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British Guardianship at Kingston University
Nominated Guardian for Kingston University. University guardianship programme for international students.
Are you looking for a Nominated Guardian for Kingston University? International students under the age of 18 are required to have an Accredited UK Guardianship in place when enrolling at a UK university. Once your application is accepted and you are enrolled at Kingston University, British Guardianship can provide a fully accredited university guardianship service, including a dedicated local coordinator who can visit your child, attend parents' evenings on your behalf, maintain regular contact throughout your guardianship programme, and assist with any additional requests you may have.
Guardianship Fees
Our UK university guardianship services for Kingston University start from £250 per term.
Dedicated Guardianship Manager
As soon as your application is received, a dedicated member of our guardianship team becomes your main contact, managing every aspect of your nominated guardian arrangements.
Our Services
UK University Guardianship
An accredited nominated guardian for international students who start at Kingston University before turning 18. Your child has a dedicated local coordinator and 24-hour emergency support, and you receive regular updates until your child turns 18. Prices from £250 per term.
Learn More →University Overview
Kingston University is a public university in Kingston upon Thames, south-west London. Its origins date back to 1899, and it gained university status in 1992. The town setting on the River Thames is around 30 minutes from central London, and teaching takes place across four campuses: Penrhyn Road, Knights Park, Kingston Hill and Roehampton Vale.
The university has more than 20,000 students from around 140 countries. Academic provision is organised into four faculties: Kingston School of Art; Business and Social Sciences; Health, Science, Social Care and Education; and Engineering, Computing and the Environment. Kingston School of Art has a strong reputation in design, fashion, film and photography, while the Roehampton Vale campus specialises in engineering, including aerospace and automotive subjects. Kingston holds Gold ratings in all three categories of the Teaching Excellence Framework, placing it among a relatively small group of UK providers with this outcome. The university also places emphasis on enterprise and graduate employability, with a consistently strong record for student and graduate start-ups and recognition for its work on social mobility.
Information for International Students
Kingston has a diverse student body drawn from around 140 countries. International applicants are supported by dedicated visa advisers who assist with Student visa applications, Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) queries, working in the UK during and after study, and general adjustment to life in the UK. The Information Centre acts as the main point of contact for day-to-day enquiries.
Undergraduate courses typically require IELTS 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in each component, and most postgraduate courses require IELTS 6.5. Online pre-sessional English courses are available for students who need to reach the required level before starting their degree.
The Kingston University International Study Centre, operated by Study Group, offers an International Foundation Year, International Year One, a Pre-Masters Programme and English language preparation, with progression to Kingston degrees. New international students are expected to arrive for a dedicated International Arrivals and Orientation week before term begins, and an airport pickup service is available for new students during the arrival period. Graduates may be eligible for the UK Graduate Route after completing their studies.
Intake Information
Intake information is provided as a general guide. Start dates vary between universities and courses, and not every course is offered at every intake. Please follow the UCAS deadlines for undergraduate applications and check the latest dates on the official Kingston University website.
Frequently Asked Questions
UK universities typically require international students who are under 18 when they enrol to have a UK-based nominated guardian in place. The guardian acts on behalf of the parents while the student is a minor, serving as the university's point of contact in an emergency, supporting the student's welfare and providing a trusted adult close by. British Guardianship provides this as a fully accredited university guardianship service.
We have guardians available and ready to be assigned. The overall timeframe depends on how quickly the required paperwork is completed and communication with Kingston University is finalised. As every case is different, timelines can vary, but we aim to make the process as smooth and efficient as possible.
Our UK university guardianship services for Kingston University start from £250 per term. We also offer premium and bespoke packages, and with our flexible guardianship services you only pay for the services you need. Full details are on our guardianship fees page.
No. Once your child turns 18, the nominated guardian requirement no longer applies and guardianship services are no longer needed. This is why our university guardianship is priced per term, so you only pay until your child's 18th birthday.
A UK student guardian must be a responsible adult, usually aged 25 or over, who lives permanently in the UK, speaks fluent English and is close enough to respond quickly in an emergency. The guardian must be contactable 24 hours a day, act as the university's emergency contact until the student turns 18, and hold an Enhanced DBS check where they or their household host the student. Kingston University may also ask for the guardian's details at enrolment and set additional requirements of its own. As an AEGIS-accredited guardianship provider, British Guardianship meets these requirements on your behalf, with vetted guardians, Enhanced DBS checked host families and 24-hour emergency support.
Disclaimer: Logo, images and videos are shown courtesy of Kingston University and remain the property of their respective owners. British Guardianship is an independent AEGIS-accredited guardianship provider and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kingston University. University information is provided as a general guide; please refer to the official Kingston University website for the latest university information and details.
