We're delighted that you're considering applying to King's. Once you've checked the information for your chosen course, you will need to follow the correct application procedure, depending on the type of study you're interested in.
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For all full-time undergraduate higher education courses at universities and colleges in the UK you must make an online application via the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service - more commonly known as UCAS.
UCAS has three key functions
- Course search: allows you to search for courses throughout the UK. Remember to always check King's online prospectus for the most detailed information on King's courses.
- Apply: the UCAS online application system. You should use this to make your application(s) to King's. 'Apply' will allow you to apply to several different universities and/or courses at once.
- Hub: a central tracking system for following the progress of your different applications. King's will also provide you with an account for our own supplementary tracking and messaging system (called King's Apply).
Who should use UCAS?
All applicants for full-time undergraduate courses at King's should apply through UCAS. You can apply through your school or college, or as an individual.
When should I apply?
You can apply to UCAS from 1 September for entry the following autumn, but remember you can start doing your research, attending open days, and preparing your personal statement earlier than this.
The standard deadline for applications is 31 January 2024 18:00 (JK time), but if you are applying for Medicine or Dentistry then the deadline is 16 October in the year prior to entry.
The UCAS website states a more flexible deadline for international students, however, any application received by King's after the above dates is considered late.
How do I use UCAS?
UCAS allows you to apply to a maximum of five courses per year, but only four of those may be Medicine/Dentistry courses.
You will need to create an account in UCAS 'Apply' and complete an application form. Your application will then be forwarded by UCAS to all of the universities you have applied to for us to consider.
If you have participated in a King's widening participation scheme such as K+, please ensure you note this in your application as advised by the Widening Participation team.
UCAS has detailed instructions on the UCAS website.
I have made a previous application to King’s; can I reapply, and will having previously applied affect my new submission?
While you cannot apply for the same programme twice in the same cycle, you may wish to apply for a different programme, or apply to the same course again next year.
We assess each application individually, and having previously applied will not hinder your new application.
UCAS allows you to apply to a maximum of five courses per year, but only four of those may be Medicine/Dentistry courses. Information about changing or adding more choices can be found on the UCAS website.
Please note we cannot transfer information from previous submissions, and you will need to complete a new application in its entirety.
Providing an academic reference for an applicant
King’s College London operates a centralised admissions process. Each application is assessed holistically, with academic references making up a part of this.
Detailed guidance for those providing references to our Undergraduate applicants can be found on our academic references for undergraduate applications webpage.
Applications for the GKT School of Medical Education Elective Programmeshould be made direct to King’s, through the King’s Apply portal.
Applications for our post qualification nursing BSc programmes should be made direct to King’s, through the King’s Apply portal.
Intercalated BScs (iBScs) programmes are for medical, dental and veterinary students. If you are from another university and you are interested in studying an iBSc at King’s, then please see our detailed information onhow to apply. If you are a current King’s student, please refer to application information on theKing's internal website.
The considerations for disabled applicants applying to undergraduate courses document aims to help disabled students by providing pointers and questions to ask to help ensure a smooth journey while studying at university.
Some of our academic departments may consider transfer applications from suitably qualified students currently attending other universities. Visit thetransferring to King’swebpagefor more information. Transfer applications must be submitted through UCAS (except for Dentistry, where applications must be made directly through the King's Apply portal).
Applications for our one year full-time International Foundation academic preparation course should be made direct to King's, through theKing’s Apply portal. We have detailed guidance on the supporting documentation needed for your application on the relevant International Foundation Programme course web page.
King's welcomes students currently enrolled in universities outside the UK to participate on a study abroad programme.
You can study abroad at King's either as an exchange or a study abroad fee-paying student for the full academic year (starting in September) or for one semester only (September-December or January-June).
Visit our study abroad webpages to find out more.
Your application can be tracked using our King’s Apply online portal, where you can:
- see offer details
- check if you’ve been invited to interview
- apply for accommodation
- learn more about the ‘points-based’ visa system
After you have applied to King's, we will send you a username and password so you can access these pages. To contact us about your application year, please use our King’s Apply online portal.
Read our guidance on tracking your application.
Please note, these terms and conditions apply to all levels of study. For applications to undergraduate study, we also advise applicants to contact UCAS directly for details of your cancellation rights.
1.1 You have the right to cancel your acceptance of a place at King’s for any reason (including if you change your mind) during a fourteen (14) day cancellation period (the “Cancellation Period”), which will start on the day you accept an offer from King’s.
1.2 To cancel your acceptance, you must clearly inform us in writing of your decision to cancel before the Cancellation Period has expired. We ask that you do this by sending a message through King's Apply. Alternatively, you may contact the King’s Admissions Office by letter or email. You may also use the Cancellation Form to notify us of your decision to cancel.
1.3 To meet the cancellation deadline, it is sufficient for you to send your communication concerning your exercise of the right to cancel before the Cancellation Period has expired. We do not have to have received it before the expiry of the Cancellation Period.
1.4 If you cancel your acceptance within the 14 day Cancellation Period, we will reimburse any tuition fee payment including any deposit received from you as soon as we can, and no later than 14 days after the day on which you informed us of your decision to cancel your acceptance.
