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International Postgraduate
Prospectus 2014/15
The experience gathered

from such a multicultural and
world-class environment is
simply second to none.
Vishnu Datta Murthy, India

MSc Networking and Data Communications
Contents
Welcome 2
Kingston University 4
Kingston upon Thames 8
London living 10
Developing your career skills 14
Student life 16
Faculties and subject areas 18
Campuses 24
Support: before you arrive 32
Support: when you arrive 34
Support: during your studies 38
After you graduate 40
Meet our students 42
Accommodation 44
Finances 50
Entry requirements 54
Preparatory courses 56
Meet us 60
How to apply 62
Getting to Kingston 64
Maps 66
Useful contacts 68
Important information 69
Courses
By subject area 69
Course portfolio 70259
Course index 262
Notes 268
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Based in an attractive riverside
area in south-west London,
Kingston University is known for
its career-focused courses and
excellent teaching quality.
Students from all over the world
have achieved success at
Kingston University. We would
be pleased to welcome you and
help you full your ambitions.
Welcome
Find out more
Kingston University:
www.kingston.ac.uk
In-country visits:
www.kingston.ac.uk/visits
I am delighted that youre thinking of

studying at Kingston University.
At Kingston, high-quality teaching and
career-focused courses are at the centre of
everything we do thats why we have such
a great reputation in these areas.
Our courses place an emphasis on
developing work-based skills, and many
have close links with industry. We also offer
lots of support to help you get the most
from your studies and from the experience
of living in London.
Kingston University has a very diverse
community, with students coming from
many different backgrounds and countries.
Were sure that youll nd studying here
stimulating and rewarding in fact, we think
itll be a life-changing experience.
We hope you nd this prospectus useful.
If you do decide to study here, we look
forward to welcoming you.
Dr Heather Forland
Director of Kingston International
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Meet us in your country
Staff from Kingston University attend
education exhibitions and make special
visits all over the world. We also employ
overseas representatives in many countries
(see pages 6061).
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Top-quality teaching
Kingston has an excellent reputation for teaching
and has achieved strong results in national
assessments of teaching quality.
Diverse and multicultural
With students from 150 countries representing
nations across the world, Kingston is a truly
multicultural university. This means that youll get
to meet a wide variety of students from around
the world, and benet from a learning environment
enriched by different cultures and opinions.
Career-focused
We ensure that our courses teach you work-
related skills and are relevant to todays work
environment. Many courses have been developed
in consultation with professional organisations
and carry professional accreditation.
Excellent facilities
Weve recently invested over 30million on
new teaching facilities and were planning to
spend, in total, 125million on developments
over a 10-year period. We have the latest
e-learning technology, 3,000 computers across
four campuses, free internet, Wi-Fi hotspots
and excellent library resources. Many of our
laboratories, design studios and workshops are
tted with the latest technical equipment.
Work opportunities
Many of our courses are vocational or offer you
the chance to gain work experience in industry or
commerce. This will give you valuable experience
and improve your employment prospects.
Kingston University
Kingston University offers internationally recognised
qualications and a supportive community within
easy reach of London, one of the worlds most
exciting, historic and culturally rich capitals.
Kingston University
has not just met, but
has exceeded my
expectations in terms
of exposure and overall
development.
Shaleen Multani, India

Cancer Biology MSc
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Did you know?
Kingston University had the highest number
of graduate start-up companies of any
higher education institution in the UK.
(Source: Higher Education Business and
Community Interaction Survey, 2012)
Penrhyn Road campus
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Find out more
Resources and facilities:
www.kingston.ac.uk/facilities
Safe and central location
The University is located in Kingston upon Thames,
a lively riverside town in south-west London.
Kingston is consistently rated the safest borough
in London (Metropolitan Police, 2013) and the
happiest place to live in London (Rightmove, 2013).
Kingston is also only 25 minutes by train from
central London, the UKs vibrant capital city, and
about an hour from Gatwick and Heathrow airports.
January-start courses
Over 60 of our postgraduate courses are
available for January entry, offering you the
exibility to start your masters at a time that is
most convenient for you.
Kingston University
Kingston is one of
the nicest areas of
London, with stunning
scenery along the River
Thames. Its also safe, and there
are plenty of shops and
restaurants.
Onwaree Rattanathon, Thailand

Information Systems with Management
Studies MSc
Where our overseas students
come from
Europe (EU) 38%
Europe
(non-EU) 13%
South Asia 9%
East Asia 11%
Middle East 9%
Africa 8%
North America 6%
Southeast Asia 4%
South and Central America 1%
Other 1%
(Figures as of December 2012)
Student population
Overseas students
(including EU): 17%
UK students: 83%
Knights Park campus
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Quick facts
23,105 students
4,035 non-UK students
150 nationalities
2,916 staff
5 faculties and 4 campuses
3,000 networked computers
6.28million scholarships and bursaries
113-year history
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Kingston upon Thames
Kingston upon Thames is a safe and attractive location.
Close to the excitement of central London, the towns parks
and riverside offer a more peaceful atmosphere for your
studies, while the lively town centre provides everything
youll need, from shops to entertainment.
Kingston riverside
Close to central London
Central London is less than half an hour away by
train, giving you fast access to everything the city
has to offer.
Attractive riverside location
Kingstons leafy, riverside setting is surrounded
by spacious royal parks and is close to the
countryside.
Lively town centre
The town centre has a wide choice of cafes,
lively bars, pubs and restaurants (including chef
Jamie Olivers restaurant, Jamies Italian). Local
entertainment includes popular student club
nights, as well as a modern 14-screen cinema, a
16-lane bowling alley and sports centres.
Exciting cultural life
Kingston has a vibrant culture with a lively music
scene, comedy nights, a town museum and the
highly acclaimed Rose Theatre.
Historic town
With a rich history dating back to Anglo-Saxon
times over 1,000 years ago, you can still see
many ancient buildings in the town centre.
Nearby you can visit the magnicent Hampton
Court Palace, where King Henry VIII once lived.
Excellent shopping
Kingston has lots of fantastic shops, including
Apple Store, Cath Kidston, Topshop and
department stores selling all the big designer
labels. There are also many specialist stores,
including supermarkets selling international food,
as well as a daily open-air market selling fruit and
vegetables, sh and meat, and specialist breads.
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Find out more
www.kingstonrst.co.uk
Everything you need is here: leisure, high-street

shops, markets, fun, transport connections... and
its cheaper than central London!

Jose Cerdan, Spain, Marketing masters graduate
Out of order sculpture
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Cafe culture
Shopping in Kingston
Hampton Court Palace
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Top attractions
Youll have a lot of fun exploring the city, from
taking a ride on the famous London Eye to
discovering museums and art galleries such as the
Natural History Museum and the Tate Modern.
Historical London
Londons rich history is still visible today. St
Pauls Cathedral, Big Ben and Tower Bridge
are instantly recognisable London landmarks,
alongside the palaces and castles of the British
Royal Family.
Living in London will be an experience youll never
forget. The city combines centuries of history with
the best of modern culture. Whatever your
interests, youll never be bored here.
London is an
amazing and magical
city with which I have
fallen in love. It has
everything to offer.

Anna Borodkina, Russia
Law LLM
Big Ben
The
London
Eye
London living
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National Gallery, Trafalgar Square
Multicultural diversity
With a population of eight million, representing
cultures from every corner of the Earth, London is
a truly multicultural society. Its range of festivals,
restaurants, music and religions reect this.
Shopping
London is the top shopping capital city in the
world (source: Kelkoos Shopping Capitals of the
World report). Known not only for the quantity
of shops available but also the quality, youll nd
everything from luxury department stores to
street markets, and from large shopping centres
to small fashion boutiques.
Excellent public transport
You can use Londons excellent transport
connections to get around the city quickly, visit the
rest of the UK or even explore continental Europe.
Did you know?
London is one of the best-connected
international cities in the world. Heathrow and
Gatwick airports handle over 13,800 ights a
week, which is 82 ights an hour!
Tower Bridge
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London living
Fantastic opportunities
London is one of the most dynamic and
advanced cities in the world. As a centre for
excellence in many professional elds and a
base for most major global companies, London
offers fantastic employment opportunities and a
gateway to Europe.
Entertainment and leisure
London has an unbeatable variety of
entertainment. From West End theatres to
live concerts, and from cafes and restaurants
to the citys lively nightlife, theres something for
everyone to enjoy.
Sport and the outdoors
If you enjoy sport, youll love London. There are
many venues where you can watch sporting
events, and lots of opportunities to take part
yourself. London has plenty of parks and open
spaces where you can relax too.
Did you know?
London is home to six Premier League
football clubs: Arsenal, Chelsea, Crystal
Palace, Fulham, Tottenham Hotspur and
West Ham United.
City of London from the Thames
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The studying
system here beckons
me to think out of the
box and apply theory to
the very current issues facing the
corporate arena.
Mariya Syed, India

Corporate Communications MA
Find out more
Ofcial visitor guide:
www.visitlondon.com
Things to do in London:
www.timeout.com/london
Wimbledon
Carnaby Street
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Preparing you for working life
Our courses build work-based skills into the
curriculum and place emphasis on skills such
as communication, computing, problem-solving
and teamwork. These skills are highly valued
by employers.
Close links with industry experts
Kingston Universitys close links with employers
and professional organisations, as well as
research and consultancy activities, ensure
our courses are relevant to todays work
environment.
Valuable workplace experience
Some of our courses give you the opportunity
to work in industry or commerce. Gaining
experience in the workplace can greatly enhance
your career prospects. It enables you to link
knowledge from your course with real-life
situations at work, and it also develops valuable
skills such as teamworking. We have specialist
staff who will help you nd work placements.
Careers and employability service
You can use our careers and employability
service for practical career support, careers
workshops and expert advice, including general
advice on CV preparation, how to complete
application forms and interview techniques. We
can also provide specic advice to international
students about the UK job market.
In addition, we also organise careers events
throughout the year, where you will have the
opportunity to hear from and meet employers.
Alternatively, our online job vacancy resource,
JobShop, advertises hundreds of graduate-level
jobs you may be interested in.
Developing
your career skills
Find out more
Careers and employability:
www.kingston.ac.uk/careers
As well as developing your academic knowledge,
we also want to help you develop the personal
skills and abilities you will need to succeed in
your career.
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The careers and employability

team continuously arranges
different events and workshops
that enable us to meet with big
companies in the market, such as
HP, IBM and others.
Feda Abdullah, Jordan

Strategic Innovation MSc
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Students Union
Kingston Universitys Students Union (KUSU)
is a student-run organisation providing support
and entertainment activities throughout your
time at Kingston University. KUSU organises
social events, clubs and societies, and also
provides advice if you have any problems at
University.
Cultural, religious and interest societies
KUSU runs around 60 societies relating to
various interests, including politics, culture (eg the
international students society, and the Arabic,
Oriental and Scandinavian societies), religion (eg
the Hindu, Christian, Islamic and Sikh societies),
and other interests, such as computer games,
the environment, entrepreneurship and debating.
At Kingston University you can look forward to much more
than just studying. Being a student is an experience that
you will remember for the rest of your life.
Find out more
Students Union:
www.kusu.co.uk
Sports:
www.kingston.ac.uk/sport
Student life
Kingston Dance Society
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Sports clubs
KUSU also runs more than 30 sports clubs,
including everything from badminton, football,
cricket, rugby and tennis, to snow sports, sub-
aqua diving, sailing, skydiving and cheerleading.
Sports facilities
The University has superb facilities for outdoor
sports. Our Tolworth Court sports ground
includes: 14 football pitches, two rugby pitches,
two cricket squares, mini-soccer pitches, oodlit
training areas, two netball courts, three tennis
courts and a six/seven-a-side hard-court football
pitch. Our on-campus tness centre at Penrhyn
Road features a modern 65-station gym with
the latest cardiovascular and weight-training
equipment, as well as an air-conditioned aerobics
and dance studio.
International social events
We organise a number of social events to help
you meet other international students, including
a boat party on the River Thames and our
International Cafes.
[There] are unlimited

opportunities for an
international student to
get new experiences
and make friends from any corner
of the world.
Anastasia Alpatova, Russia

Marketing MSc
Tolworth Court sports ground
Boat party
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Faculties and
subject areas
To ensure that the University runs as efciently as possible
particularly as we offer courses across such a wide variety of subjects
the academic side is organised into ve faculties. Each faculty is
responsible for teaching and research in their particular eld, and is
further subdivided into more-specic subject groupings, called schools.
Faculty of Art, Design & Architecture
Committed to helping students interpret, form and
improve the world, the Faculty of Art, Design &
Architecture is consistently ranked at the top of the
Guardian university league tables for art and design,
and was named joint-9th most innovative institution
in the Americas and Europe in the Red Dot design
awards. See opposite page for more information.

Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences offers a
vibrant and forward-thinking environment for
study, with new and exciting courses regularly
being added to a portfolio that spans the
humanities, social sciences and performance and
screen studies. See page 20 for more information.

Faculty of Business and Law
With an excellent reputation for providing courses
designed to meet the demands of todays
organisations and the ever-changing global
economy, the Faculty comprises Kingston
Business School which offers courses
accredited by the relevant professional institutions
and Kingston Law School which includes two
National Teaching Fellows in its teaching team.
See page 21 for more information.
Faculty of Science, Engineering and Computing
Bringing together the disciplines of science,
technology, engineering and mathematics, the
Faculty offers courses that are designed with
and, in many cases, accredited by the
relevant industry. There are lots of opportunities
to put theory into practice in our top-quality labs
using equipment that is found in the workplace.
See page 22 for more information.
Faculty of Health, Social Care and Education
As well as being one of the leading providers of
health and social care education in the UK, the
Faculty of Health, Social Care and Education also
includes a School of Education that is consistently
rated among the top education departments in
the country. See page 23 for more information.

Find out more
Courses:
www.kingston.ac.uk/courses
Faculties:
www.kingston.ac.uk/faculties
Duration of courses
Unless otherwise stated, masters-level
courses are studied over one year full time.
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Kingston is in the top 10 institutions for art and
design in the UK*; our Design School is ranked
the ninth most innovative school in the Americas
and Europe** and our School of Architecture was
named as one of Europes best 100 schools of
architecture and design.*** Its no surprise then
that the Faculty of Art, Design & Architecture
counts many of Britains most successful creative
practitioners among its graduates.
Studio practice, group activity and the philosophy
of thinking through making are at the core of
our teaching. Our postgraduate courses are led
by staff recognised as leaders in their elds in
theory, practice and research, and our students
are encouraged to make the most of their
time by networking with many art, design and
architecture professionals.
Faculty of Art, Design
& Architecture
We offer courses in the following areas:
3D design
Architecture and landscape
Art and design history
Communication design
Creative industries and the creative economy
Digital media
Filmmaking
Fine art
History of art, design and flm
Surveying and planning
*Guardian university guide 2013 subject tables
**Red Dot design ranking 2012
***Domus 100 Top Schools listing
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Faculty of Arts and
Social Sciences
The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences is the
fastest-growing research environment in the
UK, following a multimillion-pound investment in
professorial staff, early career researchers and
doctoral students. We have a rich offering in the
theoretical humanities and critical social sciences,
unique among UK universities.
Economics
Humanities
Performance and screen studies
Social sciences
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Comprising Kingston Business School and
Kingston Law School, the Faculty has a proven
record of enhancing employability and developing
the careers of our graduates. Our broad portfolio
encompasses generalist and specialist business
and law courses, all of which are focused on
innovation and applying theory to practice.
The schools have established strong links
with industry, meaning you will learn from
both renowned academics and successful
practitioners in all areas of business and law.
We have also invested heavily in our facilities to
provide the ideal learning environment, including
the new, 26million Kingston Business School
building, Bloomberg trading room and moot
courtroom for law students.
Accounting, banking and fnance
Business information technology
Business and occupational psychology
Human resource management
International business management
Law (qualifying law degrees and specialist
masters)
Logistics and supply chain management
Management consultancy
Marketing and communications
MBA
PhD and DBA
Project management
Retail management and marketing
Tourism and events management
Faculty of Business
and Law
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The Faculty of Science, Engineering and
Computing offers a wide range of courses that
are designed in collaboration with industry
to ensure they are relevant to the workplace
and equip graduates with deeper, specialist
knowledge. Many are also accredited by the key
professional bodies.
Our links with industry provide research and
networking opportunities, as well as regular
expert speakers, adding an extra dimension to
your studies. In addition, staff are involved in
ongoing research to ensure their teaching reects
the latest developments.
Aerospace engineering
Biomedical sciences, biotechnology and cancer
biology
Chemistry and forensic analysis
Computer animation, game development and
user-experience design
Computing and information systems
Construction management and civil engineering
Engineering project management and product
design
Environment, hazards and sustainability
Geographical information systems
Manufacturing and mechatronic systems
Mechanical and automotive engineering
Pharmacy practice and pharmaceutical sciences
Renewable energy engineering
Faculty of Science,
Engineering and Computing
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The Faculty of Health, Social Care and Education
has over 7,000 students across three campuses
in south-west London. The Faculty is managed
through a unique partnership between Kingston
University and St Georges, University of London.
The focus of the Faculty is to prepare students
for professional practice nurses, teachers and
other healthcare workers. As disciplines, they
share similar learning methods, both theoretical
and practical, with much of the learning
experience occurring on work-based placements
offering signicant advantages for our students
in working and learning together.
Clinical practice
Education doctorate
Education (English language teaching)
Exercise for health
Healthcare education and leadership
Healthcare practice
PGCEs in primary and secondary education
Physiotherapy and rehabilitation sciences
Radiography
Social work
Faculty of Health, Social
Care and Education
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Campuses
Kingston University has four teaching campuses.
Each has its own character, but all offer state-of-the-art
facilities and a friendly study environment.
It has a really
buzzing atmosphere,
with an excellent library,
gym and shop, and it is
only walking distance from town.
Sundeep Sareen, India

Civil Engineering MSc
The Penrhyn Road campus has a busy, lively
and cosmopolitan atmosphere.
At the heart of the campus is the award-
winning John Galsworthy building and an
attractive courtyard.
There are new classrooms, lecture theatres, IT
areas and meeting spaces.
The learning resources centre is open
24 hours a day during term time.
The campus is home to central University
facilities like the tness centre, health centre,
main student restaurant and the Students
Union headquarters.
Penrhyn Road campus
Students based here: science, arts and
social sciences (except music), civil
engineering, computing, information
systems, mathematics, surveying and
planning
John Galsworthy building
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Kingston Hill campus is a beautiful, leafy,
self-contained site with a mix of modern and
historic buildings and a community feel.
Facilities include a 300-seat lecture theatre,
large drama studio and fully equipped music
studio.
The new, environmentally friendly, 26million
teaching building provides extra teaching and
learning space, a new home for Kingston
Business School and an atrium where students
can meet and work.
The modern learning resources centre includes
a learning cafe, group learning rooms and
bookable meeting pods.
Halls of residence with rooms for 565 students,
and the nearby cafe, restaurant and bar create
a village atmosphere.
Campuses
I like the Kingston

Hill campus because it
is located close to
nature. The atmosphere
is very suitable for studying.
Tantawan Vorasriherun, Thailand

International Business MSc
Kingston Hill campus
Students based here: business, law,
education, music, health and social care
sciences (also taught at the St Georges,
University of London campus)
Coombehurst House
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Kingston Business School
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The Knights Park campus is our vibrant and
friendly arts campus.
Situated on the Hogsmill river, the campus has
a restaurant and bar by the riverside.
There are specialist subject studios, including
a lming environment, animation suite and a
photography suite, equipped with the latest
design software programmes.
There are state-of-the-art workshops and
studios, including two digital media workshops
and a large open-access 3D materials
workshop where students from different
disciplines can work together.
The new learning resources centre, housed
under a glass roof, has a wide range of art,
design and architecture resources, including an
images database and a large slide collection.
The University art gallery, the Stanley Picker
Gallery, is based here. It works with artists,
designers and students to present a broad
programme of exhibitions and events
throughout the year.
The Middle Mill halls of residence is located
next to this campus.
Its so nice meeting

your friends and tutors at
the end of the day beside
the Hogsmill river.
Viola Wang, China

Illustration & Animation MA
Campuses
Design show
Knights Park campus
Students based here: art, design and
architecture
Studio
Dame Elizabeth Esteve-Coll Centre (LRC)
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Our Roehampton Vale campus is dedicated to
the study of engineering.
Facilities include two large-scale and two
small wind tunnels, a range of vehicles, ight
simulator and a Learjet plane.
Our labs include a composite material
fabrication lab; materials testing equipment
and rapid prototyping machinery; plus
computer-aided simulation technologies such
as Polysun, WindPRO and ECLIPSE to develop
technologies in solar power, wind energy
and biomass applications. We also have the
latest CFD, CAM and CAD software, plus an
embedded system laboratory with National
Instruments equipment.
The newly enhanced learning resources centre
includes engineering-specic resources and
databases, information specialists on hand to
help, and even a learning cafe.
Campuses
The facilities I am training

on are astounding. I still cant
quite believe that the University
has equipment like a Learjet
to improve our aircraft
maintenance skills.
Anjay Kumar, India

Aerospace Engineering
Learjet
Roehampton Vale campus
Students based here: engineering
(except civil engineering and construction)
Hawker Wing
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[It] provided me with a very

good understanding of what
Kingston University had to offer,
so that when I arrived I knew
exactly what I was going to nd
here.

Anastasia Alpatova, Russia
Marketing MSc
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Studying overseas can be a challenge, but you
wont be alone. At Kingston University youll have
access to a range of support services throughout
your course and after you leave us.
Pre-arrival information
You can nd lots of helpful, practical advice on
how to prepare for life at Kingston University
including information on what to pack, how
much money to bring, insurance and the British
healthcare system on our website:
www.kingston.ac.uk/prearrival
Guaranteed place in halls
Provided you apply in time and meet our eligibility
criteria, we guarantee international (non-EU)
students an offer of a place in University halls of
residence (see page 46).
Visa and immigration advice
Our International Student Advisory Centre (ISAC)
can help you with any questions or problems you
may have before and during your studies. Our
friendly advisors can help with matters including:
obtaining or extending your student visa;
visa advice if you are travelling abroad;
working in the UK;
living in the UK and cultural differences; and
requesting a Confrmation of Acceptance for
Studies (CAS).
Support
Before you arrive
Find out more
UK visa information: www.ukvisas.gov.uk
UK Council for International Student Affairs: www.ukcisa.org.uk
International Student Advisory Centre: www.kingston.ac.uk/isac
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Airport pick-up service
Arriving in a new country and then nding your
way to your accommodation can be stressful.
Thats why we offer an airport pick-up service.
Simply register online and well meet you at either
Heathrow or Gatwick airport and take you to
your accommodation.
International welcome and orientation
We organise a series of welcome and orientation
events to help you settle in during your rst
weeks at Kingston University. A week or two
before the start of term, our international
welcome and orientation programme of events
will introduce you to the University, the local area
and London. You will also have opportunities to
meet other students at the many social events.
The programme includes:
a welcome and orientation day;
a welcome reception;
walking tours of central London;
a traditional Sunday lunch;
and much more!
This is closely followed by the Students Union
welcome week (Freshers Week) for students
starting their course in September, and the
welcome events organised by your faculty*.
*For more information on Kingston Universitys faculties,
see pages 1823.
Understanding Britain short course
This optional short course examines British
life and culture, providing a helpful context to
your studies here. You will learn about Britains
national identity, government, higher education
system and media, and there will also be day
trips to places of historical interest.
Support
When you arrive
In India the
education system is
completely different, so
any doubts or
uncertainties I had were cleared in
the orientation programme.
Niral Bhavsar, India

International Business Management MSc
Well provide you with lots of help and support in
your exciting rst few weeks at Kingston University.
Walking tour of
Kingston town centre
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Airport pick-up service
Freshers Fayre
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Faculty welcome events
Your faculty** will organise a welcome event for
all new students, introducing you to the faculty
and its staff.
*September intake only
**For more information on Kingston Universitys faculties, see
pages 1823.
The airport pick-up service is only available on certain dates, and
conditions apply. Visit www.kingston.ac.uk/airportpickup for details.
Support
When you arrive
The international
welcome and orientation
programme helped me
by providing information
that I needed about everything,
from academics to social life.
Michael Irene, Nigeria

Creative Writing MFA
International Welcome
Week
Free airport pick-up
service
International Welcome
Centre
Welcome and
orientation day
Social events
Freshers Week*
Freshers Fayre and
events*
Faculty welcome and
induction events
Classes begin
Term 1 starts
Freshers Week
Organised by the Students Union, Freshers
Week is a series of fun events run at the
beginning of the academic year* where you can
meet other students and nd out more about
University societies and sports clubs.
Flow chart of events
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Academic support
All our students have access to a personal tutor/
course director who will provide guidance with
general aspects of learning. As a postgraduate
student, you will have access to the facilities at
our Graduate Centres dedicated spaces on
each campus, ideal for private study, meetings or
computer use.
Innovative teaching methods
As well as traditional teaching methods, such
as lectures, seminars, tutorials, lab and studio
work, we use a range of innovative teaching
and assessment methods. Depending on your
course, these include:
an electronic voting system at Kingston Hill; and
video, online and poster presentation
assessments.
Extensive computer facilities
At Kingston University, you will have access to
our excellent computing facilities, which include:
more than 3,000 networked computers;
specialist software for your course;
free internet and email; and
numerous Wi-Fi hotspots.
Learning Resources Centres
The University has four Learning Resources
Centres (LRCs), one on each campus, which
provide access to a total of 368,600 books and
audiovisual materials, 158,000 e-books, 73,000
electronic journals and 1,000 printed journals. The
main LRCs are open 24 hours a day during term
time and have over 1,800 open-access PCs.
Online learning
StudySpace is our online learning tool that
helps you study by giving you online access
to teaching resources, including lecture notes,
presentations and discussion boards. You can
access StudySpace 24 hours a day from any
internet-enabled computer.
English language development
We offer free English language courses
throughout the academic year to help you
develop condence in your English language
skills and, in particular, to help improve your
academic English.
Support
During your studies
Find out more
Kingston Language Scheme: www.kingston.ac.uk/kls
English language development: www.kingston.ac.uk/eldp
Facilities and resources: www.kingston.ac.uk/facilities
Kingston University will provide you with the best
opportunities to develop both your life and career skills.
Heres how well help you to reach your full potential.
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Learn another language
Studying another language could widen your
career options and deepen your understanding
of other cultures. At Kingston University, all
students can learn another language as part of,
or in addition to, their course. We currently offer
programmes in Arabic, French, German, Italian,
Spanish, Mandarin (Chinese) and Japanese.
Help nding part-time work
JobShop is the Universitys online resource of
graduate and part-time jobs. It lists hundreds of
part-time vacancies in London and the local area
to help you nd a job if you would like to earn
some extra money while you are studying.
[The] library is equipped

with world-class research
resources, with hundreds of
electronic journals, books and
video materials easily accessible.

Abdul Waheed, Pakistan
Pharmaceutical Science PhD
Further support services
General support for international students
www.kingston.ac.uk/internationalsupport
Religious support for all faiths
www.kingston.ac.uk/chaplaincy
Health and wellbeing services
www.kingston.ac.uk/health
Support for students with disabilities
and dyslexia
www.kingston.ac.uk/disability
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Graduates from Kingston work all over the
world from fashion designers in New York, to
engineers in China. You can read about some
of our most successful graduates on our Alumni
website: www.kingston.ac.uk/alumni
Opportunities in the UK
International students graduating from a UK
university may be able to apply to stay in the UK
to work once they have nished their studies.
If you are eligible to stay in the UK after you
graduate, you can apply to work in one of the
many and varied organisations based here.
The UK is the worlds eighth largest economy.
Many top international companies have their
headquarters in London.
London is a centre of excellence in many
professional elds, especially in nancial
services and the creative industries.
Some organisations have special schemes to
recruit and train new graduates.
Opportunities worldwide
If you decide to return home or work in another
country after you graduate, you will nd your
employment and promotion chances are
signicantly improved.
British qualifcations are recognised as a global
standard of excellence in education.
Graduates with international study and work
experience are highly valued in the job market,
especially those with a good level of English. For
example, we have graduates working for leading
international companies such as Calvin Klein,
Deloitte, Honda, HSBC, IBM, KLM, KPMG,
Panasonic, Ralph Lauren and many more.
After you graduate
[Kingston] University has a good track record for turning
out employable graduates and entrepreneurs, with more
than 100 start-ups created each year. The Sunday Times
Did you know?
The UK Home Ofce has authorised
Kingston University to endorse and sponsor
15 international graduates who wish to
start their own company in the UK after
graduation.
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Career advice after you graduate
At Kingston University, we continue to support
you with your career after you have completed
your studies. You can access free guidance and
information from our careers and employability
team for up to three years after you graduate.
You can also view Kingston Universitys online job
vacancy service, JobShop, and post your CV for
prospective employers.
Staying in touch and networking
Kingston Universitys graduates form a vital part
of the Universitys future. We organise social
events throughout the year to help you network
and stay in touch with your tutors and fellow
graduates after you have left the University. Our
established alumni groups on Facebook and
LinkedIn also help you stay connected.
Find out more
Graduate networking: www.kingston.ac.uk/alumni
The Home Ofce: www.ukba.homeofce.gov.uk
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Meet our students
Living and studying in London is a
wonderful experience. From the high
desire for knowledge and excellence, to
the unique weather and friendly academic
environment, its an experience that those
seeking career excellence will cherish as
they pursue their dreams.
Kingston Universitys learning materials
and facilities are outstanding. We were
taught by brilliant tutors with the most
current information, and teaching is made
as practicable as possible to enhance
understanding.
There is an excellent teacherstudent
relationship that reects the willingness
of the tutors to support students when
possible. Studying at Kingston University is
a very exciting experience.
I have loved every moment of my life here in
London. Full of independence and freedom.
I have learnt a lot in this span of one year
and have gained a lot of condence.
The best thing about this university is
its multicultural student body. It is a
great feeling to get to interact with so
many people of different cultures, and
understanding their thought processes is
interesting.
The relaxing evenings along the river have
been the best times here. Its a fun town and
the people here are kind and hospitable.
Kingston University has not just met but
has exceeded my expectations in terms of
exposure and overall development. I know I
did not make a wrong choice by coming here.
Kingston Universitys
learning materials and facilities
are outstanding.
I have loved every

moment of my life here
in London.
Ifeanyi Nwachukwu
From: Lagos, Nigeria
Studying: Investment & Financial Risk
Management MSc
Shaleen Multani
From: Mumbai, India
Studying: Cancer Biology MSc
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With its quality of education, the University
makes me feel that I am in the United
Kingdom; and, with the cosmopolitanism,
it keeps me away from feeling that I
am far from home. I have witnessed an
amazing solidarity among the international
students and other home students, and
all international students count Kingston
University as their home.
Kingston University has good facilities, and
all available resources are at the students
service at all times. Also my lecturers and
the University staff have always been there
and offered support without any hesitation.

I believe that my masters studies at
Kingston University will hugely contribute to
my personal development and future career.
Yalcin Kaya
From: Malatya, Turkey
Studying: Human Rights MA
Lecturers and the University

staff have always been there
and offered support.
Britains worldwide reputation for quality in

education is well deserved, and Ive found
it very cost-effective for students from
overseas.
Kingston University really appealed to me
because of the quality of teaching and the
good location, which is only 30 minutes
away from central London. I really enjoy the
campus life and walking along the Thames
enjoying the sunshine with my friends.

I really appreciate the richness and diversity
of culture in the UK that makes my university
life more colourful. It is a memorable
experience to study and live in Kingston,
and I have got many new friends from
different countries.
Mengjiao Zhao
From: Taiyuan, PR of China
Studying: Communication Design:
I really appreciate the

richness and diversity of
culture.
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Accommodation options
At Kingston University you can choose to:
apply to live in halls of residence, where
youll have your own, furnished bedroom in
a University-owned at shared with other
students; or
live independently in a privately rented fat or
house share.
With a University bus service* that runs between
the main halls of residence and the campuses,
as well as to Kingston and Surbiton train
stations, its easy to get around, wherever you
decide to live.
*The University bus runs on weekdays during term times.
Accommodation
Where you live while youre at university is an
important part of your overall experience. At Kingston
we offer a variety of options to suit your needs.
Find out more
www.kingston.ac.uk/
accommodation
Middle Mill
iQ Wave
Middle Mill
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Our halls include:
Single study bedrooms arranged in fats in
modern halls
Self-catering with shared kitchens and on-site
launderette facilities
Most rooms are en suite; all have free internet
access and are non-smoking
On-site management with 24-hour security
Designated fats for mature and postgraduate
students are available
Adapted accommodation is available for
students with disabilities
International students (non-European Union) who
apply for halls accommodation in good time are
guaranteed an offer of accommodation (provided
you meet our eligibility criteria).
How much will it cost?
A guide to halls of residence costs by price band
are listed in the tables, right. Costs include heating,
lighting and hot water. The University also provides
high-quality accommodation in the centre of
Kingston in a privately owned hall of residence
called iQ Wave. The rooms in iQ Wave are a mixture
of single, double and studio, all with en-suite
bathrooms. Prices* range from 178 per week for
a single room to 244 per week for a double studio.
Accommodation
Halls of residence
Find out more
Types of halls: www.kingston.ac.uk/roomtypes
Virtual tour of accommodation: www.kingston.ac.uk/accommodationtour
Living in halls is a great way to get to know other
people, as youll usually be sharing with students
who come from a range of backgrounds and may
be studying different courses to you.
Most suitable for students studying at
Kingston Hill or Roehampton Vale campuses
Most suitable for students studying at
Penrhyn Road or Knights Park campuses
Price band Weekly cost* Location
KH superior 132 Walkden Hall
en suite
KH en suite 116 Chancellors Hall
*Please note that these costs are per room and are based on
prices for 2013/14 academic year, and should therefore only be
used as a guide.
Price band Weekly cost* Location
En suite 120 Clayhill,
Seething Wells
Standard 113.50 Kingston Bridge
House,
Middle Milll
Budget 103.25 Seething Wells
en suite
Seething Wells
Kingston Bridge House
Walkden
The benets of living

in the halls of residence
include the closeness of
the accommodation to
the Uni, the free bus from halls to
the Uni and the free internet.

Aigbomian Patrick Eboziegbe, Nigeria
Landscape Urbanism & the Creative Economy MA
Middle Mill
Chancellors
iQ Wave
Clayhill
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Living independently gives you lots of exibility
and offers you more choice. You can:
live near your campus, in Kingston, in central
London, or elsewhere;
choose who to share your fat or house with;
fnd a property to suit your budget;
pay your rent monthly; and
choose your facilities, such as a garden, etc.
There is a strong private-rented sector in
Kingston and the surrounding areas, with a good
range of properties available. The University
offers the following services to help you nd
atmates and look for the right at or house:
Help with fnding accommodation through our
daily vacancy list, which gives details of rooms
and properties available
An online student-to-student noticeboard
(from June to September), which enables you
to get in touch with other students looking for
housemates
A list of local letting agents and information sheets
Help and advice with housing issues
How much will it cost?
Based on 2013 prices, you can expect to
pay between 85 and 120 per week to rent
privately, depending on location, room size,
facilities and the number of students sharing.
Usually you will also be expected to pay utility
bills (water, electricity, etc) in addition to your rent.
Find out more
www.kingston.ac.uk/
private-accommodation
Accommodation
Renting privately
Many students prefer to live independently in the
local area rather than in the Universitys halls of
residence; for example, you could choose to rent a
room in a house or at with other students.
You have your own

space, kitchen and
bathroom, so you are
free to do anything you
want, and you can also choose
your own atmates.
Onwaree Rattanathon, Thailand

Information Systems with Management
Studies MSc
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Finances
Find out more
Tuition fees:
www.kingston.ac.uk/fees
Studying at university is a big investment. As with
any other investment, the nancial side of studying at
university needs careful planning to help you get the
most from it.
Tuition fees
Refer to the table below as a guide to Kingstons
international tuition fees per academic year.*
Postgraduate courses 10,250 13,500
MBA 18,560
Pre-Masters Programme 7,980
*These fees are based on 2013/14 gures and are to be used
as a guide only for students who are classied as overseas fee
paying. Visit the course webpages for the exact fee.
Cost of living
The table below is a guide only some students
live on less and some spend more depending
on their lifestyle. We recommend that you have
additional funds for unforeseen expenses.
Students on a full-time course of more than six
months duration are entitled to free healthcare
under the British National Health Service (NHS).
Approximate
cost per month
Accommodation 520
(standard hall rent)
Food 195
Local travel 50
Laundry 25
Clothing 50
Social activities 100
Books and course supplies 50
Telephone 30
Toiletries, medicines, etc 30
TOTAL 1,050
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Did you know?
You may be entitled to 10 per cent off your
fees through our loyalty and alumni bursary.
See page 52 for more details.
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Finances
Budgeting
The duration of postgraduate courses in the UK is
generally 12 months. Based on the estimate given
in the table (on page 50), the cost of living for the
year would be 12,600 plus your tuition fee.
To get a more accurate estimate of your personal
budget, use the International Student Calculator
at www.studentcalculator.org.uk/international.
This will help you work out how much youll be
spending each month and provides information
on areas like insurance, banking and the cost of
living in the UK.
International scholarships
Kingston University has a comprehensive
scholarship programme for international students,
with each scholarship worth 3,500 per year
of study. These scholarships are available to all
students who pay the overseas tuition fee.
Loyalty and alumni bursaries
You could be eligible for a 10 per cent discount
on your tuition fee if you:
are returning to Kingston after successfully
completing a programme* here; or
have another family member who is studying or
has studied here; or
have completed an international exchange
programme at Kingston.
Faculty bursaries
The faculties** at Kingston offer a number of
course-specic scholarships to international
students.
For more information about all of our scholarships
and bursaries, visit our website.

Work while you study
Working part time and during vacations is a great
way to earn extra money and develop work-
based skills. There are hundreds of part-time
and temporary jobs in the Kingston area, helping
you to fund your lifestyle and gain skills to add to
your CV.
Please note: you should not rely on additional
income earned in a part-time job to pay your full
cost of living because it usually only contributes
to a small part of these expenses.
*Excluding pre-sessional English courses, the International
Foundation Year, International Year One, and Pre-Masters
Programme.
**For details of the Universitys faculties, see pages 1823.
Find out more
www.kingston.ac.uk/internationalscholarshipsandbursaries
www.kingston.ac.uk/loyaltybursaries
Did you know?
Every year we award, in total, around
200,000 worth of international scholarships
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Academic entry requirements
We accept a wide variety of international
academic qualications (with good grades) for
entry onto our postgraduate courses. Some
programmes will have higher entry requirements
or require qualications in certain subject
areas, while others will require professional
qualications, accreditation or experience.
Pre-Masters Programme
If you do not meet the academic requirements,
we offer a Pre-Masters Programme to prepare
you for study at masters level in business,
management or social sciences. See page 58 for
full details.
English language requirements
In addition to the required academic qualications,
you will need to demonstrate a good standard of
English if this is not your rst language.
The English language qualication we prefer
is IELTS (www.ielts.org), but we also accept a
number of IELTS-equivalent English language
qualications.
Please see the table (right) for a guideline of the
scores required for different courses.
*Exceptions apply to the following courses:
Child Psychology MSc; Clinical Applications of Psychology
MSc; creative writing courses; Criticism, Literature, Theory
MA; Developmental Psychology MRes; English Literature MA;
Psychology MRes; Psychology MSc: minimum academic IELTS
score of 6.5 (with a minimum of 7.0 in writing).
Journalism & the Creative Economy: minimum academic IELTS of
6.5 (with a minimum score of 6.0 in all elements and 7.5 in writing)
Journalism courses: minimum academic IELTS of 6.5 (with a
minimum score of 7.5 in writing and 5.5 in all other elements)
Marketing with English MA: academic IELTS 6.0 (with a
minimum score of 5.5 in all elements)
Museum and Gallery Studies MA and Heritage (Contemporary
Practice) MA: minimum academic IELTS of 6.5 overall (with a
minimum score of 6.5 in writing and a minimum of 6.0 in all
other elements)
Entry requirements
Find out more
Language requirements:
www.kingston.ac.uk/languagerequirements
Entry requirements:
www.kingston.ac.uk/entryrequirements
Pre-Masters Programme:
www.kingston.ac.uk/pmp
Required IELTS grade
Art, design, architecture, surveying and
planning* 6.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in
all elements)
Arts and social sciences* 6.5 (with a
minimum of 5.5 in all elements)
Business and law* 6.5 (with a minimum
of 6.0 in all elements)
Health, social care and education 6.5
(with a minimum of 5.5 in all elements)
Pre-masters 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5
in all elements)
Science, engineering and computing 6.5
(with a minimum of 6.0 in writing and
5.5 in all other elements)
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English language skills
It is important to be able to understand, speak
and write English well to succeed in your studies
and enjoy your time at Kingston University. If your
rst language is not English, you will need to
demonstrate a suitable level of English language
skills before you can be accepted onto our
postgraduate courses. The standard of English
that you need to achieve is indicated on your
chosen course page and also on page 54.
About the course
Our pre-sessional English language courses will:
develop your academic and general English skills
to the level required; introduce you to the way
courses are taught in the UK and the skills you
will need to be successful in your studies and
increase your condence.
We offer a 15-week course, 10-week course
or ve-week course, depending on your
current standard of English (see right for more
information). The courses are taught in the
weeks before the postgraduate courses are due
to begin.
During the course, you will:
develop your academic and general English
language skills, so that you become more
condent in your use of English and can
participate fully on your chosen course;
develop your study skills, such as listening and
note-taking, planning your assignments and
research methods;
develop your ability to study independently
(in your own time, away from the classroom),
which is an important skill for studying at a
British university; and
be introduced to the University, Kingston and
the surrounding area, helping you to become
familiar with your new environment.
If you are worried that you may not achieve the English language
requirements to study on one of our postgraduate courses, or if you
would like to improve your skills before starting your postgraduate
studies, our pre-sessional courses can help.
Preparatory courses
Pre-sessional English
This is a must attend course.

It will help anyone to improve their
English skills and be as prepared as
possible for their main course.
Panagiotis Katranitsas, Greece

Embedded Systems with Management Studies MSc
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Which course should you choose?
If you have not achieved the required English
language grade needed to study at Kingston,
your offer letter will inform you if you qualify
for the pre-sessional course and which one to
apply for. Alternatively, the table below will tell
you which course is suitable for you.
If you have already achieved the English language
requirements for your course but would like to
improve your English skills and prepare for study
at a UK university, we recommend you take our
ve-week pre-sessional course.
It will also help you settle into

UK life before the start of the
course. Im now more
independent and condent.
Lubna Alassaf, Jordan

Guaranteed quality
Our courses are accredited by the British
Association of Lecturers in English for
Academic Purposes (BALEAP). This
organisation checks that courses in English
language and study skills for speakers of
other languages are of a high standard and
provide an excellent quality of service.
How to apply
You can apply for these courses online see
www.kingston.ac.uk/presessional and click on
How to apply. Please apply at least eight weeks
before the start of the course, particularly if you
require a visa to study in the UK.
Find out more
www.kingston.ac.uk/
presessional
www.kingston.ac.uk/
languagerequirements
Recognised by the Home Ofce
Our pre-sessional English language courses
are recognised and accepted by the British
Home Ofce. If you successfully complete
the course, you will not need to take an
IELTS test after the course.
15 week
IELTS* scores no more than 1.5 below your
courses English language requirements
overall and/or in one or more skills: reading,
writing, listening and/or speaking.
10 week
IELTS* scores no more than 1.0 below your

5 week
IELTS* scores no more 0.5 below your
*Academic IELTS
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Preparatory courses
Pre-masters programmes
Find out more
Pre-Masters Programme:
www.kingston.ac.uk/pmp
Intensive pre-masters preparation art & design:
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgartdesignprep
Our Pre-Masters Programme provides academic
and English language preparation for international
students whose current qualications do not meet
the entry requirements for Kingston Universitys
masters courses.
The Kingston University, London International
Study Centre (KULISC) provides the Pre-Masters
Programme for international students who do
not meet the requirements for direct entry onto a
postgraduate degree at Kingston University.
The programme takes two terms to complete
and includes academic subjects, study skills and
English language training designed specically to
prepare international students for masters-level
study in business, management or social sciences.
The course is taught at KULISC, which is based
on campus.
The programme will help you to:
use a range of academic and learning skills;
adapt to your new cultural and academic
environment;
enhance your understanding of your subject; and
develop your ability to use English in an
academic environment.
On successful completion of the Pre-Masters
Programme, you will have gained the required entry
standards of your preferred masters programme,
and will proceed directly onto the course.
This Pre-Masters Programme will prepare you for
the following masters courses:
Accounting & Finance
Human Rights
International Business Management (with
pathways in Entrepreneurship, Marketing and
Project Management)
International Human Resource Management
International Relations
Marketing with English
...and more.
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Intensive pre-masters preparation:
art & design
If you do not meet Kingston Universitys
academic requirements for an MA in art,
design or architecture, this 12-week course
is designed to prepare you for your studies.
This course is also ideal if you feel that you
need more preparation before going on to
masters-level study.
On completion of the course (providing that
you achieve the necessary academic and
language requirements), you will progress to
the relevant MA*.
*Only applicable to specic MA courses
Benets of being a KULISC student
Direct progression to your degree
Joining a preparatory programme guarantees
that you will receive a conditional offer of a
degree place at Kingston University. Soon after
you join the Pre-Masters Programme, we will help
you choose the degree programme onto which
you want to progress.
Upon successful completion of the course and
having met the required entry standards, you
will proceed directly to your preferred degree
programme at Kingston University.
Personal monitoring and support
Your progress will be monitored at all times
to ensure you will successfully complete the
programme. You will also benet from regular
assessment through examination and marked
coursework.
I have found the

pre-masters extremely
helpful in terms of
topping up and
refreshing my knowledge in my
chosen eld of study.
Yoragaj Parmanantham, Malaysia

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Regular visits
We regularly visit the following countries:
Asia Pacifc China, Hong Kong, South Korea,
Taiwan, Thailand
Middle East Jordan, Oman, Qatar, Saudi
Arabia, Turkey, UAE
South Asia India, Sri Lanka
Europe Norway, UK
Africa Mauritius, Nigeria
North America USA
Make an appointment
Check our website to see when we are next in
your country. To arrange an appointment with
one of our staff, contact the International Ofce.
We look forward to meeting you!
T: +44 (0)20 8417 3411
E: international@kingston.ac.uk
Open days
Open days give you the chance to visit the
University, meet our staff and current students
and nd out more about Kingston University and
our courses. Alternatively, you can contact the
International Ofce to arrange a campus tour
when youre in the UK.
If you arent able to visit the University in person,
you can take a virtual tour of our campuses
online at www.kingston.ac.uk/tour
Representatives for Kingston University
Our registered overseas representatives can give
you advice about studying at Kingston University
and in the UK.
We have representatives in the following countries:
Asia Pacifc China, Hong Kong, Japan,
Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea,
Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam
Middle East Bahrain, Iran, Jordan, Kuwait,
Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey, UAE
South Asia Bangladesh, India, Pakistan,
Sri Lanka
Africa Botswana, Ghana, Kenya, Mauritius,
Nigeria
Europe Norway, Russia, UK
North America Canada, Mexico, USA
How can representatives help?
Representatives can advise you about different
universities and course options. They can also
help you with the application process and
obtaining a visa.
Do I need to use a representative?
Using a representative can make applying to
university and obtaining a visa a simpler process.
However, you are not obliged to consult a
representative.
Meet us
Kingston University staff make regular visits to
countries around the world, attending educational fairs
and working with our overseas representatives and
institutional partners. If youre in the UK, you can
attend one of our open days or book a campus tour.
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Find out more
Overseas visits: www.kingston.ac.uk/visits
Open days: www.kingston.ac.uk/pgopen
Educational representatives: www.kingston.ac.uk/representatives
Apply direct to Kingston University
Postgraduate applications (both taught and
research courses) are made directly to the
University. You can either apply online or by
post. To apply, visit: www.kingston.ac.uk/pgapply
Please ensure you:
fully list your academic record, including the full
title/s of your qualication/s;
provide the full name of the institution/s that
awarded the qualication/s and the location; and
sign and complete the disability and criminal
conviction section.
Supporting documents
Copies of qualifcation transcripts
Two references including at least one
academic reference
If your frst language is not English, copies of a
recognised English language qualication
Curriculum vitae (CV), if relevant
It may also be necessary for applications to
include a portfolio of work, particularly in art and
design programmes. Refer to our website for
further guidance.
Acceptance
To accept an offer for a postgraduate programme,
you need to formally reply to the University. Please
follow the instructions on your offer email.
This is important because, until acceptance, the
process of accommodation allocation and visa
administration cannot begin.
Please note: There is no ofcial deadline for applications, but we
recommend that you apply by June for September entry and
October for January entry.
How to apply
The application
process was clear,
descriptive and easy to
follow. I had no issue
applying for the course.
Spun Paleewong, Thailand

MBA
Find out more
How to apply:
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgapply
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Top tips on completing
your application
Research the course thoroughly before
you apply.
Provide examples of previous study, work
experience or extracurricular activities that
have inuenced your course choice.
Explain why the course interests you and
how it will benet you.
Tell us about how the course will ft in with
your future career plans.
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Kingston upon Thames has excellent transport
links, which means that, wherever you come from,
youll nd it easy to travel to.
Getting to Kingston from Londons airports is easy.
From Heathrow airport
Take the X26, 111 or 285 bus to Kingston.
Approximate journey time: 45 minutes but the
X26 bus takes just 32 minutes to reach Kingston.
From Gatwick Airport
Take a train to Clapham Junction and then
catch a Kingston- or Surbiton-bound train.
Approximate journey time: 65 minutes
Note: the Gatwick Express train does not stop at Clapham Junction.
From Stansted Airport
Take a train to London Liverpool Street and walk
to Tottenham Hale station, then take the Victoria
Line underground service to Vauxhall, where you
can catch an overground Kingston- or Surbiton-
bound train.
From Luton Airport
Take a train to St Pancras International station,
then change onto the Victoria Line underground
service to Vauxhall, where you can catch an
overground Kingston- or Surbiton-bound train.
Kingstons excellent public transport connections
make travelling around the local area and into
central London simple. Kingston is in Zone 6 of
Londons travelcard system, so you can use a
student travelcard (Oystercard) to get around.
The Student Oystercard gives you a 30 per cent
discount on adult-rate season tickets.
By train
Trains run regularly from London Waterloo station
(via Clapham Junction and Wimbledon) to both
Kingston and Surbiton stations. Trains from
Waterloo to Kingston take just 28 minutes.
The fast train from Waterloo to Surbiton takes as
little as 16 minutes.
We recommend you travel to:
Kingston station for Kingston Hill and
Roehampton Vale campuses (and then take the
free university bus from the nearby bus station)
Surbiton station or Kingston station for Penrhyn
Road and Knights Park campuses.
To plan your journey, visit: www.nationalrail.co.uk
By bus
Buses are often the quickest and cheapest way to
travel around London. Kingston is served by many
bus routes. Visit www.t.gov.uk for information.
Getting to Kingston
By plane Travelling around Kingston
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Accounting, Banking and Finance 70
Art and Design 76
(including art and design history; fashion,
communication, landscape and 3D design; ne art)
Computing and Information Systems 97
Creative Industries & the Creative Economy 106
Digital Media 110
Economics, History and Politics 114
Education 136
Engineering 141
(including aerospace and aircraft engineering;
civil engineering and construction; and
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Important
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Accounting,
Banking and
Finance
With its range of career opportunities and desire for top-level
individuals to ll roles within large organisations, the world of nance
offers exciting opportunities.

Our courses have been developed with advice from senior banking
and nance academics and from managers at a number of banks,
including RBS Capital Markets, Commerzbank AG, Standard
Chartered Bank and NatWest. We also enjoy recognition or
accreditation from the Institute of Financial Services; Association
of Chartered Certied Accountants; Convention of Independent
Financial Advisors; and Chartered Financial Analyst Institute.

Facilities include the Bloomberg trading room, where different
trading techniques can be applied in practice with real, live data.
We are one of only a small number of universities across the UK
that have introduced a Bloomberg trading room it is used by asset
management companies, investment banks, hedge funds, banks and
central banks to analyse, price and trade, in real time, stocks, bonds,
derivatives and almost every type of nancial instrument. Students
can also enrol, for free, in Bloombergs Product Certication
Programme, enabling them to enter employment with condence.
We also subscribe to the Thomson Datastream Advance, which
contains more than two-million nancial instruments, securities and
indicators for 175 countries in 60 markets, providing opportunities for
use in learning and research activities. It offers access to more than
100-million time series, with up to 50 years of history and more than
8,000 different elds.
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What will you study?
You will develop your understanding of the
purpose and nature of nancial accounting,
modelling and reporting. You will also look at
how theoretical and conceptual issues combine
in the operational and practical activities of
management accounting.
Assessment
Assignments, case studies, formal examinations,
dissertation
Examples of modules
Management Accounting; Market-Based
Accounting; Financial Modelling and Research
Methods; Corporate Finance and Financial
Statement Analysis; Auditing and Control;
Taxation; International Money and Finance;
Financial Reporting; Research Project
Key features
This course attracts a mix of ACCA/ACA-
qualied and part-qualied students, as well as
others working in the accounting and nance
sectors.
On successful completion of the course,
graduates may apply for exemptions from
ACCA professional examinations.
Accounting & Finance MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgaccountfnance
Designed for graduates of any discipline, this course will enable you
to enhance your career prospects in the wider business practice of
accounting and nancial management. It will provide you with a well-
integrated knowledge of nancial accounting, nance and investment
and management accounting, together with the ability to relate this to
the wider issues of management and corporate strategy.
Entry requirements
A 2:2 honours degree or equivalent. Candidates with
non-standard qualications are welcome to apply.
International students must have an IELTS score of 6.5
overall. See the course webpage for full details.
Find out more
Postgraduate admissions team
T: +44 (0)20 8417 5852
E: businesspgenquiry@kingston.ac.uk
The strong academic atmosphere [at

Kingston Business School] helps to sustain
motivation and inspire creative thought. The
lectures and seminars are of the highest
quality and invaluable to my research into the
study of accounting and nance.
Xu Jie, nancial analyst, Hewlett Packard

(China)
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Banking & Finance MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgbankingfnance
You will learn how to turn theory into practice,
and will explore how to manage assets, liquidity
and risk, as well as the analysis of credit, interest,
statements and rates. The course also covers
corporate nance and industry regulation. Your
research project will focus on a specic area of
banking or another area of nancial services.
Assessment
Examinations, coursework assignments, case
studies, presentations, research projects
Examples of modules
Bank Operations and Strategy; Bank Financial
Risk Management; Financial Modelling and
Research Methods; Corporate Finance and
Financial Statement Analysis; Portfolio Theory
and Investment Banking; Financial Services
Regulation and Compliance; Financial
Engineering; Research Project; Islamic Banking
and Insurance; Financial Engineering
Key features
This course has been developed with advice
from managers at a number of banks, including
RBS Capital Markets, Commerzbank AG,
Standard Chartered Bank and NatWest Bank.
Banking and fnance experts teach this course.
There is also a programme of guest lectures
from sector experts.
We have a number of industry-standard
nancial databases, such as DataStream,
FAME, One Banker and Thomson Deals. Youll
also have access to our Bloomberg Trading
Room and Thomson DataStream Advance.
The course makes considerable use of the
Universitys virtual learning environment using
discussion boards, podcasts and videos.
This course is designed to help propel you into a rewarding, exciting and
challenging career in banking, nancial services, nance and nancial
consultancy. Taught by banking and nance industry experts, this intensive
and rigorous masters is suitable for students from a variety of academic
backgrounds, including those with industry experience and those who
have not studied economics, nance or accountancy at bachelor level.
Entry requirements
A 2:2 honours degree or equivalent. Candidates with
non-standard qualications are welcome to apply.
Find out more
T: +44 (0)20 8417 5852
The best part of the course for me is

that tutors dont treat you as a student but
as a colleague. The course is designed
to incorporate almost all the key areas of
banking, from basics like retail operations,
to the complex procedures of investment
banking.
Paresh Tank, student

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Entry requirements
Good honours degree, preferably in business
management, accounting and nance or economics.
Find out more
T: +44 (0)20 8417 5852
Finance MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgfnance
This course enables you to turn theory into
practice in preparation for a high-level job in the
nancial industries. You will develop your
understanding of the purpose and nature of
nancial accounting and reporting, and look at
how theoretical and conceptual issues integrate
within the operational and practical activities of
management accounting. Core theories of
nance and investment and their use in practical
decision-making are examined. You will construct
and manage investment portfolios for a specic
period, and present the results.
This research-led masters incorporates recent
journal articles and research papers, live data
and up-to-the-minute theories and models.
Assessment
dissertation
Examples of modules
Financial Modelling and Research Methods;
Corporate Finance and Financial Statement
Analysis; Portfolio Theory and Investment
Banking; Financial Accounting and Financial
Management; Market-based Accounting;
Research Project; International Money and
Finance; Fixed Income Analysis
Key features
This course makes extensive use of our
Bloomberg Trading Room, accessing the same
live nancial data used in industry to develop
practical experience in a simulated environment.
You can apply for Bloomberg certifcation as
well as exemptions from the Association of
Chartered Certied Accountants (ACCA). These
industry-recognised qualications give
graduates a huge advantage in the job market.
The course has been developed with advice
This challenging and intensive programme of study aims to signicantly
enhance your career prospects by providing you with a well-integrated
knowledge of nancial accounting, nance and investment and
management accounting, together with the ability to relate this to the
wider issues of management and corporate strategy.
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Financial & Business
Management MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgfnancialbusmgt
This intensive, thorough and challenging
programme is designed to provide the theory
and practical skills that are essential for todays
business managers. You will cover the theories,
models and practice of management accounting
and nance at an advanced level, and how they
integrate into the wider business environment.
You will also study key business disciplines,
which will enable you to demonstrate your
strategic and analytical skills, your ability to apply
your knowledge to solve business problems, and
your competence as a manager.
Assessment
dissertation
Examples of modules
Management Accounting; Corporate Finance and
Financial Statement Analysis; Financial
Accounting and Financial Management;
Contemporary Business Strategy; Islamic
Banking and Insurance; Global Marketing;
Financial Modelling and Research Methods;
Research Project
Key features
Assessment methods mirror real-life practices,
eg the preparation of nancial statements,
business plans, reports and summaries.
Modules are designed to develop the skills valued
by employers, such as presentation, teamwork,
problem-solving and communication skills.
An international curriculum, together with staff
collaborations worldwide, ensure that the
programme is globally relevant.
This course offers a management education with a strong focus on
nancial skills. It explores the theory and practice of management
accounting, and examines how nancial management can be used to
measure and enhance organisational performance. You will learn to
critically analyse and use relevant information to offer solutions to problems.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree, or equivalent. International
students must have an IELTS score of 6.5 overall.
See the course webpage for full details.
Find out more
T: +44 (0)20 8417 5852
After my bachelors degree in Austria

and rst experience at BNP Paribas SA
in Frankfurt, Germany, I decided to do a
masters in the UK. After a long search and
weighing all the pros and cons of multifarious
universities, my rst choice was the Financial
& Business Management MSc at Kingston,
and I will never regret this decision.
Maximilian Rudolf, nancial sales and

analytics, Bloomberg LLP
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Investment & Financial Risk
Management MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pginvestmentandrisk
After an induction programme to Kingston
Business School and the course, you will address
modern portfolio theory and its implications
for asset pricing. You will develop a critical
understanding of the core theories and concepts
of corporate nance and investment and nancial
accounting; and will examine key risks to which
investment rms and banks are exposed, as well
as measurement and management techniques.
The second term covers key issues in investment
banking and trading. You will apply different
trading techniques in our Bloomberg Trading
Room. You will also analyse and explore the
investment management, nancial engineering,
xed income and securities, derivatives, nancial
management and/or the regulation and
compliance of nancial institutions. Your
dissertation will focus in depth on a specic area
of investment and nancial risk management.
Assessment
Examinations, coursework assignments, case
studies, presentations, research projects,
Bloomberg trading test
Examples of modules
Bank Financial Risk Management; Risk;
Corporate Finance and Financial Statement
Analysis; Portfolio Theory and Investment
Banking; Fixed Income Analysis; Financial
Engineering; Financing; Financial Modelling and
Research Methods; Research Project
Key features
This course has been developed with advice
The programme covers many aspects of the
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), giving you
the chance to take the CFA professional
examination.
You will be taught by investment, risk
management, banking and nance experts.
The course content is also supported by active
researchers, as well as a programme of guest
lectures from investment, risk management,
banking and nancial services sector experts.
We provide a number of industry-standard
nancial databases, such as DataStream,
FAME, One Banker and Thomson Deals. Youll
also have access to our Bloomberg Trading
Room and Thomson DataStream Advance.
This course is designed to prepare you for a career in investment, trading,
nancial analysis, fund management, banking, nancial services, nance
and nancial consultancy.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree, or equivalent. International
Find out more
T: +44 (0)20 8417 5852
Art and Design
The Faculty of Art, Design & Architecture counts many of Britains
most successful creative practitioners among its graduates.
Whatever area youre interested in, there is a course to suit you.
Art and Design History pages 7780
Programmes offered by the School of Art and Design History represent
two broad thematic streams of critical and creative inquiry: art and design
history; and museum, gallery and heritage studies with considerable
interdisciplinary engagement between the streams.
Design pages 8189
The Design School offers a creative and stimulating environment where
interdiscipline is celebrated and contemporary practice explored, challenged
and debated. Our courses enjoy national and international recognition and
reputation across the broad spectrum of design disciplines, with real-world
practice and research driving the development of our programmes, and with
high-level professionals engaged in teaching our students.
Fine Art pages 9095
The School of Fine Art reects exciting, new, convergent practices and
encourages dialogue between traditional and emerging genres. Priority is given
to individual artistic practice, the making of works and the understanding of
this within the context of contemporary art, photography and lm.
Landscape page 96
Our School of Architecture and Landscape offers projects designed to
engage with, and critique, real-world issues. We will encourage you to
unravel theory, explore new material and technological opportunities, and
delight in the poetry of craft and making. You will explore environmental
issues in innovative ways, use management techniques with imagination,
and negotiate political systems with sophistication.
See also: Film Studies, page 222; lm making, page 221
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Art & Design History MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgarthistory
You will study a series of dedicated taught
modules that are concerned with issues of
research methodology, subject-specic case
studies and creative practice. You will be
expected to conduct research around the broad
themes and subjects addressed by each module.
This will enable you to tailor your own path of
study according to your particular interests and
aspirations. You can also take part in activities
and study trips organised by the School of Art
and Design History.
Your progress will be assessed by a unique
combination of essay, presentation, dissertation
and optional project-led research, enabling you
to develop your understanding and application of
art and design history in ways that are relevant to
your research and career aims.
Assessment
Seminar presentations, essays, dissertation
(12,00015,000 words), major project
(5,000+ words)

Examples of modules
Interrogating Art and Design: Critical Perspectives
and Creative Practices; Modernities: From the
Avant-garde to the Altermodern; Interiorities:
Art, Design, Architecture; The Politics of Design:
Identity, Activism, Power; Dissertation; Major
Project
Key features
The dissertation and major project allow you to
develop your own interests and gain valuable
research skills.
Field visits and activities supplement your
lectures and seminars. Possible destinations
include New York, Barcelona, Berlin and Paris.
This course provides an interdisciplinary study of the history of both art
and design. As well as advancing your knowledge of developments that
have occurred in these vibrant areas of practice in modernity and,
in particular, the past 50 years the course will also provide you with
transferable skills in history, theory and research.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree or practice-based degree, or
equivalent, in a related area. International students
must have an IELTS score of 6.5 overall. See the
course webpage for full details.
Find out more
Postgraduate admissions administrator
T: +44 (0)20 8417 4646
E: designpostgrad@kingston.ac.uk
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Entry requirements
Good honours degree, or equivalent, in any discipline,
preferably in a related area. International students
should have an IELTS score of 6.5 overall. See the
Find out more
T: +44 (0)20 8417 4646
Art Market Appraisal
(Professional Practice) MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgartmarket
With an emphasis on understanding how the art
market functions, you will be introduced to a
wide range of businesses, collections and
professionals. You will also study the economic
and legal contexts within which professional
practice is grounded, and you will gain the ability
to apply techniques related to the valuation of
objects in a practice environment. You will have
the opportunity to develop your knowledge of a
particular specialist area of the art market, which
may include anything from antiquities to
cutting-edge contemporary art.
Assessment
Essays, seminar papers and presentations, case
studies, major research-based project or
dissertation, presentation of a conference paper
at the annual masters conference
Examples of modules
Art and Law; Professional Practice of Valuation;
History of the Art Market; Research modules (eg
Conference Paper; Dissertation; Research
Concepts for the Art Appraiser; Research
Proposal for Dissertation)
Key features
You will have the chance to undertake site
visits, including an overseas study trip, to
supplement your learning.
You can also take advantage of the Universitys
on-site galleries.
This course is validated by the Royal Institution
of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Students
completing the programme become
probationary members of RICS.
If you are interested in developing a career in the art market, this course is
ideal. It offers a unique mix of academic tuition with exposure to Londons
huge and dynamic art market. Accredited by the Royal Institution of
Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the course leads to entry to RICS as a
probationary member.
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Heritage (Contemporary Practice) MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgheritage
Through an interdisciplinary curriculum, you
will study taught modules covering critical
analysis and creative practice, and conduct
research around the broad themes and subjects
addressed by each module. The taught
modules range across creative approaches to
materials and practice, the performance and
communication of heritage, planning, place
and sustainability, and critical perspectives on
heritage in a global context.
Assessment
Essays, creative project work, portfolio,
dissertation (12,00015,000 words)
Examples of modules
Interrogating Heritage; The Challenge of Change;
Performing Heritage; The Practice of Experience;
Major Project; International Study Visit (non-credit
module)
Key features
The major project allows you to develop your
own interests and gain valuable research skills,
providing an opportunity to pursue a creative,
practice-based project.
lectures and seminars. Possible destinations
include New York, Washington DC, Berlin and
Paris, as well as cities in the UK and elsewhere
in Europe.
The philosophy of this course is to critically engage and creatively
experiment with ideas of heritage and heritage practice in the
contemporary world. Your studies will balance critical inquiry with creative
project work and practice-based research opportunities. Several of the
modules are delivered in partnership with heritage institutions and other
creative practitioners.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree or equivalent qualication in a
relevant subject area. International students must have
an IELTS score of 6.5 overall. See the course webpage
for full details.
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Museum & Gallery Studies MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgmuseumgallerystudies
The course interrogates contemporary issues
and practices, including collection, interpretation,
exhibition, space, place and the city, audiences
and communities, controversy and contingency,
institutional purpose, scenario planning and
sustainable futures. You will study taught
modules covering critical analysis and creative
practice, and conduct research around the broad
themes and subjects addressed by each module.
Modules have been developed in collaboration
with museums such as the Museum of London,
the National Maritime Museum, Victoria and
Albert Museum and Kingston Museum and
Heritage Service.
Assessment
Essays, seminar presentations, project work,
portfolio, dissertation (12,00015,000 words)
Examples of modules
Ideas and Institutions; Material Thinking and
Creative Practice; Invention and Experimentation;
The Challenge of Change; Major Project;
International Study Visit (non-credit module)
Key features
This course provides an interdisciplinary study
of museums and galleries. It offers a range of
approaches to teaching and assessment based
on the concept of creative research, including
creative project work and practice-based
research opportunities.
The dissertation or major project allows you to
develop your own interests and gain valuable
research and practice-based skills.
lectures and seminars. Possible international
destinations include New York, Washington DC,
Berlin and Toronto, as well as cities in the UK
and elsewhere in Europe.
This course is ideal if you are interested in pursuing imaginative,
interdisciplinary, international museum study. It will advance your
knowledge of contemporary developments in this vibrant and complex
area of academia and the cultural sector, and will provide you with
transferable skills in critical inquiry and creative practice. Our underlying
philosophy is to do things differently to offer you a criticalcreative
vision of and approach to contemporary museum and gallery practice,
questioning and challenging conventions of the institution and the eld.
Entry requirements
Good BA(Hons) degree or equivalent qualication in a
relevant subject area. International students must have
for full details.
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Communication Design: Graphic Design MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pggraphicdesign
Project work will challenge you to develop and
enhance your existing ways of working. You will
explore the importance of research in underpinning
your practice, and will be encouraged to build
your own visual language and tools in response
to set briefs within each module. In the nal stage
of the course, you will propose and develop your
independent major project.
You will be taught by experienced academics
and specialist tutors from industry who will
encourage you to develop your understanding
of the relationship between words, pictures and
their means of communication and transmission.
Assessment
Project work: visual research, written project
report/summary, exhibition, nal major project
Examples of modules
Visual Grammar, Literacy and Intelligence;
Designing Research; Visual Storytelling: Narrative
and Sequence; Creative Futures; Major Project
Key features
The emphasis on problem fnding, research
methods and critical thinking is intended to
enhance your long-term employment
possibilities through an understanding of the
changing global, technological and social
context of design.
The course is taught by academics who are
also practising designers and researchers in
design. This is supported by studio visits and
visiting tutors from industry, live projects,
competitions, lectures and workshops.
Core modules are studied with students from
across the Design Schools postgraduate
community.
This course encourages the exploration and understanding of the
methods and processes at work in contemporary visual communication,
and will further develop your personal practice and approach to graphic
design. It focuses on individual research and enquiry, and will help you to
develop your understanding of the signicance of the wider cultural role of
the visual designer. In addition, you will be introduced to disciplinary and
interdisciplinary models of thinking that will underpin your own focused
study on the course.
Entry requirements
Good BA(Hons) degree, or equivalent, in graphic design
or related subject, or experience. Portfolio required.
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Communication Design: Illustration MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgillustration
Project work will challenge you to develop and
enhance your existing ways of working. You will
explore the importance of research in underpinning
your practice, and will be encouraged to build
your own visual language and tools in response
to set briefs within each module. In the nal stage
of the course, you will propose and develop your
independent major project.
You will be taught by experienced academics
and specialist tutors from industry who will
encourage you to develop your understanding of
the relationship between words, pictures and their
means of communication and transmission.
Assessment
Project work: visual research, written project
report/summary, exhibition, nal major project
Examples of modules
Visual Grammar, Literacy and Intelligence;
Designing Research; Visual Storytelling: Narrative
and Sequence; Creative Futures; Major Project
Key features
Core modules are studied with students from
across the Design Schools postgraduate
community.
The emphasis on problem fnding, research
methods and critical thinking is intended to
enhance your long-term employment
possibilities through an understanding of the
changing global, technological and social
context of illustration and design.
The course is taught by academics who are
also practising illustrators, designers and
researchers in design. This is supported by
studio visits and visiting tutors from industry,
live projects, competitions, lectures and
workshops.
This course encourages the exploration and understanding of the
methods and processes at work in contemporary visual communication.
It will further develop your personal practice and approach to the making
of images. The course also provides a focus on individual research
and enquiry, and will help you to understand the signicance of the
wider cultural role of the visual designer and illustrator. In addition, it will
introduce disciplinary and interdisciplinary models of thinking that will
underpin your own focused study on the course.
Entry requirements
Good BA(Hons) degree, or equivalent, in illustration,
animation or a related subject, plus a portfolio of work.
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Curating Contemporary Design MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgcurating
You will gain a grounding in the professional
aspects of curatorial practice as well as rst-hand
experience in planning and organising exhibitions.
This practical experience will be supported by
modules in history and theory, ensuring you have
a thorough knowledge of the ideas and context
underpinning the display and curating of
contemporary designed objects. There is a
strong emphasis on gaining key employability
skills for the sector, ensuring a high level of
professional development. We organise live
projects with leading institutions such as the
British Council, Crafts Council and V&A Museum.
Assessment
Curatorial project briefs, seminar presentations,
essays, dissertation
Examples of modules
Professional Practice; Interpreting Contemporary
Design; Theory of the Object; Making of the
Modern World; Final Project; New York visit (a
week-long trip for which an additional fee is
charged)
Key features
As the course is taught in partnership with the
Design Museum, London, you will benet from
the experience of studying at one of the worlds
best-known design museums.
Professional practice modules at the Design
Museum underpin modules on the history and
theory of curating design taught at Kingston
University.
Work experience and study visits (including an
optional trip to New York) are an important part
of the course.
Run jointly with the Design Museum, this course is taught by leading
curators and designers within the eld. Through its projects at the Design
Museum and with prestigious cultural organisations, including the British
Council, Architecture Foundation, British Museum and the V&A, the
course gives you the opportunity to curate live projects and build your
own professional prole. Ambitious international projects are an integral
part of the curriculum, and graduates have gone on to successful careers
around the world.
Entry requirements
Good BA(Hons) degree or equivalent, or relevant
work experience. Inter national students must
have an IELTS score of 6.5 overall. See the course
webpage for full details.
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Design with Learning & Teaching in HE MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgdesignhe
You will be tutored and managed by the course
team, who have many years experience of
design professional practice and pedagogy in
design higher education. You will have the
opportunity to study with other design and ne
art students across the Faculty, and will develop
your design practice or design theory through
individual and team modules. You will also carry
out teaching practice alongside experienced
academic design staff.
Assessment
Design project work, seminar presentations,
written assignments, live projects, major design
research project or dissertation (Design modules),
text portfolio, poster presentations, action
research blogs, reective logs (PgCert)
Examples of modules
Designing Research; Creative Futures; Design
Pedagogy and Practice Masters Project;
Teaching and Supporting Learning in Higher
Education; Curriculum, Assessment and Quality
Key features
This course is ideal for designers who have had
some professional experience and would like to
use their expertise within higher education, and
for those who may have already taught at FE or
HE level and wish to develop this further.
You will develop your design practice through
individual and teamwork projects, and your
pedagogical skills in collaboration with an
experienced professional in your eld, lecture
programmes and teaching practice.
Lectures and masterclasses with leading
experts, site visits, study tours and exhibition
projects also play a key part on the course.
This enables you to gain a truly multidisciplinary
set of perspectives and skills.

This unique course enables you to both study design and gain a
Postgraduate Certicate in Higher Education (PgCert in HE), which is
incorporated within the MA. It is ideal if you would like to develop your
design practice while securing the qualications you need to pursue a
career in higher education: a PgCert is increasingly a requirement for new
teachers in universities and colleges.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree or equivalent qualication, plus
a portfolio of work. International students must have an
IELTS score of 6.5. See course webpage for full details.
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Design: Product+Space MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgdesign
More emphasis is placed upon how than what
you will study. Students take responsibility for
shaping their specic study interest with support
from the staff team. This evolves through a series
of three-dimensional design projects encouraging
the expression of creative insight and viewpoint.
Designing through making is integral, and the
extensive 3D workshop is fully utilised. Design
workshops and a lecture series to stimulate
creative freedom are run in parallel, and live
industry projects provide opportunity for greater
interdisciplinary collaboration and group work.
Assessment
Practical design projects, presentations, masters
project and exhibition
Examples of modules
Designing Research; Creative Futures; Context 1
and 2: Product+Space; Major Project
Key features
You can choose to specialise in either product
or spatial design, with the spirit of innovation
and enterprise sought throughout both routes.
This course is part of the Design Schools
Postgraduate Framework, which promotes
interdisciplinary practice opportunities,
underpins research, supports personal
trajectory and industry contact, and includes a
supporting lecture series.
Regular visiting studio tutors include Harry
Richardson of Committee and Simon Hasan.
Other visitors/collaborators to date have
included the Bauhaus Dessau, Frank Duffy,
Land Design Studio, Colin Davies, Jason
Bruges Studio, Mischer Traxler, WGSN,
Givaudan, Incrops, Alternative Packaging
Solutions, the V&A and iGuzzini.
This course offers a space for students to exercise their own design
curiosity and motivation within the broad spectrum of product and spatial
design. There are no predetermined leads to follow, simply an expectation
to challenge and take risks rather than to passively accept. In this spirit,
design is seen as a journey of discovery and a genuine means to provoke
change. Students from a range of international design disciplines create a
lively studio environment.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree, or equivalent, in a related
subject and/or appropriate professional experience.
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Fashion MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgfashion
This Fashion MA is a unique and innovative
course combining the creative thinking of the
Design School core modules with a very solid
and creative fashion industry focus.
The fashion-based modules will encourage you
to think creatively and will also challenge you to
apply your ideas and concepts to a series of
briefs, some of which will arrive directly from
various industry sources and practitioners. The
outcome is non-prescriptive and should be driven
by your ambitions and approach to fashion. You
will identify design narratives to inspire extensive
research culminating in exciting, considered and
forward-thinking design developments. You will
be expected to observe and respond to
contemporary social trends and to create new
responses for fashion design. Addressing the
contemporary culture of fashion, you will engage
within important areas of development social
politics, economics, environments, sciences and
technology futures.
The core modules, which explore what design is
and identify its role in your practice, offer the
opportunity to connect and interact with
designers from a wide set of creative disciplines.
Assessment
Design projects, written submissions,
presentations, major project
Examples of modules
Process; Fashion Context 1; Focus; Fashion
Context 2; Major Project Proposal; Masters
Project and Exhibition
Key features
With our well-established industry links and
partnerships, the craft and skill of fashion is
paramount and is developed through
pioneering projects with industry practitioners
from our staff team.
During the course you will also participate in
interdisciplinary modules established across the
Design School. This gives you the unique
opportunity to expand your current design
thinking and methodology, experiment and
transform your medium, and work in dynamic
teams to exchange and create ideas.
This course continues to develop its holistic and exciting approach to fashion
design and beyond. Retaining our heritage and specialism in womenswear,
menswear and knitwear, the course combines industry standards with a
creative and contemporary approach to fashion design. Kingstons broad
design community and positioning as a progressive and highly rated design
institution means that fashion is able to actively borrow and share from
designers based in communication design and product and space.
Entry requirements
Good rst degree in fashion design or a related
subject, plus a portfolio. International students should
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Fashion Retailing MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgfashionretail
The course provides an understanding of fashion
retailing as an innovative and creative process
within the global fashion industry. You will have
the opportunity to embed the specialist retailing
skills and knowledge you will learn in Kingston
Business School within the creative contexts of
the Design School. Through creative project-
based work, the course also provides the
opportunity to explore specialist areas of interest
that will enable you to pursue your fashion retail
career of choice.
Assessment
Coursework, including assignments and
presentations
Examples of modules
Contextualising Fashion for Business 1;
E-commerce Operations; Services Marketing
Strategy; Contextualising Fashion for Business 2;
Buyer Behaviour; Retail Management and
Marketing; Masters Project
Key features
This course utilises our proximity to London,
which is a major international fashion retail
capital, to explore and analyse all aspects of
contemporary retail practice.
There are scheduled external feld visits, and
external speakers contribute to the programme.
This MA is aimed at talented and creative graduates who are committed
to a career working at the interface between fashion professionals and
consumers to determine what people will be buying in the months and
years to come. Working alongside students of fashion design, fashion
journalism, retailing and business, you will gain an insight into the
interdisciplinary practice of fashion retail and the innovative and central
role it plays in the global fashion business and industry.
Entry requirements
Relevant undergraduate qualication, or equivalent.
International students must have an IELTS score of
6.5 overall with no element below 6.0. See the course
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Production Design for Film & Television MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pglmtvproduction
You will develop skills in production design both
for a studio environment particular for television
and for a script-driven drama intended for
television or cinema. In the former you will deal
with the creation of a purely televisual world,
designing built scenic elements and using lighting
and technology such as LED screens to create a
particular environment. For drama productions
you will learn how to enhance the script through
visual elements, exploring location nding, the
architectural structure of the set, set decoration,
and other key elements such as lighting and the
practical management of the process.
Assessment
Design projects, presentations, written submissions
Examples of modules
Design for TV Entertainment and Non-drama;
Design for Film and Television Drama; Personal
Project; Major Project Proposal; Major Project
Key features
This course has been designed to utilise your
existing areas of expertise in a related discipline
which can range from ne art to architecture
and develop those required for professional
practice.
Your Major Project allows you to focus on your
own interests, and culminates in an exhibition
presentation.
Studio and location visits will supplement the
lectures and seminars, adding an extra
perspective to your learning.
While there are no formal work placements
offered as part of the course, we will give you
career and portfolio development advice and,
where possible, help you arrange your own
placements to be undertaken on completion of
the MA.
If you would like to develop the creative and technical skills needed for
entry into an art department in the lm and television industry, this course
is ideal. It offers one of the few opportunities internationally to focus on
scenic art direction in postgraduate study.
Entry requirements
arts subject, or relevant professional experience.
International students should have IELTS score of 6.5
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Sustainable Design MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgsustainabledesign
The ultimate goal of this course is to create a more
sustainable and equitable society. You will explore
innovative and practical ways to help realise those
visions, emphasising design, creativity, empathy,
innovation, leadership and campaigning.
The course encourages critical thinking about the
social and ecological agendas it addresses. It is
design-based, but not conned to design practice
it includes a signicant amount of theoretical
and contextual studies. It is possible to choose a
dissertation option for the nal major project.
You will be taught by leading academics and
practitioners in sustainable design, social design,
social innovation, participatory design, strategic
design, service design, design-led innovation,
and related topics. The course incorporates
collaboration with partners such as Audi Design
Foundation, Design Council, Greengaged, Sorrell
Foundation, ThinkPublic and Uscreates.
Assessment
Design project work, written assignments, live
projects, major design research project
Examples of modules
Design for Social Innovation; Designing
Research; Sustainable Design Principles,
Perspectives and Practices; Creative Futures;
Major Project
Key features
The overarching course philosophy, based
upon an emphasis on research, methodology
and design thinking, allows individual and
personal concerns to be explored through
focused study in sustainable design.
This course is aimed at designers, creative workers and other specialists
who want to direct their practice towards progressive sustainability
and social agendas. It focuses on the value of design as a vehicle for
addressing social and ecological concerns in both developed and
developing world settings. It will equip you with the knowledge, capabilities
and condence to challenge the status quo by applying design thinking to
the generation of design-led interventions for a sustainable future.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree, or equivalent, in a design-
related subject, or experience, plus a portfolio.
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Art & Space MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgartspace
You will develop and apply critical frameworks,
debate a range of theoretical, cultural and social
issues, and consider a variety of approaches to
communicating and publishing your own
research. You will focus on individual and
collaborative practices, new technology,
exhibition production and design, and a
theoretical and critical programme to challenge
and contextualise individual research and the
placement of work in the public domain. In
addition, you will become familiar with the
processes necessary to initiate and realise
projects, developing and presenting proposals
and collaborative working structures.
Assessment
Seminar presentations/individual and collaborative
exhibition production and documentation
Examples of modules
Project 1; Theory Seminar; Digital Art New
Technology; Project 2 Collaborative; Masters
Project (Exhibition in Moving Image)
Key features
You can explore the relationship between art,
architecture, design and public space by working
alongside ne artists, architects and designers.
Project modules allow you to focus on an area
of particular interest and gain valuable practical
skills. These culminate with a major public
exhibition/event and accompanying publication.
You will also have the chance to undertake site
visits to supplement your learning, display work
in the Universitys galleries, collaborate with
external parties, and undertake a placement or
residency.
If you have a ne art, architecture or design background and would like to
develop your professional practice within the public realm, this dynamic,
production-based course is ideal. It enables you to identify and locate
spaces in which to make and test your work in the public domain,
through site-specic work, performance and sound installation, internet
activity, print-based publication, and so on.
Entry requirements
Good BA(Hons) degree, or equivalent, in a related
subject, plus a portfolio of work. International students
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European Art Practice MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgeuroart
Through a combination of studio project and
theoretical study at Kingston University, together
with a one-week intensive course in, for
example, Zurich or Berlin, you will develop and
apply your chosen art practices. You will also
focus on the concept of transdisciplinarity, with
an emphasis on learning from practice and
through discursivity and topicality. Within this,
there is a further emphasis on making ndings
public by means of exhibitions, websites,
publications and events. Through the
programme of practical projects that you will
undertake, you will investigate and research the
artistic ideas and cultural policies that are
currently being pursued in European cities.
Assessment
Seminar presentations, individual and collaborative
Examples of modules
Project 1; European Art Practice/Cities, Scenes
and Events; Digital Art New Technology;
Masters Project (Exhibition and Research
Publication)
Key features
This course prepares you to work as a
professional artist in Europe. It is specially
designed for ne art and curation practitioners
who would like to gain the practical, theoretical
and organisational skills needed to work in this
context.
The course combines practical projects with
theoretical study and networking.
Many members of staff are professional
practitioners, which keeps your learning
cutting-edge.
This is an innovative course and the only one of its kind in the UK that
provides you with the technical and critical means and experience to
work as a professional artist in the European arena. Based at Kingston,
but including a placement and exhibition project in a major European city,
you will work and learn within a growing Europe-wide network of artists,
curators, galleries and museums.
Entry requirements
subject, or relevant experience, plus a portfolio.
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Experimental Film MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgexperimentallm
The curriculum offers four distinct areas of critical
and practical enquiry options, supported by a
specialised seminar/lectures series covering the
following areas: artists moving image,
independent lm, lm as installation, and the
materiality of lm.
You will undertake self-initiated research
supported by taught modules and an
experienced group of research-active staff. You
will also explore the critical and historical
frameworks within which experimental lm work
can be understood and conceptualised.
Assessment
To be conrmed
Examples of modules
Project 1; Theory Seminar; Experimental
Filmmaking Practices; Film Theory:
Experimentation in Moving Image
This course has been designed to offer a genuinely creative methodology
and understanding of current and future potential for lm experimentation
in artists moving image. This places the programme at the forefront of
postgraduate studies that explore moving image in its most creative form.
The course offers a range of input from within the School of Fine Art, and
will enable you to develop a major body of practical work created within the
context of a critical understanding of contemporary experimental lm theory.
Entry requirements
BA(Hons) degree, or equivalent, in a related or
appropriate subject, and a showreel/portfolio of work.
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Fine Art MFA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgneart
The course incorporates a taught programme
that primarily demands a considerable degree of
investigation and experimentation. You will focus
on practical and theoretical issues surrounding
the development of ne art practice in relation to
specic contexts, and will be required to
interrogate the positioning of your practice through
curatorial intervention and collaboration, providing
preparation for professional practice and/or
further research. You will also be encouraged to
create interdisciplinary alliances and will have the
opportunity to work in a variety of environments,
both individually and collaboratively.
Assessment
Seminar presentation, portfolio/documentation,
exhibition, seminars, workshops and
interdisciplinary group work, module reviews, peer
reviews, professional practice, independent events
Examples of modules
Project 1; Theory Seminar; Masters Project:
Exhibition and Research Publication; Integrated
Research Project; Option modules (eg Digital Art
New Technology; Photography Practice
Publishing; Photography Practice Applied
Theory in Advanced Photography; Project 2
Collaborative; European Art Practice/Cities, Scenes
and Events; Film Theory: Experimentation in
Moving Image; Experimental Filmmaking Practices)
Key features
This course offers a unique opportunity for
artists to develop a major body of practical
work that engages with the context of a critical
understanding of contemporary ne art practice.
You will produce self-initiated work from the
outset. Individual tutorials, seminar
presentations and practical workshops will
support your studies.
The course will enable you to capitalise on the
Schools existing and well-established
networks. We also encourage you to develop
your own networks and support structures.
This is a studio-based, research-centred programme for those who wish
to explore the subtle and complex relationships between the production
and display of contemporary art within the context of professional
excellence. It will challenge you to develop your personal vision and create
clear, meaningful and appropriate work to consolidate and strengthen your
position as an artist.
Entry requirements
BA(Hons) degree, or equivalent, in a related subject,
plus a portfolio of work. International students must
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Fine Art with Learning & Teaching in HE MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgnearthe
Through a combination of studio project and
theoretical study, you will develop and apply
critical frameworks, debate theoretical, cultural
and social issues, and consider approaches to
communicating and publishing your own
research. You will focus on individual and
collaborative practices, new technology, exhibition
production and design, and a theoretical and
critical programme to challenge and contextualise
individual research. You will be tutored and
managed by the course director, who has many
years experience of professional practice and
pedagogy in art and design higher education.
You will have the opportunity to develop your ne
art practice through individual and team projects,
and to carry out your teaching practice alongside
experienced academic ne art staff.
Assessment
Seminar presentations/individual and collaborative
Examples of modules
Project 1; European Art Practice/Cities, Scenes
and Events; Masters Project (Exhibition and
Research Publication); Teaching and Supporting
Learning in Higher Education; Curriculum,
Assessment and Quality
Key features
Lectures and masterclasses with leading
experts, site visits, study tours and exhibition
projects play a key part on the course. This will
enable you to gain a truly multidisciplinary set of
perspectives and skills.
You will have the chance to team up with
external organisations through live and
collaborative projects, or take part in an
international placement.
This MA develops your ne art practice while giving you the qualications
and experience you need to develop a career in higher education. It is
ideal if you have had some professional experience and would like to
apply your expertise within higher education.
Entry requirements
subject, or relevant experience, plus a portfolio.
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Photography MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgphotography
You will gain a thorough critical understanding of
photography through self-initiated research
supported by taught modules and an experienced
group of research-active staff. This will enable
you to play a positive role in the fast-moving
arena of image making, as well as equipping you
with a thorough understanding of the critical and
historical frameworks within which photography
can be understood and conceptualised. You will
be encouraged to create interdisciplinary alliances
and will have the opportunity to work in a variety of
environments, both individually and collaboratively.
Assessment
Seminar and exhibition presentations, tutorials,
individual and group reviews
Examples of modules
Project 1; Theory Seminar; Photography
Practice Applied Theory in Advanced
Photography; Photography Practice Publishing;
Masters Project (Exhibition and Research
Publication)
Key features
You will have the opportunity to take part in
off-site visits to galleries, site-specic artworks,
media venues and other cultural spaces, as
well as study tours.
Students have access to a professional
photography suite that includes two new
digital-imaging areas, darkroom areas, two
double-height photography studios and a
general preparation, nishing and
demonstration area. The suite is supported by
a team of technical and academic staff.

This course offers a unique opportunity for photographers to develop a major
body of practical work that engages with the photographic image within
the context of a critical understanding of contemporary photography and
visual culture. The course encompasses a broad and developing range of
approaches to photography. It recognises that photographers increasingly
explore the potential of the medium in unexpected and innovative ways,
nding outlets for their work in a variety of forms and organisations.
Entry requirements
Honours degree (minimum 2.2), or equivalent, in a
related subject, plus a portfolio of work. International
Find out more
T: +44 (0)20 8417 4646
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Landscape & Urbanism MA*
www.kingston.ac.uk/pglandurban
Design projects reect opportunities and
challenges of contemporary landscape urbanism,
at global and local scales. Themes include public
realm, agency, physical and social infrastructures,
experience and wellbeing, growth and
transformation through time, governance,
environment, climate change, biodiversity, city
and identity, and zones of transition. Modules in
research techniques and theory support critical
reection, while study of materials and
techniques supports appropriate technical
knowledge and inquiry.
Workshops include: communication, learning
through making, observation, mapping and
consultation. Option modules allow for a bespoke
experience.
The course offers opportunities for
interdisciplinary postgraduate learning.
Assessment
Collaborative design projects, communication
and making workshops, critical case studies,
landscape and urbanism manifesto, individual
design research project, option portfolio
Examples of modules
Landscape and Urbanism Projects: Strategy,
Region and Local; Landscape and Urbanism
Theory; Landscape Urbanism Materials and
Techniques; Research Concepts and Design
Research; Masters Project; Option modules (eg
Stone Carving; Bronze Casting; Photography;
Digital Media; Professional Practice: Project
Management; Sustainable Cities; Conservation
and Heritage)
Key features
The course provides an innovative design
education, with opportunities to participate in
European and local consultancy within the
Landscape Interface Studio.
Study visits, international workshops, external
lectures, live projects, option modules and visits
to London shows, museums and institutions
allow you to develop experience and knowledge
to support your individual career ambitions.
*Please note: Kingston University is currently reviewing the
Architecture courses, so modules and their content are likely
to change. Please see the course webpage for the latest
information.
This course aims to prepare you for creative roles in the context of
landscape and urbanism design practice and research. Our London
location, local and European networks and an international perspective
provide the focus for contemporary landscape and urbanism projects,
including green and water infrastructures, sustainable environment, and
city strategies and the detailed design of places for people.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree, or professional experience
and a qualication in a relevant design discipline.
Find out more
T: +44 (0)20 8417 4646
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Computing and
Information Systems
Computers, software and communication systems underpin the
economies, governments, businesses and social life of the world.

Here, at Kingston, we are educating the people who make this
happen, and conducting the research that drives the technological
advances of the future and informs our teaching.
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Embedded Systems /
with Management Studies MSc
With a pathway in Computer Vision
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgembeddedsystems
You will develop a disciplined approach to and
sound practical skills in the specication, design,
modelling and implementation of components for
embedded systems. You will gain specialist
knowledge in digital signal processing and
processors, control systems, microcontrollers
and real-time processing. You will then choose
from a range of option modules encompassing
computing, engineering and digital media
processing.
It may also be possible for you to undertake a
real-world project in an industrial placement or to
work alongside our research teams with expertise
in video processing, robotics, mechatronics, and
wireless and multimedia communications.
Embedded Systems (Computer Vision)
MSc pathway
In addition to our pure Embedded Systems MSc,
you can choose to specialise in our Computer
Vision pathway, which can also be combined
with Management Studies. This pathway will
equip you with the knowledge and skills required
to specify and build computer vision embedded
systems, choosing from different imaging devices
and applying software that can process and
understand images.
You will study a range of option modules
encompassing computing, engineering and
digital media processing. As with the pure
Embedded Systems MSc, it may also be
possible for you to undertake a real-world project
in an industrial placement or as part of high-
quality research working alongside our Digital
Imaging Research Centre (DIRC) groups (eg
visual surveillance, human-body motion analysis,
robotics, medical imaging).
With Management Studies
Both the Embedded Systems and Embedded
Systems (Computer Vision) courses can be
combined with management studies. This route
will enable you to develop business and
management skills so that you can work
effectively with business managers to develop
innovative and imaginative ways to exploit
computer vision and embedded systems for
business advantage. This is a key skill for
employability, particularly as organisations in the
public, private and voluntary sectors grapple
with austerity.
Assessment
Coursework and/or exams, research project/
dissertation
In our modern world, we are surrounded by systems and devices that
have unseen computer software and hardware, such as digital televisions,
MP3 players, smartphones and trafc lights. It takes a special type of
person (typically working in a multidisciplinary team) to conceive, design
and implement, and deploy these embedded systems. This course
is designed to set you ahead in the vibrant jobs market for consumer
electronics, industrial equipment and the automotive industry.
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Entry requirements
Good honours degree, or equivalent, in a related subject,
or relevant work experience. See the course webpage
for information and page 54 for language requirements.
Find out more
Postgraduate admissions
T: +44 (0)20 8417 4546
E: pgsecadmissions@kingston.ac.uk
Examples of modules*
Digital Signal Processing; Real-time
Programming; Control Systems and Embedded
Implementation; Project Module; Articial
Vision Systems; Business in Practice (with
Management Studies route); Option modules
(eg Multimedia Communications; 3D Game
Programming; Wireless Communications and
Networks; IT and Entrepreneurship)
*Depending on pathway; see course webpage for details.
Key features
We have internationally recognised research
expertise in digital image processing, computer
vision, robotics, control systems, medical
telematics, wireless networks and multimedia
communications.
The unique combination of computer vision and
embedded systems skills is highly desirable in
state-of-the-art industrial applications.
You will have the opportunity to work in our
internationally recognised Digital Imaging
Research Centre and be involved in national
and international projects.
This course is accredited by BCS, The
Chartered Institute for IT.
There are fexible study options, with
September and January starting dates.
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Information Systems MSc
With pathways in E-commerce and Health Information Management
www.kingston.ac.uk/pginfosys
You will study the design, development and
management of information systems to enable
you to recognise and accommodate the
increased rate of change and instability in the
business and information environment created
by social, economic, political and technical
changes. You will gain an understanding of how
information is used within an organisation, who
uses it, the nature of the information, how it
relates to decision-making and how it contributes
to organisational goals and objectives.
Pathway options
In addition to our pure Information Systems MSc,
you can choose to specialise in E-commerce or
Health Information Management.
Information Systems (E-commerce) MSc
This pathway aims to provide you with the
knowledge to design, develop and implement
e-commerce applications to positively transform
the business, restructure the organisation and
streamline business processes to improve
competitiveness. Its multidisciplinary and
holistic approach places the applications and
technologies of e-commerce into the wider
business, social and economic context.
As well as analysing, designing, implementing
and managing the use of information systems
for e-commerce, you will also investigate how
e-commerce can accommodate the increased
rate of change created by social, economic,
political and technical developments, including
legal and ethical considerations. You will

also focus on the organisational and change
management implications of new business
models enabled by e-commerce, as well as the
impact of the internet.
Information Systems (Health Information
Management) MSc
The effective use of health information systems
has the potential to dramatically improve health
services. There is a strong demand for well-
qualied information professionals in a wide
range of health-related settings. This course
is designed to produce talented and visionary
leaders to shape the future health information
strategy and successfully lead health informatics
projects and teams. Teaching focuses on the
knowledge and skills that will be required by
the NHS Information Strategy, preparing you
for managerial positions in hospitals, practice
management and primary care.
You will develop management and leadership
skills by studying the fundamental concepts
of business, nancial resource management,
health information strategy, health information
governance, systems analysis and design,
analysis and presentation of health data, and
database design and management. You will have
the opportunity to improve your practical skills so
that you can plan and manage complex health
informatics projects and implement changes within
the evolving healthcare environment. Throughout
the course you will consider the impact of health
information systems upon individuals and teams
within the healthcare environment.
Information systems, when used effectively can give a business or
organisation the competitive edge. They can also transform businesses,
restructure organisations and streamline business processes. This course
seeks to address the shortage of people who can operate at the interface
of business and IT, and offers the chance to study a spectrum of relevant
business and technical subjects.
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Entry requirements
Good honours degree, or equivalent, in a related subject,
or relevant work experience. See the course webpage
for information and page 54 for language requirements.
Find out more
T: +44 (0)20 8417 4546
Assessment
dissertation
eBusiness Strategy and Implementation;
Modelling Enterprise Architectures; Data
Management and Governance; Agile Project
Development; User Experience Design (Systems);
Health Information Strategy, Data Analysis and
Presentation; Business in Practice; Project
Dissertation
Key features
The career-enhancing programme is designed
to build on your previous experience and
education and allow you to tailor your learning
to suit your individual career development,
industry background and requirements of your
organisation.
An industrial advisory board advises on all
aspects of the curriculum to ensure that new
concepts are introduced and that the course
continues to meet the needs of business and
industry.
The Health Information Management pathway
is more than health informatics, and aims to
produce future leaders in health information
management.
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IT & Strategic Innovation MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgitstrategicinnovation
You will study the types and characteristics of
innovation, as well as the major barriers to the
spread of innovation. This will enable you to
recognise and welcome the increased rate of
change and instability in the business and
technology elds. You will gain an understanding
of the role of information systems in encouraging,
capturing and managing innovation in an
organisation, and how this relates to constructing
better value chains by using knowledge
management, data mining, decision-making and
business intelligence.
Assessment
Coursework and/or exams
Examples of modules
eBusiness Strategy and Implementation; IT and
Entrepreneurship; Modelling Enterprise
Architectures; Data Management and
Governance; Project Dissertation
Key features
You can tailor the course to suit your own
career development needs, industry
background or organisations requirements.
The project/dissertation gives you the chance
to study an area of interest in greater depth and
gain valuable research skills. It often takes the
form of a business plan relevant to your career,
and provides an excellent selling point when
looking for a job or promotion. If you are an
overseas student, we will help you to carry out
a project either based in your home country or
that will be of specic relevance when you
return home.
The success of an organisation can rest on both an understanding of
IT and how to use innovation strategically to enable new growth and
competitive advantage. This course aims to provide an understanding of
the characteristics of high-tech innovation combined with the leadership
and management values necessary for entrepreneurship (new venture
creation) or for successfully creating and managing strategic innovation
both from within an organisation as well as from outside.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree, or equivalent, in an IS/IT
subject, or substantial work experience. See the
course webpage for more information and page 54 for
language requirements.
Find out more
T: +44 (0)20 8417 4546
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Network & Information Security /
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgnetworkinformation
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgnetworkinformationmgt
You will gain a critical awareness of the current
developments and future trends in cryptography,
network security and wireless security, starting
from the mathematical principles behind
cryptographic algorithms and moving on to
secure network protocols. As security and
dependability are inextricably linked, the course
also covers dependable and highly available
architectures. Techniques and technologies to
combat threats will be explored, from secure
authentication mechanisms, through rewalls, to
information policies and user education to
combat social engineering and data leakage.
The modules studied on the management
studies route will set your technical knowledge in
a management context.
Assessment
Industrial report and technical article coursework,
examinations, verbal presentations, project
dissertation
Examples of modules
Cryptography and Applications; Network and
Information Security; Data Communications;
Project Dissertation; Business in Practice (with
Management Studies route); Option modules (eg
Multimedia Communications; Wireless
Communications and Networks; Mobile
Computing)
Key features
The course is taught in a specialist data
communications lab with access to the latest
networking and security equipment from
vendors such as Cisco, Microsoft and Clavister.
Current and emerging technology will also be
demonstrated by representatives from industry.
You will have the option to work in one of our
state-of-the-art research labs, called WMN
(Wireless Multimedia and Networking). WMN is
involved in EU and UK research collaborations
and offers opportunities for advanced research
and short-term research fellowships on
completion of your MSc degree.
Computer network and information security is of increasing importance
new legislation, technologies, vulnerabilities and threats necessitate frequent
system updates. This course aims to equip you with technical knowledge of
current and emerging technologies and an understanding of the underlying
theory of cryptography, networking and network security technologies. You
will learn to assess, plan, design and develop secure and reliable networks
and systems. You can combine this course with management studies.
Entry requirements
discipline, and/or suitable industrial experience. See
the course webpage for more information and page 54
for language requirements.
Find out more
T: +44 (0)20 8417 4546
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Networking & Data Communications /
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgnetdatacomm
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgnetdatacommmgt
Using the latest methods and conforming to
current network design standards, you will
develop a disciplined engineering approach to,
and sound practical skills in, the specication,
design, modelling and implementation of software
and hardware. You will gain specialist knowledge
of digital communications principles, multimedia
communications principles, wireless networks,
security issues and other advanced technologies.
You will have access to a dedicated test LAN/
WLAN with a diverse range of platforms and
equipment, including wireless networks and
enterprise scale networking technologies.
The modules studied on the management studies
route will set your technical knowledge in a
management context.
Assessment
dissertation
Examples of modules
Data Communications; Wireless Communications;
Network and Information Security; Business in
Practice (with Management Studies route)
Key features
You will have the opportunity to study for
industry certication, including CISCO, as an
optional extra to the masters programme.
You will have the option to work in one of our
state-of-the-art research labs, called WMN
(Wireless Multimedia and Networking). WMN is
involved in EU and UK research collaborations
and offers opportunities for advanced research
and short-term research fellowships on
completion of your MSc degree.
This course aims to provide the knowledge and skills required to design,
model and effectively operate secure and dependable digital IP-based
networks. It will provide you with the opportunity to gain a sound
understanding of the internet protocol suite that will form the core for
future data networks. The fusion of the internet world and multimedia is
also addressed. You can combine this course with management studies.
Entry requirements
Find out more
T: +44 (0)20 8417 4546
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Software Engineering /
With a pathway in Web
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgsofteng
The course focuses on the cost-effective
development of high-quality software. You will
study state-of-the-art concepts in software
engineering and will focus on the fundamental
concepts and principles of systems analysis,
design, implementation and testing. You will also
have an opportunity to improve your practical
skills so that you can plan and conduct complex
systems development projects to meet customer
needs and integrate software solutions into an
evolving business environment.
Software Engineering (Web) MSc pathway
This pathway enables you to specialise in web
development and gain sought-after skills. You will
study techniques for designing and developing
bespoke products that support business
objectives and add value. You will apply tools and
techniques to design e-business architectures,
and can choose to study user-experience design,
mobile computing or agile development.
With Management Studies
Both courses can be combined with
management studies, which will set your
technical knowledge in a management context
and enable you to work effectively with business
managers to develop systems for business

advantage. An understanding of the business
and management context is a key skill employers
look for, and essential for those aiming to set up
their own business.
Assessment
dissertation
Software Architectures and Programming
Models; Modelling Enterprise Architectures;
Software Quality Engineering; Web Application
and Infrastructure Development; Business in
Practice (with Management Studies route);
Mobile Computing; Agile Project Development;
User Experience Design (Systems)
Key features
The knowledge and skills learnt will enable you to
make an effective contribution as part of a team
building software systems, delivering optimum
results in terms of cost, time and quality.
The dissertation/project can be undertaken in
industry, giving you valuable industrial experience.
Some of the most challenging problems in industry and commerce are
associated with software development. This course will equip computing
professionals with advanced knowledge of the latest methods and tools in
software engineering, as well as practical skills in software development.
You can combine this course with management studies, which will enable
you to develop the skills to successfully lead teams and manage innovation.
Entry requirements
subject, or substantial relevant work experience. See
Find out more
T: +44 (0)20 8417 4546
Creative Industries &
the Creative Economy
From advertising to lm, fashion to ne art, music to publishing, and
communication design to creative writing, the creative industries are
fast outpacing traditional industries both in the UK and the rest of the
world. They contributed 2.9 per cent of the UKs Gross Value Added
(GVA) in 2009, and creative employment is estimated at 1.5million jobs
(source: Department for Culture Media and Sport, 2012).

Turning ideas into innovative processes and products, and
developing them successfully, requires a fusion of creative,
managerial and entrepreneurship skills. The unique characteristic of
the Creative Industries & the Creative Economy programme is that it
comprises a portfolio of 11 specialist courses that combine business/
management and entrepreneurship modules with the opportunity to
gain in-depth knowledge of a specic creative industry.

The courses encourage high levels of creativity, networking and
learning by doing. Students will engage fully in collaborative and
multidisciplinary teamwork, and should also be prepared to respond
to industry-generated projects.
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Product designers Yashar Sadeghi (pictured left)
and Alex Farnea (pictured right), chose Kingstons
Creative Industries & Creative Economy MAs
because they bridge the gap between creativity
and business skills essential for making
their company, nuu (www.nuuonline.co.uk), a
success. Setting up the business was followed
very quickly with the realisation that we lacked
some key skills that would be necessary to run it
effectively, said Yashar.
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The Creative Industries & the
Creative Economy MAs (with 11 pathways)
You can choose from 11 different specialisms, all
of which share the same core modules.
All the routes are structured in three phases, with
each course providing a challenging and active
learning environment. The rst phase is very
practical, working with a multidisciplinary team to
develop your own creative enterprise project. The
second phase enables you to focus on your
chosen creative industry specialism. The nal
phase brings your business and creative modules
together through your personal research project.
Management
Managing in the Creative Economy MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgmanagingcreative
Design industries
Communication Design & the Creative
Economy MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgcommunicationcreative
Design: Product and Space & the Creative
Economy MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgproductspacecreative
Fashion & the Creative Economy MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgfashioncreative
Heritage and the visual arts
Museums and Galleries & the Creative
Economy MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgmuseumscreative
Media
Advertising & the Creative Economy MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgadvertisingcreative
Creative Writing & the Creative Economy MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgcreativewritingcreative
Film Making & the Creative Economy MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pglmmakingcreative
Journalism & the Creative Economy MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgjournalismcreative
Publishing & the Creative Economy MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgpublishingcreative
Performing arts
Music & the Creative Economy MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgmusiccreative
Whether you have a few years experience as a creative or are relatively
new to the creative industries, whether you are working for a creative
organisation and/or are planning to set up your own venture, these MAs
will help you develop your entrepreneurial, management and networking
skills to a level where you can connect creativity and business in a
successful and meaningful way.
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Assessment
Essays, case studies, reports, presentations,
personal research project (approx. 15,000 words)
Examples of modules
Core modules (all pathways): Conducting
Collaborative Creativity; Designing a Business;
Mapping the Creative Economy; Re-Imaging
Leadership; Personal Research Project
Pathway-specifc modules: please see the course
webpage of the pathway you are interested in for
a list of the available modules.
Key features
Creativity and the management of creativity:
this programme is about acquiring different
perspectives and will encourage lateral thinking
while looking at the nature of creativity (and
innovation) and the ways to effectively manage
creative teams.
Multidisciplinarity: a signifcant feature of the
programme will be the diverse nature of the
student intake, mixing individuals from different
creative disciplines and with varied backgrounds.
Experiential: together with your team, you will
set up a real business that will develop a new
product/service, and take it to the market.
Networking: the course will encourage
networking through market-focused projects
that demand the development of industry
contacts and career-enhancing networks.
The course makes you question what

you do; why you do it; how you do it; should
you be doing it at all. Its like an MOT for the
brain. Id recommend it.
Yashar Sadeghi, product designer and

co-founder of nuu (www.nuuonline.co.uk) with
Alex Farnea, who is also a graduate of our
creative economy programme
Entry requirements
Entry requirements vary between courses. Please visit
the relevant course webpage for full details.
Find out more
Visit www.ourcreativeeconomy.com to nd out more
about our Creative Economy courses, or see the course
webpages for details about each individual pathway.
In the fast-growing digital industries, people with creative and technical
backgrounds work together. However, students from arts and
computing often dont have the opportunity to collaborate on projects
until they meet in the world of work. Our Digital Media Kingston
(DMK) courses aim to address this issue, encouraging collaborative
innovation between students from different backgrounds.

The courses have been designed with input from companies such as
Dreamworks, Sony Computer Entertainment Europe and Samsung
Design Europe.

The courses have a project-based curriculum where teamwork
is encouraged. Both arts- and science-based students will work
together on projects that have been designed to foster collaborative
innovation, utilising the digital media expertise and resources from
across the University.

The industry-focused learning experience enables you to hone
your specialist skills in a professional context. Work placements,
real projects, internships and an industry mentoring scheme mean
that these courses will arm you for entry into the highly competitive
digital media arena.

To nd out more, visit www.digitalmediakingston.com
Digital Media
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Computer Animation MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgcomputeranimation
You will learn clean modelling techniques,
principles of animation, lighting, shading,
texturing, rendering and compositing. You will
create computer animation assets, both alone
and in teams, using industry-standard production
techniques that stimulate a professional
environment of collaboration to deliver a product
on time. You will also undertake projects working
as part of a team comprising students from
different media disciplines previous projects
have included use of braincomputer interface
systems, and computer vision and optical
stereoscopic 3D. In addition, you will learn how
to present yourself to potential employers
through your professional presence and portfolio.
Assessment
Development of a portfolio of computer graphic
work (including 3D assets, textures and
animations), presentations, essays
Examples of modules
Creation and Animation; Perfecting the Look;
Digital Studio Practice; Media Specialist Practice;
Major Project
Key features
These courses have been developed in
consultation with our industry panel, which
includes representatives from Sony Computer
Entertainment Europe, DreamWorks and
Samsung Design Europe. We are also an active
member of TIGA, the games industrys
representative body, and the British Interactive
Media Association (BIMA).
The courses have a project-based curriculum
where collaborative interdisciplinary teamwork
is encouraged.
The industry-focused learning experience
enables you to hone your specialist skills in a
professional context. Work placements, real
projects, internships and an industry mentoring
scheme will also prepare you for entry into the
fast-growing and highly competitive digital
media arena.
This course will enable students with some experience of 3D computer
graphics to develop and enhance their abilities in the skills required by the
computer animation and visual effects industries. You will study professional
digital media practice in a studio environment, working as part of an
interdisciplinary team. Through a student-centred project-based curriculum,
you will work to develop specialist skills such as character animation,
character rigging, effects animation, modelling, texturing and lighting.
Entry requirements
Minimum 2:1 in a relevant subject and/or equivalent
work experience/portfolio. International students must
Find out more
T: +44 (0)20 8417 4546
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Game Development (Programming) MSc /
Game Development (Design) MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pggamesdevelopmentmsc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pggamesdevelopmentma
These courses enable you to study professional digital media practice
in a microstudio environment with a focus on games development. You
can specialise either in the design skills (MA) or programming skills (MSc)
necessary for the feld of games development. Through a student-centred
project-based curriculum, you will work as either as a games designer
(MA) or games programmer (MSc) to develop your specialist skills while
working as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree and a demonstrable
understanding of digital media. International students
Find out more
T: +44 (0)20 8417 4546
Students on both courses will design and create
computer games, alone and in teams, using
industry-standard production management tools
and techniques that stimulate a professional
on time. You will also develop vertical-slice
prototypes using new technologies, such as
computer vision and stereoscopy, and will learn
how to present yourself to potential employers
through your professional presence and portfolio.
Assessment
Vertical slices, prototypes, demos, videos,
presentations, design documents, essays
Examples of modules
Digital Studio Practice (MA and MSc); Media
Specialist Practice (MA and MSc); Game Design
(MA); UXD Content (MA); Real-time Programming
(MSc); 3D Game Programming (MSc); Final
Project (MA and MSc)
Key features
These courses have been developed in
consultation with our industry panel, which
includes representatives from Sony Computer
member of TIGA, the games industrys
representative body, and the British Interactive
Media Association (BIMA).
Designed to utilise the best digital media
expertise and resources from across the
University, these courses will prepare you for
employment in the digital media industry, where
teams of specialists work together to develop
and author innovative digital media projects.
The teaching staff show a real interest in

what you want to do, and help to make your
game as good as it can be. They support
you with talks from the likes of Splash
Damage, Crytek, Colossal Games and Unity.
Its hard to know where else you could nd
the same insight into the industry.
Josh Hancock, Game Development

(Programming) MSc
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User Experience Design MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pguserexperiencedesignmsc
You will design and create digital products and
services, both alone and in teams, using
industry-standard production management
techniques that stimulate a professional
on time. You will also contribute to the
development of prototypes for cutting-edge
technologies such as big screens, tablets,
smartphones, context-aware embedded devices
and multimodal games consoles. You will also
learn how to present yourself to potential
employers through your professional presence
and portfolio. The fnal project provides an
opportunity to work with an industrial host,
research-active academics and/or students from
the other digital media courses to produce a
professional piece of work.
Assessment
Mock-ups, functional prototypes, demos, videos,
presentations, design documents, essays
Examples of modules
Digital Studio Practice; Media Specialist Practice;
User Experience Design (Systems); User
Experience Design (Content)
Key features
This course has been developed in consultation
with our industry panel, which includes
representatives from Sony Computer
member of TIGA, the British Interactive Media
Association (BIMA), and support the User
Experience Professionals Association (UK).
First-class technical facilities include a user
studies laboratory, a Tobii eye tracker, and
Morae usability testing software editing suites,
moving-image studios and 3D workshops.
This course, one of a suite of digital media courses, enables you to study
professional digital media practice in a microstudio environment with a
focus on user experience (UX) design. Through a student-centred project-
based curriculum, you work as a UX designer/UX analyst to develop your
specialist skills while working as part of an interdisciplinary team with
students from across the full programme.
Entry requirements
A good honours degree in a relevant subject.
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Economics, History
and Politics
The School of Economics, History and Politics encompasses a range
of subjects in these popular and established disciplines, providing
an interdisciplinary context to each subjects own special focus for
teaching and research.

Economics courses: pages 115125
History courses: page 126
Politics courses: pages 127135

The School has an active research culture. Staff and students
present their ndings at international conferences and publish them
as books, in academic journals and as commissioned research
reports. Our research interests also inform our teaching, with staff
publications featuring in the study materials for each course.

In addition to our extensive range of taught courses, we welcome
applications to register as a supervised postgraduate research student.

We care about our students achievements and are proud of the
many examples of personal success among our past students.
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Applied Econometrics MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgappliedeconometrics
You will study core econometric concepts and
methods alongside modules that focus on
different application contexts, such as time-
series analysis, microeconometrics, nancial
econometrics, macroeconometric modelling and
business forecasting. You will also develop your
computing and communication skills. You will
then write a dissertation to show evidence of
your knowledge, skills and abilities to undertake
complex, self-managed tasks with tight deadlines.
Assessment
To include: essays, small research reports, practical
exercises, formal examinations, nal dissertation
Examples of modules
Econometrics; Econometrics Dissertation;
Macroeconomic Modelling and Forecasting; Time
Series and Financial Forecasting Methods; Topics
in Applied Econometrics
(See the course webpage for module descriptions.)
Key features
The workshops will enable you to put the
techniques you have learned into practice.
You can either use your professional
circumstances as research material for your
dissertation in collaboration with your employer,
or you can use the dissertation to demonstrate
your professional development to future
employers.
The taught modules aim to prepare you for the
job market. Alongside your academic studies,
you will gain skills in problem-solving and
organisation; data collation, review and
synopsis; communication (oral, written and
electronic); time management; computing; and
co-operation and teamwork.
You will have the opportunity to attend a range
of workshops, conferences and presentations
by guest speakers.
This course is ideal if you would like to pursue a career in which the
application of econometric methods plays a major role, such as market
research, evidence-based planning and policy advice, or nancial
modelling and forecasting, or if you would like to enter a PhD programme.
It focuses on the application potential of a broad range of econometric
techniques and the effective communication of empirical results, rather
than the statistical theory upon which econometric methods depend.
Entry requirements
Degree (2:2 or above), or equivalent, in economics or
where quantitative methods/economics studied to an
appropriate standard. International students must have
an IELTS score of 6.5 overall. See webpage for details.
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Business & Economic Forecasting MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgbuseconfore
You will develop the theoretical and practical
skills of modelling and forecasting, and will
apply them in quantitative analyses that support
planning and forecasting. You will study various
advanced econometric and time-series models
applicable for modelling and forecasting in policy
analyses, business environments and nancial
markets. You will also learn how to evaluate the
strengths and weaknesses of forecasts, and
how to write professional forecasting reports.
Workshops enable you to put the techniques you
have learnt into practice. Your dissertation gives
you the chance to study an area of interest in
depth and gain valuable research skills.
Assessment
Examinations, reports, construction and use of a
statistical model, 10,000-word dissertation
Examples of modules
Business Forecasting; Econometrics; Forecasting
Dissertation; Macroeconomic Modelling
and Forecasting; Time Series and Financial
Forecasting Methods
Key features
This course is ideal if you are keen to advance
your career as an economic/business modeller
or forecaster, or are working in an area that
would benet from training in modelling or
forecasting methods. The modelling techniques
have also proved useful if you intend to embark
on a PhD programme.
You can collaborate with your employers to use
your professional circumstances as research
material for your dissertation. Alternatively, you
can use it to demonstrate your professional
development to future employers.
A range of workshops, conferences and
presentations by visiting speakers are
frequently organised.
The success of an industrys business or economic policy depends upon
the ability of managers to foresee and prepare for the future. This course
provides extensive training in forecasting and modelling techniques, with a
wide range of applications in business, nance and the national economy.
The MBEF offered a wide-ranging

foundation in addition to technical mastery
of theory and quantitative methods not easily
found at other universities.
Luisa Fernandez, Business and Economic

Forecasting (MBEF) MSc graduate
Entry requirements
Degree (2:2 or above), or equivalent, in economics or
where quantitative methods/economics is studied to an
appropriate standard. International students must have
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Development & Globalisation MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgdevelopmentglobalisation
You will pursue intensive study of the
contemporary globalised and nancialised
economy and its relationship with economic
development. You will also study the core
aspects of macro- and microeconomic theory,
applied econometrics and economic policy at an
advanced level. Comprehension and evaluation
of economic models will form an important part
of your study, how to use them and apply
economic analysis to formulating, implementing
and criticising policy. You will work individually
with a member of staff to choose a topic for your
dissertation, research this topic and write up your
conclusions.
Assessment
Class tests, essays, examinations, graded
exercises, practical coursework, presentations,
take-home tests, dissertation, literature review,
economic reports
Examples of modules
Applied Econometrics and Economic Policy;
Development and International Economics;
Financialisation, Globalisation and Economic
Policy; Macro- and Microeconomic Theory;
Economics Dissertation
Key features
This MA is one of a suite of masters degrees in
economics at Kingston University that focuses
on giving you the ability and condence to
analyse and offer solutions to real-world
problems.
This programme aims to provide you with a
precise and professional knowledge of issues
that are the focus of current controversy and
public concern. It is good preparation for work
with agencies such as the United Nations and
the International Labor Organization, as well as
NGOs concerned with these issues.
Lectures are supplemented by seminars, giving
opportunity for regular feedback and discussion.
The Universitys Economics Department is
actively engaged in research and publication on
topics of globalisation and economic
development, and you will benet from regular
staff seminars and workshops.
This MA explores the emergence of the modern nancialised and
globalised economy and its relationship with economic development. It
examines the post-Bretton-Woods international nancial regime and its
inuence on economic growth in developing countries. The effects of
globalisation on international labour markets and the role of human resource
and educational development are also discussed, along with their inuence
upon the labour processes in developing and developed economies.
Entry requirements
Second-class degree or above, or equivalent, in an
appropriate subject where quantitative methods has
been studied. International students must have an
IELTS score of 6.5 overall. See webpage for full details.
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Development & International Economics MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgdevinteconomics
Alongside a study of the core aspects of
macro- and microeconomic theory, applied
econometrics and economic policy, you will
gain an in-depth knowledge of the theory and
contemporary issues surrounding international
trade and the problems that developing countries
confront in dealing with the international
economic environment, including topics such
as trade and development, the effect of foreign
direct investment (FDI) on development, and
the signicance of technology transfer. Your
dissertation is the culmination of the degree, in
which you will have the opportunity to carry out
in-depth research into a contemporary issue
dealing with developing countries, international
trade and FDI, working with a member of the
Economics Department who specialises in, and
pursues research in, this area.
Assessment
economic reports
Examples of modules
Development and International Economics;
Economic Change and Ideas; Macro- and
Microeconomic Theory; Economics Dissertation
Key features
This MA is good preparation for work with
a range of public and private institutions,
including national and international government
agencies and non-governmental organisations,
and commercial organisations in sectors
ranging from the City of London to trading and
manufacturing businesses of all sizes.
All lectures are supplemented by seminars,
providing an opportunity for regular feedback
and discussion.
Guest speakers, conferences and workshops
provide an extra dimension to your studies.
This MA focuses on the problems of economic development and the
changing context of development under the inuence of economic
globalisation. It will also provide a thorough grounding in macroeconomic
and microeconomic analysis, applied econometrics, a range of
approaches for dealing with economic policy issues, and the long-term
historical and conceptual context of the contemporary issues and debates
taking place in economics.
Entry requirements
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Economic Policy MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgeconomicpolicy
You will acquire a precise and professional
knowledge of the procedures used to analyse
current issues in economic policy through the
study of macro- and microeconomic theory and
applied econometrics and economic policy. You
will also explore the economic history of
capitalism and the history of economic ideas,
placing the issues surrounding the evaluation of
economic policy in a historical and intellectual
context. In addition, you will pursue intensive
study of the contemporary globalised and
nancialised economy and its relationship with
economic development. Finally, you will carry out
high-level research into an applied economic
policy topic for your dissertation.
Assessment
economic reports
Examples of modules
Economic Change and Ideas; Financialisation,
Globalisation and Economic Policy; Macro- and
Microeconomic Theory; Economics Dissertation
Key features
This course will provide you with high-level
expertise relevant to organisations including
governmental regulatory agencies in the
domestic economy (eg HM Treasury),
think-tanks and international agencies dealing
with globalisation issues.
Lectures are supplemented by seminars,
and discussion.
This MA covers scal and monetary policy as well as labour market
and wage policy, nancial regulation and macroprudential policy. It will
develop your capacity to carry out research on the implementation
and effectiveness of economic policy in a contemporary global and
nancial context, enabling you to contribute to debates on austerity
versus active demand management, and efciency versus equity in the
regulation of markets.
Entry requirements
IELTS score of 6.5 overall. See webpage for details.
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Economics (Political Economy) MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgeconomicspolitical
Alongside a study of macro- and microeconomic
theory, applied economics, economic policy
and the history of capitalism and economic
ideas, you will explore the rigorous development
of present-day competing political economy
paradigms. These paradigms will be compared
with respect to their analyses of the production
process and income distribution, the labour
market and unemployment, effective demand and
economic growth and the nancial sector. Models
that integrate theories of effective demand and
class conict will be discussed, including issues
of demand formation, unemployment, capital
accumulation and income distribution. Finally,
you will write a dissertation in economics from a
political economy perspective, taking into account
the relevant considerations from the disciplines of
economics as well as political economy.
Assessment
economic reports
Examples of modules
Economic Change and Ideas; Macro- and
Microeconomic Theory; Political Economy:
Effective Demand, Exploitation and Crisis;
Key features
This course will prepare you for a career as
an economist with UK governmental and
international regulatory agencies, as well as
non-governmental organisations engaged in
economics research.
and discussion.
political economy topics through the Political
Economy Research Group, with regular staff
seminars and workshops. Find out more at
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This MA offers the opportunity to pursue economic analysis using both
standard and heterodox approaches, and covers neo-classical as well
as Keynesian and Marxist theories. Topics studied include selsh versus
social foundations of human behaviour, the reasons for and effects of
changes in income distribution, and efciency versus instability in the
working of nancial markets. It will prepare you for work in a governmental
agency, private-sector rm or international organisation that deals with
issues in which economics is questioned, such as the OECD.
Entry requirements
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Financial Economics MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgnancialeconomics
You will acquire advanced knowledge of both
the microeconomic aspects and the broader
macroeconomic issues surrounding nancial
innovation and systemic instability. You will
also gain a thorough grounding in applied
econometrics, a range of approaches for
dealing with economic policy issues, and the
long-term historical and conceptual context of
the contemporary issues and debates. You will
master the core range of economic analysis,
key analytical skills and empirical background
necessary to pursue advanced-level research
into a contemporary issue concerning a
microeconomic or macroeconomic aspect of
nancial economics, working on your dissertation
with a member of the Economics Department
who specialises in and is research active in the
eld of nance.
Assessment
economic reports
Examples of modules
Economic Change and Ideas; Financial
Economics; Macro- and Microeconomic Theory;
Key features
This course will provide you with expertise in an
applied area of nancial economics, which is
highly valued for employment in banks,
insurance companies and other nancial sector
institutions; for rms dealing with the reporting
and evaluation of nancial information; and
domestic and international regulatory agencies
focusing on the nancial sector.
and discussion.
nancial topics, and you will benet from
regular staff seminars and workshops.
This MA will enable you to master the tools used for the nancing
of individual companies derivatives, investment appraisal and risk
management and provides an in-depth study of nancial issues affecting
the broader economic environment, such as crises and bubbles in the
international economy and nancial innovation. It offers an opportunity to
develop the key analytical skills necessary for carrying out research on
contemporary issues in nancial economics.
Entry requirements
A good undergraduate qualication in an appropriate
subject; relevant PgDip; and/or relevant professional
experience. International students must have an IELTS
score of 6.5 overall. See course webpage for full details.
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International Politics & Economics MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pginternationalpoliticseconomics
You will gain a thorough grounding in the main
issues and theories that shape relations in the
international economic system. You will also
take modules outlining the main institutions
and factors that inuence global economic and
political governance. At the same time, signicant
attention is given to your career development
skills. There is a heavy emphasis on developing
strong research and analytical writing skills, and
your dissertation will allow you to develop an area
of particular interest in greater depth.
Assessment
Coursework assignments, including essays and
reports
Examples of modules
International Political Economy: Capitalism,
Imperialism and the State; Research Skills
and Dissertation/Project Proposal; Four option
modules (eg: Economic Change and Ideas;
Environmental Politics: Movements and Ideas;
Financialisation, Globalisation and Economic
Policy; From State to Global Politics; Political
Economy: Effective Demand, Exploitation and
Crisis; Terrorism, Political Violence and Human
Rights; The Theory and Practice of International
Relations; Politics Dissertation or Economics
Dissertation)
Key features
This course aims to develop the professional
skills that many employers seek when hiring
political and economic analysts.
Alongside your academic studies, you will gain
skills in problem-solving and organisation; data
collation, review and synopsis; communication
(oral, written and electronic); time management;
computing; and co-operation and teamwork.
Your dissertation will allow you to develop an
area of particular interest in greater depth.
This course focuses on the key theories of global economics and
international relations, and aims to develop the professional skills that
many employers expect when hiring political and economic analysts. It will
enable you to develop an advanced understanding of the close interaction
between economics and politics on the world stage.
Entry requirements
An upper second-class honours degree in one of the
respective disciplines, or its equivalent. International
students must have an IELTS score of 6.5 overall. See
the course webpage for full details.
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Philosophy & Political Economy MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgppe
You will be introduced to the Frankfurt School and
French anti-humanist conceptions of critical
theory, beginning with reference to Kants critical
conception of philosophy on the one hand and
Marxs critique of philosophy on the other, and
then focusing on competing interpretations of the
concepts of critique and enlightenment in Lukcs,
Horkheimer and Adorno, Althusser, Foucault and
other, more-recent thinkers. You will cover key
topics in current debates in political economy,
with a discussion of models in the contemporary
academic literature in post-Keynesian and
Marxian theory, including issues of demand
formation, unemployment, capital accumulation
and income distribution. You will also examine the
evolution of the global economic system and how
it now operates, with special reference to
developing countries. The dissertation reinforces
the interdisciplinary nature of the degree, and will
span and integrate the literatures associated with
at least two of the three disciplines.
Assessment
Essays, presentations, exams, reports, dissertation
Examples of modules
Critique, Practice, Power; International Political
Economy: Capitalism, Imperialism and the State;
Political Economy: Effective Demand, Exploitation
and Crisis; PPE Dissertation; Option module (eg:
German Critical Theory; Marx and his Legacy;
Recent Italian Philosophy; Topics in Modern
European Philosophy)
Key features
In a context marked by dramatic economic
crisis, political uncertainty and philosophical
disorientation, this course responds to a
growing need for a critical, informed re-
articulation of these respective disciplines.
The course will prepare you for a career that
involves decision-making responsibilities and
calls for cognitive exibility, critical thinking and
the ability to view a problem from a range of
perspectives. It is also ideal if you would like to
undertake further academic work, including
doctoral study in elds demanding broad
knowledge and an interdisciplinary background.
Extracurricular interdisciplinary workshops play
an important role in integrating the different
disciplines, and will discuss issues such as
exploitation, freedom and commodication
from one disciplinary viewpoint.
This signicant and distinctive interdisciplinary course deals with the
great issues of the day: economic and social inequality, the nature of
work and exploitation in the contemporary world, ecological issues, the
legacy of imperialism, international conict and trade. It builds upon the
Universitys established programmes in the disciplines of philosophy,
politics and economics, and integrates them into a co-ordinated and
multifaceted programme.
Entry requirements
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Political Economy MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgpoliticaleconomy
You will acquire a rigorous and broad-based
understanding of the discipline of political
economy, as well as an ability to carry out
research in this eld. The course provides a
comprehensive review of macroeconomics from
a theoretical and policy perspective, and of
capitalism from its emergence to contemporary
globalisation, as well as the parallel developments
in political economy. You will explore present-day
competing political economy paradigms, and
pursue an advanced analysis of the processes of
globalisation and nancialisation of contemporary
capitalism, using it as a basis for discussion of
economic policy. Your dissertation will focus on
an applied economic policy topic you will work
individually with a member of staff to choose a
topic for your dissertation, research this topic and
write up your conclusions.
Assessment
economic reports
Examples of modules
Economic Change and Ideas; Financialisation,
Globalisation and Economic Policy;
Macroeconomic Theory and Policy; Political
Economy: Effective Demand, Exploitation and
Crisis; Economics Dissertation
Key features
The course is excellent preparation for a range
of employment possibilities in government
agencies, think-tanks, research institutes or in
international agencies such as the International
Labor Organization.
and discussion.
actively engaged in research and publication
on nancial topics, and you will benet from
regular staff seminars and workshops. Find out
more at www.kingston.ac.uk/perg
This MA highlights issues of effective demand, social conict and nancial
instability as features of modern capitalism. It covers neo-classical, post-
Keynesian and Marxist theories and applies them to contemporary issues
of austerity policy, neoliberalism, nancialisation and globalisation. The
course aims to provide a precise and professional knowledge of the
procedures used to analyse current issues in political economy.
Entry requirements
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Political Economy, Macroeconomics
& Finance MSc
epog.eu
You choose one of three streams, which also
determines where you will study: Option A
Knowledge and innovation policies (Turin); Option
B International macroeconomics and nancial
policies (Kingston); or Option C Development
policies (Berlin). You will spend semester 1 and 2
at your base university, and semester 3 in Paris.
In semester 4, you can choose to write your
dissertation at any of the eight universities (see the
website for the full list). You will gain in-depth skills
to deal with different economic areas that generally
require specialised training. The programme
includes multidisciplinary contributions (law,
sociology, geography and history, etc), all of which
are necessary for prociency in economic policies
in the context of current changes in the global
economy. On successful completion of the
course, you will be awarded a double masters
degree from the University of Paris 13 and from
the university you attended in the rst year.
The MSc Political Economy, Macroeconomics &
Finance is intended only for students within the
EPOG. You must apply via the epog.eu website.
If you are interested in this degree, but have not
been accepted to EPOG, you are encouraged to
consider Kingston Universitys MA Economic
Policy or the MA Political Economy.
Assessment
economic reports
Examples of modules
Macroeconomic Theory & Policy; Political
Economy: Effective Demand, Exploitation &
Crisis; Financialisation, Globalisation & Economic
Policy; International Political Economy
Key features
Erasmus Mundus scholarships are available for
this course. Please see epog.eu for more
information.
The main instruction languages will be English
and French. However, it is possible to study in
English only.
You will beneft from the networks and job
opportunities of all partners masters courses
that form the EPOG programme.
Part of the joint masters Economic Policies in the age of Globalisation (EPOG):
Knowledge, Finance and Development, which is delivered in partnership with
seven other universities worldwide, this MSc has been developed to create
international experts who can dene and assess economic policies and
evolve within different political, social and regional contexts. It aims to provide
expertise in a specic eld of economic policy, and a global perspective on
interdependencies and interactions between economic policies.
Entry requirements
A second class degree or above or equivalent (180
ECTS) in economics or political science and law (with a
minimum of 24 ECTS, or equivalent, in economics and 6
ECTS in statistics or econometrics); plus motivation for
the eld and for international studies. International
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History MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pghistory
You will be introduced to key debates about the
theory and practice of different types of history.
You will also be provided with a broad outline
of a variety of research methods, and will gain
the documentary and archival skills necessary
to pursue a research topic of your choice. You
will be taught in small groups by an expert
historian in your particular topic of interest. You
will be encouraged to focus on a specic area of
research early in the course and will be allocated
a subject supervisor who will work with you on
your dissertation. Module assignments can be
tailored to t your research interests.
You may choose one of the following approaches:
Pursue your topic thematically through The
Eighteenth Century and Modern Britain and
Europe modules before your dissertation.
Combine the study of your chosen research topic
in one of the above modules with the Presenting
Public History module to discover how to
communicate your research to a wider public
audience. This option enables you to vary the
format in which your dissertation is submitted.
Assessment
Essays, written assignments, presentations,
dissertation
Examples of modules
Doing History: Theory Methods and Practice;
History Dissertation; Option modules (eg: Modern
Britain and Europe: Wars, Nations and Cultures;
Presenting Public History: Policy, Heritage,
Museums and the Media; The Eighteenth
Century: Revolution, Empire and Society)
Key features
This MA will enable you to pursue studies
leading to a research degree, an academic
career or to wider employment opportunities in
the media, heritage and publishing industries.
Rich in local and nationally important heritage,
Kingston has the added advantage of proximity
to London and its historical centres, museums
and resources, including the National Archives
at Kew and the British Library, and from access
to cultural and policy-making gures working in
the capital. There will be opportunities for work
placements within Londons research archives,
institutes and museums.
You will have full access to our Centre for the
Historical Record, which promotes collaborative
research, knowledge exchange and discussion
between historians, archivists, curators, heritage
providers and the public. It organises seminars
and conferences and advises on digitisation
projects. See www.kingston.ac.uk/historicalrecord
This MA offers a unique opportunity to combine academic study of
the past with a practical focus on public history. Taught by specialist,
research-active staff who are leaders in their elds, it will equip you with an
understanding of cutting-edge research and debates within the discipline of
history as a whole, while providing training in historical skills, such as using
archives and exploring history through ICT. The course also includes work
placements in and visits to research archives, museums and heritage sites.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree, or equivalent, in history or a
related subject. International students must have an
IELTS score of 6.5 overall. See the course webpage for
full details.
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Environmental Politics MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgenvironpolitics
You will approach environmental politics through
an in-depth study of environmental movements
and ideas at an international level, and will further
your understanding of state and global politics.
You will also develop your research skills. Your
choice of option modules will enable you to
pursue specic areas of interest eg human
rights issues, aspects of international political
economy, politics of conict, environmental
issues such as climate change, or regional
political studies before applying your skills in a
piece of original research or a practical project.
Assessment
Essays, reports, class presentations
Examples of modules
From State to Global Politics; Research Skills and
Dissertation or Project Proposal; Dissertation or
Practical Project; Option modules (see the course
webpage for the extensive list)
Key features
This course is ideal if you have an interest
in current affairs and environmental issues.
It can help you start or promote a career in
intergovernmental bodies or NGOs, and in
areas such as communication or journalism.
It also provides an excellent foundation
for MPhil/PhD-level study in elds such as
international relations, politics, policy-making
and development studies.
You will learn from the experiences of visiting
speakers, including leading gures from politics,
the media and international organisations.
Our Sustainability Hub and our Centre for
Sustainable Communities (C-SCAIPE) also
organise activities and seminars that will be of
interest.
This course will deepen your knowledge of environmental politics, placing
it within wider social and economic frameworks. It looks at ideas that have
inuenced environmental politics and movements in the West and in post-
colonial contexts; at strategies and tactics of resistance; at the communicative
dimensions of such politics; and at their relationship with mainstream
politics. Practical components highlight how organisations might analyse
environmental issues. Option modules enable you to study areas of interest.
Entry requirements
appropriate area. International students must have an
IELTS score of 6.5 overall. See the course webpage
for full details.
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Human Rights MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pghumanrights
You will look at the many actors and activities
involved in the protection of human rights.
Explorations of who these actors are
(campaigning movements, pressure groups,
nation states, international and transnational
organisations) and what their contributions can be
to the development and securing of human rights
are integral to your study. You will analyse current
international situations and relations between
states and non-state actors where conicts
resulted in considerable violations of rights,
and consider the strengths and weaknesses of
international human rights mechanisms. You will
investigate the challenges and demands that arise
from the continual and growing movements of
peoples, refugees, asylum seekers and migrants
as they ee conicts and disasters, seeking the
realisation of their fundamental rights.
Assessment
Essays, reports, project work, presentations,
dissertation
Examples of modules
Applied Research and Work Placement; Applied
Research Project/Dissertation; Human Rights:
Architectures, Actors, Activism; Strategies for
Achieving Human Rights; Option module (eg:

Conict Theory and Resolution; Contemporary
Issues and Case Studies in Security and Conict;
Cybercrime: Context, Form, Risk and Regulation;
Freedom, Censorship and Subversion; From Mass
Media to New Media: Theories, Approaches,
Applications; From State to Global Politics;
Genocide and Crimes Against Humanity;
Globalisation in an Age of US Hegemony;
Inuencing Crime and Justice; International
Political Economy; Media and Cinema in a Global
Context; Nationalism and Modernity; Political
Communication, Advocacy and Campaigning;
Starry-Eyed and Laughing: Music, Film and Politics;
Terrorism, Political Violence and Human Rights; The
Theory and Practice of International Relations)
Key features
You can do a placement in a human rights
organisation as part of the course, increasing
your employability in the eld.
You will be given exceptional teaching by
enthusiastic human rights specialists (both
academics and practitioners), as well as essential
practical skills, including advanced research
training, campaign design and impact evaluation
Our year-long (30-credit) modules provide
increased contact time with academic staff.
This course examines the human rights actors, activities and mechanisms
used to dene and protect human rights a key concept underlying the
course is the role of practitioners/activists in the eld of human rights. It
deals with political developments in the UK, in Europe and internationally,
and explores the extent to which human rights are enshrined in and
supported by deeper politics and culture, and by institutions, structures,
movements and values.
Entry requirements
Second-class degree or above, or equivalent, and/or
relevant non-certied learning or work experience.
Find out more
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Human Rights & Genocide Studies
MA (Joint European Masters)
www.kingston.ac.uk/pggenocidestudies
Anchored in values that challenge the destructive
thinking behind genocide and the violation of
human rights, this course addresses key issues,
including the denition of genocide, case studies
in genocide and mass violence, humanitarian
intervention, human rights protection, responses
to mass atrocities, peacekeeping and
reconciliation, and genocide prevention. You
will learn how to work effectively with a range of
organisations; identify early-warning signs of the
possibility of genocide; and contribute effectively
to efforts to prevent genocide and to encourage
conict resolution. The substantial internship
and dissertation element of the course enables
you to engage in advanced study and connect
theoretical knowledge with practical experience.
*Please note: while it is expected that the programme will be
available at all partner institutions, delivery in Siena and Warsaw in
semester 2 is dependent on achieving a minimum enrolment.
Assessment
Essays, exams, briengs, project reports,
internship, dissertation
Examples of modules
Dissertation Human Rights and Genocide;
Internship (in a human rights organisation);
Research Skills and Methods in Social
Sciences; Option modules (Kingston: Studying
and Researching Genocide and Crimes
Against Humanity; Human Rights Actors and
Activities. Siena: Crimes of War and Genocide;
Humanitarian Intervention and its Context;
Peacekeeping and Conict Resolution; The
Universality of Human Rights. Collegium Civitas:
Holocaust and Genocide; Holocaust Memory
and Impact; Human Rights Organisations;
International Negotiations and Responsibility to
Protect; Legal Problems of Human Rights)
Key features
This innovative Joint European Masters is the
rst of its kind in Europe.
You will take modules in two universities
during an 18-month (three semesters) study
programme. In the third semester, you will
undertake a placement in a human rights
agency as part of the course, giving you
valuable practical experience.
Teaching staff are human rights practitioners
and/or research active.
This course is designed for graduates interested in a career in human
rights and genocide prevention, and to enhance the qualications of those
working in the eld. It is a European masters in which students study
modules in at least two universities Kingston University (England), Siena
University (Italy)*, and Collegium Civitas in Warsaw (Poland)*. It may also
be possible to study at another university closely associated with the
programme Europa-Universitt Viadrina or Frankfurt (Oder) in Germany.
Entry requirements
Second-class degree or above, or equivalent, and/
or relevant non-certied learning or work experience.
Find out more
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International Conict MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgintconict
You will look at the theory and history behind
international conict at all levels of interaction,
from the interpersonal to the international. You
will also examine how conict manifests itself
in the contemporary international system, and
the techniques available to manage and resolve
violent disputes. In addition, you will explore key
questions, such as the role of religion and gender
in conict, weapons proliferation, the function
of outside actors, and the effects of conict on
civilians. You will apply your skills in a piece of
original research of 12,000 to 15,000 words,
or you may want to pursue an applied research
project based on your work placement.
Assessment
Seminar presentations, essays, dissertation/
applied research project
Examples of modules
Conict Theory and Resolution; Contemporary
Issues and Case Studies in Security and Conict;
Dissertation/Applied Research Project; Research
Skills and Dissertation/Project Proposal; Option
module (eg: Advanced Area Studies; Cybercrime:
Context, Form, Risk, and Regulation;
Freedom, Censorship and Subversion; From Mass
Media to New Media: Theories, Approaches,

Applications; From State to Global Politics;
Genocide and Crimes Against Humanity;
Globalisation in an Age of US Hegemony; Human
Rights: Architectures, Actors, Activism;
Inuencing Crime and Justice Policy; International
Political Economy; Media and Cinema in a Global
Context; Nationalism and Modernity; Political
Starry-Eyed and Laughing: Music, Film and
Politics; Strategies for Achieving Human Rights;
Terrorism, Political Violence and Human Rights;
The Theory and Practice of International Relations)
Key features
Case studies, backed up by theoretical and
historical foundations, bridge the gap between
traditional international relations courses the
rationale of which is based on institutional and/or
statist approaches and those that specialise in
conict management and resolution.
Kingston University is one of the leading centres
of expertise on conict, conict dynamics and
processes of conict management and resolution.
You will be taught by acclaimed academics and
experts, including presentations by leading
political gures, the media and international
organisations. Our year-long (30-credit)
modules provide increased contact time with
academic staff.
This unique course covers the theory and history of international conict
and of intra- and inter-state disputes in the contemporary international
system, and draws on subjects such as international relations, politics,
economics, sociology and history. It will enable you to examine and
analyse the issues and dynamics that shape and inuence conict in the
modern world, as well as explore the tools to manage and resolve it.
Entry requirements
Find out more
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International Relations MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgintrelations
You will explore the development of international
relations and the key ideas that have shaped
our understanding of the modern system. You
will learn about actors and institutions such as
the United Nations, the United States and the
European Union, and you will study theoretical
and policy debates concerning globalisation
and underdevelopment. You will investigate a
countrys nancial ows, trade and investment,
and will have the opportunity to take an in-depth
look at issues of human rights and international
conict. Your dissertation will enable you to study
an area of interest in depth. Alternatively, you can
pursue an applied research project based on
your work placement.
Assessment
Seminar presentation, essay or equivalent study,
dissertation/applied research project
Examples of modules
Dissertation/Applied Research Project; Research
Skills and Dissertation/Project Proposal; The
Theory and Practice of International Relations;
Two option modules (eg: Advanced Area Studies;
Applied Research and Work Placement; Conict
Theory and Resolution; Contemporary Issues
and Case Studies in Security and Conict;

Cybercrime: Context, Form, Risk, and
Regulation; Environmental Politics: Movements
and Ideas; Freedom, Censorship and
Subversion; From Mass Media to New Media:
Theories, Approaches, Applications; From State
to Global Politics; Genocide and Crimes Against
Humanity; Globalisation in an Age of US
Hegemony; Human Rights: Architectures, Actors,
Activism; Inuencing Crime and Justice Policy;
International Political Economy; Media and
Cinema in a Global Context; Nationalism and
Modernity; Political Communication, Advocacy
and Campaigning; Starry-Eyed and Laughing:
Music, Film and Politics; Strategies for Achieving
Human Rights; Terrorism, Political Violence and
Human Rights)
Key features
The course draws extensively on the highly
acclaimed academics and experts on human
rights and international conict teaching from
within the University. Our year-long (30-credit)
modules provide increased contact time with
academic staff.
The wide choice of option modules enables
you to tailor the course to your interests.
This course aims to provide an understanding of the forces of global
politics and develop the skills needed to actively engage in the academic
and professional discussions that are shaping the contemporary
international agenda. With a particular focus on human rights and
international conict, it strikes a careful balance between the theoretical
and practical elements of the study of international relations.
Entry requirements
appropriate subject. International students must have
for full details.
Find out more
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Nationalism MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgnation
You will look at conceptual and theoretical
issues in the study of nationalism. You will be
introduced to political science, and will have
an opportunity to look into other specialisms,
including international relations, human rights,
terrorism and conict. You will also develop your
specialism in a broader context of political science
in the globalising world and with a variety of case
studies. You will develop your research skills and
build on what you have learnt, applying your skills
in a piece of original research of 12,000 to 15,000
words. Alternatively, you can pursue an applied
research project based on your work placement.
Assessment
Essays, reports, class presentations, dissertation
or applied research project
Examples of modules
Dissertation/Applied Research project; From
State to Global Politics;Nationalism and
Modernity; Research Skills and Dissertation/
Project Proposal; Option module (eg: Advanced
Area Studies; Conict Theory and Resolution;
Contemporary Issues and Case Studies in
Security and Conict; Genocide and Crimes
Against Humanity; Globalisation in an Age of US
Hegemony; Human Rights: Architectures, Actors
and Activism; International Political Economy;
Political Communication, Advocacy and
Campaigning; Starry-Eyed and Laughing: Music,
Film and Politics; Strategies for Achieving
Human Rights; The Theory and Practice of
International Relations)
Key features
The course draws from other MSc programmes
to provide an enhanced interdisciplinary context,
in which you are encouraged to achieve an
integrated understanding of political worlds.
An emphasis on the theoretical side of the
study of nationalism encourages an application
to real-life issues, such as genocide and ethnic
cleansing, political violence, citizenship, human
rights and the use of media in politics.
This course will enable you to specialise in an increasingly important and
policy-relevant area of political science in an interdisciplinary context. It
provides an enhanced level of theoretical understanding of nationalism as
one of the major forces that shape the contemporary world, and explores
the roles of nationalism in areas such as international relations, ethnic
conict, promotion of human rights, migration and political communication.
Entry requirements
for full details.
Find out more
T: +44 (0)20 8417 2361
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Political Communication, Advocacy &
Campaigning MSc
International Political Communication,
Advocacy & Campaigning MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgpolcomms
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgintpolcomms
You will gain an overview of the main specialisms
and how they link to each other; eg how political
journalists engage with spin doctors, and how
both are challenged by blogs and online news
sites. You will learn how activists use lobbyists to
press their case with governments, and how they
use PR consultants to develop media strategies.
You will think critically about current issues,
debates and theories, and will attend guest
lectures on the latest developments. You will
also have the opportunity to undertake a work
placement, and will develop your analytical skills
through your dissertation.
Assessment
Seminar presentations, essays and reports,
dissertation
Examples of modules
Applied Research and Work Placement;
Dissertation/Applied Research Project; Political
Core electives (choose one or two from: From
State to Global Politics; Inuencing Crime and
Justice Policy; Strategies for Achieving Human
Rights); Option modules (see the course
webpage for the full list)
Key features
These courses are ideal if you work for a
business, charity or central/local government
and would like to understand how the political
process really works and how you can inuence
its outcomes; or if you are a communications
professional wanting to widen your skills and
knowledge of the political process.
This is a fast-moving feld, and lectures are
designed to link established and emerging
theory to the latest media and political events
covered in a range of news sources.
You can combine this course with International
Relations, International Conict or Human Rights.
These courses examine how politics are communicated, what is
communicated and how the medium used affects these. They cover
conventional and unconventional approaches that have focused on the
presentation of politics and policy, and explore the relationship between
media and the substance of politics, ie public policies. Depending on
which course you choose, you will focus either on the national dimensions
or on the international, transnational and global context.
Entry requirements
Second-class degree or above, or equivalent, and/
or demonstrable enthusiasm for the subjects.
Find out more
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Politics MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgpolitics
You will deepen your knowledge of politics,
placing it within wider social and economic
contexts. You will be introduced to state and
global politics, and will have the opportunity to
pursue a more-specialised direction by choosing
from theories of international relations, political
economy and conict theory and analysis. You will
also develop your research skills. Your choice of
option modules will enable you to pursue areas of
interest in more depth before applying your skills
in a piece of original research of 12,000 to 15,000
words. Alternatively, you can pursue an applied
research project based on your work placement.
Assessment
Essays, reports, class presentations, dissertation
or applied research project
Examples of modules
Dissertation/Applied Research Project; From
State to Global Politics; Research Skills and
Dissertation/Project Proposal; Two option
modules (eg: Advanced Area Studies; Conict
Theory and Resolution; Contemporary Issues and
Case Studies in Security and Conict; Genocide
and Crimes Against Humanity; Globalisation in an
Age of US Hegemony; Human Rights:
Architectures, Actors and Activism; International
Political Economy; Political Communication,
Advocacy and Campaigning; Starry-Eyed and
Laughing: Music, Film and Politics; Strategies for
Achieving Human Rights; The Theory and
Practice of International Relations)
Key features
This course aims to prepare students for a range
of careers in government institutions, public
policy, international governmental and non-
governmental organisations, as well as providing
a thorough foundation for PhD research.
You will beneft from visiting speakers, which
have included leading gures from politics, the
media and international organisations.
This course provides a holistic understanding of political ideas,
phenomena and processes through a comprehensive study of politics,
international relations and human rights combined with an examination of
a range of signicant case studies. The wide range of option modules will
enable you to tailor your studies to your specic areas of interest, such
as politics in the context of international relations, conict and violence,
political economy, or the relationship between politics and human rights.
Entry requirements
for full details.
Find out more
T: +44 (0)20 8417 2361
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Terrorism & Political Violence MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgterrorism
You will examine the moral, ethical and legal
aspects of the use of violence by both state and
non-state groups. You will also focus on politics
of the state in the modern world and the wider
contexts of globalisation within which modern
violence takes place.
A variety of case studies and your choice of
option modules allow you to pursue more-
specialist interests. You will also develop your
research skills and apply them in your own
research project of 15,000 words.
Assessment
Essays, reports, class presentations
Examples of modules
Dissertation/Applied Research Project; From
State to Global Politics; Research Skills and
Dissertation/Project Proposal; Terrorism, Political
Violence and Human Rights; Option module
(eg: Advanced Area Studies; Conict Theory
and Resolution; Contemporary Issues and Case
Studies in Security and Conict; Human Rights:
Architectures, Actors and Activism; Genocide
and Crimes Against Humanity; Globalisation in
an Age of US Hegemony; International Political
Economy; Political Communication, Advocacy
and Campaigning; Starry-Eyed and Laughing:
Music, Film and Politics; Strategies for Achieving
Human Rights; The Theory and Practice of
International Relations)
Key features
The extensive list of option modules enables
you to tailor the course to your own interests.
You will beneft from visiting speakers, which
have included leading gures from politics,
the media and international organisations. In
addition, our experienced teaching staff are all
active researchers.
You will encounter the latest thinking and
research, and receive one-to-one support and
expert supervision for your dissertation project.
This course looks in depth at the concepts and politics surrounding
terrorism, political violence and security in the post-Cold-War era. It will
provide an understanding of the forces of global politics and will develop the
skills needed to engage in academic and professional discussions that are
shaping the contemporary international agenda. With a particular focus on
human rights and international conict, the course strikes a balance between
the theoretical and practical elements of the study of international relations.
Entry requirements
for full details.
Find out more
T: +44 (0)20 8417 2361
Education
Kingston Universitys School of Education is committed to offering
relevant, practical and accessible courses, and is consistently
ranked among the top education departments in the country. Our last
Ofsted inspection recognised Kingston as one of the countrys top
continuing professional development providers; this was reinforced
in a recent report from the Centre for the Use of Research and
Evidence in Education. The Guardian newspaper also consistently
ranks the School as being in the top 10 in the country in its annual
university league tables.

Our courses are designed in collaboration with local authorities,
schools, colleges and a wide range of educational organisations.

We are keen to support the career development and professional
enhancement of all specialists working in education including
non-teaching staff and across all age ranges and provide a highly
professional, responsive environment to ensure success. We offer you
the opportunity to reect on and analyse current policy developments
in education and to lead and develop your own areas of interest.
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Doctor of Education EdD
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgeddoc
During the rst two years, you will study modules
on professional issues, research methods and
design, and issues in teaching and learning. Over
the remaining three years, you will undertake
a research proposal and research project that
will build on the knowledge acquired from the
modules and relate to an area of professional
practice. You will report your project in a thesis of
45,000 words or equivalent.
Assessment
Coursework, assignments, presentations,
research project
Examples of modules
Professionalism in Education; Professionalism
and Professional Practice; Educational Research:
Philosophy and Practice; Design and Method in
Educational Research; Perspectives on Teaching
and Learning; Current Issues in Teaching and
Learning; Research Project; Thesis
Key features
To complete the EdD, you are usually expected
to study for fve to six years part time, but,
where appropriate, you may be permitted to
extend or reduce this time.
The EdD programme is jointly designed and
taught by staff with education-related
specialisms at the partner institutions Kingston
University and Roehampton University. You
enrol with one institution (usually the one with
expertise most closely related to your
anticipated research interests), with access to
appropriate resources at both institutions.
This part-time programme enables education professionals to undertake
a substantial investigation into an area of current professional practice
in education, following contextual modules focused on methods and
philosophies of educational enquiry, professionalism and teaching and
learning. The EdD is offered in collaboration with Roehampton University
and involves attendance at weekend conferences, tutorials and online
learning activities in the preparation of module assignments, which are
focused on professional practice.
Entry requirements
Masters, or equivalent, in education or related eld,
and a professional role in education or training.
Find out more
T: +44 (0)20 8417 2361
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Education (English Language Teaching) MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgedelt
You will be involved in a practical exploration of
second language teaching and acquisition
(grammar, lexis, phonology; discourse and
discourse analysis; lesson planning,
micro-teaching, and the design and evaluation of
materials), as well as world Englishes and
English English, teaching for diversity and equity,
and the teaching of English through literature. An
overarching theme is the increasingly important
role played by educational technologies and the
specic signicance of ICT for teachers and
learners of English. Both core and option modules
enable you to pursue areas of particular interest in
more depth, eg teaching practice and classroom
observation, oracy and the signicance of talk in
the classroom, English teaching in England, or the
social and cultural contexts of ELT. Following the
taught modules, which are delivered over two
teaching blocks, you will have the opportunity to
conduct a small-scale research project focused
on a specic aspect of the programme,
supported by a personal project supervisor.
Assessment
Research project and coursework (including
presentations, micro-teaching, discussion and
interactive peer review)
Examples of modules
Principles of Language Learning for Language
Teaching, Teaching English Language and
Literature; Oracy and English Language
Teaching; Social and Cultural Context of English
Language Teaching; Observation and Classroom
Practice in English Language Teaching;
Educational Technologies for English Language
Learning and Teaching
Key features
You will learn in small, interactive classes and
will be encouraged to share and critique each
others ideas. You will also be encouraged to
visit local settings and access resources in
central London to inform your studies.
Tutors include professionals with recent
experience of English language teaching in
both the maintained school sector and higher
education settings. Many have extensive
experience in practitioner research.
An MA from Kingston Universitys School of
Education will help you progress towards a
career in English language teaching and/or
management in a wide range of contexts and
settings.
This course is intended for future educators, teachers and managers in
all phases of compulsory and post-compulsory education who wish to
develop their understanding of the practice and theory of English language
teaching (ELT) to masters level. It is aimed at both rst-language speakers
of English as well as those for whom English is an alternative language,
whether practising in the UK or overseas. It is particularly directed towards
international candidates wishing to teach English in their home countries,
but also to users and teachers of English in a broad range of professions.
Entry requirements
A second-class degree, or above, or equivalent
relevant experience. International students must have
for full details.
Find out more
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Primary Teaching leading to
Qualied Teacher Status (QTS) PGCE
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgceprimary
You will gain a sound knowledge of the core
subjects of English, mathematics, ICT and
science, together with the opportunity to explore
and develop your understanding of subjects in the
wider curriculum, such as history, modern foreign
languages, art and physical education. You will
also study a chosen specialist subject in further
depth (see the webpage for specialisms) and
develop the essential skills of communication,
planning, teaching and assessment that you will
need in practice. You will spend a minimum of 24
weeks in school placements, supported by a
school-based mentor and/or a University tutor.
Please note: applicants starting initial teacher
training courses from September 2013 must
pass tests before starting their course to ensure
they can be recommended for the award of QTS.
See the course webpage for details.
Assessment
Written assignments, school experience placements
Examples of modules
Core National Curriculum areas: English, Maths,
Science and ICT; Broader curriculum subjects:
Art, Design Technology, History, Geography,
Expressive Arts, Physical Education and
Religious Education; Early Years Specialism;
Foreign Language Specialism; Teacher as a
Researcher/Subject Specialism; The Reective
Professional; School Experience (24 weeks)
Key features
The Guardians university guide has rated
Kingston in the top 10 for Education in its
league tables for the past ve years.
Teaching staff are research-active professional
practitioners, which keeps your learning at the
cutting edge. You will also benet from the
experience of visiting lecturers who are
excellent practitioners in their chosen feld of
education, and from visits by childrens authors.
You will have the opportunity to take part in a
residential eld trip. In addition, visits to
childrens theatres, drama workshops, etc, add
a further dimension to your studies. Language
specialists can spend two weeks working in a
primary school in France, Germany or Spain.
Non-linguists can choose a placement in an
alternative education setting (eg special needs
or museum education service).
This course provides an intensive, highly challenging and rewarding
programme that will enable you to qualify as a primary teacher (KS1&2)
or Foundation Stage/KS1 in one year. You will also receive the award of
PGCE with 60 credits towards a masters degree. School experience in our
excellent range of partnership schools enables you to put theory to practice.
Excellent preparation for the teaching

career. Lots of different opportunities to
develop knowledge and understanding. Staff
were approachable and supportive during the
course. A really enjoyable year.
Helen Sullivan, PGCE graduate

Entry requirements
Honours degree (minimum 2:2); GCSE grade A*C, or
equivalent, in English, Maths and Science; experience
of a primary setting. Apply through the Graduate
Teacher Training Registry. See the webpage for details.
Find out more
School of Education
T: +44 (0)20 8417 5145
E: education@kingston.ac.uk
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Secondary Teaching leading to
Qualied Teacher Status (QTS) PGCE
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgcesecondary
Twenty-four weeks of this 36-week practical
programme are based in school. You will have
assessed practice placements in at least two
different schools, enabling you to experience
varied types of school. Mentors within the
schools, and your University tutors, will provide
training, support and guidance during the
placements. Your University studies will focus on
the teaching of your specialist subject, together
with professional skills (eg planning work for
pupils, planning for good discipline and control),
which will help you become an effective teacher.
Please note: applicants starting initial teacher
training courses from September 2013 must
pass tests before starting their course to ensure
they can be recommended for the award of QTS.
See the course webpage for details.
Assessment
Written assignments, school experience
placements
Examples of modules
Mathematics Specialist pathway; Modern
Languages Specialist pathway; Science
Specialist pathway
Key features
We design our courses in collaboration with
local authorities, schools, colleges and other
educational organisations. This ensures you will
keep up to date with the latest developments
and initiatives.
The Guardians university guide has rated
Kingston in the top 10 for Education in its
league tables for the past ve years.
Teaching staff are professional practitioners or
are research-active, which keeps your learning
at the cutting edge.
This intensive and well-supported year of training will prepare you to teach
children at Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 and in the sixth form. You will focus
on one of the following subject specialisms: maths; modern languages
(French, German or Spanish); or science (biology, chemistry or physics).
As well as from gaining Qualied Teacher Status (QTS) in accordance with
government standards, you will also receive the award of PGCE with 60
credits towards a masters degree.
The course was one of the hardest but

most enjoyable things that Ive done. The
academic part was refreshingly practical and an
excellent preparation for the classroom. It made
me rethink how and why students learn.
Trevor, PGCE graduate

Entry requirements
Honours degree (min. 2:2) relevant to your subject
specialism. International students must have an IELTS
score of 6.5 overall. Apply through the Graduate
Teacher Training Registry. See webpage for full details.
Find out more
School of Education
T: +44 (0)20 8417 5145
E: education@kingston.ac.uk
Engineering
Kingstons engineering courses are taught in three schools: the
School of Aerospace and Aircraft Engineering and the School of
Mechanical and Automotive Engineering, which are both located
at our well-equipped Roehampton Vale campus; and the School
of Civil Engineering and Construction, which is based at Penrhyn
Road. Academic staff members have a diverse range of industrial
experience, in addition to their academic expertise, and many
are involved in research and consultancy activities. Courses are
designed and reviewed by professional accreditation bodies and
a board of industry advisers to ensure we meet the needs of the
industry and you have the right skills for employment.

Aerospace and Aircraft Engineering pages 142143
For more than 100 years, Kingston University has played an important part in
aerospace engineering education, and works with civil and military partners
to train the experts of the future. Our staff members main areas of interest
are computational uid dynamics, structural dynamics, composite materials,
low-gravity uid dynamics, solar and wind energy and aircraft maintenance.

Civil Engineering and Construction pages 144147
Our fully accredited postgraduate programmes have been designed with
your aspirations, needs and abilities in mind, and are aimed at developing
your specialist skills, deepening your understanding and gaining new
insights and perspectives to equip you for a professional career ahead.
Mechanical and Automotive Engineering pages 148153
The School of Mechanical and Automotive Engineering has an applied
approach to teaching, supported by well-equipped laboratories and
the latest industry-standard software, including automotive, materials,
metrology and machine laboratories, plus an embedded system laboratory
based on National Instruments equipment.
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Aerospace Engineering MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgaero
You will gain a broad understanding of the
practical requirements of aerospace engineering,
as well as an in-depth knowledge of aerospace
stress analysis and advanced materials,
alongside computational uid dynamics (CFD) for
aerospace applications. Complementary subjects
include computer-integrated product
development, advanced CAD/CAM, and green
engineering and energy efciency. In addition,
you will develop your business and management
skills, and gain the experience of working in a
multidisciplinary team within an engineering
organisation with real industrial constraints.
Youll get the chance to apply the theory youve
learnt to real-world contexts and evaluate
methodologies while developing your critical
thinking and creativity.

As well as providing the professional,
analytical and management skills necessary
for employment, the course also develops
transferable skills required in the workplace,
such as communication, IT, teamwork, planning,
decision-making, independent learning ability and
problem-solving.
Assessment
Coursework and/or exams, design project
Examples of modules
Engineering Research Techniques,
Entrepreneurship and Quality Management;
Computational Fluid Dynamics for Aerospace
Applications; Aerospace Stress Analysis and
Advanced Materials; Aerospace Group Design
Project; Option modules (eg: Computer
Integrated Product Development; Green
Engineering and Energy Efciency; Advanced
CAD/CAM Systems)
Key features
Our aerospace engineering feld (comprising
aerospace, astronautics and aircraft
engineering) is one of the largest and fastest
expanding in the UK.
This programme is built on a comprehensive
application of techniques such as advanced
computer-based design, computational uid
dynamics and nite elements analysis.
There is a strong link between our academic
staff research and teaching. Our teaching teams
have been actively involved in the research of
areas such as computational uid dynamics,
aerodynamics and advanced materials.
Key facilities include dedicated computing labs,
wind tunnels, rapid prototyping machinery, ight
simulators and our Learjet.
This course, which has been designed to satisfy the requirements of
the Engineering Councils UK Standard for Professional Engineering
Competence (UK-SPEC), provides a strategic overview of aerospace
engineering and management issues. It will help you to develop a wider
perspective and understanding of the challenges facing the aerospace
engineering industry, and includes subjects such as law, nance, risk
assessment and green environmental issues.
Entry requirements
A good honours degree, or equivalent, in aerospace
engineering or related discipline. See the webpage for
more information and page 54 for language requirements.
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Renewable Energy Engineering MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgrenewableenergy
The course provides an in-depth knowledge of
renewable energy systems design and
development, commercial and technical
consultancy and project management within the
sustainable engineering environment.
You will gain technical skills in and knowledge of
solar power, wind power, biofuel and fuel cell
technologies, as well as renewable energy
business and management. In addition, you will
gain practical skills in up-to-date computer-aided
simulation technologies such as Polysun for solar
energy applications, WindPRO for wind farm
applications and ECLIPSE for biomass
applications.
Option modules enable you to specialise in
project engineering and management, as well as
risk management or engineering design and
development. Advanced topics, such as 3D solid
modelling, computer-aided product development
and simulation, and computational uid dynamics
(CFD) analysis and simulation allow you to gain
further practical and theoretical knowledge of
analytical software tools used in product design.
Assessment
Coursework, exams, individual project
Examples of modules
Biomass and Fuel Cell Renewable Technology;
Solar Power Engineering; Wind Power Engineering;
Individual Project; Option modules (eg: Engineering
Projects and Risk Management; Computational
Fluid Dynamics for Engineering Applications;
Computer-aided Product Development)
Key features
This degree has been accredited by IMechE,
under licence from the UK regulator, the
Engineering Council, as meeting the
requirements for Further Learning for a
Chartered Engineer (CEng) for candidates who
have already acquired an accredited CEng
(Partial) BEng(Hons) degree.
The programme provides hands-on skills in 3D
CAD and solid modelling, nite elements
analysis (FEA) and CFD analysis, and Polysun
and WindPRO simulations using industry-
standard software.
You can undertake a wide range of challenging
and interesting sponsored and non-sponsored
projects in the areas of wind power, solar power,
biofuels and fuel-cells-related technologies.
Climate change is a major challenge for the 21st century, requiring an
alternative supply of cleaner energy from renewable sources. This course,
accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), focuses on
engineering that deals with renewable energy applications, and includes a
business/management element that is applicable whether you work for a
large organisation or a small to medium-size enterprise.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree (min. 2:2) in engineering or
a related science, or an equivalent professional
qualication. See the course webpage for more
information and page 54 for language requirements.
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Management in Construction MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgmgtconstruct
This course is ideal for graduate construction
managers, civil/structural engineers and
surveyors starting their career in the construction
industry. It provides a strategic overview of
construction management issues, as well as a
deep and broad knowledge of advanced project
management techniques.
You will gain an extensive knowledge of the
legal and contractual systems relevant to the
construction industry. You will also study how
design and construction work is priced and how
these prices are used to control costs for the
rms involved. You will analyse the systems that
control the quality and safety of construction
projects, and will gain a greater understanding
of the relationships between the various
contributing parties.
Assessment
Coursework and/or exams, research thesis
Examples of modules
Management of Project Risk, Quality and Safety;
Business in Practice; Estimating, Tendering and
Procurement; Legal Obligations and Conditions
of Contract; Thesis
Key features
This course is accredited by the Joint Board of
Moderators, which comprises the Institution of
Civil Engineers, the Institution of Structural
Engineers, the Institution of Highways &
Transportation, and the Institute of Highway
Engineers see www.jbm.org.uk
For students with a frst degree that is
accredited to CEng level, this course also
satises the requirements of the Engineering
Councils UK Standard for Professional
Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC) as a
period of further learning for registration as a
chartered engineer in the UK.
As well as improving your technical skills and
knowledge, you will also gain communication,
teamwork, IT and problem-solving skills.
This industry-accredited course is suitable for anyone with a background
in the built environment who wants to progress into the management of
projects, whether with a contractor, client or a consultancy. It combines
the study of industry techniques with advanced construction management
of projects. The course will develop and enhance your professional,
analytical and managerial skills as well as improve your technical and
transferable skills, and will enable you to successfully advance your career.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree, or equivalent, in civil
engineering subject, and/or suitable industrial
experience. See the course webpage for more
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Management in Construction
(Civil Engineering) MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgmgtconstructcivil
The course is aimed at civil and/or structural
engineers who aspire to become senior
managers in both consulting engineering and
contracting organisations, and is particularly
suitable for graduate engineers starting their
career in the construction industry.
There are four taught modules and a thesis.
Three of the modules are intended to provide you
with an understanding of the core management
skills needed to make a major contribution
within the industry, while one structural design
module enables you to broaden and deepen
your technical knowledge of specialised civil
engineering areas. You will also cover subjects
that are both specic and complementary to
civil engineering. In addition, you will develop the
ability to resolve the broader problems that arise
in civil engineering.
Assessment
Coursework and/or exams, research thesis
Examples of modules
Business in Practice; Structural Design in
Concrete and Steel; Estimating, Tendering and
Procurement; Thesis
Key features
This course is accredited by the Joint Board of
Moderators, which comprises the Institution of
Civil Engineers, the Institution of Structural
Engineers, the Institution of Highways &
Transportation, and the Institute of Highway
Engineers see www.jbm.org.uk
For students with a frst degree that is
accredited to CEng level, this course also
satises the requirements of the Engineering
Councils UK Standard for Professional
Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC) as a
period of further learning for registration as a
chartered engineer in the UK.
The advanced concrete design module is
assessed by coursework based on the national
university competition organised by The
Concrete Centre, the trade body representing
the concrete industry in the UK.
This industry-accredited course offers a strategic overview of civil
engineering and management issues, addressing the challenges facing
the construction industry. It successfully combines structural engineering
with advanced construction management, and will develop your
professional, analytical and management skills, as well as improve your
technical skills and knowledge.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree or equivalent in related
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Structural Design & Construction
Management MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgstructdesign
You will learn how to carry out the conceptual
and detailed design of standard and innovative
structures and substructures under normal and
earthquake actions, to the latest standards,
using steel and concrete. You will also study
the nancial, legal and contractual problems
associated with the construction process,
and learn how to apply your knowledge
of management techniques and contract
administration in the supervision of construction
projects. In addition, you will have the opportunity
to carry out research and undertake industry-
relevant dissertation projects.
The course is led by a fellow of both the
Institution of Civil Engineers and the Institution of
Structural Engineers, and who has industrial and
academic experience and expertise in advanced
concrete design and seismic design.
Assessment
Coursework (including real-world case studies)
and/or exams, practice-led research dissertation
Examples of modules
Seismic Design of Structures and Substructure
Design; Structural Design in Concrete and Steel;
Estimating, Tendering and Procurement; Thesis
Key features
This degree is accredited by the Joint Board of
Moderators which includes the Institution of
Civil Engineers and the Institution of Structural
Engineers under licence from the Engineering
Council, as meeting the requirements for
Further Learning for a Chartered Engineer
(CEng) for candidates who have already
acquired an accredited CEng (Partial)
BEng(Hons) or an accredited IEng (Full) BEng/
BSc(Hons) undergraduate rst degree. See
www.jbm.org.uk for further information.
Academic teaching is complemented by civil/
structural engineering and construction experts,
providing a wider perspective and understanding
of the issues facing the construction industry.
This industry-accredited course is tailored to civil and/or structural engineers
wishing to become senior managers in consulting engineering and
contracting organisations, and is ideal for graduate engineers starting their
career in the construction industry. It successfully combines structural
engineering with advanced construction management, which will enable
you to perform at a managerial level for a consultant or contractor.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree or equivalent in related
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Structural Design & Construction
Management with Sustainability MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgstructdesignsus
The hands-on course focuses on the challenges
and opportunities for the concrete industry in
meeting the demands of sustainability. It
combines concrete technology, sustainable
construction, earthquake engineering, re
assessment, geo-environmental engineering and
construction management.
The course is led by a fellow of the Institution of Civil
Engineers and Institution of Structural Engineers.
Assessment
Coursework (including real-world case studies)
and/or exams, practice-led research dissertation
Examples of modules
Sustainable Construction and Substructure
Design; Structural Design in Concrete and Steel;
Estimating, Tendering and Procurement; Thesis
Key features
This degree is accredited by the Joint Board of
Moderators which includes the Institution of
Civil Engineers and the Institution of Structural
Engineers under licence from the Engineering
Council, as meeting the requirements for
Further Learning for a Chartered Engineer
(CEng) for candidates who have already
acquired an accredited CEng (Partial)
BEng(Hons) or an accredited IEng (Full) BEng/
BSc(Hons) undergraduate rst degree. See
www.jbm.org.uk for further information.
The programme builds on the research
excellence in sustainable concrete construction
at Kingston University, and is fully compatible
with the existing Government and Foresight
Strategy on Sustainable Construction.
Input from experts at leading civil engineering,
construction and related companies
complements the academic teaching. This
enables you to develop a wider perspective and
understanding of the worldwide sustainability
issues facing the construction industry.
This industry-accredited course is aimed at civil and/or structural
engineers who aspire to become senior sustainability managers in
consulting engineering and contracting organisations. It successfully
balances sustainable structural engineering with advanced construction
management and offers specialised knowledge and skills in sustainability,
enhancing your employability potential.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree (min. 2.2), or equivalent, in a
related discipline, and/or experience. See the course
webpage for more information and page 54 for
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Advanced Industrial &
Manufacturing Systems MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgindmansys
You will learn how to analyse complex technical
problems and challenges faced by many
real-world engineering companies of different
sizes. You will also study the operational issues
experienced by these companies through real
case studies, and how to implement logical
solutions under different scenarios. In addition,
you will be able to measure the potentials of an
engineering company, not just through its
technological adaptation but also from the
entrepreneur viewpoint.
Throughout the course, hands-on sessions will
enable you to practise what you have learned in
the classroom. These practical skills will be
obtained through using specialist software and
hardware in engineering functions analysis, CAD/
CAM, nite element modelling, operation
management, quality analysis, business decision
modelling, supply chain management and
resources simulation. The project dissertation will
allow you to develop a chosen eld of knowledge
that will complement your career ambitions.
Teamwork, group presentations, case studies
and industrial speakers are other highlights of the
course, enhancing your learning experience and
employability.
Assessment
Coursework, group presentation, research
project, exam
Examples of modules
Advanced CAD/CAM Systems; Mechatronic
Design and Automation; Individual Project;
Option module (eg: Advanced Stress Analysis
and Materials; Industrial Operation Management
and Resources Simulation; E-engineering
Systems; Green Engineering and Energy Efciency)
Key features
A balanced syllabus blends aspects of technology
and management to create a unique skillset,
which is much sought after in industry.
Academic teaching is complemented by expert
speakers from industry, keeping you up to date
with the challenges and developments in the
real world.
Many modules are supported by practical
workshops using the latest equipment and
software. Such practical skills can easily be
transferred into the working environment.
In todays uncertain global competition platform and economy,
manufacturing and engineering are two of the most important pinnacles
for sustainable growth of any country. Many engineering companies
require graduates who can demonstrate not only technological skills,
but also managerial and entrepreneurial skills. This course, accredited
by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers as part of the requirement for
chartered engineer application, aims to bridge this skills gap.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree, or equivalent, in a relevant
engineering discipline, and/or industrial experience.
See the course webpage for more information and
page 54 for language requirements.
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Advanced Product Design
Engineering MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgvirtualprod
This programme is structured to provide you with
the latest developments in this still-evolving
discipline, and focuses on providing you with
hands-on experience of the latest computing
applications throughout the entire product
development cycle. The course covers a range of
topics, from 3D solid modelling and the
techniques required to extend the capabilities of
a 3D modelling system, to gaining practical and
theoretical knowledge of analytical computer
tools by using nite element analysis (FEA)
techniques. It also examines the importance of
modern materials in advanced manufacturing
processes, as well as computer-aided
manufacturing (CAM) and application of rapid
prototyping technologies. Additionally, the
programme enables you to gain the
entrepreneurship, management and business
skills necessary to take on leadership roles in
major product design engineering projects.
The project dissertation challenges you to
investigate a theoretical area in depth, and also
to undertake a real-world product design
problem-solving project.

Assessment
Coursework and/or exams, presentations,
research project
Examples of modules
Computer Integrated Product Development;
Advanced CAD/CAM Systems; Individual Project
Dissertation; Option modules (eg: Industrial
Operation Management and Resources
Simulation; Green Engineering and Energy
Efciency; Mechatronics Design and Automation)
Key features
Teaching in many technical modules is backed
up by appropriate hands-on experience and
workshops, which can be transferred directly to
your working environment.
Academic teaching is complemented by visits
from industry experts. You will also have plenty
of opportunities to attend relevant technical
seminars, both within and outside the University.
You can tailor your course to enhance your
career ambitions through your module choices,
and the project dissertation gives you the
opportunity to choose a eld of study in which
to establish yourself as a specialist.
This course, accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers,
focuses on the latest technology in modern CAD/CAM/CAE/PLM
applications to enable students to acquire knowledge and understanding
of rapid design and manufacture of a new product from a single computer
terminal, without the need for lengthy prototype and test cycles.
Implementing this technology is essential in todays global marketplace,
where survival relies on being rst to market.
Entry requirements
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Automotive Engineering MSc
(With pathways in Hybrid & Electric Vehicles and Commercial Vehicles)
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgauto
This course is designed to consolidate and
develop new knowledge and skills in the eld of
automotive engineering and underpinning
disciplines. Taking an applied approach, it aims to
develop automotive engineers capable of dealing
with this complexity while conceiving, designing,
prototyping and producing modern cars. It offers
opportunities to translate current and emerging
automotive technologies into future products.
Making use of applied research, you will have the
opportunity to do your own research within an
individual industry-relevant capstone project.
This includes preparation of a scientic paper,
providing an opportunity for that rst
breakthrough into publishing your work.
The programme is accredited by the Institution of
Mechanical Engineers (Hybrid and Electric
Vehicles pathway: subject to conrmation),
providing the educational base for chartered
engineer status.
Assessment
industrial or research project
Automotive Structures and Body Aerodynamics;
Control Systems with Embedded
Implementation; Advanced CAD/CAM Systems;
Green Technology for Automotive Industry;
Commercial Vehicles Structural Design; Systems
and Dynamics; Engineering Research
Techniques, Entrepreneurship and Quality
Management; Project module
Key features
Academic teaching is complemented by
presentations from industry experts such as
National Instruments, and by industrial trips to,
for example, Jaguar Land Rover and a range of
automotive trade shows.
You will enjoy group assignments, supporting
each others learning, and will have
opportunities to develop your ability to work in
teams. You will also benet from an industry-
relevant nal project. The presentation, which is
part of the nal project, will prepare you for your
job interview. Many previous scientic papers
(written as a part of the nal project) have been
published at technical conferences and can
give you a crucial rst break into research.
The automotive industry is presently undergoing a swift and radical
development, with increased pressures due to the complexity of
automotive product development processes. Sophisticated electronic
devices and software algorithms control every process and function of a
modern car, resulting in an ever-growing number of on-board computers,
sensors and actuators. The industry therefore requires graduates with a
signicantly broader range of knowledge and skills than in the past.
Entry requirements
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Engineering Projects &
Systems Management MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgengsysmgt
You will learn how to apply advanced project
management and resource optimisation skills,
and will be able to identify, evaluate and
recommend solutions to critical engineering
management problems that need improvement.
You will study the ingredients of running a
successful business and how to improve its
operations, productivity and competitiveness by
using different management techniques specic
to engineering companies. You will be able to
develop and manage new projects more
effectively and within the given constraints in
functions, cost and time. You will also learn how
to expand your business through deploying the
latest e-commerce and IT techniques.
Throughout the course, hands-on sessions enable
you to practise what you have learned in the
classroom. These practical skills will be obtained
through using specialist software in operation
management, quality analysis, business decision
modelling, supply chain management and
resources simulation. The project dissertation will
allow you to develop a chosen eld of knowledge
that will complement your career ambitions.
Teamwork, group presentations, case studies and
industrial speakers are other highlights, enhancing
your learning experience and employability.
Assessment
Coursework, software session reports, group
presentation, research project
Examples of modules
Engineering Projects and Risk Management;
Industrial Operation Management and Resources
Simulation; Engineering Research Techniques,
Individual Project; Option module (eg: E-engineering
Systems; Green Engineering and Energy Efciency;
Mechatronic Design and Automation)
Key features
This course is designed to provide you with a
rich spectrum of engineering and project
management skills.
Academic teaching is supported by specialist
speakers from industry, keeping you up to date
with the challenges and developments in the
real world.
Skills learnt in hands-on practical sessions are
easily transferred into any working environment.
This course, accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers as
part of the requirement for chartered engineer application, provides an
excellent opportunity to improve your current technical portfolio with a
spectrum of engineering operations and project management skills. As
a result, you will enhance your employment prospects and your ability to
apply for senior engineering management roles.
Entry requirements
engineering discipline, and/or suitable experience. See
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Mechanical Engineering MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgmech
This course will provide a broad and in-depth
understanding of mechanical design engineering,
modern materials application and advanced
manufacturing technology. Using cutting-edge
technologies such as nite elements analysis
(FEA), computational uid dynamics (CFD) and
mechanism design analysis and control, you will
employ advanced computer-based mechanical
engineering design analysis and problem-solving.
You will also develop the entrepreneurial
management and business skills necessary to
take leadership roles in major engineering projects.
The project dissertation challenges you to
investigate a theoretical area in depth and solve a
real-world problem.
Assessment
Coursework and/or exams, research project
Examples of modules
Computational Fluid Dynamics for Engineering
Applications; Advanced Stress Analysis and
Materials; Individual Project Dissertation; Option
modules (eg: Advanced CAD/CAM Systems;
Industrial Operation Management and Resources
Simulation; Green Engineering and Energy
Efciency; Mechatronics Design and Automation)
Key features
Teaching in many technical modules is backed
up by appropriate hands-on experience and
workshops, enabling you to develop skills that
can be transferred directly to a working
environment.
Academic teaching is complemented by visits
from industry experts. You will also have plenty
of opportunities to attend relevant technical
seminars, both within and outside the University.
You can tailor your course to enhance your
career ambitions through your module choices,
and the project dissertation gives you the
opportunity to choose a eld of study in which
to establish yourself as a specialist.
This course, accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, is
designed to provide you with the latest technological knowledge and
industrial management skills in specic aspects of mechanical engineering
that are in demand from industry. The course also provides you with a
strategic overview of engineering and management skills necessary to
take on leadership roles in major engineering projects.
Entry requirements
engineering discipline, and/or suitable experience. See
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Mechatronic Systems MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgmechatronic
Although mechatronics may be perceived in
combination with robotics, as robots are indeed
fast and precise mechanical systems, it also has
wider applications, such as in hard-disk drives for
computers, tracking cameras for surveillance
applications, intelligent actuators in automotive
systems and many other areas, including devices
used in the eld of healthcare and rehabilitation,
such as intelligent prosthetic devices.
The hands-on approach of the course, using our
state-of-the-art multidisciplinary laboratories with
equipment from National Instruments, Freescale,
Agilent Technology, etc, adds value to this
postgraduate degree.
The course complements the research activities
of the teaching staff, implementing the latest
advances in their research. Making use of applied
research, you will have the opportunity to do your
own research within an individual industry-relevant
capstone project. This includes preparation of a
scientic paper, giving an opportunity for that rst
breakthrough into publishing your work.
The programme is accredited by the Institution of
Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), providing the
educational base for chartered engineer status.
Assessment
industrial or research project
Examples of modules
Mechatronic Design and Automation; Control
Systems with Embedded Implementation;
Advanced Control and Robotics; Digital Signal
Processing; Advanced CAD/CAM Systems;
Project module)
Key features
Academic teaching is complemented by
presentations from industry experts and by
industrial trips, such as the annual UK NIDays
conference, which is held in London and
organised by National Instruments.
You will enjoy group assignments, supporting
each others learning, and will have
opportunities to develop your ability to work in
teams. You will also benet from an industry-
relevant nal project. The presentation, which is
part of the nal project, provides great
preparation for job interviews.
Mechatronics is an exciting, growing eld that combines mechanical,
electronic and control systems to create a complete device. It mostly
relates to the mechanical systems that perform relatively fast and
precise motions and therefore require sophisticated electronic devices
and control algorithms. This hands-on course will help you develop the
multidisciplinary knowledge that the fast-moving industrial, commercial
and domestic sectors demand of their technical professionals.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree in a relevant or related
discipline, or substantial work experience. See the
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General
Management
and Business
Research
Programmes
Our general management postgraduate courses are designed
to teach you all the core skillsets needed to be a manager in
todays environment, while our research programmes give you the
opportunity to study a specic eld of business or management that
interests you to an advanced level.

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Our general management courses will enable you to learn new skills and
enhance your existing skills in all areas of management, from nance to
marketing. The broad knowledge you gain will give you transferable skills
to take into a variety of job roles, enabling you to direct your career into
whichever industry sector that interests you. Plus, the option of elective
modules on many courses will give you the opportunity to focus and
further your skills in the areas of management that interest you most.

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The aim of our doctoral and research degrees is to provide you with
the skills necessary to carry out an in-depth investigation of a topic,
culminating in the submission and defence of a doctorate thesis. You
will be supervised by a dedicated team of experienced, research-active
members of Kingston Business School, and will become part of a mutually
supportive group of researchers.
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Master of Business Administration MBA
www.kingston.ac.uk/mba
The Kingston MBA focuses on the global nature
of business and recognises the importance of
new modes of operative media to keep up with it.
You will receive an advanced level of training in
the principle areas of business through nine core
modules followed by opportunities for specialisation
via four elective (option) modules and the MBA
project. You will look at strategies for future-proong
business models and how to scale-up operations
while remaining aware of local variations.
This Kingston MBA is the top-ranked MBA in
Russia and you will have opportunities for study
exchanges. Option modules may also be offered
in Paris and Berlin (subject to availability).
Assessment
Case-study-based examination, groupwork and
individual assignments, MBA consultancy project
Examples of modules
The International Environment; Strategic
Information Systems Management; Organisational
Behaviour and Leadership Development;
Operations Management; Financial Management;
Marketing in a Digital World; The Responsible
Manager; Strategic Decision Making; Strategic
Choice and Implementation; Leadership and

Personal Development; MBA consultancy)
project; Four option modules (eg: Forecasting and
Modelling; Corporate Finance; Entrepreneurship
and Sustainable Business Development;
Entrepreneurial Ventures; Global Business;
International Marketing; Islamic Finance in the
Global Economy; Management Consultancy;
Management of Change; Managing Corporate
Social Responsibility; Project Risk Management;
Services Marketing; Strategic Operations
Management; Strategic Management of
E-Business; Winning and Retaining Customers)
Key features
The carousel delivery of modules means mixed
cohorts, which allows access to a wider range
of contacts and experiences to draw from in
class discussions. In addition, during our
careers week, you will have the opportunity to
meet with recruiters and coaches.
To help you achieve your goals, there is a
specialised careers support service and
one-to-one careers coaching for MBA students.
Register for an on-site MBA briefng at
www.kingston.ac.uk/mba
We also offer an MBA by distance learning
www.kingston.ac.uk/dlmba
This MBA is the smart choice for professionals looking for an intensive,
practical, good-value education to enhance their career progression.
Integrating teaching from both academics and business practitioners,
it focuses on strategy, implementation and leadership. Learning is
complemented by our international and industry links (eg our top-ranked
MBA in Russia), providing opportunities to experience global business,
as well as access to renowned organisations and senior managers. The
programme is accredited by the Association of MBAs (AMBA); on joining
Kingston you are given lifetime membership of AMBA.
Entry requirements
Honours degree, or equivalent, with minimum of 3 years
full-time work experience, plus personal statement.
GMAT is not essential. International students must have
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Master of Business Administration
MBA by distance learning
www.kingston.ac.uk/dlmba
Although this is a generalist MBA programme,
you will have opportunities to specialise through
your choice of elective (option) modules or
through a work-based MBA project.
The course is unique in that the core modules are
led by both academics and practitioners.
You will receive an advanced level of training in
the principle areas of business through eight core
modules before progressing to the elective stage,
which is designed around two routes. In the rst,
you will complete the 180 credits through core
modules and four elective modules. The second
route enables you to complete your 180 credits
through core (120 credits) modules and the MBA
project (60 credits). This second option is only
available for students who obtain 60 per cent or
above in at least 60 credits.
Assessment
Presentations, continuous assessment, time-
constrained coursework, group and individual
assignments, discussion forums, MBA project
Examples of modules
The International Business Environment;
Managing People and Organisations; Managing
Processes and Products; Strategic IT
Management; Economics for Business;
Managing Finance and Accounts; Managing
Markets and Competition; Customer-Focused
Strategy; Work-based project OR Four option
modules (eg: Business Forecasting and
Modelling; Corporate Finance; Entrepreneurship
and Innovation; Global Business; Winning and
Retaining Customers; Management Consultancy;
Management of Change; Strategic Operations
Management; Project Management; Strategic
Project Management)
Key features
This fexible course enables you to study online
through our virtual learning environment, and
uses an interactive learning style.
Through the MBA project, your company can
gain a valuable piece of consultancy/research
that is tailored specically to its needs.
Cohorts comprise students from a variety of
countries, bringing a truly global environment.
The Kingston MBA by distance learning will help you to take ownership of
your career. This innovative course is academically rigorous and designed
to be immediately applicable to real-life business situations. The academic
standard required for this online MBA is of the same high level as the
on-campus degree, which is accredited by the Association of MBAs.
This stamp of approval means your MBA is highly valued anywhere in
the world. Our fexible MBA will inspire you to make a difference to your
personal and working life.
Entry requirements
Honours degree, or equivalent, with minimum of 3
years full-time work experience, plus personal
statement (supplied by video). GMAT is not essential
unless your degree is not an honours. International
students must have an IELTS score of 6.5 overall with
a minimum of 6.0 in all elements. See course webpage
for full details.
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E: dlmba@kingston.ac.uk
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Business Information Technology MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgbit
You will investigate how current technologies are
used to provide more-effective management
systems; comprehend e-business web
programming and related security issues; and
form strategies for the exploitation, management
and implementation of internet and e-commerce
applications. You will identify which technologies
are applicable for particular projects and
situations, and understand the impact these
technologies have for the IT project, the
information architecture and for the broader
business systems into which it will t. You will
also take on a live group consulting project for an
actual company with a business issue to solve.
Assessment
Examinations, individual and group work, case
studies and practical laboratory sessions,
consultancy project, dissertation
Examples of modules
Strategic IT Management and Consultancy;
Business Internet Technologies and Services;
Strategic Project Management and Practice;
E-Commerce Operations; Business Information
Architecture; Dissertation
Key features
This course provides integrated, interdisciplinary
knowledge of business management and IT,
which will enhance your future career prospects.
The live group consulting project offers an
excellent opportunity to gain experience working
in a business IT environment, and to prepare
and present reports to real management teams.
Information technology has become intrinsic to business and project
management, with organisations relying upon their IT and business
systems to operate effectively. Delivered by specialist IT and business
lecturers in a business school environment, this course enables you to
bridge the gap between business and IT. Its not merely a business course
with a bolt-on IT module or a computing course with business bolted-on,
but a wholly integrated business and IT postgraduate degree.
The career advantages associated

with this course are endless. After two
years of study, hard work and dedication,
I have received three career-changing
promotions that have led me to my current
dream position of chief operating ofcer for a
multibillion-dollar Fortune 1000 company.
Steve Garske, chief operating ofcer, Perot

Systems, USA
Entry requirements
A good honours degree, or equivalent, preferably in a
business area, and some experience in IT. International
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International Business Management MSc
(with pathways in Entrepreneurship, Marketing and Project Management)
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgbm
You can choose to take the general management
pathway (IBM) or specialise in entrepreneurship,
marketing or project management. You will build
your understanding across a broad range of
business modules, with a core legal element built in,
and opportunities to specialise in an area of interest
through the selection of a pathway, elective (option)
modules and a real-life practical consultancy project
and report. You will also develop your ability to
question and critically assess business issues to
nd innovative options and solutions.
Assessment
Examinations, individual and group-based
assignments, time-constrained work, case
studies, dissertation
Examples of modules
Fundamentals of Business Management;
Contemporary Business Strategy; International
Business Environment and Trade; Business
Consultancy Report; Pathway-specic modules
(IBM with Entrepreneurship: Innovation;
Entrepreneurship in an International Context. IBM
with Marketing: Buyer Behaviour; Global Marketing
Management. IBM with Project Management:
Strategic Project Management and Practice);
Option modules (eg: International HRM and
Comparative Employment Law; Environmental

Law and Regulation; Innovation; Entrepreneurship
in an International Context; Financial Accounting
and Financial Management; Corporate Finance and
Financial Statement Analysis; International Money
and Finance; E-commerce Operations; Business
Information Architecture; Leading, Managing and
Developing People in Context; Resourcing Talent
and Reward Management; Leadership, Change and
Consultancy; Risk Financing; Interactive Marketing
Communications; Corporate Social Responsibility
and Sustainable Development; Cross-Cultural
and Internal Management Communications
Environment; International Environmental Law and
Sustainability; Alternative Dispute Resolution)
Key features
These courses are accredited by AMBA and
EPAS, ensuring theyre delivered to a high
standard and relevant to contemporary business.
The international curriculum attracts students
from across the world, creating a truly global
learning experience. You may also benet from
exchange programmes with business schools
in Paris and Berlin.
The consultancy project may involve working
within a company to solve a business issue,
visiting companies to investigate an area of
interest, or evaluating your personal business
plan if you intend to set up a company.
Our most popular postgraduate course, this programme enables you to
shape it to your own needs and career aspirations. For those with a rst
degree in a non-business subject, this masters covers the fundamentals
quickly and teaches you to become an independent learner. As you put
theory into practice, you will also demonstrate your capability as a manager.
If your rst degree is in business, the course will strengthen your critical
understanding of general management, international business and strategy.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree in any subject, or equivalent.
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Logistics & Supply Chain
Management MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgsupplychain
In the rst semester you will develop a broad
understanding of management concepts,
theories and ideas, such as how to manage
organisations and supply chains. This will provide
you with a solid foundation, from both strategic
and operational perspectives. In the second
semester, and through your dissertation, you will
put this knowledge to use through practical
application to real situations, for example,
through company visits, which students often
arrange for themselves. These opportunities
to engage with real supply chain managers will
build your condence and ability to question
established practice.
Assessment
Formal examinations, coursework (both in an
individual and group basis), in-class presentations,
refective diary
Examples of modules
Fundamentals of Business Management;
Operations and Supply Chain Management;
Supply Chain Management; Strategic Operations
and Outsourcing; Logistics Management;
Research Methods and Dissertation
Key features
The course is accredited by the CIPS, providing
the opportunity to become a CIPS member
after three years experience in purchasing and
supply chain management.
The course has also been granted EPAS
accreditation by the European Foundation for
Management.
The practical skills and knowledge developed
on this course will enable you to make an
immediate and effective contribution in a
logistics-related role.
You will have the opportunity to take part in a
real consultancy project with a client company
and put theory into practice.

This course takes a theory into practice approach, with an emphasis on
the practical skills that are essential for the modern international business
manager specialising in supply chain and logistics management. With full
accreditation from both EPAS and the Chartered Institute of Purchasing
and Supply (CIPS), and a solid syllabus built on concepts and ideas from
Kingstons renowned Operations Research Group (ORG), the course
offers both an academic and a professional qualication.
The University can offer students

higher education at both a theoretical and a
practical level, which is very important for the
logistics industry.
Alexandros Loumanis, market developer,

Coca Cola Hellenic Group
Entry requirements
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Management Consultancy MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgmanagementconsultancy
You will focus on management consultancy
topics, exploring key developments and trends
in this area through a range of workshops and
consultancy projects. You will examine the
strategic issues facing consultancy rms, consider
the consulting process in practice, and gain an
understanding of consultancy from the clients
perspective. Areas of study will include: the tools
and techniques used by consultants; managing
projects and clients; and handling problems.
Assessment
Reports, presentations, group projects,
examinations, case studies
Examples of modules
Services Strategy and Operation; Buyer
Behaviour; Entrepreneurship in an International
Context; Consultancy Practice; E-commerce
Operations; Management Consultancy; Services
Management Workshops; Research Methods
and Dissertation
Key features
This course provides an opportunity to explore
the services sector, with a focus on the themes
relevant for management consultants.
You will undertake a consultancy project for an
external organisation, allowing you to develop
the personal, planning and problem-solving
skills needed to perform the consultancy task.
Workshops are tailored to current market
trends and involve high-prole guest speakers.
Assessments are designed to be relevant to
your career, with a reduced focus on exams
and more on writing management reports.
This unique course blends management consultancy theory and practice,
covering topics in demand by modern consulting rms and the service
economy. It combines research, practitioner and personal skills that
can be customised to match your needs and include emerging trends,
enabling you to build your consultancy career in any number of industries.
Entry requirements
A good degree, or equivalent, in any subject.
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As a part of my course, I delivered a

marketing and business plan for a 3D virtual
technology company. The director asked
me to represent the company on a UKTI
delegation to India, sponsored by Virgin. Not
only did I meet Sir Richard Branson, but I
also managed to build a good network for
myself.
Somya Gulati
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Strategic Project Management MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgstrategicprojectmanagement
You will investigate beyond the conventional
paradigms of project management into areas
such as nance, organisational behaviour
and strategy. You will learn from senior guest
speakers from board directors to consultants
who come to the University to share the latest
perspectives from their industry and practitioner
knowledge of current issues, such as decision-
making in complex and uncertain environments.
In addition, you will develop the transferable skills
and expertise to build or progress your career in
a broad variety of project management areas.
Assessment
Coursework
Examples of modules
Strategic Project Management and Practice;
Project Financial Management; Project,
Programme and Portfolio Management;
Leadership, Change and Consultancy;
Dissertation and Research Methods
Key features
Guest lectures and workshops by practitioners
add practical perspectives on strategic project
management and change processes in
organisations.
The course offers the opportunity to research
and practice in the eld, combined with a
practical application of new knowledge and
skills to work-based situations.
This MSc has been designed to address a real and urgent business
need for managers who can minimise project underperformance a
requirement identied by a forum of senior gures from a range of
industries. The course aims to provide you with the theoretical and
commercial knowledge necessary to select, lead and deliver sustainably
high-performance projects.
Entry requirements
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Business PhD
www.kingston.ac.uk/businessphd
Fully integrated within the PhD programme, the
MRes will provide a sound training in business
research methods as well as a critical
understanding of conceptual and philosophical
foundations of management research. (The MRes
in Business and Management is also available as
a standalone qualication see page 164.)
Your studies culminate in your PhD thesis of
around 80,00 words, and will be the subject of
an oral examination in which you will show both
how you have critically investigated your area of
research and made an independent and original
contribution to knowledge.
Assessment
80,000-word thesis, oral exam
Examples of modules
Year 1 (MRes): Research Design and Data
Collection; Foundations of Data Analysis and
Reporting; Advanced Qualitative Research;
Advanced Quantitative Research; Literature
Review; Doctoral Research Design
Year 2 onwards (PhD): Independent study
supported by a team of at least two supervisors
Key features
The course holds EPAS accreditation from the
European Foundation for Management
Development (EFMD). This means that you can
be condent that this degree is of a high
standard compared with similar programmes
around the world.
You will be supported by academic supervisors
who are well-established researchers and
understand the practical research required
during a PhD.
You can choose to complete this PhD in either
three to four years full time or six to eight years
part time.
Whether you are planning a career in academia or as a professional
researcher, the EPAS-accredited Kingston Business PhD will enable you
to develop your skills and knowledge and enhance your professional
credibility. The thesis provides an opportunity to make a distinct and
original contribution to knowledge in your chosen eld. A distinguishing
characteristic of this PhD is that you will also gain an MRes in Business &
Management as part of your doctoral studies.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree and a masters degree in general
management or a business-related subject, or equivalent.
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Doctor of Business Administration DBA
www.kingston.ac.uk/dba
The course comprises two stages. Stage one
includes training in research methods, research
design, methods of data collection, data analysis
and reporting, leading to the award of the MSc in
Management & Business Studies Research. This
additional qualication culminates in the
preparation of a proposal that outlines the
research to be undertaken for the DBA. Stage
two, the DBA proper, involves the in-depth
investigation of business management issues
and the completion of a 50,000-word thesis and
professional development portfolio.
Assessment
50,000-word thesis, portfolio, oral exam
Examples of modules
Year 1 (MSc): Foundations of Management
Research; Qualitative Research Methods;
Quantitative Research Methods; Personal and
Professional Development
Years 2 onwards (DBA): DBA Proposal (Year 2
only); Research Colloquium; Professional
Development; Business Research Workshops
Key features
You will be supervised by academics who are
well-established researchers and understand
the practical research required during a DBA.
This part-time, fexible course is designed to ft
around your work commitments: all teaching is
held at weekends and the maximum time limit
for completion is eight years.
This is one of the frst three DBA programmes
in the world to receive accreditation from the
Association of MBAs (AMBA). It is also the only
DBA in the UK to hold accreditation from the
European Foundation of Management
Development, through EPAS.
This AMBA and EPAS-accredited DBA offers those at senior
management level the opportunity to build upon their MBA or business-
related masters qualication and develop professional excellence
through a programme of study that is both academically challenging and
professionally relevant. Our aim is to provide a supportive educational
environment where you can obtain a doctorate-level qualication that is
directly relevant to your chosen profession.
As part of the DBA, and thanks to the

support of my employers Coty Beauty UK
and Boots who endorsed my research, I
have completed a review of the role of store
atmospherics on consumer behaviour.
Claire Ferguson, general sales manager,

Coty Beauty UK
Entry requirements
Masters-level degree in a business-related area,
plus evidence of substantial senior management or
professional experience. International students must have
an IELTS score of 7.0 overall. See webpage for full details.
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Business & Management MRes
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgbusinessmgt
After an induction programme introducing you to
the Business School and the expectations and
ethos of the course, you will study and examine
the philosophical underpinnings of research
designs and methods of data collection, as well
as data analysis and reporting. After this, you can
opt to study either advanced qualitative or
advanced quantitative analysis methods.
Alongside these taught modules, you will
undertake a literature review of your proposed
area of research. The literature review will inform
the doctoral research design, which sets out the
research to be undertaken in the PhD, if you
choose to continue your studies.
Assessment
Written papers, literature review, doctoral
research design
Examples of modules
Research Design and Data Collection;
Foundations of Data Analysis and Reporting;
Advanced Qualitative Research; Advanced
Quantitative Research; Literature Review;
Doctoral Research Design
Key features
On graduation, you will receive academic
recognition for your advanced level of
prociency in selecting and implementing
appropriate business research methodologies,
as well as for your in-depth understanding of
how organisations are managed.
This course will increase your employability due
to the growing demand for accomplished
researchers, and provides an additional factor
in differentiating yourself from your peers.
Accomplished researchers are highly sought after in both academia and
the wider business environment, and this one-year masters by research
course will enable you to demonstrate your ability to select and implement
appropriate methodologies for business research. As well as being
offered as a standalone programme, this MSc is also the rst stage of our
Business PhD, enabling you not only to develop your research skills, but
also to continue on to doctoral studies.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree and a masters degree in
general management or a business-related subject, or
equivalent. International students must have an IELTS
score of 7.0 overall. See the webpage for full details.
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Geography, Geology
and the Environment
Geography and geology have been taught at Kingston for more
than 60 years. Alongside our well-established and highly reputable
programme in geographical information systems (GIS) and science,
we have developed a range of successful programmes covering
sustainability, climate change, natural hazards, globalisation and
biodiversity.

Leading these courses is an enthusiastic and truly interdisciplinary
team that includes human and physical geographers, GIS specialists,
geologists, geochemists and environmental scientists, many of
whom also carry out research as members of the Centre for Earth
and Environmental Sciences Research (CEESR), recognised as a
centre of research excellence.
Our research and practical eldwork are integral to our teaching,
along with access to excellent facilities, which further enhances your
student experience.
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Geographical Information Systems
& Science MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pggis
The course covers the principles of GI science and
geotechnology and the foundations of geographical
information handling.
You will learn how to handle spatial entities for data
transformations, generalisation and aggregation,
and will develop competency in analytical
operations, methods and spatial analyses. You will
have the chance to implement principles of map
design and graphical representation techniques,
and will gain an understanding of spatial database
systems and application design. You will also
perform storage and retrieval operations, and work
with alternative data models, 3D modelling and
advanced visualisation.
The course is taught partly in distance-learning
mode and partly in traditional classroom mode, or
entirely in distance-learning mode.*
Assessment
Coursework, projects, presentations, exams,
online tests, online groupwork
*Please note: at the time of writing, teaching modes were subject
to validation. See the course webpage for the latest information.
Examples of modules
Data Modelling and Analysis (distance learning);
Research Methods and Techniques; Option
modules (eg: Geographical Data Management
and Manipulation (distance learning);
Geovisualisation; GIS for People and
Environments; GIS for Hazards and Disaster
Management)
Key feature
Kingston has ESRI Development Centre status,
which rewards universities that have exemplary
GIS programmes. We are one of only two
universities in Europe to gain this recognition.
ESRI awards an annual prize to the best student.
Kingston University offered the frst GIS undergraduate degree in the world
in 1989, followed by several MSc and PhD research degrees. Today,
Kingston is considered the UKs foremost centre for GIS education and
training, with one of the largest GIS programmes in Europe. This course
provides a high level of competency in the principles of GI science and
the use of geotechnology, as well as the skills to routinely use professional
software for data acquisition, handling, exploration and mapping.
Entry requirements
Honours degree (min. 2:2), with specifc GIS elements,
or extensive GIS work experience. See the course
webpage for more information and page 54 for
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Environmental & Earth Resources
Management MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgenviron
You will examine the need for a multidisciplinary
approach to the management of environmental
problems arising from the use and misuse of
natural resources. You will be trained in relevant
earth science techniques for the collection,
analysis and interpretation of environmental data.
You will also investigate the rationale behind the
exploitation and conservation of the natural
environment and the need for a sustainable
management strategy.
Environmental law and policy is a central theme
across the taught modules, and you can
specialise in a particular area of interest by
replacing a taught module with a self-study
module on contemporary issues in environmental
and earth resources management.
Assessment
Exams, individual or group-based exercises,
reports, reviews, practical exercises, seminars,
poster presentations, role-play exercises and
simulations, research project
Examples of modules
Land and Water Resources Management;
Sustainable Environmental Development; Research
Methods and Techniques; Research Project; One
option module (eg: Biodiversity and Conservation;
The Challenge of Climate Change)
Key features
This course will provide you with the skills
for careers in resource management and
development or in monitoring the environmental
impact of resource development.
Specialist research laboratories and analytical
instrumentation, which are also accessed by
PhD students and established research
scientists, are used in many modules and
during dissertation research, all backed up by a
dedicated technical support team.
You will beneft from visiting speakers who work
in the industry and can provide real-world
experiences and perspectives.
Environmental problems are multidisciplinary by nature and therefore
require a multidisciplinary approach. This course provides a broad-based
understanding of environmental and sustainability issues, from biodiversity
to waste management, as well as the social, legal and economic factors
that come into play. It allows you to specialise in a particular contemporary
issue in environment and earth resources management that interests you.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree (min. 2:2), or equivalent, in any
scientifc discipline, or appropriate experience. See the
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An MSc from Kingston has given

me the edge in job interviews and
helped me nd my job in the sustainable
energy sector.
Duncan Carter
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Hazards & Disaster Management MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pghazardsdisastermgt
You will study the underpinning scientifc
principles of both natural hazards and human-
induced disasters. You will also cover modern
disaster management strategies and planning
techniques for the mitigation (eg structural
measures and education), preparation (eg early
warning), response (eg search and rescue) and
recovery (eg insurance) phases.
Fieldwork is an essential part of this course, and
you will undertake a supervised week-long visit to
a European feld destination affected by
multi-hazards (usually to Tenerife in June). You
will also undertake active research in one or more
of your chosen hazard areas.
Assessment
Written examinations, coursework (incorporating
scenario-based hazard management exercises,
ICT-based and paper-based practical exercises,
role-play exercises, oral presentations, feld
reports, essays)
Examples of modules
Natural Hazards: Science and Society; Disaster
Management; GIS and Hazards and the Natural
Environment; Research Methods and Techniques
Key features
This course is ideal if you want to start or
advance a career in hazard or risk management,
environmental monitoring, emergency planning
or catastrophe-related mitigation.
The independent research project gives you the
chance to specialise further by studying an area
of interest in greater depth and gaining valuable
research skills. Our students often fnd this an
excellent selling point when looking for a job or
promotion.
We have strong links with industry and
practitioners in the emergency and disaster
management feld, including Search And
Rescue Assistance In Disasters (SARAID), RNLI,
Tearfund, Community Resilience and Surrey
County Council Emergency Planning Unit.
This course focuses on both the scientifc knowledge of hazards and
modern strategies of emergency planning. Its interdisciplinary approach
combines traditional classroom and feld-based teaching and learning
techniques with modern ICT-based learning support. A strong emphasis
is placed on research-led teaching, student-centred learning and team-
based activities, all of which develop the necessary skills required by
practitioners in the feld of hazard and disaster management.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree (min. 2:2), or equivalent, in a
relevant subject, or relevant non-certifcated learning.
See the course webpage for more information and
page 54 for language requirements.
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Sustainability & Environmental Change MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgsustainabilityenvironmentchange
This course addresses the broad concerns for
sustainable futures. You will review climate
change throughout the Earths history to gain
perspectives on anthropogenic and natural
drivers of climate change. You will also explore
potential impacts on society, practical and policy
responses and regulatory mechanisms.
Practical learning is central to the course
philosophy, from understanding scientifc principles
and procedures, to learning about economic,
social accountability and legal frameworks.
The research project provides an opportunity to
explore a particular area of interest within
environmental change and sustainability.
Assessment
Individual or group-based exercises, reports,
reviews, practical exercises, seminars, poster
presentations, role-play exercises and
Examples of modules
Challenge of Climate Change; Environmental Law
and Regulation; Research Methods and
Techniques; Research Project; Option module
(eg: Biodiversity and Conservation; Land and
Water Resources Management; Sustainable
Cities; Economic Sustainability)
Key features
Taught by staff from across the University, this
course integrates teaching and research
expertise from the disciplines of geography,
environment, survey planning and law.
This course is supported by the Kingston
University Sustainability Hub (www.kingston.
ac.uk/sustainability).
Kingston University has been awarded
frst-class status three years running in the
Guardians People and Planet Green League,
which looks at UK universities environmental
and ethical performance.
This is one of a suite of postgraduate courses aimed at the next generation
of sustainability professionals. Students from different pathways work
together on key issues of economy, society and environment. The course
explores the roles of regulatory practice and governance and technological
and behavioural change in moving towards a low-carbon, less resource-
profigate society. Understanding the climate change agenda and how to
respond is a central theme.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree (min. 2:2) in a relevant subject, or
extensive work experience. See the webpage for more
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Sustainable Environmental Development
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgsusdev
You will examine the types, sources and effects
of environmental contaminants and their effects
on ecosystems and human health. You will also
evaluate the changing nature of human
interaction with the environment; examine current
conservation policy, strategies and issues; and
look at the involvement and response of
commercial, industrial and public sectors to
environmental issues.
The management studies modules give you an
insight into how the business world operates,
and will introduce you to marketing concepts and
people management skills.
Assessment
Exams, individual or group-based exercises,
reports, reviews, practical exercises, seminars,
poster presentations, role-play exercises and
Examples of modules
Sustainable Environmental Development;
Research Methods and Techniques; Business in
Practice; Research Project; One option module
(eg: Land and Water Resources Management;
Biodiversity and Conservation; The Challenge of
Climate Change)
Key features
Highly experienced staff at the Kingston
Business School teach the management
studies elements of this course. You will beneft
from their links with management professionals
and business expertise.
You will beneft from visiting speakers, who
enhance teaching with their professional
expertise and experience.
This course focuses on combining sound environmental practice with
economic and social agendas to give you an understanding of the
real issues concerning sustainable development, conservation and the
management of natural resources. The unique combination of environmental
science, policy and management makes our graduates highly employable
in the growing market for environmental managers and consultants in the
public and private sectors and in international organisations.
I am now a recognised expert in

sustainable development and environmental
assessment methods. I was even asked to
take the stage in front of 500 colleagues
and directors at our annual conference to
explain how my new skillset will be put to
good use.
Virginie Timothee, senior sustainable design

co-ordinator, Bouygues UK
Entry requirements
Good honours degree (min. 2:2), or equivalent, in
a relevant subject, with appropriate professional
experience. See the course webpage for more
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Health and
Social Care
Sciences
Our health and social care courses which include programmes in
physiotherapy, pages 176177; social work, page 178177; and radiography
(please note that our radiography programme is currently under
review; visit our website for the latest information) are taught by
the Faculty of Health, Social Care and Education, one of the leading
providers of health and social care education in the UK. By working
closely with employers and engaging in research and enterprise
activities, the postgraduate course portfolio is continually evolving to
respond to the changing social and political climate.

Courses are taught at our Kingston Hill campus and at St Georges,
University of London in Tooting.
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Clinical Leadership MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgclinicalleadership
The course consists of taught modules,
work-based learning projects and exploration of
a topic of interest in depth, along with a reective
summary of the learning experience. You will
learn how to lead and manage healthcare
practice and implement research advances to
enrich evidence-based practice. You will develop
your ability to implement workplace learning,
introduce teaching and learning strategies within
clinical settings, and competently research
healthcare issues within your workplace. You will
also gain the skills to prepare you for
management of change and apply your learning
to projects within the workplace.
Assessment
Assessment methods include module-related
assignments, presentations and a capstone
project.
Examples of modules
Healthcare Management and Evaluation;
Leadership and Change Management; Work-
based Learning; Research Methods and Data
Analysis; Capstone Project
Key features
This masters qualifcation meets with current
NHS requirements, offering graduates greater
opportunity to apply for promotion.
The level of academic support that you receive
is up to you. As well as face-to-face meetings
at the University being available, tutorials can
take place via phone and/or email.
You will have the chance to study alongside
professionals from other disciplines; eg nurses,
speech therapists, radiographers, doctors.
The main reason I chose Kingston is

that there arent many courses that offer a
combination of management and education
in terms of MSc structure.
Tracey Burrows, specialist registrar in

psychiatry
This innovative course, designed for professional healthcare workers and
mentors who are keen to learn more about leadership and management
techniques, links theory to practice by combining academic teaching
with work-based learning. It covers theories of leadership and managing
change, and enables you to carry out teaching and learning projects that
are relevant to your workplace. Many of our students have been promoted
as a direct result of studying this course.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree and/or work experience in a
healthcare setting. International students must have
an IELTS score of 6.5. See the course webpage for
full details.
Find out more
Dr Maria Ponto
T: +44 (0)20 8417 5712
E: m.ponto@sgul.kingston.ac.uk
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Clinical Practice MRes
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgclinicalpracticemres
You will study the processes and principles
associated with clinical practice research,
developing a range of transferable and applied
research skills that will enable you to plan,
manage and independently undertake research.
You will generate research questions and design
and test data collection approaches, and
interpret results within a scientifc framework.
You will gain the knowledge and skills necessary
to take your frst step in your clinical research
career. In addition, you will learn how to promote
and drive change in clinical practice, and prepare
yourself for a career in leadership and
management of clinical research.
Assessment
Research protocol, portfolio, oral and poster
presentations, statistics examination, dissertation
Examples of modules
Research Methods; Critical Appraisal; Statistics;
Research Project Planning and Management;
Applied Research in Clinical Practice; Research
Project (on a topic related to clinical practice)
Key features
This course is taught at St Georges, University
of London, Tooting.
You will be supported by an academic
supervisor as well as a clinical mentor from
your own organisation to help facilitate data
collection and negotiation through internal trust
approval processes.
You will meet with and discuss key areas with a
range of subject experts and active researchers
from different professional disciplines.
This course provides a programme of practical and academic study to
prepare you for leadership and management in clinical research. It is
suitable for nurses, midwives and allied health professionals, and will
enable you to promote and drive change in clinical practice.
The course is very interactive and

has a really student-centered philosophy.
Ive become involved in a range of
research-focused activities, and the
interprofessional nature of the programme
is a huge benet as it shows how each of
our existing knowledge and skillsets can
be applied within clinical research.
David Baker, occupational therapist, Royal

Free Hospital
Entry requirements
For full details and other entry routes, see the St
Georges, University of London website: www.sgul.
ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/taught/clinical-practice-
mres/entry-requirements
Find out more
Postgraduate administrator
T: +44 (0)20 8725 2333
E: pgadmiss@sgul.ac.uk
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Exercise for Health MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgexercisehealth
The course aims to bridge the gap between the
sports science elite and the general population.
There is a strong emphasis on exercise
physiology, its prescription, the role of psychology
in understanding and changing behaviour, as well
as the role of health and exercise at different life
stages, eg in childhood and later life. In addition,
you will be introduced to the physiological,
pathological and psychological aspects of fatigue
in the context of exercise, obesity and diabetes,
and the role of physical activity in dealing with this
rising issue. Issues related to social marketing
and government policy are also explored.
Please note: this course is mostly theory based
(with the exception of some laboratory sessions)
and is therefore not a sports-studies-orientated
course.
Assessment
Critical essays, reports, oral and poster
presentations, writing for a journal, writing
towards systematic review guidelines, exam,
dissertation
Examples of modules
Exercise Through the Lifespan; Exercise
Prescription; Psychology for Exercise; Obesity
and Diabetes; Research Methods and Statistics;
Critical Thinking in Practice; Research Project
Key features
The course is validated by St Georges,
University of London, and run mainly on their
site. You will also have access to Kingston
Universitys facilities.
You will beneft from expertise within the School
of Rehabilitation Sciences, as well as expert
external lecturers.
There may be an opportunity to gain a Level 2
or 3 REP qualifcation this will be entirely
voluntary and outside the actual MSc, though
run at St Georges to ft in with the course.
The course is taken full time over one calendar
year, on Tuesdays and Fridays.
This course has been designed to develop an understanding of the
health benefts of exercise and to encourage professional evidence-
based solutions to the growing challenges of promoting physical activity
to maintain healthy outcomes and prevent disease. It draws together
expertise from Kingston Universitys health, social care, sport science and
exercise departments, and is suitable for any professional with an interest
in exercise.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree (2:1) in science or healthcare
feld, a background in physiology, plus Biology A-level.
Find out more
Anne Marie Hassenkamp
T: +44 (0)20 8725 0112
E: A.Hassenkamp@sgul.kingston.ac.uk
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Healthcare Practice: Maternal and
Child Health*MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgmaternal
Key areas of study include: determinants of
maternal and child health (national and
international perspectives); ethical and legal issues
relating to maternal and child healthcare; specialist
and generic knowledge required for collaborative
working in maternity and childrens services; and
research methods and critical enquiry.
Assessment
Essays, reective essays and portfolio
development, presentations, research dissertation
Examples of modules
Maternal and Child Health Determinants;
Professional Development and Excellence in
Clinical Practice; Research Methods; Sexual
Health and Wellbeing Across the Lifespan;
Managing Pain in Children; Perinatal Mental
Health; Factors Inuencing Children and Young
Peoples Development; Research Dissertation;
Systematic Review/Work-based Project
Key features
This course taught at St Georges, University
of London, Tooting aims to develop leaders
for maternity and childrens services. In its frst
year, four students were appointed to senior
posts that require them to apply their
developing skills.
All assignments are designed to focus on the
application of theory to your areas of practice.
The option modules enable you to focus on an
area of interest or your specialist area of
practice.
*Please note that, at the time of writing, this course was subject
to validation. See the course webpage for the latest information.
This course focuses on global concerns about determinants of maternal
and child health, and explores the impact of government policies on the
provision of care. It enables practitioners to enhance their critical and
analytical skills through the application of theories and concepts that
underpin relevant areas of practice.
Entry requirements
For full details and other entry routes, see the
St Georges, University of London website:
www.sgul.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/taught/
advanced-practice-msc/entry-requirements
Find out more
Julie Harrison
T: +44 (0)20 8725 2014 or +44 (0)7768 145346
E: julie.harrison@sgul.kingston.ac.uk
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Physiotherapy MSc (pre-registration)
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgphysiotherapy
Year 1 will focus on the foundation skills of
physiotherapy using a problem-based approach.
It will draw on some of the Year 2 modules of our
BSc Physiotherapy and integrate with existing
masters-level modules on reective practice and
critical thinking.
In Year 2, you will consider broader concepts of
clinical practice and the preventative and
innovative role of physiotherapy to meet changing
health and social care needs. You will share
modules with Year 3 BSc and postgraduate
professionals to further develop critical thinking
and leadership skills while learning in an
interprofessional environment. You will also have
the opportunity to take part in practice work
placements in a variety of healthcare
environments offered by providers such as acute
NHS hospital trusts, community-based services,
mental health trusts and private hospitals.
Assessment
Coursework (eg essays, written reports and
presentations), written and practical examinations,
clinical assessments, research dissertation
Examples of modules
Essentials of Physiotherapy; Management of
Neuromusculoskeletal Dysfunction; Neurological
Rehabilitation; Management of Complex
Cardiorespiratory Dysfunction; Evaluation of
Reection in Rehabilitation; Psychology for
Exercise and Health; Physiotherapy in Context;
Interprofessional Debates/Management;
Research Project; Professional Development in
Rehabilitation; Self-management in People with
Long-term and Neurological Conditions
Key features
On successful completion of this course, you
will be eligible to apply for registration with the
Health Professions Council and membership of
the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
The course is taught at St Georges, University
of London. The advantage of being hospital-
based is that you experience a variety of
different learning opportunities, such as using
the dissection room.
We involve service users in recruitment,
teaching and assessment, ensuring teaching
and practice remains relevant to the patient.
We provide opportunities for interprofessional
learning to build and develop your skills in
collaborative working.
This two-year course will enable you to become a qualifed physiotherapist
who is proactive, exible and able to meet the changing needs of health
and social care. It aims to provide you with the knowledge and skills
necessary for clinical practice, assessment and treatment. This MSc will
also develop critical thinking, entrepreneurship and problem-solving skills.
Clinical placements form an essential part of the programme, providing an
opportunity to put theory into practice and consolidate your learning.
Entry requirements
For full details, see the St Georges, University of London
website: www.sgul.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/taught/
physiotherapy-msc/entry-requirements
Find out more
T: +44 (0)20 8725 2333
E: enquiries@sgul.ac.uk
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Rehabilitation MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgrehab
The course focuses on three core areas:
rehabilitation policy and practice, critical practice
in rehabilitation, and evaluation of reection in
rehabilitation. You will gain an understanding of
the complex areas of governmental policy in
relation to rehabilitation, and will look at models
of disability and rehabilitation and their inuence
on practice from the perspective of the
practitioner and patient/client. You will also
develop your leadership and critical reection
skills. In addition, you will critically evaluate a
research problem from the health and social care
perspective, and establish a research project
relevant to your own work context.
Assessment
Essays, posters, oral presentations
Examples of modules
Policy and Practice in Rehabilitation; Critical
Practice in Rehabilitation; Evaluation of Reection
in Rehabilitation; Research Methods; Option
modules (eg: Life After Stroke; Towards Self
Management; Pain Management; Respiratory
Rehabilitation; Living with Long-term Conditions);
Social work option modules (eg: Adulthood,
Development and Transitions; Participation and
Choice: Innovation in Service User and Carer
involvement in Service User Delivery and
Practice; Power, Risk and Decision Making in
Contemporary Partnership Contexts)
Key features
The course is taught at St Georges, University
of London, Tooting.
Before starting the course, you will discuss your
sphere of work, personal preference and
professional aspirations to select appropriate
modules and create an individual programme
plan.
You will have the chance to meet other health
and social care professionals and share
experiences and practices.
Find out more from Dr Fiona Jones on YouTube
search for MSc Rehabilitation.
This course is ideal for health and social care practitioners with experience
or an interest in rehabilitation. It aims to enhance your critical enquiry
skills, update your knowledge on current policy and enable you to gain an
appreciation of the theory and principles guiding rehabilitation practice.
The course includes a research project, and the assessments can be
tailored to your area of work.
Entry requirements
For full details, see the St Georges, University of London
website: www.sgul.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/taught/
rehabilitation-msc/entry-requirements
Find out more
T: +44 (0)20 8725 2333
E: pgadmiss@sgul.ac.uk
As a result of an assignment, Im
working...to implement a new outcome
measure aimed at ensuring our care is more
patient-centred. This is what makes the
course so interesting its completely relevant
and current to my actual practice.
Amy Wigley, physiotherapist

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Social Work MSW
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgsocialwork
You will become equipped with the foundation
knowledge, skills and values required for social
work practice. You will study contemporary
issues, ethical and legal frameworks, frameworks
for assessment and intervention with children and
their families and with vulnerable adults, and
human growth and development. You will have
the opportunity to shadow experienced social
workers and make observation visits.
You will undertake three practice placements
over the two years, and will work towards
meeting the requirements of the Six Key Roles of
Social Workers, which are set out in the National
Occupational Standards for Social Work. In
addition, you will have the opportunity to reect
on your professional capabilities outlined under
the College of Social Works Professional
Capabilities Framework (PCF).
Assessment
Individual and group presentations, essays,
exams, case studies, practice assessment,
dissertation/project
Examples of modules
Contemporary Issues and the Policy Context of
Social Work; Developing Skills for Practice;
Ethical and Legal Frameworks for Social Work
Practice; Frameworks for Assessment and
Intervention with Children and their Families;
Frameworks for Assessment and Intervention
with Vulnerable Adults; Frameworks for
Understanding and Responding to Social Work
Issues; Human Growth and Development;
Practice Placements; Research Methods; Social
Work Approaches; Dissertation/Project
Key features
The Master of Social Work degree is a
professional qualifcation in social work.
This course is supported by key stakeholders,
representing agencies, service users and carers.
The course includes three practice placements,
totalling 200 days over two years.
If you are a graduate looking to gain a professional qualifcation in social
work and eligibility for entry onto the register of qualifed social workers,
this two-year course is ideal. Studying at masters level will give you the
opportunity to analyse social work in depth and develop your skills by
critically examining the research evidence that forms best practice.
Entry requirements
Good social science degree (min. 2:1) and practice
experience in social work or a related agency.
Find out more
Dr Wilson Muleya, course leader
T: +44 (0)20 8417 5490
E: w.muleya@sgul.kingston.ac.uk
Human Resource
Management,
Psychology and
Change Management
We offer a range of courses that will prepare you to pursue a career
in the management of people in organisations. You can choose to
focus on the psychological aspects of managing people by taking
a business or occupational psychology course, or on the more
functionally orientated aspects by taking a course in human resource
management (HRM). Our courses mainly focus on the UK context,
but you can choose to specialise in international HRM. You will also
have the opportunity to attend a series of seminars designed to
disseminate the knowledge and expertise obtained from research on
human resource management and organisational behaviour.

Several of the HRM courses also confer membership of the UKs
key HR professional body, the Chartered Institute of Personnel
and Development; while our MSc in Occupational Psychology is
accredited by the British Psychological Society. We also provide
courses in internal communications management of people.
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Business Psychology MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgbusinesspsychology
You will investigate various approaches to
applying psychological principles in the
workplace, and how these ideas can increase
organisational, team and individual performance.
You will then apply these theories and evidence
to case studies, examples from the eld and
real-life practice either at your own company or
during a short internship.
This MSc is designed for students without an
honours degree in psychology accredited by the
British Psychological Society (BPS); if you have a
BPS-accredited degree, our MSc Occupational
Psychology is more appropriate see page 183.
Assessment
Coursework assignments, group and individual
exercises, online discussions, skills sessions,
data analysis assignment, dissertation
Examples of modules
Career Counselling, Training and Development;
Performance Appraisal and Identifying Talent;
Social and Cognitive Perspective on Work
Design; Research Methods and Dissertation
Key features
Taught jointly by Kingston Business School and
the Universitys Psychology Department, this
course provides a broad range of knowledge
and skills on which to base your personal and
professional development.
Psychometric tests help you focus on the skills
you need for your personal career aspirations.
Access to a qualied career coach enables you
to build and progress in your career.
Guest speakers from a range of organisations,
including major test publishers and business
psychology consultancies, visit the University to
share their knowledge and experience.
If you would like to develop the skills to become a business psychologist,
studying and analysing employees, identifying talent, and then coaching,
developing and enhancing their motivation and performance at work, this
course is ideal. These skills are increasingly important for organisations
and for the variety of consulting and human resource management
practices that serve them.
Entry requirements
Honours degree, or equivalent. International students
Find out more
T: +44 (0)20 8417 5852
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Human Resource Management MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pghrm
You will gain a thorough understanding of the role
of the HR profession, including its function in
relation to an organisations strategic objectives
and the broader environment. You will evaluate
various external inuences on HRM practice in
organisations, and will look into issues that
concern employment relations and employment
law, ethical issues and social responsibility.
Assessment
Group and individual exercises, including role
plays, coursework and unseen exams; dissertation
Examples of modules
Leading, Managing and Developing People in
Context; Investigating a Business Issue;
Resourcing, Talent and Reward Management;
Managing Employment Relations and
Employment Law; Research Methods and
Dissertation
Key features
You will be eligible for associate membership of
the Chartered Institute of Personnel and
Development (CIPD) on successful graduation.
Kingston University has close proximity to the
CIPD head ofce and library in Wimbledon, and
to London, for networking.
You will investigate an HR issue as part of the
consultancy project. This consultancy can be
with an organisation in the UK, the EU or even
in another country.
Teaching staff are also leading researchers in
Kingstons renowned Centre for Research in
Employability, Skills & Society (CRESS) and the
Employee Engagement Consortium.
This course offers in-depth insight into leading, managing and developing
people from different levels and perspectives, providing you with the skills
to build and develop distinctive careers in HR. It is fully accredited by the
Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, offering eligibility for
associate membership when you graduate, alongside the academic rigour
of an MA qualication.
The MA has given me a solid, credible

background from my rst professional role,
and has continued to be one of the best
decisions I have made in my life. I have
carried my learning and experiences to all of
the roles I have done since that time.
Mo Karim, UK employee relations and

industrial relations adviser at Royal Dutch Shell
Entry requirements
Good honours degree, or equivalent, OR experience
as an HR professional with CIPD qualications
(Intermediate level) OR at least 2 years HR and/or
management experience. International students must
have an ELTS score of 6.5 overall. See the course
Find out more
T: +44 (0)20 8417 5852
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International Human Resource
Management MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pginthrm
You will gain a deep insight into the strategies and
techniques multinationals use to solve HRM issues
when their employees work across multiple
countries. You will also develop your
understanding of the role of the HR profession and
its function within an organisations international
strategic objectives and the broader environment.
Assessment
Group and individual exercises, including role play,
coursework and unseen exams; dissertation
Examples of modules
Leading, Managing and Developing People in
Context; Investigating a Business Issue;
Resourcing, Talent and Reward Management;
International HRM and Comparative Employment
Law; Research Methods and Dissertation
Key features
This course confers eligibility for associate
membership of the Chartered Institute of
Personnel and Development (CIPD) on
successful graduation.
You will beneft from the Universitys close
proximity to the CIPD head ofce and library in
Wimbledon, and to London for networking.
You will investigate an HR issue as part of the
consultancy project. This consultancy can be
with an organisation in the UK, the EU or even
in another country.
Teaching staff are also leading researchers in
Kingstons renowned Centre for Research in
Employability, Skills & Society (CRESS) and the
Employee Engagement Consortium.
This course covers a broad range of HRM subjects within a multinational
context, and is designed to build or develop your professional career
in HR with an international focus. It is fully accredited by the Chartered
Institute of Personnel and Development, offering eligibility for associate
membership when you graduate, as well as an opportunity to conduct an
independent in-depth study into an international HRM-related issue.
Studying at Kingston has been the

most rewarding experience of my life. I
chose Kingston because of its ultra-modern
resources and the high value it places on
research.
Natalia Vezuh, international assignment

consultant, Brookeld Global Relocations
Entry requirements
Good honours degree, or equivalent, OR experience as
an HR professional with CIPD qualications (Intermediate
level) OR at least 2 years HR and/or management
Find out more
T: +44 (0)20 8417 5852
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Occupational Psychology MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgoccupationalpsychology
You will investigate various approaches to
applying psychological principles in the
workplace and how these ideas can increase
organisational, team and individual performance.
You will subsequently apply these theories and
evidence to case studies, examples from the eld
and real-life practice either at your own
company or during a short internship.
Assessment
Coursework assignments, group and individual
exercises, online discussions, skills sessions,
data analysis assignment, dissertation
Examples of modules
Career Counselling, Training and Development;
Performance Appraisal and Identifying Talent;
Social and Cognitive Perspectives on Work
Design; Research Methods and Dissertation
Key features
This course is accredited by the British
Psychological Society and is the only BPS-
accredited course taught jointly by a business
school and psychology department, providing a
broad range of knowledge and skills on which
to base your personal and professional
development.
Successful completion fulfls stage one of the
requirements leading towards Chartered
Membership of the BPS and full membership of
the Division of Occupational Psychology.
Psychometric tests help you focus on the skills
you need for your personal career aspirations.
You will also have access to a qualied career
coach.
You will beneft from attending lectures given by
guest speakers invited from a range of
organisations, including major test publishers
and business psychology consultancies.
This course will prepare graduates for a wealth of career options: in
occupational psychology consultancies or test publishers, and in talent
management consultancies or recruitment companies. Accredited by the
British Psychological Society (BPS), it is designed for those who have
previously studied psychology in a BPS-accredited honours degree. If you
do not have this background, our Business Psychology course is more
suitable see page 180.
Throughout my year at Kingston, it was

evident how much the teaching staff cared
about the course... The course content also
had more of a practical approach to it than
other programmes
Sophie Kolatchew, human resource systems

assistant, Regents College, London
Entry requirements
Honours degree in BPS-accredited course.
Find out more
T: +44 (0)20 8417 5852
Humanities
The School of Humanities provides a friendly and intellectually
challenging environment for postgraduate study, and is research
active in a wide range of disciplines.

There are over 50 academic staff within the School, and its work has
been highly rated in both teaching (TQA scores) and in research
(RAE scores).

The School is the conceptual home of the Kingston Writing School,
which brings together an open, vibrant community of outstanding
writers, journalists and publishing experts to engage with talented
students and an exciting range of academics, writers in residence
and guests. Find out more at www.kingstonwritingschool.com
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Applied Linguistics for
Language Teaching MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgapplt
The course offers a mix of theoretical applied
linguistic topics and more practical application of
ideas. Core modules introduce the conceptual
foundations of the subject, while option modules
cover topics that allow you to develop your own
path of enquiry.
You will gain insights into the theory and practice
of language learning and teaching, and will
develop your teaching skills through
micro-teaching in a peer-led environment and
through the optional opportunity to gain a
professional teaching qualication (CELTA*) as
part of the programme. Students may choose
this option at their own additional expense, and
at an institution of their choice, but the CELTA/
CLTA* must be studied after the end of the
second semester modules.
Assessment
Coursework, dissertation.
* The CELTA qualication is not available at Kingston University; you
will be advised of a local college where the CELTA can be studied.
Examples of modules
Language Description, Materials and Methods;
Principles of Language Learning for Language
Teaching; Option modules (eg: Autonomy in
Language Learning; Educational Technologies
for English Language Teaching; Language
and Society: Principles and Theory; Teaching
Language for Specic Purposes; Dissertation
Pathway 1 plus Research Skills; Dissertation
Pathway 2: CELTA* plus Critical Reection Skills)
Key features
You will have the opportunity to observe
teachers in practice to gain a deeper
understanding of classroom management and
language teaching pedagogy, as well as the
chance to design and use teaching materials.
As well as gaining research skills from both
qualitative and quantitative perspectives, you
will also gain employability skills, such as
criticality and advanced oral and written
communication, which are relevant not only to
language teaching, but also to other teaching-
related professions.
This practice-based programme is aimed specically at postgraduate
students, with or without language teaching experience, who intend to
develop their careers in language teaching of not only English but also
other languages. It is suitable for both native speakers and non-native
speakers of English. Students may be eligible for a bursary.
Entry requirements
A second-class degree, or above, or equivalent relevant
experience. Applicants will be interviewed, either face to
face or by email. International students must have an
Find out more
T: +44 (0)20 8417 2361
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Creative Writing MA/MFA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgcreativewriting
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgcreativewritingmfa
You will use the types of books, stories and
poems that the professional writers on the course
like to read as the basis of your studies; and
you will learn how to critique the work of fellow
students and colleagues, and how to make best
use of the critiques received in turn. You will
explore effective workshop practices and gain
critical skills, both academic and creative. You will
learn about the best techniques and practices of
particular genres, copy-editing, and career and
publishing opportunities.
Codes and conventions of the craft will be
explored. Comparative strategies from
screenplay writing to poetry, and from radio drama
to short stories will be made available through
group readings, workshops and one-to-one
tutorials. You will also have the opportunity to assist
with Kingston University Press, write creative and
critical pieces for the MFA blog, and receive
one-to-one tutorials with visiting professional
writers, writers in residence and poets. In addition,
you may assist either on the student magazine,
Ripple, or our latest postgraduate creative writing
publication, Pages. All MFA students have the
opportunity to teach on an undergraduate
module and earn a teaching certicate.
Assessment
MA: Portfolios of exercises, edited and revised
creative writing with evidence of extensive drafting,
essays, presentations, research projects, substantial
piece of creative writing of publishable standard
MFA: Book-length creative dissertation; critical
reading log of approx. 4,500 words. Students
also take a series of unaccredited modules for
which they will produce creative work, reading
and teaching logs, critical commentary on
selected texts and short essays.
Examples of modules
Creative Writing Dissertation (MA) OR Advanced
Dissertation Project (MFA); Special Study:
Workshops in Popular Genre Writing; Structure
and Style; Ten Critical Challenges for Creative
Writers; Writers Workshop
Key features
The course is taught by a combination of highly
experienced staff, visiting professors, writers in
residence, guest speakers with expertise in
publishing, visiting writers, and through peer
review. Workshops involve one-to-one or small
group study with experts in your chosen area.
Faber and Faber sponsors a prize for both the
MFA and MA.
These courses are uniquely exible programmes designed to enable you
to develop the craft of creative writing while specialising in a chosen genre:
ction, childrens literature, creative non-ction or poetry. You will receive
expert guidance and rigorous, constructive feedback from established,
published creative writers in the genre or form of your choice. Professional
writers and visiting professors provide regular input to workshops.
Entry requirements
Good degree (MFA: preferably 2:1 OR, if post-MA, MA
in Creative Writing or similar), sample of creative writing
(MA: 3,000 words; MFA: 5,000 words), personal
statement (1,000 words) and references. International
students must have an IELTS score of 6.5 overall, with
7.0 in writing. See the course webpage for full details.
Find out more
T: +44 (0)20 8417 2361
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Creative Writing low-residency MA/MFA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgcreativewritinglow
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgcreativewritinglowmfa
During the residency periods, you will take part in
small group workshops combined with readings
by colleagues, writers in residence, students and
guests. Distance-learning modules will include
individual tutorials, and you will have access to
supporting materials online, including streamed
lectures and readings. You will then write a
15,000-word dissertation accompanied by a
3,000-word critical review, which you will begin to
plan as part of the June residency. MFA students
can also study modules culminating in the
Universitys postgraduate teaching certicate,
and, as part of the course, teach an
undergraduate session in creative writing.
Assessment
Continuous assessments in individual accredited
modules, plus assessment of nal dissertation
Examples of modules
Creative Writing Dissertation (MA) OR Advanced
Dissertation Project (MFA); Critical Challenges for
Creative Writers (Residency Module 1); Special
Study: Workshops in Popular Genre Writing
(distance learning); Structure and Style (Residency
Module 2); Writers Workshop (low residency)
Key features
You will meet and engage with a large number
of highly professional and acclaimed writers
across a range of genres, as well as publishing
agents and professionals.
Seminar rooms and computer facilities will be
provided for students taking the residency
modules. Local accommodation and advice on
options will also be arranged all meals will be
provided during the residency periods.
You may beneft from our established links with
organisations such as Hampton Court Palace,
the Bush Theatre (Shepherds Bush), Faber and
Faber, the Rose Theatre (Kingston), Oxfam, The
Poetry Cafe, the Troubadour and others.
If you would like to contact the course directors
with any queries, please call either Dr Adam
Baron (for the MA) on 020 8417 2289 or email
a.baron@kingston.ac.uk, or call Dr Paul Perry
(for the MFA) on 020 8417 7004 or email
p.perry@kingston.ac.uk.
Taught via distance learning (eg email and Skype) combined with two
one-week residency periods at Kingston University, these low-residency
courses provide the opportunity to work with a range of well-established
and award-winning writers without having to relocate or give up your
current job. The MFA also enables you to receive training and experience
in higher education teaching, preparing you to become an accredited
creative writing teacher as well as a published writer.
Entry requirements
Good degree (MFA: preferably 2:1 OR, if post-MA, MA
in Creative Writing or similar), sample of creative writing
(MA: 3,000 words; MFA: 5,000 words), personal
statement (1,000 words) and references. International
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Creative Writing & Pedagogy MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgcwpedagogy
You will develop your own creative writing
alongside a study of creative writing pedagogy,
with an emphasis on contemporary best practice
and the intellectual and theoretical contexts of
creative writing. You will explore the publications
of a number of writers whose work reects the
social and historical contexts of creative writing
pedagogy, including how creative writing has
been taught in secondary schools and in the
community. You will also have the opportunity to
concentrate on your own specic interests, and
will undertake a series of written responses in
the form of a log, which will include reections on
your approach to creative writing pedagogy.
Assessment
Portfolios of exercises, edited and revised
creative writing with evidence of extensive
drafting, essays, presentations, research projects
in creative writing pedagogy, substantial piece
of creative writing and/or substantial research
projects in creative writing pedagogy
Examples of modules
Creative Writing Pedagogy 1&2; Structure and
Style; Writers Workshop; Creative Writing
Dissertation
Key features
You will be taught by, meet and engage with a
large number of highly professional and
acclaimed writers across a range of genres.
You will take part in a teaching practicum that
will include classroom experience and
curriculum development.
Alongside your creative writing and pedagogy
studies, you will also gain essential transferable
skills, such as planning and carrying out
academic research, developing analytical and
critical thought, and making an efcient use of
resources.
You may have the opportunity to work on either
the student magazine, Ripple, or our latest
postgraduate creative writing publication,
Pages, or assist at Kingston University Press.
This course offers top-level creative writing and pedagogy training, and
will enable you to work on your writing in different genres while being
supported by published practitioners. Designed to provide condence and
competence in the professional practice of creative writing and the theory
and teaching of creative writing, the course will prepare you to become not
only a writer, but also a teacher of creative writing. For existing teachers of
creative writing, it will also provide postgraduate professional development.
Entry requirements
Good degree, 3,000-word sample of creative writing,
1,000-word personal statement and references.
overall, with 7.0 in writing. See webpage for full details.
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Creative Writing & Publishing MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgcreativewritingpublishing
The creative writing element of this course is
workshop-led and, in the second semester,
you will be given the opportunity to specialise
in the genre of your choice, be it poetry, drama
or childrens ction. The publishing element
focuses on marketing-led commercial and trade
publishing, and the modules you study will focus
on the structure of the industry and the core skills
required to enter it.
You can choose to write an academic
dissertation to demonstrate your analytical skills
and competence, or undertake a major practical
publishing project as your nal assessment. If
you choose to take your dissertation in creative
writing, you will write an extensive piece of
creative writing accompanied by critical essay
you will be supervised by a professional writer.
Assessment
Essays, reports, presentations, briefs, research
projects, portfolios
Examples of modules
Create: The Business of Publishing; Special
Study: Workshops in Popular Genre Writing;
Writers Workshop; Option modules (eg: Creative
Writing Dissertation OR Practical Publishing
Project OR Publishing Dissertation; Do: Work
Placements, Networking and Career Planning;
Make: Content Development and Production;
Share: Strategic Marketing and Sales)
Key features
As well as teaching staff with practical
experience of working in publishing and/or
creative writing industries, this MA also benets
from a thriving literary and academic community
see www.kingstonwritingschool.com
We offer a series of masterclasses.
We have exceptional links with major publishers,
such as Hodder, Random House, Penguin,
Bloomsbury and Weidenfeld & Nicolson, and
you will have the opportunity to enter your work
into competitions sponsored by The Bookseller
magazine and Faber and Faber.
Bursaries are available for students working on
our literary magazine Ripple and our Kingston
Publishing blog. There are also opportunities to
work on live projects for Kingston University Press.
With very few budding writers making a living from writing alone, this
course offers creative writers the chance to learn not only the craft
of writing, but also current trends in publishing from world-renowned
professionals. It offers the chance to develop a creative writing portfolio at
the same time as getting to grips with the publishing industry.
Entry requirements
Good degree, 3,000-word sample of creative writing,
1,000-word personal statement and references.
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Criticism, Literature & Theory MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgcritlit
You will examine the key concepts desire,
power, difference, textuality, affect, transgression
and distinctive positions of the major
theoretical writings of 20th-century criticism,
from structuralism and Marxism, to heterology
and schizoanalysis. The aim is to understand
the basis of theoretical engagements with all
forms of culture, and to trace future directions in
specialised, research-led option modules.
The Critical Methods module provides rigorous
preparation for your dissertation, and is based on
research-led seminars conducted by international
specialists in the eld.
Assessment
Essays, research papers, reports, poster
presentations, dissertation
Examples of modules
Critical Conjunctions: Theory at its Limits;
Critical Methods; Criticism, Literature, Theory
Dissertation; Option modules (eg: Critical
Explorations 1; Critical Explorations 2; Critical
and Cultural Theory: Identity and Representation;
German Critical Theory)
Key features
This course covers new approaches to critical
theory and comprises a strong interdisciplinary
arts and humanities context.
The course is taught by leading researchers in
the eld, with regular visits by international
scholars. Recent speakers have included
Giorgio Agamben, tienne Balibar, Andrew
Benjamin, Geoffrey Bennington, Drucilla
Cornell, Simon Critchley, Franois Laurelle,
China Miville, Gayatri Chakravorty Spivak, and
Samuel Weber.
You will beneft from the vibrant environment of
the London Graduate School, which offers
unprecedented access to a programme of
cutting-edge academic and cultural events.
You will have the opportunity to take part in
major international conferences and events,
sharing and learning from the experiences of
others with expertise in the eld.
Literary and critical theory has transformed studies in the arts and
humanities. This course combines cutting-edge theory with critical
invention, exploring the cross-disciplinary strength of literature as it
traverses multiple media. It aims to provide an extensive grounding in
a range of theoretical approaches, as well as to develop analytical and
interpretative techniques, high levels of presentation and communication
skills, and guidance for independent research.
Entry requirements
Good degree, or equivalent, in one of the disciplines; a
sample of writing may be requested, plus references.
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You will study conceptual approaches to literature
through your choice of option modules, which cover
a range of genres, including early modern literature,
18th-century and Victorian literature, 20th-century
and contemporary literature, life writing, literature
and empire, suburban studies and gender studies.
You will also gain a thorough training in advanced
research techniques and academic writing skills
through the core Advanced Postgraduate Study
Skills module. Your 15,000-word dissertation will
allow you to research a subject of your choice,
produced under the supervision of a specialist
academic member of staff.
Assessment
Essays and other written coursework,
presentations, 15,000-word dissertation
Examples of modules
Advanced Postgraduate Study Skills; English
Literature Dissertation; Three option modules (eg:
Critical and Cultural Theory: Identity and
Representation; Empire and its Aftermath; Gender
and Sexuality; Life Writing; Location and Literature)
Key features
This course enables you to become part of a
vibrant postgraduate community and attend
keynote lectures and events organised by the
London Graduate School (www.thelondon
graduateschool.co.uk) and the Kingston Writing
School (www.kingstonwritingschool.com).
Capitalising on our London location, several
modules are complemented by eld trips to
enhance and support your learning experience.
The English department is home to two
archives of books and papers relating to the
work of Iris Murdoch, as well as the Sheridan
Morley archive of theatrical life writing and
ephemera. In addition, the department also
contributes to the Centre for Suburban Studies,
the Centre for Life Writing, the Iris Murdoch
Centre and the Victorian Popular Fiction
Association.
English Literature MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgenglishma
This exciting course provides an opportunity to further your English
studies across a broad range of literary traditions and historical periods.
It combines contemporary theoretical approaches with practical research
skills to develop your knowledge and understanding of English literature
through a number of focused topics taught by specialists in the eld.
It aims to sharpen your skills of literary research, writing and analysis
through the close study of both literary writings and related forms.
This MA has given me grounding

in essential questions of gender, race,
oppressions, sexuality and ethics, as well
as renement in academic conventions
referencing and style and a valuable
introduction to sustained, self-directed study
in the form of the nal dissertation.
Daniel Bristow, graduate

Entry requirements
Good degree, or equivalent, in English Literature or related
subject, 3,000-word critical writing on a literary topic/
work, 1,000-word personal statement, plus references.
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The MA combines core and option modules from
within the programme and related courses. You
will explore a range of topics relating to the study
of language and society, including language and
ethnic identity; intercultural communication; bi/
multilingualism; attitudes to language varieties;
voice, narrative and inequality in ordinary and
institutional settings; language and emotion;
computer-mediated communication; and media
representations of social worlds.
In the nal part of the programme, you will
complete an original piece of research in the
form of a dissertation research project, which
is supported by a set of interactive lectures on
research methods and regular meetings with an
allocated supervisor.
Assessment
Essays, presentations, practical projects and
exams, nal dissertation
Examples of modules
Dissertation Project; Language and Society:
Principles and Theory; Option modules (eg:
Discourse, Power and Inequality; Language
Description, Materials and Methods; Language,
Ethnicity and Identity; Political Communication,
Advocacy and Campaigning; Principles of
Intercultural Communication; Language and
Emotion; Language and Media; Meaning;
Narrative)
Key features
The course covers interdisciplinary topics
related to the elds of linguistics and applied
linguistics, sociolinguistics, pragmatics,
sociology, anthropology, (new) media and
communication, and provides the opportunity
to critically engage with current theories as well
as ongoing debates in the eld.
The mix of core and option modules enables you
to broaden and develop specic areas of interest
within the subeld of language and society.
You will have the opportunity to draw and
reect on your own experiences as a language
user in an increasingly multilingual society.
Language & Society MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pglanguageandsociety
This course explores key concepts in sociolinguistics and their application
to areas including language ideologies and power, language, culture
and identity, spoken and written discourses, performance and social
interaction, and language and meaning. The MA is unique in that it
allows you to undertake original research in language and society from
a sociolinguistic or sociocultural perspective. It is designed for students
who have a degree in English language, linguistics, sociology or a cognate
subject area, as well as those who work in language-related professions
(such as teachers, translators and language consultants).
Entry requirements
Good second-class degree, or equivalent, in English or
related subject. International students must have an
IELTS score of 6.5 overall. See the course webpage for
full details.
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Journalism MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgjournalism
You will develop a range of professional and
practical skills and knowledge that will equip you
for a job in journalism, including news and feature
writing, public affairs, online journalism, media
law and shorthand. In addition, you will have the
opportunity to write for and edit an online edition
of our newspaper, The River, and will undertake
at least one industry work placement.
You will research and write a dissertation or
carry out an equivalent work-based practical
project. This will develop your critical thinking and
analytical skills, and give you the chance to carry
out independent academic research.
Assessment
Coursework, NCTJ examinations and
coursework portfolio, 12,00015,000-word
dissertation or practical project
Examples of modules
Court Reporting; Hands-on Journalism; Journalism
and Power; Journalism in Context: Law, Ethics and
the Industry; Shorthand (postgraduate); Journalism
Dissertation; Practical Journalism Project; Option
modules (eg: Feature writing; Specialist journalism:
Arts and Entertainment; Specialist Journalism:
Business; Specialist Journalism: Sport)
Key features
You will take the NCTJs exams as part of
your course, providing you with a qualication
considered to be a passport to a wide range of
journalism jobs.
As well as providing practical skills, this course
will engage you in discussion and debate
about the state and future of the industry, and
the legal, political and ethical context in which
journalists operate.
You will be taught by practising journalists
with a range of experience and contacts in
newspapers, magazines and online, and will
have access to our newsroom, equipped with
telephones, professional newswires, 24-hour
news channels, industry-standard software,
and a content management system (CMS) for
uploading web copy.
Accredited by the National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ),
this course equips you for a career in journalism by offering the industrys
most sought-after qualication alongside your masters degree. It
combines professional training and academic study with the skills you will
need to succeed in this intensely competitive industry.
The future of journalism is online; yet,

only Kingston placed enough emphasis on
the development of web training.
Patrick Smith, junior content editor, Telegraph

Media Group
Entry requirements
Degree (2:1 or above), or equivalent, in essay-writing
subject demonstrating high standards of literacy; and/
or evidence of substantial and demonstrable
professional commitment to journalism. International
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Magazine Journalism MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgmagazinejournalism
You will be taught through a combination of
lectures and seminars and practical workshops
focusing on hands-on activities, such as writing,
interviewing, sub-editing, magazine production,
blogging, and writing and uploading copy for the
web. In collaboration with other students, you will
produce a magazine (print and online), and will
undertake at least one placement on a published
title. You will also have the opportunity to study
feature writing, design and production, journalism
practices and the business of magazines.
Finally, you will carry out a 12,00015,000-word
dissertation or a related practical project.
Assessment
Articles, features, news, portfolios, case studies,
presentations, essays, dissertation, work-based
learning
Examples of modules
Feature writing; Hands-on Journalism;
Journalism in Context: Law, Ethics and the
Industry; Magazine Publishing; MA Journalism
Dissertation; Practical Journalism Project; Option
module: Shorthand (postgraduate)
Key features
Our tutors are practising journalists with a range
of experience in print magazines, newspapers
and online. You will also benet from the input of
guest speakers from national magazines and
newspapers, both print and online. Past speakers
have included Guardian feature writers Simon
Hattenstone and Decca Aitkenhead; Louise
Court, editor of Cosmopolitan UK; Luke Lewis,
editor of NME.com; campaigning journalist
John Pilger and Jon Snow of Channel 4 News.
This course is accredited by the Periodical
Training Council (PTC) is the lead body for best
practice in training and development for the
magazine and business media industry.
The Journalism department has a successful
partnership with Haymarket Network, providing
the opportunity to compete for Haymarket
fellowships annually.
This course which is accredited by the Periodical Training Council, the
lead body for the magazine industry is designed to give those aspiring
to work in this burgeoning sector the best possible start on the road to
success. It addresses subjects such as newswriting, sub-editing and
design techniques, research skills, and online journalism and media law.
From feature and newswriting, to

advertising knowledge and design experience
and the great focus on online experience, you
graduate well-equipped for many more jobs
than just being a newsreporter.
Emma Day, web and sub-editor, Harrods

Entry requirements
Degree (2:1 or above), or equivalent, in essay-writing
subject demonstrating high standards of literacy; and/
or evidence of substantial and demonstrable
professional commitment to journalism. International
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Publishing MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgpublish
You will learn everything you need to know
about the publishing industry, from its structure,
the production processes involved, including
commissioning titles, editing copy and branding
issues, to how to market the title and ensure
dissemination. You will attend masterclasses by
leading publishers and publishing professionals to
keep you up to date with industry developments.
You will also develop and demonstrate your
analytical skills and competence through your
dissertation or practical project.
Assessment
Blog posts, business and marketing plans, case
studies, critical reections, essays, portfolios,
group and individual presentations
Examples of modules
Create: The Business of Publishing; Do: Work
Placements, Networking and Career Planning;
Practical Publishing Project; Publishing
Dissertation; Option modules (eg: Magazine
Publishing; Make: Content Development and
Production; Share: Strategic Marketing and
Sales; Writers Workshop)
Key features
This course will help develop your skills and
prepare you for a career in the publishing
industry, whether as publisher, agent or supplier.
The competencies acquired through this course
have an increasingly wide transferrable value
within the international economy as a whole.
You will beneft from the input of a dynamic
Publishers Advisory Board, members of which
give lectures and masterclasses on the MA and
contribute to its development.
You will undertake a work placement with a
relevant organisation, usually represented by a
member of our Publishers Advisory Board.
These placements have resulted in many of our
students gaining references and employment
opportunities within the industry.
To fnd out more, and for news and views from
the MA Publishing team, visit
kingstonpublishing.wordpress.com
From books and magazines, to apps and websites, publishers of the future
need excellent product-development, consumer-marketing and digital-
technology skills. To succeed in this global business, you will also need
great organisational and communication skills, outstanding attention to
detail and the ability to work effectively with others; and, because no-one
quite knows what the future of publishing holds, the best publishers will be
those who can think on their feet and embrace and exploit new challenges.
we had the opportunity to meet and

quiz very important and inuential people in
the industry. They offered guidance as how
to approach and break into the world of
publishing.
Blanka Biernat, talking about the masterclasses

Entry requirements
Degree (2:1 or above), or equivalent, and/or
demonstrable enthusiasm for publishing. International
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Law
Kingston Law School has a long and excellent reputation for
providing masters courses designed to meet the demands of todays
organisations and the ever-changing global economy.

Our courses suit the needs of new entrants to specialist areas, as
well as those with more-advanced strategic aims and those seeking
professional career progression. We also offer a doctoral research
degree in law.

The Schools expert academic team includes two National Teaching
Award winners and fellows from the Higher Education Academy.
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Corporate & Financial Law LLM
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgllmbusiness
You will study four law modules at least two of
which will be specic to corporate and nancial
law, with the other remaining modules chosen
from the list of General Law LLM option modules
(page 201). You will also gain signicant research
and analytical skills, and your dissertation
provides further opportunity to gain specialist
expertise in an area of particular relevance to
corporate and nancial law.
Assessment
Written coursework, examinations, dissertation
Examples of modules
(*Choose two to four asterisked modules)
Company Law*; Insolvency Law*; Intellectual
Property Law*; Legal Aspects of Business
Finance*; Legal Research and Dissertation;
Option modules (choose up to two from the
General Law LLM option modules see
page 201)
Key features
For practising solicitors, barristers and other
legal professionals, this LLM qualication will
help hone and direct your work towards the
eld that interests you the most and give you
the opportunity to refresh and enhance your
knowledge and research skills. A specialised
LLM will signicantly improve your prospects of
career progression in the direction you want.
Taught modules on the LLMs are recognised
for continuing professional development (CPD)
purposes.
This course enables you to acquire a detailed knowledge and understanding
of legal rules relating to business. It is designed to enhance your prospects
of gaining employment in roles such as professional or in-house legal
adviser, or company administrator, and in other areas of work where the
ability to apply and advise upon business law issues is signicant.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree (2:2 or above) in law or in a
subject where the major component is in law; OR
Graduate Diploma in Law (CPE), Legal Practice Course
or Bar Vocational Course; OR qualication as a solicitor
or barrister. International students must have an IELTS
score of 6.5. See the course webpage for full details.
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E: pglawenquiry@kingston.ac.uk
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Dispute Resolution LLM
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgllmdispute
You will study at least two modules specic to
dispute resolution law, with the other remaining
modules chosen from the list of General Law
LLM option modules (see page 201). You will
also gain signicant research and analytical skills,
and your dissertation provides further opportunity
to gain specialist expertise in an area of particular
relevance to dispute resolution.
Assessment
Examples of modules
Advocacy*; Alternative Dispute Resolution*;
Arbitration*; Family Mediation*; Legal Research
and Dissertation; Option modules (choose up to
two from the General Law LLM option modules
see page 201; students who wish to apply for
membership of the Chartered Institute of
Arbitrators must choose Evidence and Arbitral
Awards as one of their modules.)
Key features
We also offer a Dispute Resolution
Postgraduate Certicate course. For more
information, see www.kingston.ac.uk/
pgdisputeresolution
purposes.
This course will enable you to acquire a detailed knowledge and
understanding of legal rules relating to dispute resolution. It is designed
to enhance your prospects of gaining employment in dispute resolution
departments of professional lawyers or in other areas of work where the ability
to resolve disputes is signicant. On successful completion of this course,
and on passing a separate exam for Evidence and Arbitral Awards, you will be
eligible for application for membership of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators.
Entry requirements
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Employment Law LLM
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgllmemployment
employment law, with the other remaining
relevance to employment law.
Assessment
Examples of modules
Alternative Dispute Resolution*; Individual
Employment Law*; Labour Law in the Global
Economy*; Termination of Employment*; Legal
Research and Dissertation; Option modules
(choose up to two from the General Law LLM
option modules see page 201)
Key features
purposes.
This course provides a detailed knowledge and understanding of the
legal rules relating to employment, including the role of social, political
and economic policy in the formulation of modern labour laws, both in the
UK and with reference to international labour standards. It is designed to
enhance your prospects of gaining employment in professional legal private
practice, human resource management and other areas of work where the
ability to apply and advise upon employment law issues is signicant.
Entry requirements
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Environmental Law & Sustainability LLM
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgllmenvironment
environmental law, with the other remaining
LLM option modules (see page 201). You may
also choose from modules related to the
environment from other departments of the
University, in particular from the School of
Geology, Geography and the Environment and
the School of Surveying and Planning. You will
relevance to environmental law and sustainability.
Assessment
Examples of modules
Environmental Law and Regulation*; Energy and
Climate Change Law* (subject to validation);
International Environmental Law and Sustainability*;
International Law and Economic Development*;
Legal Research and Dissertation; Option
modules (choose up to two from the General
Law LLM option modules see page 201)
Key features
purposes.
This course looks at legal issues relating to the environment and
sustainability. It covers topics such as the legal framework for the
protection of the environment; the legal rules and policies relating to
environmental protection within the EU and at international level; the
concept of sustainability as a policy consideration and its contribution
to informing the legal protection of the environment; and the impact of
international economic law on policies relating to sustainability. It also
provides the opportunity to participate in an internship programme with an
environmental consultancy.
Entry requirements
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General Law LLM
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgllm
You will choose four option modules from an
extensive list. You will also gain signicant research
and analytical skills, and your dissertation provides
further opportunity to gain specialist expertise in
an area of particular relevance and interest to you.
Assessment
Examples of modules
Legal Research and Dissertation; Four option
modules (eg: Advocacy; Alternative Dispute
Resolution; Arbitration; Bribery and Corruption;
Civil Procedure; Company Law; Comparative
Law of Obligations; Environmental Law and
Regulation; EU Competition Law; Energy and
Climate Change Law (subject to validation);
Evidence and Arbitral Awards; Family Mediation;
Immigration and Refugee Law; Individual
Employment Law; Insolvency Law; Intellectual
Property Law; International Economic Law;
International Environmental Law and
Sustainability; International Law and Economic

Development; International Trade Contracts;
Labour Law in the Global Economy; Law of
International Trade; Legal Aspects of Business
Finance; Termination of Employment)
Key features
Taught modules on the LLMs are recognised for
continuing professional development purposes.
The LLM General Law provides you with the opportunity to take
advantage of a very exible programme of taught modules by creating a
programme of study designed to suit your interests and aspirations.
I chose the General LLM to take advantage

of the wide choice of options. Ive discovered a
real interest in family mediation.
Marsha Single, LLM General Law student

Entry requirements
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International Commercial Law LLM
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgllmcommercial
international commercial law, with the other
remaining modules chosen from the list of
General Law LLM option modules (see page
201). You will also gain signicant research and
analytical skills, and your dissertation provides
further opportunity to gain specialist expertise
in an area of particular relevance to international
commercial law.
Assessment
Examples of modules
Arbitration*; EU Competition Law*; International
Trade Contracts*; Law of International Trade*;
Legal Research and Dissertation; Option
modules (choose up to two from General Law
LLM option modules see page 201)
Key features
purposes.
This course will enable you to gain a detailed knowledge and
understanding of legal rules relating to international commerce and the
resolution of disputes. It aims to develop your ability to analyse, evaluate
and refect upon these rules. The course is designed to enhance your
prospects of gaining employment in professional legal private practice,
business or legal consultancy in industry.
Entry requirements
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Law with Criminology LLM
www.kingston.ac.uk/pglawjoint
This degree investigates and analyses the
sociolegal processes involved in law making
and law breaking, law enforcement and penal
sanctions. You will explore these issues within
both national and global contexts. Expert
practitioners work alongside academics to deliver
a postgraduate programme that encourages
informed debate and evidence-based evaluation
on a range of topical issues in the eld of crime
and crime control.
You will be taught by academic staff from
both Kingston Law School and the School of
Psychology, Criminology and Sociology. You will
take 90 credits of law modules and 30 credits
of criminology modules, plus a dissertation (60
credits), and will acquire signicant research
and analytical skills in the areas of law and
criminology. This will substantially enhance
your prospects of gaining employment as, for
example, a professional or in-house legal adviser
and in other areas of work where the ability to
apply and advise upon legal issues is signicant.
Assessment
Written coursework, dissertation
Examples of modules
Criminology; Legal Research and Dissertation;
Option modules (choose three from the General
Law LLM option modules see page 102)
Key features
purposes.
This course is ideal if you have a primary interest in law but would also like
to develop your knowledge of criminology. It is designed to allow you to
study these two complementary disciplines in an integrated way, drawing
on the specialist knowledge of practitioners and academics from across
the University.
Entry requirements
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Law with Finance LLM
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgllmnance
In addition to improving your nancial skills
through the study of a nance module, you will
choose three law modules from the extensive
range of General Law LLM option modules (see
page 201). You will also gain signicant research
and analytical skills, and your dissertation
provides further opportunity to gain specialist
expertise in an area of particular relevance and
interest to you.
Assessment
Examples of modules
Financial Resource Management (title tbc); Legal
Research and Dissertation; Option modules
(choose three from the General Law LLM option
modules see page 201)
Key features
purposes.
This course enables you to develop an understanding of fnance while
increasing your knowledge of a chosen area or areas of law, providing you
with the advanced legal knowledge and practical skills and techniques to
enhance your career prospects, whether in legal or commercial practice.
It also covers aspects of UK and international social and business cultures
and practices.
Entry requirements
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Law with Law of International Trade LLM
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgllm
You will study a module specic to the law of
international trade and three other modules
chosen from the extensive list of General Law
relevance and interest to you.
Assessment
Examples of modules
Law of International Trade; Legal Research and
Dissertation; Option modules (choose three from
the General Law LLM option modules see
page 201)
Key features
purposes.
This course provides the opportunity to examine the law of international
trade while also taking advantage of a exible programme of taught
modules by choosing additional areas of study to suit your interests and
aspirations.
Entry requirements
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Law Doctorate PhD by Research
www.kingston.ac.uk/lawphd
You will research a topic of your choice,
culminating in an 80,000-word thesis, which will
be the subject of an oral examination in which
you will show how you have critically investigated
your area of research and made an independent
and original contribution. You will also be
expected to attend research training sessions
and seminars that reect upon aspects of
conducting research in law. In addition, you will
be invited to attend research seminars arranged
for the academic staff.
Assessment
80,000-word thesis, oral exam
Key features
Kingston Law School is a recognised ESRC
(Economic and Social Research Council) outlet,
and the ESRC recognises this programme as
fullling its requirements to provide broad-
based research training.
The high calibre of Kingstons students and
alumni provide excellent networking
opportunities.
Whether you are planning a career as an academic or as a professional
researcher, this PhD will enable you to develop the appropriate research
skills and enhance your professional credibility. It aims to provide you
with the supervision and skills needed to complete your PhD thesis. We
particularly invite applications in the areas of business law, legal history,
criminal justice, public administration, employment law, and jurisprudence/
law and social theory for more areas, see the course webpage.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree and a masters degree in
Law or related subject, plus references and relevant
score of 7 overall. See the webpage for full details.
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Life Sciences
Life sciences covers the structure and behaviour of living organisms,
their life processes and relationships to each other and their
environment.
At Kingston, our staff comprises anatomists, biochemists,
biomedical scientists, ecologists, forensic scientists, geneticists,
molecular biologists, nutritionists, parasitologists, pathologists,
pharmacologists and sports scientists. In addition, we have invested
heavily in the development of labs for teaching and research to
ensure that our students graduate with the skills they need to be
successful in the modern world.
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Core modules will familiarise you with the
theoretical and practical aspects of molecular
medicine used in research and hospital
laboratories; the molecular basis of
immunological mechanisms; and cellular
mechanisms of disease, physiological
manifestations and implications to public health.
You will learn about the principles and practice of
laboratory management in biomedical science,
and you will acquire the skills required for
researching and communicating in biomedical
science. You will also study modules in your
elected specialist route. In addition to subject-
specic knowledge, the course aims to develop
your communication and other skills.
Assessment
Essays, practical reports, critical analysis, poster
presentations, written exam, research project
Examples of modules
Research Techniques and Scientic
Communication; Immunology and the Biology of
Disease; Research Project; Specialist route
option module: Medical Microbiology (eg:
Taxonomy of Microorganisms and Diagnosis of
Infectious Disease; Microbial Pathogenesis and
Control of Infectious Disease) OR Haematology
(eg: Anaemia, Haemostasis and Blood
Transfusion; Haematological Malignancy)
Key features
Employability is embedded within the
curriculum to maximise job opportunities in a
wide variety of biomedical-science-related
careers, including hospital and commercial
laboratories, research, teaching and sales.
Research-led and research-informed teaching
provides increased opportunities for
postgraduate research and capstone projects.
It is possible to carry out your research project
within one of our research groups or as part of
an industrial placement.
Biomedical Science: Haematology/
Medical Microbiology MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgbiomed
This course, accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science, provides an
in-depth understanding of disease processes. It links academic knowledge
to the practical applications of biomedical science, particularly in relation
to modern diagnostic methods. You can choose to study one of two
pathways haematology or medical microbiology. Taught by researchers
and expert practitioners, the course content is kept up to date through
extensive links with leading healthcare and research laboratories such as
GlaxoSmithKline, the Institute of Cancer Research and local hospitals.
We were inspired and motivated by

lecturers who made studying a pleasure.
Jackie Kenny, MSc Biomedical Science graduate

Entry requirements
Honours degree (min. 2:2) in a related subject with
signicant immunology and specialism-relevant
subjects. See the course webpage for more
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Biomedical Science with
Management Studies MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgbiomedmgt
The programme comprises four taught modules
and an extended three-month research project
involving the design and practice of research,
with some opportunities for securing research
placements at top UK industry and healthcare
providers.
The two core and one specialist module focus on
biomedical science, with the specialist module
enabling you to choose between either
haematology or medical microbiology. The
Business in Practice module links management
studies nance, accounting, marketing,
organisational management, entrepreneurship and
leadership/team skills with careers in science.
In addition to subject knowledge, you will
develop written, oral, analytical and employability
skills to masters level.
Assessment
Essays, practical reports, critical analysis, poster
presentations, written exam, research project
Examples of modules
Research Techniques and Scientic
Communication; Immunology and the Biology of
Disease; Research Project; Specialist module
(eg: Taxonomy of Microorganisms and Diagnosis
of Infectious Disease OR Microbial Pathogenesis
and Control of Infectious Disease OR Anaemia,
Haemostasis and Blood Transfusion OR
Haematological Malignancy); Business in Practice
Key features
Assessment has been carefully designed with
opportunities for feedback and feedforward.
The course contains research-led and
research-informed teaching, with increased
opportunities for postgraduate research and
capstone projects.
A robust, academically led personal tutor
system helps to personalise your experience
and track your academic development.
Employability is embedded within the curriculum
to maximise job potential at the end of the course.
The Business in Practice module is taught at
weekends and includes virtual lectures,
allowing the exibility to t your studies around
other commitments.
This course provides a broad understanding of disease processes and their
diagnosis, linked to in-depth studies of haematology or medical microbiology,
together with detailed exploration of management practices. It is designed
to link academic knowledge with the practical applications of biomedical
science and management, and will prepare you for a career in biomedical
science management or small business development. Taught by researchers
and expert practising biomedical scientists and business managers, there
is the opportunity to partake in internationally acclaimed research.
Entry requirements
Honours degree (min. 2:2) in a related subject with
signicant immunology and specialism-relevant
subjects. See the course webpage for more
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Biotechnology / with Management
Studies MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgbiotechnology
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgbiotechnologymgt
The philosophy and rationale of the course is to
provide relevant skills and knowledge that will
equip you to pursue a career in the global
biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, as
well as to pursue an academic research career.
You will gain an in-depth knowledge of the theory
and the essential practical skills in molecular
biology, biochemistry and genetics that are
applicable to biotechnology. The focus of the
course is on the medical, environmental and
agricultural applications of such technology, but it
will also ensure that you are aware of the diversity
of biotechnology research and enterprise,
including exploring entrepreneurship opportunities.
If you choose the with Management Studies
route, you will also gain skills in business and
management that are key to management
careers in biotechnology.
Assessment
Coursework (including project reports, laboratory
reports, group presentations, essays and case
studies), exam
Examples of modules
Biotechnology; Research Techniques and
Scientic Communication; Research Project;
Business in Practice (with Management Studies
route); Two option modules (eg: Microbial
Pathogenesis and Control of Infectious Disease;
Haematological Malignancy; Cellular and
Molecular Biology of Cancer; Separation Science;
Molecular and Atomic Spectroscopy;
Pharmaceutical and Analytical Technology)
Key features
Lecturers and invited speakers from other
institutions are experts in their elds and publish
in the research literature, presenting their
research ndings at international conferences.
The course is supported by the latest
equipment and technology; for example, Ion
Torrent next-generation sequencing technology
for DNA and RNA sequencing.
This MSc is evolving alongside the eld of biotechnology, through lectures
on cutting-edge developments, experts seminars on research in progress,
and assignments that explore individual students interests. Content is
informed by research and by guest speakers who are experts in their
elds. The with Management Studies route addresses the growing need
that laboratories and biotechnology companies have for scientists who are
trained both in biotechnology and in business and management.
Entry requirements
BSc honours degree (min 2:1), or equivalent, in a
relevant subject, or a BSc plus experience. See the
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Cancer Biology MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgcancerbiology
You will be trained in science research methods
and learn about the techniques used in molecular
biology. You will study the biology of disease,
tumour biology, immunology, molecular oncology
and haematological malignancy, plus diagnostic
and therapeutic techniques for cancer.
In addition to developing a comprehensive
understanding of the principles and practice of
core topics in current areas of medical science,
you will gain an in-depth knowledge of oncology
topics and their relationship to other medical
disciplines. You will also learn how to plan, carry
out and report on a piece of independent
scientic research.
Assessment
Coursework, written exam, research project
Examples of modules
Cancer at Cellular and Molecular Level;
Immunology and the Biology of Disease; Cancer
Diagnosis and Therapy; Research Techniques
and Scientic Communication; Research Project
Key features
You will be taught by active researchers and
expert practitioners, and have the opportunity
to work in industry with companies such as
GlaxoSmithKline, or at a research institute such
as the Institute of Cancer Research.
Your research project can be carried out with
one of our research groups.
This course will provide an in-depth understanding of the disease processes
involved in malignancy, and the opportunity to explore the scientic rationale
for various therapeutic options. It will allow you to link academic knowledge
with the practical applications of cancer biology, and focuses on the latest
advances in this eld. This course is, therefore, excellent preparation for
a wide variety of careers in hospital laboratories, commercial laboratories,
cancer research, pharmaceutical companies and academic institutions.
the 10-week research project

focused on basic cell culture techniques
and has equipped me with the skills and
condence needed in the professional world,
as well as giving me the opportunity to
pursue a PhD at Kingston.
Elena Polycarpou, MSc Cancer Biology graduate

Entry requirements
Good honours degree or equivalent in a biologically
related discipline or professional qualication. See the
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Marketing
Marketing is fundamental to all organisations in terms of creating
value for customers and shareholders. The eld of marketing offers
a variety of interesting and challenging career opportunities, ranging
from advertising to product development and brand management.

Our portfolio includes both broad-based and specialist marketing
courses. These courses benet from the input of Kingston Business
Schools Marketing Expert Panel, which comprises senior marketing,
communications and advertising practitioners working in the UK and
Europe. The Panel was closely involved in the design of many of our
courses to ensure they meet industry needs, and members continue
to act as advisers and guest lecturers.

Kingston Business School is recognised by the Institute of Direct
and Digital Marketing, the Market Research Society and the
Association of MBAs; and some of our marketing courses are
accredited by The Chartered Institute of Marketing and the Chartered
Institute of Public Relations.

See also: Fashion Retailing MA, page 87.
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Corporate Communications MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgcorpcomms
You will gain a critical understanding of effective
communications strategies and techniques that
can be applied worldwide, in any industry or
sector. You will learn to identify and understand
different stakeholder groups, and will adapt
communication styles to ensure an organisations
message is understood by people with different
educational levels and across an international
spectrum. You will also wrestle with weighty
questions about the value and competitive
advantage of corporate social responsibility, and
will design and interpret market research based
on solid understanding of analytical techniques
and supporting software.
Assessment
Coursework
Examples of modules
Marketing Communications and Advertising;
Cross-cultural and Internal Management
Communications; Corporate Social Responsibility
and Sustainable Development; Public Relations;
Market Research and Data Analysis; Research
Proposal and Dissertation
Key features
You will have the opportunity to attend special
seminars and lectures delivered by renowned
practitioners from the marketing and
communications industry, helping you to apply
theory to up-to-the-minute business practice.
The course provides a focus on careers and
employability through integrated tasks and
workshops.
You will gain real pitching experience in front
of seasoned marketing agency professionals.
The course is recognised by the Chartered
Institute of Public Relations, so you can
condent that it provides up-to-date content
and will assist you in moving your career in the
right direction.

This course, which is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Public
Relations, is designed to build your career in internal communications
or public relations and enhance your understanding of corporate social
responsibility. Whether you need to send a consistent message to multiple
departments in government, or to a companys numerous external
stakeholders, you will graduate with the ability to see the bigger picture
and to adapt your communications technique.
I recommend Kingstons Corporate

Communications MA because of its high
level of teaching quality and the wide range of
career options it offers. I left Kingston with the
condence to make a mark in the corporate
communications sector.
Helen Ojigbani, communications strategist

Entry requirements
A good honours degree, or equivalent, in any subject.
International students must have IELTS score of 6.5,
with no element below 6.0. See webpage for full details.
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Marketing MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgmarketing
You will design robust marketing strategies that
create value and give your company the edge
over competitors. You will see how your decisions
impact on company performance when you
compete with other students to become a market
leader in a computerised simulation, and you will
prepare consulting reports for real business clients
during your integrated consultancy project. The
lectures have been designed with employability in
mind, and expert guest speakers from companies
like Santander, Barclaycard, Avios and other
blue-chip organisations come to the University to
present the latest market knowledge.
Assessment
Coursework
Examples of modules
Strategic Marketing Decisions; Marketing
Simulation; Buyer Behaviour; Integrated
Marketing Communications; Global Marketing
Management; Market Research and Data
Analysis; Research Proposal and Dissertation
Key features
There is a strong focus on careers and
workshops, including the opportunity to
challenge other students in a computerised
marketing game that simulates a real
environment; as well as the group consultancy
project, which enables you to apply your
understanding to solve current problems for a
company.
This course provides links with industry and
networking opportunities, such as with guest
speakers. Plus, with London just half an hour
away, there are plenty of additional
opportunities to build up a network of contacts.
This course, which is shaped by the strong links weve forged with
industry, is designed with practitioner input and structured around
practical experiences that show employers you can apply your knowledge
of theory to their critical business issues. Accredited by the Chartered
Institute of Marketing (CIM), the course enables you to gain both an
academic (MSc) qualifcation and, with CIM Multi-Award Pathway status, a
professional (CIM Professional Certifcate in Marketing) qualifcation.
Entry requirements
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The course delivered so much more

value than I had anticipated. ...the people
you learn from and learn alongside are an
exceptional and inspiring bunch. I left with
a passport to a new career, the ability to
offer my employer a host of skills, and the
condence to push myself to tackle difcult
assignments without breaking stride.
Guy Sheppard, senior product manager

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Marketing & Brand Management MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgmarketingbrandmanagement
Brands have become a massive force in
business, and a recognised source of value on
the balance sheet. World-class companies need
managers and consultants that understand their
brand as identities and as assets.
You will critique the design of global brands and
learn how to get the best results from creative
agencies. You will develop a solid knowledge of
marketing management, so you can oversee a
brand in all channels. In addition, you will take
the opportunity to apply branding theory to case
studies and in a live business context.
The experiences you will gain during this course,
and the proximity to London for networking, will
enable you to understand the real business value
of brands and gain the crucial practical skills to
develop and manage them professionally.

Assessment
Coursework
Examples of modules
Strategic Brand Management; Branding
Design; Buyer Behaviour; Integrated
Marketing Communications; Global Marketing;
Management; Market Research and Data
Analysis; Research Proposal and Dissertation
Key features
This course will enable you to assess and
develop brands from both business and design
perspectives.
The group consultancy project will enable you
to apply your skills and knowledge to solve
current problems for a company.
Integrated tasks and workshops provide a
focus on careers and employability.
Our strong links with industry mean that you will
not only beneft from expert knowledge shared
by guest speakers, but also from networking
opportunities.
Field trips to destinations such as the Museum
of Brands, Packaging and Advertising provide
an additional dimension to your studies.
Created to ll a skills gap in the graduate jobs market and designed with
input from leading branding practitioners, this new masters programme
focuses on branding from a business perspective. The course is
accredited by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) and has been
granted Multi Award Pathway status, which means that, on successful
completion, you will be awarded both an academic masters and the CIM
Professional Certicate in Marketing.
Entry requirements
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Marketing Communications & Advertising MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgmarketingcommsadvertising
You will gain a broad and deep knowledge of
each marketing communications channel, with
a focus on advertising from our academic and
professional experts.
After developing a marketing communications
plan based on solid theory, you will use this to
compete against other students in a national
competition. You will pitch to a panel of real
marketing agency professionals, who will critique
your technique as well as your response to the
brief. In addition, you will learn to use research
to become an expert in a given area, and to
communicate these ndings to others quickly
and effectively.

Assessment
Coursework
Examples of modules
Marketing Communications and Advertising;
Interactive Communications; Public Relations;
Global Marketing Management; Buyer Behaviour;
Market Research and Data Analysis; Research
Proposal and Dissertation
Key features
You will gain real pitching experience in front
of a seasoned marketing communications
professional.
The course provides a focus on careers and
workshops.
You will beneft from our excellent links with
industry, which provide networking
opportunities, such as with guest speakers.
This course will prepare you for advertising, communications or public
relations roles, giving you the condence to answer any question your
clients may have. Alongside your academic qualifcation (MA), you will also
gain a professional CAM diploma either in digital marketing or marketing
communications on successful completion of the course through the
Chartered Institute of Marketings Multi-Award Pathway status.
The Marketing Communications &

Advertising MA at Kingston University
delivered on all its promises. The course
not only taught me the necessary academic
theory, but also gave me the opportunity
to put my creativity into practice, based on
marketing theory.
Stella Zapiti
Entry requirements
A 2:1 degree, or equivalent, in any subject. International
no element below 6.0. See webpage for full details.
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Marketing with English MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgmarketingenglish
You will learn the English language as used by
marketing and business professionals across
the world. In addition, intensive and individual
tuition will help you to understand the marketing
terms and concepts that are used commonly
throughout the course. This will prepare you
for management jobs where high standards of
spoken and written English are required.
You will study alongside the Marketing MSc
students in modules that explore buyer behaviour
and market research and data analysis.

Assessment
Coursework
Examples of modules
English for Marketing; Marketing Strategy; Global
Marketing Management; Buyer Behaviour;
Integrated Marketing Communications; Market
Research and Data Analysis; Research Proposal
and Dissertation
Key feature
Class sizes are generally kept small so that
each student receives the attention he or she
needs in a supportive environment.
Not all learning takes place on campus feld
trips include visits to places like Londons
Museum of Brands, Packaging and Advertising
and major business destinations to investigate
strategy.
Students on this course come from many
countries, so you will also learn much about
international marketing from each other.
There is a strong focus on careers and
workshops, as well as strong links with industry
and networking opportunities, such as with
guest speakers.
This MA is designed for international students who would like to study
marketing at an advanced level while also improving their English language
skills. The unique course focuses on marketing vocabulary and situations
encountered in the workplace. Accredited by the Chartered Institute
of Marketing (CIM), it also enables you to gain, with CIM Multi-Award
Pathway status, a CIM Professional Certicate in Marketing qualication
alongside your MA.
My time at Kingston has been most

enjoyable. In addition to learning the main
principles of marketing management, I
had the opportunity to meet people from
many parts of the world. This is one of the
treasures of studying in a multicultural country
where you can share experiences with
different nations and cultures.
Catherine Rivas Romero, product manager

Entry requirements
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Retail Management & Marketing MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgretailmanagement
You will study the key changes in the retail
environment; trends and developments in
global retailing; store location planning and
management; IT and supply chain management;
merchandise management and category
management; and retail selling. You will also
explore the services sector with a focus on the
importance of e-commerce, entrepreneurship
and consultancy.

Assessment
Coursework
Examples of modules
Services Strategy and Operations; Buyer
Behaviour; Entrepreneurship in an International
Context; Consultancy Practice; e-Commerce
Operations; Retail Management and Marketing;
Services Management Workshops
Key features
This course is delivered and assessed in ways
that are appropriate for your career through
continuous assessment, work-related
assignments and a fexible range of modules.
There is a reduced focus on exams and more
focus on writing management reports.
The experiential focus of the course enables
you to put theory into practice across a broad
range of sectors.
Practical workshops are tailored to current
market trends and involve high-prole guest
speakers who discuss the latest developments.
This course focuses on developing the knowledge and skills that will make
you stand out as a manager or consultant in the retail sector. Combining
theory with practical application, the course takes a strong services focus,
bringing in examples from Britains globally renowned retailers and the
lessons learnt as the retail sector expands in the worlds biggest
emerging economies.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree, or equivalent, in any subject.
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Performance and
Screen Studies
Kingstons School of Performance and Screen Studies brings together
the elds of drama, lm, media and music at postgraduate level.
One of the key principles is to encourage cross-disciplinary practice.
Throughout the year there is a lively programme of extracurricular
performances and productions.

Drama page 220
Our Drama department is based in the Reg Bailey building, which has two
studio spaces as well as seminar rooms. Kingstons Rose Theatre provides
additional teaching and performance space, and the opportunity to work
with leading professionals on productions.

Film pages 221222
Film is taught at the Penrhyn Road campus, where a suite of laboratory
spaces is used for practical video-production modules and equipped with
sophisticated facilities for working on video materials and editing.

Media page 223
Our Media department focuses on providing a sophisticated insight into the role
and function of media in contemporary society. Facilities include our specialist
lm and media labs, in which iMacs are loaded with industry-standard
software. Youll also have access to a lm studio facility with backgrounds
and green wall, as well as a fully equipped audio recording facility.

Music pages 224229
Based at our Kingston Hill campus, the Music department offers a
comprehensive training with a balance between the practical and academic
aspects of music. Our high-quality professional facilities include an
extensive collection of musical instruments.

To nd out more, see www.kingston.ac.uk/performance
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Playwriting MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgplaywriting
You will be introduced to the traditional writing skills
of characterisation, dramatic structure, dialogue
and action, with an emphasis on collaborative
and interdisciplinary creative approaches. The
course covers specialist skills in playwriting;
practical techniques and principles of performance-
making as both a collaborative and solo process;
historical, ideological and cultural contexts in
which traditions and innovations of playwriting and
performance writing have evolved; and approaches
to researching performance and creative practice,
including practice-as-research and reective writing.
During the summer of your nal year, you will work
on a capstone project, which will usually take
the form of a full-length playscript accompanied
by an essay (you may also submit a dissertation
on a topic agreed with your tutor), guided by an
allocated supervisor who you will meet at regular
intervals. Student support is encouraged through
regular group meetings and workshops.
Assessment
Writing for performance and other creative tasks,
essays and presentations, capstone project
(full-length playscript supported by a short essay
or a dissertation)
Examples of modules
Capstone Project; Creative Practice; Critical
Contexts; Professional Practice; The Playwright
in Context
Key features
This programme is very practical you will be
creating short scripts from your rst weeks. A
series of practical projects allows you to
develop advanced skills and techniques for
writing for performance and to evolve your
personal vision and voice as a creative artist.
The capstone project is the culmination of your
work on the course, bringing together the
learning and skills you have developed. It also
facilitates your entry into professional practice
or further study.
You will be taught at the Rose Theatre,
Kingston, giving you an insight into the
day-to-day running of an important producing
theatre. You will regularly come into contact
with the Roses creative team and the visiting
companies, both formally and informally.
The course refects current shifts in professional
theatre-making, particularly the growing
interaction between new writing and
collaborative (devised) theatre and practice.
This course, which is taught at the Rose Theatre Kingston, is for aspiring
and experienced playwrights, performance writers and dramaturgs
who are keen to establish their voice in response to recent innovations
in contemporary theatre and performance. While it acknowledges the
continuing centrality of a tradition rst articulated by Aristotle, it also
recognises that once-alternative forms, such as visual and physical
theatre, live art and postmodern performance, have equal validity.
Entry requirements
Second-class degree, or higher, or equivalent; and/or
experience in a related subject area. International
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lm making MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pglmmaking
You will study the basic principles of lmmaking,
develop an understanding of the nature and
potential of visual storytelling, and discover the
importance of sound, lighting and the screenplay.
You will also gain a sound knowledge of theories
and ideas that can help in the interpretation of your
own work and that of other lmmakers. You will
produce a portfolio of moving-image projects to
illustrate your technical ability in cinematography,
sound recording, editing and writing/direction.
You will be able to use high-denition digital video
camcorders, DSLRs and Macs running Final Cut
Pro and Adobe Creative Suite to apply classical
and independent principles with contemporary
technology; 8mm, super8 and 16mm lm
cameras are also available to explore analogue
forms of lmmaking (students who wish to use
our analogue cameras will have to cover their
own stock and processing costs).
Assessment
Film production projects, critical journal, essays,
seminar presentations
Examples of modules
Film Making 1; Film Making 2; Film Making 3
(Dissertation); Film Making 4: Sound & Vision;
Film Writing
Key features
Your studies will be split broadly into 75 per
cent practice and 25 per cent theory.
You will be encouraged to synthesise your
personal experience, critical knowledge and craft
skills to express yourself through moving pictures.
As well as our personal tutor scheme, we also
run a pioneering peer-mentoring scheme, with
recent MA graduates providing one-to-one
assistance in the use of equipment and
software.
All staff on this course are practising flmmakers.
The course is informed by practice and research
in black music and cinema, neo-realist cinema,
experimental lmmaking, performance and
dance, storytelling, participative documentary
and ghetto cinema.
This course will enable you to develop lm production skills with digital and
analogue equipment, as well as knowledge of the theories of contemporary
cinema. The focus is placed rmly on developing clear and simple storytelling
techniques that go beyond arbitrary formal categorisations of drama,
documentary or genre. The course takes its inspiration from forms of cultural
production that have challenged conformity, including the work of artists,
musicians, painters and performers, and the movements of Italian neo-realism
and the developing cinemas of Africa, Latin America, South Korea and Iran.
[I] found myself captivated by both the

practical and theoretical side of the degree.
Freddie Osborne, lm making MA graduate

Entry requirements
A good honours degree (2:2 or higher) in a humanities
subject or relevant subject. International students must
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Film Studies MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pglmstudies
You will study all that is new, vital and innovative
in contemporary and emergent cinemas. You
will evaluate and critically analyse a range of
perspectives on cinema in light of contemporary
developments, shifting cultural alliances and
patterns of cross-fertilisations. In addition, you
will be introduced to the main areas of debate
in the history of lm criticism. Current modules
focus on American cinema (mainstream and
independent), post-1960 British cinema,
European cinema (with specialist studies on
gender and sexuality and place and identity) and
world cinema (with case studies on South East
Asia, Latin America, India and Iran).
In writing your dissertation, you will demonstrate
your ability to research a topic of your choice
in depth, gaining a rigorous grasp of current
theoretical and methodological debates relevant
to the subject area, as well as an understanding
of the historical and cultural context.
Assessment
Essays, presentations, research projects, dissertation
Examples of modules
Film History, Theory, and Analysis; Film Studies
Dissertation; Media and Cinema in a Global Context;
Option modules (eg: Cinematic Animals:
Monsters, Beasts and Humans on Film;
Freedom, Censorship and Subversion; Gender
and Sexuality in Contemporary Cinema; New
Hollywood: From the Mainstream to the Margins)
Key features
This MA enables you to carry out research into
areas such as gender and sexuality on screen,
religion, philosophy and lm, censorship and
ideology, industry and independents in New
Hollywood, as well as cinema and media in the
global context. You will also have the opportunity
to carry out research at the British Film Institute
(the largest lm archive in the world).
This course provides an excellent foundation
for MPhil/PhD study.
Bringing together people with a passion for contemporary cinema,
this course focuses on a range of current approaches to lm studies
and provides an in-depth study of specic areas, such as American
independent, European, British and Far-Eastern cinema. It will enable you
to develop a critical understanding of the importance of theory, method
and analysis to the study of lm, and you will be encouraged to test out
original approaches, both in seminars and written work.
It is difcult to imagine a lm studies

course with more to offer... The wide and
varied range of notable guest lecturers is
just one aspect of this course... Youd be
hard pressed to nd a better course in this
particular eld.
John Sells, Film Studies MA graduate

Entry requirements
Honours degree (2:2 or higher) in humanities/studio-
based subject with art historical/contextual studies
element, or similar. International students must have an
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Media & Communication MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgmediacommunication
This course offers a variety of core and option
modules, with the compulsory core modules
offering a comprehensive grounding in the
theoretical and empirical approaches to studying
media institutions, texts and communication
practices. The option modules allow you to
specialise in research areas that interest you
within this broad eld, and enable you to examine
various media industries and communication
practices within their historical, economic,
political and social contexts.
You will explore, among other things, how the
question of power whether political, economic or
cultural is inextricable from the analysis of media,
and will focus on the ways in which new media
technologies have dramatically altered the
dissemination and reception of knowledge. You
will also look at the inherent role that mediated
communication plays in globalisation, one of the
dening characteristics of the contemporary world.
Assessment
Performance, productions, practical essays,
demonstration, critical written and reective work
Examples of modules
From Mass Media to New Media: Theories,
Approaches, Applications; Media and Cinema in
a Global Context; Media and Communication
Dissertation; Option modules (eg: Freedom,
Censorship and Subversion; Special Study
Template; Critical and Cultural Theory: Identity
and Representation; Cybercrime: Context, Form,
Risk, and Regulation; Empire and its Aftermath;
Film History, Theory, and Analysis; Gender and
Sexuality; Political Communication, Advocacy
and Campaigning)
Key features
The choice of option modules allows you to
tailor the course to your own interests, and the
dissertation gives you the chance to study an
area of interest in greater depth and gain
valuable research skills.
Teaching staff are research-active, which keeps
your learning cutting-edge and relevant.
You will have the chance to attend many
research seminars and talks, with a range of
guest speakers, professors and professionals
visiting the University.
This course offers a sophisticated insight into the role and function of
media in contemporary society. It focuses on the centrality of modern
media forms and practices in our daily communication, and examines the
ways in which they facilitate and constrain the way we communicate with
each other.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree (2:2 or higher), or equivalent, in
a related subject; and/or comparable experience.
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Composing for Film & Television MMus
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgcomposetv
You will compose music for moving image and
will work with lmmakers, screen designers and
animators. You will analyse lm and TV scores,
exploring how music is used to create atmosphere,
convey mood and depict setting, character and
action. In addition, you will explore the relationships
between composer and producer, directors and
music editors. You will also study and practise
the use of main themes, underscoring and the
harmonic languages of soundtracks. There will
be an opportunity to have your compositions
performed by a professional ensemble, conducted
to picture in a professional recording environment.
You will also learn about the technology used to
produce high-quality soundtracks for the music
industry, as well as business and copyright issues.
Assessment
Compositions, soundtracks, essays,
presentations, research projects, dissertation
Examples of modules
Major Project; Professional and Live Aspects of
Composing for Film and Television; Researching
Music; Techniques and Technology for
Composing for Film and Television; Option
modules (see the course webpage for further
details and full module descriptions)
Key features
The curriculum is enriched by the eclectic view we
take of musical styles and genres, exploiting the
diversity of a repertoire that encompasses Western
classical music, and popular and world musics.
The wide selection of option modules allows
you to tailor the course to your own interests. In
addition, the major project enables you to
compose an extensive piece of music to picture
and to work with lmmakers, enhancing your
research and project development skills.
There is a wide range of music groups at
Kingston University, ranging from a chamber
choir to Javanese gamelan, and you will have
the chance to write for a range of ensembles,
including the professional ensemble in
residence (the Delta Saxophone Quartet).
There are many possibilities for collaboration
with lmmaking and animation students.
This course is designed for composers aspiring to work in the media
industry and wanting to learn more about techniques for composing and
producing music for lm and TV. Taught by experienced professional lm/
TV composers, it provides an opportunity to collaborate with lmmakers
and animators, as well as the chance to write for ensembles.
Entry requirements
music. International students must have an IELTS
score of 6.5 overall. See the course webpage for full
details.
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Music admissions administrator
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E: music.administrator@kingston.ac.uk
I benetted immensely from the hands-

on approach, learning everything from
software packages to rendering music to
image, and microphone placement for live
recording.
Max West, Composing for Film & Television

MMus graduate
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Music Education MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgmusiced
You will develop and implement a musical project
within an educational environment, and undertake
a substantial research project on a topic of your
choice. Alongside this core of study, which
encompasses key research issues in music as
well as in music education, you can choose from
a variety of option modules and develop new
skills to exploit in your own teaching.
You will have the opportunity to develop and
enhance your skills as a practitioner by devising,
delivering and evaluating a music education
project. As part of the broader musical
community, you will be able to further enhance
your performance skills by participating in some
of the many University ensembles.
Assessment
A variety of forms, including essays, critiques,
position papers, practical projects, presentations,
research papers and a dissertation
Examples of modules
Constructing Music Education in the UK;
International Music Education: Psychology,
Culture and Philosophy; Major Project;
Researching Music; Option modules (see the
course webpage for further details and full
module descriptions)
Key features
You can tailor the course to your own interests
by selecting one option module from a wide
range of music topics.
The core modules will develop your research,
project planning and development skills in
preparation for your major project, and you will
receive guidance from a specialist tutor.
The curriculum is enriched by the eclectic view
we take of musical styles and genres at
Kingston University, exploiting the diversity of a
repertoire that encompasses Western classical
music, and popular and world musics.
This course is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and
understanding of both current and prospective music educators. It
provides a unique opportunity for students from all over the world to
investigate the UK system of music education, consider major issues in
international music education research, and undertake a comparative
study of music education practices across different cultures.
Entry requirements
score of 6.5 overall, with 6.5 in writing. See the course
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the course utterly changed my

understanding and perception of music
education, and created a desire to do further
research and study towards a PhD.
Michael Stevenson, Music Education MA

graduate
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Music MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgmusic
The core modules concentrate on research
methods and colloquia, and will introduce you to
a broad range of issues in music. You can then
choose from an extensive list of modules, which
include those based in performance, composing,
music education and popular music.
The major project offers you the opportunity
to focus on an area of your own choice and to
specialise through written work or composition.
You can choose from a wide range of possible
topics relating to your own interests. In addition,
you can join any of the wide variety of University
ensembles or form your own ensemble.
Assessment
Coursework, essays, compositions, dissertation
Examples of modules
Major Project; Researching Music; Option
modules (eg: Constructing Music Education in
the UK; Contemporary Sonic Arts Practice;
International Music Education: Psychology,
Culture and Philosophy; Sound Design;
Techniques and Technology for Composing for
Film and Television; The Philosophy and
Psychology of Musical; Performance; Current
Debates in Music Education; Jazz Studies; Live
Performance; Special Study Music in Motion;
The Psychology of Music; The Studio Musician)
Key features
You will have the chance to attend
masterclasses and workshops run by national
and international performers and composers,
such as Judith Weir, Howard Skempton,
Stephen Coombs, Jane Manning, Steve Goss,
Steve Martland, Arditti String Quartet, Brian
Ferneyhough, Kate Ryder and Kathron Sturrock.
Lunchtime concerts, involving students or
visiting artists, take place throughout the year.
Facilities include a large rehearsal and
performance space with supporting recording
equipment, an extensive collection of musical
instruments and a fully networked IT environment.
If you have a broad range of musical interests and would prefer not to
specialise your studies, this course is ideal. It aims to develop a range of
musical and critical skills and knowledge; encourage initiative, creativity,
critical evaluation and independence of thought; develop a systematic
understanding of relevant musical knowledge and a critical awareness of
contemporary issues; and provide knowledge of research practices, enabling
you to undertake a substantial individual dissertation or composition project.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree (2:2 or higher), or equivalent,
in music. International students must have an IELTS
score of 6.5 overall. See the course webpage for
full details.
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Music Performance MMus
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgmusicperf
You will cover issues of performance practice,
preparation of performance, aesthetics of
music performance, analysis for performers, the
psychology of performance, and performance
presentation. You will also be asked to critique
and evaluate your own performances, and
will undertake a performance-based project.
A range of option modules allows you to
develop your skills in related topics, such
as composition, conducting, arranging and
ensemble performance.
Assessment
A variety, including a major public performance
recital; a portfolio of presentational and
promotional materials; essays, critiques
and critical reviews; and a position paper,
presentations and research paper
Examples of modules
Major Project; Performance Studies; Researching
Music; The Philosophy and Psychology of
Musical Performance; Option modules (see the
course webpage for further details and full
Key features
You will have the opportunity to develop and
enhance your performance skills through
one-to-one tuition, masterclasses, recitals and
ensemble participation; and will have the
chance to take part in events with a range of
performers from different backgrounds.
Masterclasses and workshops are run by
national and international performers and
composers, such as Stephen Coombs, Jane
Manning, Steve Martland, Judith Weir, Steve
Goss, Howard Skempton, Arditti String
Quartet, Brian Ferneyhough.
Facilities include a large rehearsal and
performance space with supporting recording
equipment, an extensive collection of musical
instruments and a fully networked IT environment.
This course aims to create informed, skilled and insightful performers from a
wide range of musical genres. It is ideal if you aspire to become a professional
performer or are an instrumental teacher and would like to further develop
your knowledge of music performance. You will receive individual tuition
on your instrument or voice from a top professional performer.
Entry requirements
Second-class degree or higher, or equivalent; and/or
prior experience in a related subject area. International
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I cant speak highly enough of my time as

a postgraduate at Kingston. For me, it was a
time of not only discovery, but also rediscovery
of a self that I had forgotten about and had
never really taken the time to explore when I
was a student way back in the 80s.
Lis Lewis, graduate

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Production of Popular Music MMus
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgmusicpop
You will focus on the production of current
popular music, creating and recording tracks
using the Universitys high-quality recording
facilities. You will also explore the composition
of popular music, recording techniques and the
marketing of popular music. In addition, you will
widen your musical knowledge and experience
by choosing one option module from an
extensive range, including those covering sound
design, ensemble performance and composing
for lm and TV.
Assessment
Coursework, essays, compositions, productions,
major recording project
Examples of modules
Advanced Production of Popular Music;
Composing and Marketing Popular Music; Major
Project; Researching Music; Option modules (see
the course webpage for further details and full
Key features
The wide selection of option modules (see the
course webpage for the extensive list) allows
Several members of staff are engaged with the
professional production of popular music. You
will also have the chance to attend
masterclasses and workshops run by national
and international producers, performers and
composers such as Youth, Gavin Greenaway,
Rick Astley and Steve Martland.
We have fve, state-of-the-art recording studios,
including one with a large live room used for
professional recordings. We also have two
computer laboratories containing iMacs with full
music software for sequencing and processing.
Lunchtime concerts, involving students or
visiting artists, take place throughout the year.
This course will enable you to study popular music from a practical
perspective with an emphasis on music production and songwriting.
For your nal major project you will focus on composition and production
within the popular music genre, producing an extended professional-
quality album of your popular music compositions/covers.
Entry requirements
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I achieved more than I thought possible,

wholly due to the support, inspiration and
quality of the lecturers. They reignited my
enthusiasm, inspiring me to develop my
career, where I previously would not have
had the condence.
Julia Martin, Production of Popular Music

MMus graduateMMus graduate
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Sonic Arts MMus
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgsonicarts
You will be introduced to the fundamental
aspects of the sonic arts, including digital signal-
processing techniques, interactive technologies,
surround sound and an examination of a broad
range of themes in the sonic arts. Alongside this,
you will develop high-level research skills and
will undertake your nal project, which involves
an extended folio of sonic arts work that might
involve xed-media composition or an installation
or programming and design, under the guidance
of a supervisor. In addition, you will choose a
module from a wide range of options offered,
with the opportunity to collaborate on a cross-
disciplinary project.
Assessment
Coursework, oral presentations, written critical
review, practice-based sound work with
documentation, essays, compositions
Examples of modules
Contemporary Sonic Arts Practice; Major Project;
Researching Music; Sound Design; Option
modules (see the course webpage for further
details and full module descriptions)
Key features
Alongside our expert team of academic staff,
you will also benet from visiting composers
such as Barry Truax, Katharine Norman, Brian
Ferneyhough, Howard Skempton, Judith Weir,
Steve Goss, Peter Wiegold and Steve Martland.
Facilities include fve Mac-based studios, a
large rehearsal and performance space with
supporting recording equipment, an extensive
collection of musical instruments and a fully
networked IT environment.
The curriculum is enriched by the eclectic view
we take of musical styles and genres at
Kingston University, exploiting the diversity of a
repertoire that encompasses Western classical
music, and popular and world musics.
The wide selection of option modules (see the
course webpage for the extensive list) allows
This course is designed to equip you with in-depth theoretical and technical
understanding of the sonic arts, supporting your development as a creative
and innovative sonic arts practitioner. A distinctive feature of the programme
is the emphasis on integrating theory with practice. The course benets
from the Music departments research strengths in composition, music
technology and the sonic arts, as well as its excellent facilities, which include
specialist software, recording equipment and two 5.1 mixing studios.
Entry requirements
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The staff at Kingston were very

knowledgeable and exible when it came
to arranging tutor sessions etc, and the
opportunity to have my music performed
during the two years was a great way for me
to learn and develop.
John Matta, graduate

Pharmacy
and Chemistry
The School of Pharmacy and Chemistry offers a broad range of
postgraduate taught courses, with our Pharmaceutical Science,
Analytical Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Analysis programmes
also including a with Management Studies option. Our Diploma
in Pharmacy Practice has been specically designed for non-
EU-qualied pharmacists, and is fully accredited by the General
Pharmaceutical Council.
State-of-the-art facilities include modern chemical and
pharmaceutical sciences laboratories and cutting-edge analytical
and forensic instrumentation. The quality of these facilities
and programmes, as well as the student-centred approach by
academic staff, attracts students from across the world to study
pharmaceutical, forensic and chemical sciences at Kingston.

Past students have gained many exciting roles in diverse and
global organisations; for example: scientist at Saudi International
Petrochemical Company, regulatory affairs at Abbott Laboratories,
regulatory affairs associate/co-ordinator at GlaxoSmithKline, and
quality assurance ofcer at Novartis.
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231
Analytical Chemistry /
www.kingston.ac.uk/pganchem
www.kingston.ac.uk/pganchemmgt
You will gain the key skills required in the
specialised area of analytical chemistry, including
good measurement and scientic practice,
evaluation interpretation of data, and other
professional and organisational skills. You will
also study core analytical techniques and their
applications. You may be offered a placement
within industry (depending on your results and
project availability), where you will carry out your
independent research project.
You can choose a management studies route
with this degree, setting your scientic knowledge
in a vocational context.
Assessment
Exams, lab reports, assignments, case studies,
oral and poster presentations, practical research
project
Examples of modules
Statistics and Quality Systems; Separation
Science; Molecular and Atomic Spectroscopy;
Specialised Analytical Techniques; Business in
Practice (with Management Studies route);
Research Project
Key features
The MSc in Analytical Chemistry at Kingston is
one of the oldest of its kind in the country.
This course (not with Management Studies)
provides exemption from Part A of the
Mastership in Chemical Analysis, the statutory
qualication for a public analyst.
Research-led teaching ensures that the course
content focuses on current trends and
developments (see the course webpage for
staff proles). Visiting speakers, who are
experts in their eld, and a careers and
networking event also support this course.
The Business in Practice (with Management
Studies route) module is taught over selected
weekends, giving you the exibility to t your
studies around your work commitments.
Chemical analysis plays a role in virtually all aspects of everyday life
throughout the world. With analytical techniques and instrumentation
becoming evermore sophisticated, there is an increasing demand for qualied
analytical chemists. This industrially relevant course will provide you with a
strong background in the theory of analytical techniques and enable you to
apply them to complex analytical problems. You can also choose to combine
your studies with training in the fundamentals of management theory.
The practicals on the course are really

helpful. I got to use loads of the analytical
instruments, such as GC-MS, Infrared, UV-
Vis and so many more.
Dora Namyalo, MSc Analytical Chemistry

graduate
Entry requirements
Good honours degree or equivalent in chemistry,
pharmacy, life science or a related subject. See the
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Forensic Analysis MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgforensic
You will explore recent trends in forensic science
and learn about the latest analytical devices
used, such as atomic and molecular
spectroscopic and separation techniques and
DNA proling.
You will look at the role of the forensic scientist
and learn how to, for example, investigate and
analyse drugs of abuse, bres and rearms and
conduct re investigation. There is also the
opportunity to present expert evidence at a mock
courtroom trial in a magistrates court, examined
by Kingston Universitys own trainee lawyers and/
or their law lecturers.
In addition, you will have the opportunity to carry
out your research project in industry (depending
on your results and project availability) or in
Kingston Universitys extensive forensic and
analytical laboratories.
Assessment
Exams, laboratory reports, assignments, case
studies, oral presentations, poster presentations,
practical research project
Examples of modules
The Role of the Professional Forensic Scientist;
Separation Science; Molecular and Atomic
Spectroscopy; Forensic Chemistry and Trace
Analysis; Research Project
Key features
Kingston University has its own scene-of-crime
house located on site, which is used to recreate
crime scenes and enables you to put your
investigative skills into practice. The propertys
garden is used by the forensic teams
archaeologist for eld investigations.
Lecturers on the course have wide experience
in the forensics sector, and many have worked
either as forensic scientists or as expert
witnesses. They are also actively engaged in
forensic research, and are supported by visiting
speakers from leading forensic consultancies.
This course will enable you to gain a strong background in the theory of
analytical and forensic techniques and how to apply them to complex
problems such as those encountered at crime scenes. It emphasises
the key skills required in this specialised area of science, including good
measurement and scientic practice, sample collection and chain of
custody, the evaluation and interpretation of data, and constructing expert
witness reports.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree, or equivalent, in forensic
science, chemistry or a related life science/pharmacy
discipline. See the course webpage for more
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Pharmaceutical Analysis /
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgpharman
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgpharmanmgt
You will gain key skills in the specialised area of
pharmaceutical analysis, including good
measurement and scientic practice, evaluation
interpretation of data, and other professional and
organisational skills. In addition to studying core
analytical techniques and their applications, you
will be introduced to various pharmaceutical
technologies; for example, formulations and
topics such as clinical pharmacokinetics.
You may be offered a placement within industry
(depending on your results and project
availability) where you will carry out your
independent research project.
The Management Studies option enables you to
explore the fundamentals of management theory
within the commercial and public sectors.
Assessment
Exams, laboratory reports, assignments, case
studies, oral presentations, poster presentations,
research project
Examples of modules
Statistics and Quality Systems; Molecular and
Atomic Spectroscopy; Separation Science;
Pharmaceutical and Analytical Technology;
Business in Practice (with Management Studies
route); Research Project
Key features
The MSc in Pharmaceutical Analysis (ie not
including Management Studies) provides
exemption from Part A of the Mastership in
Chemical Analysis, the statutory qualifcation for
a public analyst.
We have strong links with industry, ensuring the
relevance of this course to the employment
market.
This course enables you to gain a recognised qualication that will further
your career in the pharmaceutical industry or public services, while also
providing an excellent foundation for a further research degree. You will
gain a strong background in the theory of analytical techniques used in
pharmaceutical science and how to apply them to complex problems in
an industrially relevant context. You can choose to combine your studies
with training in the fundamentals of management theory.
The facilities are magnicent: from the

teaching classroom in the modern John
Galsworthy building, to the great labs that we
had within the campus, and the LRC, which
contained all the resources that any student
will need.
Ali Athab Alkinani, MSc Pharmaceutical

Analysis graduate
Entry requirements
Good honours degree in chemistry or a related
subject. See the course webpage for more information
and page 54 for language requirements.
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Pharmaceutical Science /
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgpharmsci
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgpharmscimgt
You will have the chance to explore current
trends in chemical, biological and
biotechnological therapeutics, and will look at the
latest technologies used in the pharmaceutical
industry. You will gain an understanding of the
processes used in clinical trials and in the
development, manufacture and regulation of
medicines. You will also develop your computing
and statistical skills and other key skills, such as
data collection, communication, time
management, organisational and review and
synopsis skills.
Assessment
Exams, tests, laboratory reports, assignments,
case studies, oral and poster presentations,
research project
Examples of modules
Statistics and Quality Systems; Pharmaceutical
and Analytical Technology; Manufacture and
Clinical Trials of Medicines; Design, Discovery
and Development of Pharmaceuticals; Business
in Practice (with Management Studies route);
Research Project
Key features
You will have access to our dedicated
pharmaceutical science labs.
Research-led teaching ensures that the course
content focuses on current trends and
developments (see the course webpage for
staff proles). Visiting speakers, who are
experts in their eld, and a careers and
networking event also support this course.
The with Management Studies route is
particularly useful if you are seeking to gain a
management position within the
pharmaceutical and allied industries.
This course will develop your knowledge of the design, development,
analysis and production of medicines, the drug industry and regulatory
affairs. It is particularly suitable if you are keen to work in areas such as
marketing, formulation, regulatory affairs, process development, medical
statistics and clinical trial organisations. You can choose to combine your
studies with management studies, which is especially suitable to those
interested in taking up management positions in relevant organisations.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree in chemistry, pharmacy, life
science or a related subject. See the course webpage
for more information and page 54 for language
requirements.
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Pharmaceutical Technology MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgpharmtech
You will learn about a broad range of formulations
and pharmaceutical technologies through the use
of examples and case studies, along with the
underpinning science. You will be given hands-on
experience in a number of preformulation and
formulation technologies. Clinical trials and other
aspects of regulatory affairs, including those
covering biotechnological products will be
covered in an integrated way.
Employability has been embedded into the
course, and the varied assessment strategies
reect this. Our study skills centre and the use of
formative (practice) assessments are intended to
give you the opportunity to develop
communication, computing and other key skills.
Assessment
Exams, presentations, production of short
communications and executive summaries
Examples of modules
Statistics and Quality Systems; Pharmaceutical
and Analytical Technology; Manufacture and
Clinical Trials of Medicines; Advanced
Pharmaceutical Technology and Formulation;
Research Project
Key features
You will have access to a wide range of
analytical tools and formulation technologies.
Research-led teaching and visiting speakers
from industry and regulatory affairs ensure that
the course is relevant for a variety of career
paths within the pharmaceutical industry.
This course covers the development of new formulations from drug
substance to licensed medicine. You will look at the development of new
medicines, whether it is the traditional model of a small molecule active,
or the formulation of proteins, nucleotides and other macromolecules and
multi-molecular assemblies such as liposomes. Parallel to this, you will
examine the regulatory framework that informs such development work.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree in chemistry, pharmacy, life
science or a related subject. See the course webpage
for more information and page 54 for language
requirements.
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Pharmacy Practice (Overseas
Pharmacists Assessment Programme)
PgDip/MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/ospap
You will receive training in pharmaceutical
sciences, clinical pharmacy, pharmacy practice,
and pharmacy law and practice.
Successful graduates will be eligible to apply for
a one-year pre-registration period in an approved
pharmaceutical establishment, prior to taking
membership examinations from the pharmacy
regulator (the General Pharmaceutical Council)
and gaining entry onto the UK register of
pharmacists.
Obtaining a pre-registration placement is the
responsibility of the student, and different visa
requirements may apply for non-EU/EAA citizens.
You are advised to visit the UK Home Offce
website (www.ukba.homeofce.gov.uk) for
information on visas and employment.
Assessment
Examination, case presentations, objective
structured clinical examination (OSCE)-style
assessments, practical-based assessments,
reective learning records
Examples of modules
Design and Application of Dosage Forms;
Professional Pharmacy Practice; The Application
of Evidence to Patient Care; Pharmacological
and Clinical Management of Disease; Project
module (MSc only)
Key features
You will be taught by staff members with
wide-ranging educational, research and
industrial expertise, as well as teacher
practitioners from hospital and community
pharmacies. This diverse and well-qualifed team
fosters an enthusiasm for learning and ensures
that the most up-to-date clinical and scientifc
skills needed for practice in the UK are taught.
Kingston University is long established as a top
teaching university with high-quality facilities.
We have excellent links with a number of
hospitals, including St Georges Healthcare
NHS Trust, Kingston Hospital, The Royal
Marsden hospital and University Hospital
Lewisham, as well as a number of major
community pharmacies, enabling you to
experience the role of the pharmacist frst-hand
through visits or placements.
This Overseas Pharmacists Assessment Programme (OSPAP) is
a conversion programme designed to familiarise overseas-trained
pharmacists (non-EU and not covered by Directive 2005/36/EC) with
the practice of pharmacy in the UK. It will enable non-EU-qualifed
pharmacists to receive theoretical and practical training in key topics
relevant to practice in the UK. The course if fully accredited by the General
Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
Entry requirements
Entrants must have been approved as suitable for
entry by the pharmacy regulator (GPhC), and have an
IELTS score of 7.0 overall with a minimum of 7.0 in
each element. See the course webpage for full details.
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Philosophy
The Centre for Research in Modern European Philosophy (CRMEP)
is the leading centre for postgraduate-level study and doctoral
research in continental philosophy in the London area. Since
its inception in 1994, the CRMEP has developed a national and
international reputation for teaching, research and publication in
the eld of post-Kantian European philosophy, characterised by a
strong emphasis on broad cultural and intellectual contexts and a
distinctive sense of social and political engagement.

The CRMEPs submission for the 2008 (most recent) Research
Assessment Exercise was awarded a score of 2.8, with 65 per cent of
its research activity judged world-leading or internationally excellent.
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Aesthetics & Art Theory MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgaesthetics
This programme combines a grounding in
philosophical aesthetics in the modern European
tradition with a study of contemporary art theory.
Canonical authors studied include Adorno,
Derrida, de Duve, Duchamp, Greenberg,
Heidegger, Kant and Merleau-Ponty.
You will engage with some of the most inuential
texts in modern and contemporary art theory
from Kant and Schiller via Greenberg and Adorno
to Rancire and Deleuze framed in terms of
fundamental conceptual problems inherited
from the German Idealists. You will also gain a
clear overview of philosophical approaches to
modern art, distinguishing between aesthetic,
Romantic and Modernist problematics.
Assessment
Coursework (including short exercises), essays,
15,000-word dissertation
Examples of modules
Kant and the Aesthetic Tradition; Philosophy
Dissertation; Three option modules (eg: Art
Theory: Modernism, Avant-Garde,
Contemporary; Critique, Practice, Power;
German Critical Theory; Hegel and His Legacy;
Kant and His Legacy; Marx and his Legacy;
Nietzsche and Heidegger; Plasticity and Form;
Recent French Philosophy; Romantic Philosophy
of Art; Topics in Modern European Philosophy)
Key features
This MA is one of the largest and most
successful MA courses of its kind in the UK.
You will beneft from the input of versatile and
internationally recognised teaching staff with a
wide range of interests, projects and
publications see the course webpage for
more information.
The course is based at the UKs leading Centre
for Research in Modern European Philosophy
(CRMEP), which organises an average of two
or three conferences or workshops each year
and regular research seminars (usually every
fortnight during term time). Recent speakers
include Giorgio Agamben (University of Paris 8).
Find out more about the CRMEP at
www.kingston.ac.uk/crmep
This MA is widely recognised as one of the most signifcant and innovative
courses in its feld, and is now one of the most successful philosophy
masters programmes in the country. Unlike most courses on art theory,
this programme grounds its problems and concepts in the appropriate
philosophical context. It will prepare you for a range of careers in the arts,
education and public policy, and is particularly highly regarded in the arts.
It also provides an ideal preparation for doctoral research.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree (minimum 2:1), or equivalent, in
philosophy or related subject. International students
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Contemporary European Philosophy MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgphilosophycontemporary
In the autumn term, which is taught at Kingston
University, you will take a core module on
Contemporary European Philosophies (CEP)
and choose an option module from the full range
of philosophy courses offered at Kingston. In
the spring term, which is taught in Paris, you will
study modules chosen from those offered by
the philosophy department at Paris 8 (including
two modules offered by a visiting member of
Kingstons CRMEP). You will also take a special
study module based on close engagement with
a major contemporary thinker of your choice.
You can write your dissertation in London or
Paris, in English or French. Preparation of the
dissertation lasts around eight months and
involves research skills workshops, group
tutorials and individual supervision.
Assessment
Short exercises, essays, independent study,
research skills workshops, 20,000-word
dissertation
Examples of modules
CEP Special Study; Contemporary European
Philosophies; Dissertation (CEP); Option modules
(eg: Art Theory: Modernism, Avant-Garde,

Contemporary; Freud and Lacan; German Critical
Theory; Hegel and his Legacy; Kant and his
Legacy; Kant and the Aesthetic Tradition; Marx
and his Legacy; Nietzsche and Heidegger;
Plasticity and Form; Recent French Philosophy;
Recent Italian Philosophy; Romantic Philosophy
of Art; Topics in Modern European Philosophy)
(See the webpage for modules currently offered
by University of Paris 8.)
Key features
Full-time students study at Kingston during the
autumn semester and Paris during the spring
semester, preparing their dissertation at
Kingston and/or Paris.
range of interests, projects and publications.
The CRMEP is arguably the UKs most
stimulating and prestigious provider of MA
teaching in the feld. The philosophy
department at Paris 8 was established by
Michel Foucault in the aftermath of May 1968
and was shaped by many of the thinkers
(Deleuze, Rancire, Badiou) who are studied
at the CRMEP; today, Paris 8 remains lively,
mindful of its legacy and marked by a
distinctive political culture.
This joint masters programme offers a unique international and inter-
linguistic orientation in current philosophical work. The course is taught by
leading fgures in the feld of contemporary European philosophy, based at
two of its most signifcant and productive institutions. Full-time students
spend the autumn semester at Kingstons Centre for Research in Modern
European Philosophy (CRMEP), and the spring semester at the University
of Paris 8 (Saint-Denis, France).
Entry requirements
Good honours degree (min. 2:1), or equivalent, in
philosophy or related subject, plus A-level-standard
ability in French. International students must have an
IELTS score of 6.5 overall. See webpage for details.
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Modern European Philosophy MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgphilosophymodern
The course comprises four taught modules and
a dissertation on a topic of your choice. You will
have the opportunity to study 19th- and 20th-
century European philosophy in a structured way,
concentrating on the interpretation and analysis of
key texts. You will pay particular attention to the
inuence of Kants philosophy and to the debates
that structured the development of post-Kantian
philosophy in both Germany and France.
Beginning with a foundation module on Kants
Critique of Pure Reason, the course adopts
Kants critical philosophy as a historical and
conceptual basis for the understanding of
subsequent European philosophy as a whole.
Other major authors studied may include Hegel,
Marx, Nietzsche, Heidegger, Deleuze and Badiou.
Assessment
Coursework (including short exercises), essays,
15,000-word dissertation
Examples of modules
Kant and his Legacy; Philosophy Dissertation;
Option modules (eg: Art Theory: Modernism,
Avant-Garde, Contemporary; German Critical
Theory; Hegel and his Legacy; Kant and the
Aesthetic Tradition; Marx and his Legacy;
Nietzsche and Heidegger; Plasticity and Form;
Psyche, Subject, Sex; Recent French Philosophy;
Romantic Philosophy of Art)
Key features
internationally recognised teaching staff, with a
wide range of interests, projects and publications.
(CRMEP), where you can attend and participate
in research events with visiting international
speakers. Find out more about the CRMEP at
www.kingston.ac.uk/crmep
This course is widely recognised as one of the most signifcant and innovative
courses in its feld, and is one of the most challenging and stimulating
philosophy masters programmes in the UK. Based on a focused study of
the fundamental texts of the modern European philosophical tradition, it
provides an ideal preparation for doctoral research in philosophy or related
felds in the humanities and social sciences. It will also prepare graduates for
a range of careers in education, the arts, politics and public policy.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree (minimum 2:1), or equivalent, in
philosophy or a related subject. International students
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Philosophy & Contemporary
Critical Theory MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgphilosophytheory
The course includes work by thinkers who have
become inuential in the past couple of decades
Giorgio Agamben, Alain Badiou, Judith Butler,
Gilles Deleuze, Felix Guattari, Antonio Negri and
Jacques Rancire.
You will take four taught modules and prepare
a dissertation on a topic of your choice. You will
study the two main traditions of critical theory
the Frankfurt School and French anti-humanism
and their background in Kant, Hegel, Marx and in
19th-century European philosophy more generally.
Assessment
Short exercises, essays, 15,000-word dissertation
Examples of modules
Critique, Practice, Power; Philosophy
Dissertation; Option modules (eg: Art Theory:
Modernism, Avant-Garde, Contemporary;
German Critical Theory; Hegel and his Legacy;
Kant and the Aesthetic Tradition; Marx and his
Legacy; Nietzsche and Heidegger; Plasticity
and Form; Psyche, Subject, Sex; Recent French
Philosophy; Recent Italian Philosophy; Romantic
Philosophy of Art)
Key features
wide range of interests, projects and
publications see the course webpage for
more information.
(CRMEP), enabling you to attend and
participate in research events with visiting
international speakers. Find out more about the
CRMEP at www.kingston.ac.uk/crmep
You can choose from a wide range of module
options, balanced by a shared central core of
texts, concepts and problems.
This programme offers a unique approach to the study of critical theory,
referring to traditions in modern European thought in which philosophy
opens out onto critical diagnoses of the historical present. It grounds its
problems and concepts in the appropriate philosophical context, with
particular reference to Kant, Hegel and Marx. It will prepare graduates for
a wide range of careers in education, the arts, politics and public policy,
and also provides preparation for doctoral research.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree (2:1 or above), or equivalent, in
philosophy or a related subject. International students
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Psychology,
Criminology
and Sociology
The School of Psychology, Criminology and Sociology encompasses
these three closely linked, applied social science elds, enabling
students to benet from interdisciplinary research and teaching. The
School is a highly rated and dynamic centre for teaching and research.

Criminology and Sociology pages 244247
The Department of Criminology and Sociology is concerned with the
research and teaching of topical, policy-relevant issues, including abuse
and trauma, identities and social change, local and global governance, life
span and the ageing population, and social space and communities.

Psychology pages 248252
The Department of Psychology brings together a vibrant team of
researchers that span both the basic and applied aspects of the discipline.
Areas of expertise include the psychology of health and wellbeing, child
psychology, social psychology, cognition, and neuropsychology.

Opportunities for postgraduate students to work with internationally
renowned researchers are offered in several research areas. Research
students and visiting researchers can study basic psychological processes
using the departments excellent laboratory facilities, or they may explore
more applied and pragmatic questions in real-world settings.

Departmental activities also include regular research seminars, guest
lectures, research workshops, symposia and hosting international
conferences, all of which provide a broad, stimulating and supportive
environment for both learning and research.
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Applied Social Research Methods MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgsocialresearch
This course has a strong practical focus, and you
will have the opportunity to develop and apply
your skills critically to the analysis of social
problems, contemporary issues, areas of personal
interest and work-based issues.
You will study the main quantitative and
qualitative social research methods, including
social surveys, data analysis using statistical
software, and internet and communications
technologies. You will consider issues that affect
transnational and comparative research and
ethics. Your study of qualitative methods will
include interviewing, visual, narrative and
biographical methods and ethnography, as well
as methodological approaches associated with
situational analysis, symbolic interactionism and
discourse analysis. You will also receive training
in the qualitative data software NVivo. The course
culminates in an independent research project.
Assessment
Coursework designed to reect different aspects
of the research process, including research
proposals, critical reviews, research ethics
evaluations, analysis exercises, research reports,
brieng papers, oral presentations, dissertation
Examples of modules
Research Methods and Application; Measuring
and Mapping the Social World; Researching Life
Worlds; Applied Research for Practice and
Policy; Applied Social Research Dissertation
Key features
You will be encouraged to engage with
research in contexts that are directly relevant to
you, such as projects that will benet
employers or other interested parties.
This course can be studied in combination with
the minor elds in Criminological Psychology
(page 245) or Cybercrime (page 246).
This course will provide you with the skills to pursue social research
projects with condence and vigour. It acknowledges that social research
takes place in many contexts and for a variety of purposes, from academic
study and commercial research, to viability and evaluations studies, and
community and organisational audits. The course adopts a problem-based
approach with an emphasis on practice throughout, providing a thorough
grounding in technologies used by professional researchers.
Entry requirements
Second-class honours degree, or equivalent, from a
cognate social science discipline. International
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Criminology MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgcriminology
You will explore globalised penal policy, research
methods, evaluation studies, comparative criminal
justice policy and practice, criminal justice
institutions and organisations, and international
perspectives on policing and crime control. You will
also be able to choose modules from a range of
subjects, including mentally disordered offenders,
offender management, women and violent crime,
cybercrime and hate crime. In addition, you will
have the opportunity to undertake internships in
a range of criminal-justice-related organisations,
as well as the chance to visit prisons.
Assessment
Essays, case study and research reports,
short exercise portfolios, examinations, poster
presentations, brieng papers and media releases,
policy papers, extended projects, dissertation
Examples of modules
Criminology Dissertation; Evaluation and Analysis
in an Applied Setting; International Perspectives
on Crime Control and Punishment; Research
Methods and Application; Option modules

(eg: Criminological Psychology; Cybercrime:
Context, Form, Risk, and Regulation; Inuencing
Crime and Justice Policy; Sociolegal Studies;
Special Study: Women and Violent Crime;
Special Study: Youth Justice; Special Topic:
Cybercrime and Society)
Key features
This course comprises a feldwork component,
which provides the opportunity to gain
knowledge and understanding of the
operational realities of crime-related policies
and practices. Students undertaking extended
eldwork will be offered a choice of modes and
methods, including shadowing, attachments,
volunteering and observational visits.
The Criminology team has forged links with
local crime reduction partnerships, youth
offending teams and mentoring projects.
Due to its location, Kingston University is well
placed to allow numerous opportunities to see,
at rst-hand, the criminal justice system in
operation in courts, custodial institutions and
community-based crime-reduction programmes.
Designed for those with a background in social science, sociolegal studies
or policy studies, this course will develop the knowledge and practical
skills necessary to enhance your employability in the eld of criminal justice
practice, policy formation and advocacy. It also includes the opportunity
to undertake a range of placements and internships, and has strong links
with London-based criminal justice agencies. You will be taught by staff
with hands-on professional experience, and will have a personal tutor with
whom you will work to develop your academic potential and plan your
future career strategies.
Entry requirements
Minimum of second-class honours degree, or equivalent,
in criminology or related subject; evidence of relevant
certicated or extended non-certicated practice.
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Criminological Pyschology MA (minor eld)
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgcrimpsychology
You will study a range of theoretical and applied
topics regarding the explanation, investigation
and management of criminal behaviour: cognitive
theories and offending, personality theory and
criminality, brain anomalies, injury and offending
behaviour, sexually deviant behaviour and
sex offending, and terrorism. You will also be
introduced to selected topics such as psychology
and the British judicial system, investigative
approaches to interviewing, detecting deception,
bearing false witness, offender proling, case
linkage, eyewitness memory, jury behaviour and
decision-making, examining the state of mind
and assessment.
Assessment
Essays, case study and research reports, short
exercise portfolios, poster presentations, brieng
papers and media releases, policy papers,
extended projects, dissertation
Examples of modules
Criminological Psychology; Dissertation; Option
modules (choose three from MA Criminology, see
page 244)
Key features
This minor feld can improve your career
options for entry into criminal justice agencies
such as the police, prison and probation
services and academia. Alternatively, if you are
already working in a criminal justice agency, it
may enhance your promotional prospects.
This non-accredited course enables more
exibility in terms of its multidisciplinary content.
You will be taught by experts in the feld, and
will have the opportunity to visit and observe
courts in session and attend research seminars
by specialist practitioners.
Work placements or internships enable you to
gain a real-world perspective and put theory
into practice.
Criminological psychology is continually evolving. This course provides an
introduction to this varied discipline and examines the application of this
multidisciplinary approach in real-world settings. This minor eld (offered
in combination with Criminology) is designed to develop an understanding
of why individuals engage in criminal behaviour and commit offences, and
how explanations of criminal behaviour can help reduce offending.
Entry requirements
Second-class honours degree from a cognate social
science discipline, or equivalent relevant professional
qualications. International students must have an IELTS
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Cybercrime MA (minor eld)
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgcybercrime
You will critically explore cybercrime within the
domestic, European and international spheres.
Course content will include cybercrime and
globalisation, internet fraud, malicious use of the
internet, cyberterrorism, intellectual property theft
and the use of the internet for victimisation.
Topical case studies will be introduced to
examine professional, political and public
awareness of cybercrime as a social problem,
alongside increasing media coverage of
high-prole cases, such as the Gary Mackinnon
extradition saga and the Wikileaks scandal.
Assessment
Essays, case studies, research reports,
examinations
Examples of modules
Cybercrime: Context, Form, Risk and Regulation;
Dissertation; Option modules (choose three from
MA Criminology, see page 244)
Key features
This course is designed to appeal to those
already involved in information technology
investigation and security, those wanting to
follow such a career path, and those who wish
to develop their understanding and application
of cybercrime and security issues as social
scientists, managers and lawyers.
As no formal computer science expertise or
qualications are required, the course provides a
possible career pathway into the cyber-security
sector for students with an undergraduate
background in the social sciences.
The course is led by Christopher Hamerton,
barrister and director of legal studies at the
Centre for Abuse and Trauma Studies, with
occasional guest lectures provided by expert
colleagues from within the University and
external cybercrime specialists.
The globalisation of the web has given rise to new opportunities in elds as
diverse as business, entertainment and education; however, the internet
also possesses intrinsic disadvantages, a major one being cybercrime.
Cybercrime is a comparatively new subject area within criminology, and this
course seeks to examine the increasing use of computer technology for
criminal activity. Offered as a minor eld in combination with Criminology, it
provides the rare opportunity to study an emergent discipline.
Entry requirements
Second-class honours degree from a cognate social
science discipline, or equivalent relevant professional
qualications. International students must have an IELTS
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Criminology with Law MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pglawjoint
If you take law as a major award (LLM), you take
90 credits of law modules and 30 credits of
criminology modules, plus a dissertation (60
credits); if you take law as a minor award (MA),
you take 90 credits of criminology modules and
30 of law modules, plus a dissertation (60 credits).
Criminology with Law MA
This MA offers a very exible programme of
taught modules, with the opportunity to create
a programme of study designed to suit your
own interests and aspirations. On successful
completion of the course, you will have gained
signicant research and analytical skills in the
relevant area of law, substantially enhancing
your prospects of gaining employment as, for
example, a professional or in-house legal adviser
and in other areas of work where the ability to
apply and advise upon legal issues is signicant.
This degree investigates and analyses the
sociolegal processes involved in law making
and law breaking, law enforcement and penal
sanctions. You will explore these issues within

both national and global contexts. Expert
practitioners work alongside academics to deliver
a postgraduate programme that encourages
informed debate and evidence-based evaluation
on a range of topical issues in the eld of crime
and crime control.
We also encourage you to undertake a
placement in a criminal justice organisation for
some period during your studies and to draw
upon this experience in your dissertation.
Assessment
Written coursework, dissertation
Examples of modules
(See the course webpage for full details.)
Law modules (90 credits LLM; 30 credits MA);
Criminology modules (90 credits MA; 30 credits
MA); Dissertation
Key feature
The Law Schools expert academic team
includes two National Teaching Award winners
and fellows from the Higher Education Academy.
These joint masters programmes enable you to study the two
complementary disciplines of law and criminology in an integrated way,
drawing on the specialist knowledge of practitioners and academics from
across the University. Both courses aim to substantially enhance your
prospects of employment in areas where the ability to apply and advise
upon legal issues is signicant.
Entry requirements
appropriate subject. Law with Criminology LLM
applicants will need specic law qualications.
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Child Psychology MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgchildpsychol
This MSc has a strong research focus and
you will be encouraged to approach empirical
research critically. You will study four, year-long,
30-credit modules, including three core modules,
one option module and a 60-credit dissertation.
You will be introduced to the theories of child
psychology, considering them in relation to
the real world, and will cover the empirical
research and theories of developmental
psychology, focusing on implications for policy
and practice. You will also study the application
of developmental psychology to social policy,
such as social issues, education and school
issues, and health; and the factors inuencing the
development of childrens relationships. You will
consider both typical and atypical development,
including a range of developmental disorders.
Your dissertation enables you to study an area of
interest in depth and gain valuable research skills.
Assessment
Essays, in-class tests, presentations, unseen
examinations, laboratory reports, dissertation
Examples of modules
Cognitive Development; Development in Typical
and Atypical Populations; Methods and Statistics
for MSc Psychology; Psychology Dissertation;
Option module (eg: Applications of Psychological
Research OR Social Development in Childhood
and Adolescence)
Key features
The course is taught by researchers active in
the eld, keeping your learning cutting-edge.
Areas of staff expertise include: psychosocial
issues of living with facial disgurement and
impairment in childhood and adolescence;
childrens expertise in describing and recalling
faces; reading development in blind children;
bullying at school and among siblings at home;
the development of biological at-risk children
(very preterm children); childrens regulatory
problems (crying, feeding, sleeping) and ADHD;
autism, face processing and Theory of Mind;
anxiety disorders in childhood; learning and the
role of cognitions in fears and anxiety; and
language development in typical development
and disorders such as Williams syndrome.
This course focuses on the advanced study of psychological development
in children and the implications of psychological theory and research for
policy and practice. It is ideal if you would like to start or promote a career
working with children in areas such as teaching and social work; it also
provides an excellent foundation for pursuing a research career in child/
developmental psychology. In addition, the course is aimed at childcare
professionals who wish to develop their knowledge of child psychology
and enhance their professional work.
Entry requirements
Minimum 2:1 degree in psychology or closely related
eld, with evidence of studying developmental
psychology and research methods; plus GCSE maths
grade A*C (or equivalent). Students must submit a
Disclosure and Barring Service check. International
students must have IELTS score of 7.0 in all elements.
See webpage for details.
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Clinical Applications of Psychology MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgclinicalpsychology
You will gain in-depth knowledge of theories of
adult and child psychopathology, and will study the
biopsychosocial aspects of health and illness. You
will explore the evidence base for psychological
and behavioural change interventions in mental
and physical health, and will cover advanced
research methodology and statistics. The
course also provides opportunities for detailed
and advanced study (via the dissertation) of a
chosen area in clinical applications of psychology,
enabling further development of your practical
research skills. You will acquire basic counselling
and cognitive behavioural skills, and will gain a
comprehensive knowledge of the issues relevant
to clinical practice, such as context and settings
for clinical practitioners. You will also consider
professional issues and current debates in
ethics and diversity relevant to practitioners and
researchers in mental health, and will learn how to
apply ethical principles in both your research and
via real or hypothetical clinical case studies.
Assessment
A variety of methods is used, including
essays, in-class tests, presentations, unseen
examinations, laboratory reports and dissertation.
Examples of modules
Clinical Applications of Psychology; Professional
Practice; Psychology Dissertation; Psychopathology
Across the Lifespan; Research Design and Analysis
Key features
Please note that, although this course is
anticipated to signicantly enhance your
knowledge of the clinical applications of
psychology and therefore benet your future
career be it in clinical training and practice,
research or other related areas of psychology it
does not lead to a professional qualication as a
clinical psychologist, nor does it guarantee entry
to doctoral-level training in clinical psychology.
The course is taught by both clinically active
psychologists as well as academics who
conduct research in clinically relevant areas.
There is a strong practical focus across all
modules we emphasise applying the relevant
theory and research to clinical practice in
mental health. You will also acquire foundation
counselling and cognitive behavioural skills.
If you are already in a clinical placement, we will
support you in considering relevant empirical
evidence and how it may inform your work with
the particular client group.
This course provides a dynamic and current perspective across the
various areas of clinical applications of psychology. Specically, it covers
theories of psychopathology from childhood to adulthood, and clinical
applications of psychology in health and wellbeing. The course also covers
basic counselling and cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) skills, as well as
the professional issues relevant to clinical practitioners.
Entry requirements
Second-class degree, or above, in psychology or
closely related eld; GCSE-level maths (grade A*C);
British Psychological Society eligibility, or equivalent.
International students must have IELTS score of 6.5
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Developmental Psychology MRes
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgdevelopmentalpsychologymres
You will learn about advanced methods of data
analysis and how to apply them to topical
research questions in developmental psychology.
You will also develop your capacity to critique
research ndings and theory by exploring
advanced psychological concepts and theories in
lectures, followed up by discussion and debate in
related seminars or practical work in small, group
workshops. You will be trained to address the
ethical issues raised by research with humans,
and will acquire the practical skills (interview
skills, questionnaire development, experimental
design and psychometric measurement)
necessary to collect and analyse quantitative and
qualitative data to address different research
questions. You will learn to use advanced
psychological research equipment, software and
psychometric tools through hands-on training. In
addition, you will learn to conduct research at an
advanced level of independence and initiative
with the support of your dissertation supervisor.
Assessment
Examples of modules
Applications of Psychological Research;
Psychology Dissertation; Research Design and
Analysis; Research Skills in Psychology; Option
modules (eg: Cognitive Development;
Development in Typical and Atypical Populations;
Social Development in Childhood and Adolescence)
Key features
This course provides an even balance of
research-related activities and taught content,
and enables you to extend your abilities to carry
out independent research in developmental
psychology at a level consistent with academic
and professional standards.
You will have the chance to undertake a
research placement in an applied setting (eg
under the supervision of a member of staff
specialising in developmental psychology and/
or in a school or clinical setting).
Opportunities to enhance your employability
and networking skills are available through the
Centre for Academic Support and Employability
(eg career talks and recruitment fairs with
graduate employers) and by the Psychology
Department (eg public seminars showcasing
cutting-edge research by eminent psychologists
in Kingston University and beyond).
This course covers the key issues that are emerging in different elds of
psychology and generating extensive research activity. It provides the
opportunity to advance your knowledge and gain the expertise and skills
to conduct research in developmental psychology. Our links with local
schools, national specialist schools and other institutions (eg museums)
enable you to carry out research with children in a range of settings and
from varying ages and backgrounds.
Entry requirements
Second-class degree, or above, in psychology or a
closely related eld; plus GCSE-level maths grade A*C.
overall, with 7.0 in writing. See webpage for details.
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Psychology MRes
(Masters by Research in Psychology)
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgpsychologymres
After an introduction to the key issues that
are generating extensive research activity, you
will learn advanced methods of data analysis,
applying them to topical research questions. You
will develop your capacity to critique research
ndings and theory by exploring advanced
psychological concepts and theories. You will
also address ethical issues raised by research
with humans, and acquire practical skills (eg
interview skills, questionnaire development,
experimental design and psychometric
measurement) necessary to collect and analyse
data to address research questions.
You will learn to use advanced psychological
research equipment, software and psychometric
tools through hands-on training, and will conduct
research at an advanced level, with the support
of your dissertation supervisor. The balance of
taught and research-based modules enables you
to focus on aspects of psychology that interest
you most.
Assessment
Examples of modules
Applications of Psychological Research;
Psychology Dissertation; Research Design and
Analysis; Research Skills in Psychology; Option
modules (eg: Cognitive Development;
Development in Typical and Atypical Populations;
Psychopathology Across the Life Span; Social
Development in Childhood and Adolescence;
Advanced Issues in the Psychology of Thinking;
Drug Use and Abuse; Issues and Controversies
in Psychology and Mental Health;
Neuropsychology and Neuro-rehabilitation; The
Psychology of Health and Wellbeing)
Key features
You will have the chance to undertake a
research placement in an applied setting (eg
under the supervision of a member of staff and/
or in a professional setting).
Purpose-built laboratories include facilities that
measure eye movements (two eye trackers),
cognition (CantLab, Eprime and SuperLab
software), psychophysiology and health
(assorted psychophysiological measurements
and psychometric tests).
Opportunities to enhance employability and
networking skills are available.
If you have an honours degree in psychology or related discipline, this
course will enable you to extend your practical expertise and theoretical
understanding of psychology. It provides advanced research experience that
will support applications for further professional training (eg clinical psychology)
and/or to pursue a PhD or other research activities. It will also equip you
with transferable research skills, enhancing your employability in sectors
where analysis and interpretation of data are important (eg human factors
research, research assistance and technical support, and market research).
Entry requirements
closely related eld; plus GCSE-level maths grade A*C.
overall, with 7.0 in writing. See webpage for details.
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Psychology MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgpsychologymsc
In addition to providing a broad (yet detailed)
overview of the subject of psychology, this
course promotes critical appraisal in relation
to psychological models, theories and
methodologies. You will conduct practical
research exercises and produce a substantial
research-based dissertation in an area of
psychology of your choice (subject to availability).
You will acquire skills in data analysis, statistical
methods, project design, teamwork and report
writing all sought-after skills by employers.
Assessment
Examples of modules
Cognition and Biological Psychology; Methods
and Statistics for MSc Psychology; Psychology
Dissertation; The Person in Psychology;
Option modules (eg: Advanced Developmental
Psychology; Advanced Issues in the Psychology
of Thinking; Applications of Psychological
Research; Critical Social Psychology: Memory,

Narrative and Representation; Neuropsychology
and Neuro-rehabilitation; Social Development in
Childhood and Adolescence; The Psychology
of Health and Wellbeing; Drug Use and Abuse;
Issues and Controversies in Psychology and
Mental Health)
Key features
This course confers eligibility for graduate
membership of the British Psychological
Society with the Graduate Basis for Chartered
Membership (GBC). This is the rst step
towards becoming a chartered psychologist.
You will beneft from modern, purpose-built
research laboratories and ofces, as well as
excellent computer facilities.
The Psychology team is a friendly and dynamic
group of researchers, experienced in teaching
their specialist areas. The team has links with
universities in Australia, the US and Europe.
Eminent psychologists from across the UK visit
the University to present fndings from the latest
research, keeping your learning cutting-edge.
This course offers a masters-level qualication accredited by the British
Psychological Society (BPS) and confers eligibility for Graduate Basis for
Chartered Membership. It is particularly suitable if you have insufcient
credit in psychology from your rst degree to meet BPS accreditation
criteria. The course covers all of the key subdisciplines of contemporary
psychology and provides extensive training in related research skills.
Entry requirements
closely related eld in which psychology comprises
min. 60 credits; plus GCSE-level maths grade A*C.
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Surveying
and Planning
Courses within the School of Surveying and Planning focus on the
broad range of surveying specialisms, such as real estate, building
surveying and quantity surveying, as well as property development.
These have been supplemented by spatial planning and place-
making programmes. Each course is tailored to a particular aspect
of both the surveying and planning professions, providing a rm
grounding in general property, development and place-making issues.
A commitment to sustainability is at the heart of all our courses.

Most courses are accredited by professional bodies such as the
Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the Chartered
Institute of Building (CIOB) and the Royal Town Planning Institute
(RTPI), empowering you to make the transition to professional
practice, whatever your market focus.

The School has achieved the status of Centre for Excellence in
Teaching and Learning (CETL), one of only 74 in the country and the
only one situated within a built environment school.

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Building Surveying MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgbuildingsurveying
You will gain knowledge of building materials,
construction technology and pathology; specialist
legal and regulatory issues; the design of simple
structures; and the preparation of schemes for
the rehabilitation of buildings. The course focuses
on the core competencies of the building surveyor
and professional builder operating at local,
regional and national levels. It takes into account
the developing sustainability agenda with which
construction professionals must increasingly
engage, together with multidisciplinary
requirements specic to building surveying.
While centred around the discipline requirements
necessary for the UK-based building surveying
professional, the course also contains European
and global perspectives appropriate to the
requirements of international consultancies.

Assessment
Exams, essays, projects, portfolio, dissertation
Examples of modules
Building Appraisal Maintenance and Renewal;
Law and Practice for the Built Environment;
Sustainable Construction Technology;
Specication Design and Analysis; Research
Principles and Application; Research Project
Key features
The course is fully accredited by the Royal
Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
You will have the opportunity to participate in a
week-long eld trip to a European capital.
Throughout the course, you will study alongside
others preparing for different roles within the
built environment, enabling you to develop an
understanding of the role of the building
surveyor within the team.
This course is ideal if you did not study building surveying at
undergraduate level but would like to enter the profession and require a
conversion course*. The course draws on the strength of project work,
which is a particular speciality of the School, and on the developing
sustainability agenda.
*See entry requirements for full details
Entry requirements
A rst degree in a semi-related discipline and
experience of working within the industry. International
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Historic Building Conservation MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgbuildingconservation
The course is designed to balance strategic
analysis with a good working knowledge of core
techniques. You will acquire the skills and
knowledge to extend your practice base to
include the specialist eld of historic building
conservation. A week-long eld trip to a
European city will provide the opportunity to
further develop your technical knowledge and
embed it within a practice scenario.
You will take part in our masters student
conference, in which all completing students
present their dissertation ndings in a formal,
London-based conference attended by
colleagues and practitioners.
Assessment
Essays, reports, seminars, laboratory exercises,
group eld trip, project, presentations,
dissertation, conference paper
Examples of modules
Analysing and Condition of Historic Buildings;
Defects and Pathology, Repair and Renewal;
Legislation and Economics for Historic Buildings;
Regeneration and Conservation of Historic
Environments; Research Principles and
Application; Research Project
Key features
The course is fully accredited by the Royal
Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and,
on successful completion, graduates will be
able to register for the RICS nal assessment
programme.
The course is also recognised by the Institute of
Historic Building Conservation (IHBC).
The course team works closely with a variety of
different organisations, such as the Historic
Royal Palaces, as well as Building Preservation
Trusts and English Heritage.
This course enables you to become a surveying professional within
the specialist eld of historic building conservation. London is rich in
its collection of historic buildings, and the course team places great
emphasis on using these to illustrate the various elements of the course.
In particular, past and ongoing works at the Historic Royal Palaces are
used as the basis for project work.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree (minimum 2:1) in any discipline,
preferably related. International students must have an
IETS score of 6.5 overall. See the course webpage for
full details.
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Planning & Sustainability MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgplansustain
The course is split between taught and research
modules. In the taught section, you will be
introduced to the concepts of sustainability,
regeneration and urban design, and will gain an
understanding of the legal and institutional
frameworks, including policy governing planning
and development. You will also discover how
urban environments can be planned and
developed to meet sustainable criteria.
The research element of the curriculum
comprises training in research methods, the
preparation and presentation of a conference
paper, and a dissertation or masters project.
Assessment
Essays; seminar papers, reports, plans and
presentations; case studies; major research-
based project or dissertation; conference paper
presented at the annual student masters
conference
Examples of modules
Planning and Sustainable Development; Spatial
Planning and Urban Design; Evolving Cities;
Socio-economic Sustainability in the
Environmental Context; Research; Principles and
Key features
The course is accredited by the Royal Town
Planning Institute (RTPI) and the Royal
You will be invited to attend a week-long feld
trip to a major European city as part of the
Evolving Cities module, where you will
undertake a project with a sustainability theme.
Site visits are included as part of the planned
programme for taught modules.
If you would like to specialise in planning and land development but your
interests extend beyond issues of protability, risk and return to include
the wellbeing of communities and issues of sustainability, then this course
is ideal. It is designed to integrate the theory and practice of spatial or
town and country planning with the growing pressures for urban and rural
developments to meet community needs and sustainable criteria.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree or equivalent in any discipline.
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Quantity Surveying MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgqs
The course provides an opportunity to graduates
from disciplines other than surveying to convert
their transferable skills and extend their abilities in
a critical way to the quantity surveying profession.
You will develop in-depth knowledge and
understanding of procurement, construction
contracts and their administration. You will acquire
sound knowledge of construction economics and
cost planning. The curriculum further places
emphasis on the EU and UK legal framework
relating to construction, sustainable construction
technology and project management.
In addition to the core taught modules, you will
receive training on research methodology and
undertake a dissertation.
Assessment
Examinations, individual/group assignments
involving reports and projects, dissertation,
presentation at the annual masters conference
Examples of modules
Applied Sustainable Construction Technology
and Measurement; Contract Law Administration
and Practice; Design Economics and Cost
Planning; Management Consultancy; Research
Principles and Application; Research Project
Key features
The course develops the core competencies
required of the chartered quantity surveyor and
prepares you for a career in this area. There is
an emphasis on project- and teamwork.
A week-long feld trip to a major European city
will provide you with the opportunity to apply
your knowledge and understanding to a
simulated real-life project scenario.
Quantity surveyors play a key role in the construction industry, ensuring
that development costs are appropriately and accurately managed.
Kingston University is a long-established Royal Institution of Chartered
Surveyors (RICS) partner university, and this course, which is accredited
in full by the RICS, will equip you with the skills and knowledge to start
you on a career that offers enormous scope for teamworking, travel and
nancial rewards.
Entry requirements
Good degree (minimum 2:1) in any discipline, although
a related subject is an advantage. International
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Real Estate MSc
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgrealestate
The course will enable you to develop key
research and analytical skills alongside your
practical competencies. By allowing exibility in
curriculum choice, you can deepen your
knowledge within focused areas of investment,
asset management or development.
You will study six modules, which have been
designed to ensure that they align with the core
competencies of RICS but also allow you to
pursue your individual interests through the
design and execution of your own independent
research project.
The project culminates in the unique Kingston
Surveying and Planning Masters Conference.
There is also an international residential eld trip.
Assessment
Written and oral assignments, practical case
studies, research project culminating in the
annual masters conference
Examples of modules
Fundamentals of Real Estate Strategy; Concept,
Property Appraisal and Valuation (includes the
international eld trip); Research Principles and
Application; Research Project; Two option
modules (eg: Property Investment Analysis and
Funding; Economic Sustainability and
Responsible Investment; Planning and
Sustainable Development; Evolving Cities;
Commercial Property Practice; Commercial
Property and Asset Management)
Key features
The course is accredited by the Royal
A week-long feld trip to a major city provides
an opportunity to apply your knowledge and
understanding to a simulated real-life project
scenario.
Many members of staff are research active or
professional practitioners, which keeps your
learning cutting-edge, and you also benet
from the input of senior practitioners who head
leading property and real estate companies.
This is an innovative degree designed for people seeking to gain a high-
level education and Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)-
accredited award. It is designed primarily for people working or wanting to
work within the real-estate sector either in the UK or beyond.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree or equivalent professional
qualication, relevant employment or practice
experience, and experience within the elds of
property, nance, law or business (min. 2 years).
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Sustainable Place Making
& Urban Design MA
www.kingston.ac.uk/pgsustainableplacemaking
The course is split between taught and research
modules. It will help you to become a spatial
planner by strengthening your visualisation of 2D
and 3D forms and your understanding of spatial
relationships to better the social and economic
wellbeing of people and the environment. It will
also prepare you to work with multidisciplinary
teams of professionals, offering a wide range of
opportunities in both public- and private-sector
organisations.
In the masters project, you can focus on an area of
particular interest and gain valuable research skills.
You will then develop this into a conference paper
for presentation at the annual masters conference.
Assessment
Essays, reports and seminar papers; design
masterplans and development projects, case
studies, workshop presentations, major
research-based masters project, conference
paper for presentation at the annual masters
student conference
Examples of modules
Designing Sustainable Places; Spatial Planning
and Urban Design; Evolving Cities; Developing
Sustainable Places; Research Principles and
Key features
This course is fully accredited by the Royal
Town Planning Institute (RTPI) and the Royal
Site visits are included as part of the planned
programme for taught modules; and, as part of
the Evolving Cities module, you will undertake a
eld study in a major European city.
This accredited course is ideal if you want to focus your planning studies
on spatial analysis, place making and urban design within the context of
developing thriving sustainable communities and vibrant public places.
Entry requirements
Good honours degree, or equivalent, in any discipline,
and an aptitude for design work. International students
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A
Accounting & Finance MSc 71
Advanced Industrial & Manufacturing Systems MSc 148
Advanced Product Design Engineering MSc 149
Advertising & the Creative Economy MA 108
Advertising, Marketing Communications & MA 216
Aerospace Engineering MSc 142
Aesthetics & Art Theory MA 238
Analytical Chemistry / with Management Studies MSc 231
Animation, Computer MA 111
Applied Econometrics MSc 115
Applied Linguistics for Language Teaching MA 185
Applied Social Research Methods MSc 243
Art (see also Design):
Art & Design History MA 77
Art & Space MA 90
Art Market Appraisal (Professional Practice) MA 78
European Art Practice MA 91
Experimental Film MA 92
Fine Art MFA 93
Fine Art with Learning & Teaching in HE MA 94
Museum & Gallery Studies MA 80
Museums and Galleries & the Creative Economy MA 108
Photography MA 95
Automotive Engineering (with pathways in Hybrid & Electric Vehicles
and Commercial Vehicles) MSc 150
B
Banking (see also Finance):
Banking & Finance MSc 72
Investment & Financial Risk Management MSc 75
Biology, Cancer MSc 211
Biomedical Science: Haematology / Medical Microbiology MSc 208
Biomedical Science with Management Studies MSc 209
Biotechnology / with Management Studies MSc 210
Brand Management, Marketing & MA 215
Building Conservation, Historic MSc 255
Building Surveying MSc 254
Business:
Business & Economic Forecasting MSc 116
Business & Management MRes 164
Business Information Technology MSc 157
Business PhD 162
Business Psychology MSc 180
Doctor of Business Administration DBA 163
Financial & Business Management MSc 74
International Business Management (with pathways in
Entrepreneurship, Marketing and Project Management) MSc 158
Logistics & Supply Chain Management MSc 159
Master of Business Administration MBA 155
Master of Business Administration MBA by distance learning 156
C
Cancer Biology MSc 211
Chemistry, Analytical / with Management Studies MSc 231
Child Psychology MSc 248
Civil Engineering, Management in Construction MSc 145
Clinical Applications of Psychology MSc 249
Clinical Leadership MSc 172
Clinical Practice MRes 173
Commercial Law, International LLM 202
Commercial Vehicles (Automotive Engineering) MSc 150
Communication design:
Communication Design & the Creative Economy MA 108
Communication Design: Graphic Design MA 81
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Communication Design: Illustration MA 82
Communications:
Corporate Communications MA 213
International Political Communication, Advocacy &
Campaigning MSc 133
Marketing Communications & Advertising MA 216
Media & Communication MA 223
with Management Studies MSc 104
Political Communication, Advocacy & Campaigning MSc 133
Composing for Film & Television MMus 224
Computing:
Business Information Technology MSc 157
Computer Animation MA 111
Cybercrime MA (minor field) 246
Embedded Systems (with a pathway in Computer Vision) /
Game Development (Design) MA 112
Game Development (Programming) MSc 112
Information Systems (with pathways in E-commerce and Health
Information Management) / with Management Studies MSc 100
IT & Strategic Innovation MSc 102
Software Engineering / with Management Studies MSc 105
User Experience Design MSc 113
Conservation, Historic Building MSc 255
Construction:
Management in Construction MSc 144
Management in Construction (Civil Engineering) MSc 145
Structural Design & Construction Management MSc 146
Structural Design & Construction Management
with Sustainability MSc 147
Consultancy, Management MSc 160
Contemporary European Philosophy MA 239
Corporate & Financial Law LLM 197
Creative industries and the creative economy:
Creative Writing & the Creative Economy MA 108
Design: Product and Space & the Creative Economy MA 108
Fashion & the Creative Economy MA 108
Film Making & the Creative Economy MA 108
Journalism & the Creative Economy MA 108
Managing in the Creative Economy MA 108
Music & the Creative Economy MA 108
Publishing & the Creative Economy MA 108
Creative writing:
Creative Writing & the Creative Economy MA 108
Creative Writing & Pedagogy MA 188
Creative Writing & Publishing MA 189
Creative Writing low-residency MA/MFA 187
Creative Writing MA/MFA 186
Playwriting MA 220
Criminology:
Criminological Psychology MA (minor field) 245
Criminology MA 244
Criminology with Law MA 247
Forensic Analysis MSc 232
Criticism, Literature & Theory MA 190
Curating Contemporary Design MA 83
D
Data Communications, Networking & /
Design (see also Art):
Art & Space MA 90
Communication Design: Graphic Design MA 81
Communication Design: Illustration MA 82
Computer Animation MA 111
Curating Contemporary Design MA 83
Design with Learning & Teaching in HE MA 84
Design: Product+Space MA 85
Fashion MA 86
Graphic Design MA 81
Illustration MA 82
Landscape & Urbanism MA 96
Production Design for Film & Television MA 88
Sustainable Design MA 89
Sustainable Place Making & Urban Design MA 259
Development & Globalisation MA 117
Development & International Economics MA 118
Developmental Psychology MRes 250
Dispute Resolution LLM 198
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Doctorates:
Business PhD 162
Doctor of Education EdD 137
Law Doctorate PhD by Research 206
Drama:
Playwriting MA 220
E
Economics:
Applied Econometrics MSc 115
Business & Economic Forecasting MSc 116
Development & Globalisation MA 117
Development & International Economics MA 118
Econometrics, Applied MSc 115
Economic Policy MA 119
Economics (Political Economy) MA 120
Financial Economics MA 121
International Politics & Economics MA 122
Philosophy & Political Economy MA 123
Political Economy MA 124
Political Economy, Macroeconomics & Finance MSc 125
Education (see also Teaching):
Education (English Language Teaching) MA 138
Music Education MA 225
E-commerce (Information Systems) MSc 100
Electric Vehicles, Hybrid & (Automotive Engineering) MSc 150
Embedded Systems (with a pathway in Computer Vision) /
Employment Law LLM 199
Engineering:
Advanced Industrial & Manufacturing Systems MSc 148
Aerospace Engineering MSc 142
Automotive Engineering (with pathways in Hybrid & Electric
Vehicles and Commercial Vehicles) MSc 150
Civil Engineering (Management in Construction) MSc 145
Engineering Projects & Systems Management MSc 151
Mechanical Engineering MSc 152
Mechatronic Systems MSc 153
Renewable Energy Engineering MSc 143
English Literature MA 191
English Language Teaching MA 138
Entrepreneurship, International Business Management MSc 158
Environment (see also Sustainability):
Environmental & Earth Resources Management MSc 167
Environmental Law & Sustainability LLM 200
Environmental Politics MSc 127
Hazards & Disaster Management MSc 168
Sustainability & Environmental Change MSc 169
Sustainable Environmental Development with
Management Studies MSc 170
European Art Practice MA 91
European Philosophy, Contemporary MA 239
European Philosophy, Modern MA 240
Exercise for Health MSc 174
F
Fashion:
Fashion MA 86
Fashion Retailing MA 87
Film:
Film Making & the Creative Economy MA 108
film making MA 221
Film Studies MA 222
Finance:
Accounting & Finance MSc 71
Banking & Finance MSc 72
Finance MSc 73
Financial Economics MA 121
Law with Finance LLM 204
Fine Art MFA 93
Forensic Analysis MSc 232
G
Gallery Studies, Museum & MA 80
Game Development (Programming) MSc 112
General Law LLM 201
Genocide Studies, Human Rights & MA (Joint European Masters) 129
Geographical Information Systems & Science MSc 166
Graphic Design (Communication Design) MA 81
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Healthcare:
Biomedical Science: Haematology / Medical Microbiology MSc 208
Cancer Biology MSc 211
Exercise for Health MSc 174
Information Systems (Health Information Management) MSc 100
Maternal and Child Health, Healthcare Practice:* MSc 175
Physiotherapy MSc (pre-registration) 176
Rehabilitation MSc 177
Haematology (Biomedical Science) MSc 208
Heritage (Contemporary Practice) MA 79
Historic Building Conservation MSc 255
History:
History MA 126
Human resource management:
Human Resource Management MA 181
International Human Resource Management MSc 182
Human rights:
Human Rights MA 128
MA (Joint European Masters) 129
International Conflict MSc 130
International Relations MSc 131
Nationalism MSc 132
Terrorism & Political Violence MSc 135
Hybrid & Electric Vehicles, Automotive Engineering MSc 150
I
Illustration (Communication Design) MA 82
Industrial & Manufacturing Systems, Advanced MSc 148
Information Systems (with pathways in E-commerce and Health
Information Management) / with Management Studies MSc 100
Information Technology, Business MSc 157
International Commercial Law LLM 202
International Economics, Development & MA 118
International Political Communication,
Advocacy & Campaigning MSc 133
International Trade, Law with Law of LLM 205
IT & Strategic Innovation / with Management Studies MSc 102
J
Journalism:
Journalism & the Creative Economy MA 108
Journalism MA 193
Magazine Journalism MA 194
L
Language & Society MA 192
Law:
Criminology with Law MA 247
Dispute Resolution LLM 198
Employment Law LLM 199
General Law LLM 201
International Commercial Law LLM 202
Law with Criminology LLM 203/247
Law with Finance LLM 204
Law with Law of International Trade LLM 205
Linguistics, Applied, for Language Teaching MA 185
Literature:
Criticism, Literature & Theory MA 190
English Literature MA 191
M
Magazine Journalism MA 194
Management:
Biomedical Science with Management Studies MSc 209
Environmental & Earth Resources Management MSc 167
Health Information Management (Information Systems) MSc 100
Human Resource Management MA 181
Management Consultancy MSc 160
Managing in the Creative Economy MA 108
Marketing & Brand Management MA 215
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Master of Business Administration MBA by distance learning 156
Retail Management & Marketing MSc 218
Strategic Project Management MSc 161
Manufacturing Systems, Advanced Industrial & MSc 148
Marketing:
International Business Management (Marketing) MSc 158
Marketing MSc 214
Marketing & Brand Management MA 215
Marketing Communications & Advertising MA 216
Marketing with English MA 217
Master of Business Administration
MBA by distance learning 156
Maternal and Child Health, Healthcare Practice:* MSc 175
Mechanical Engineering MSc 152
Mechatronic Systems MSc 153
Media & Communication MA 223
Medical Microbiology (Biomedical Science) MSc 208
Modern European Philosophy MA 240
Museum & Gallery Studies MA 80
Music:
Music & the Creative Economy MA 108
Music Education MA 225
Music MA 226
Music Performance MMus 227
Production of Popular Music MMus 228
Sonic Arts MMus 229
N
Nationalism MSc 132
O
Occupational Psychology MSc 183
Overseas Pharmacists Assessment Programme,
Pharmacy Practice PgDip/MSc 236
P
Performance, Music MMus 227
Pharmaceutical Analysis / with Management Studies MSc 233
Pharmaceutical Science / with Management Studies MSc 234
Pharmaceutical Technology MSc 235
Pharmacy Practice (Overseas Pharmacists Assessment
Programme) PgDip/MSc 236
Philosophy:
Contemporary European Philosophy MA 239
Modern European Philosophy MA 240
Philosophy & Contemporary Critical Theory MA 241
Photography MA 95
Physiotherapy MSc (pre-registration) 176
Planning & Sustainability MA 256
Playwriting MA 220
Politics:
Economics (Political Economy) MA 120
Environmental Politics MSc 127
Human Rights MA 128
MA (Joint European Masters) 129
International Political Communication, Advocacy &
Campaigning MSc 133
Nationalism MSc 132
Political Communication, Advocacy & Campaigning MSc 133
Political Economy MA 124
Politics MSc 134
Primary Teaching leading to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) PGCE 139
Product design:
Production of Popular Music MMus 228
Project management:
International Business Management (Project Management) MSc 158
Psychology:
Business Psychology MSc 180
Child Psychology MSc 248
Clinical Applications of Psychology MSc 249
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Criminological Psychology MA (minor field) 245
Developmental Psychology MRes 250
Occupational Psychology MSc 183
Psychology Masters by Research in Psychology 251
Psychology MSc 252
Public relations:
Publishing:
Creative Writing & Publishing MA 189
Publishing MA 195
Publishing & the Creative Economy MA 108
Q
Quantity Surveying MSc 257
R
Real Estate MSc 258
Rehabilitation MSc 177
Research:
Applied Social Research Methods MSc 243
Business PhD 162
Psychology Masters by Research in Psychology 251
Retail:
Fashion Retailing MA 87
S
Secondary Teaching leading to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) PGCE 140
Social Work MSW 178
Sonic Arts MMus 229
Spatial design:
Art & Space MA 90
Supply Chain Management, Logistics & MSc 159
Surveying:
Building Surveying MSc 254
Quantity Surveying MSc 257
Sustainability (see also Environment):
Heritage (Contemporary Practice) MA 79
Planning & Sustainability MA 256
Sustainability & Environmental Change MSc 169
Sustainable Design MA 89
T
Teaching (see also Education):
Applied Linguistics for Language Teaching MA 185
Design with Learning & Teaching in HE MA 84
Education (English Language Teaching) MA 138
Primary Teaching
leading to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) PGCE 139
Secondary Teaching
leading to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) PGCE 140
Television, Composing for Film & MMus 224
Television, Production Design for Film & MA 88
U
Urban Design, Sustainable Place Making & MA 259
Urbanism, Landscape & MA 96
W
Writing: See Creative writing and Journalism
*Subject to validation
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River House
5357 High Street
London
KT1 1LQ
United Kingdom
T: +44 (0)20 8417 3411
F: +44 (0)20 8417 3028
www.kingston.ac.uk/international
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