King's College London

King's College London (KCL) is a public research university located in London, United Kingdom. It is a founding college and member institution of the federal University of London. Established by Royal Charter in 1829 by King George IV and the Duke of Wellington, it is one of the oldest universities in England. King's has a distinguished reputation in the humanities, law, sciences, and health areas, including a notable history in the development of medical education.

History

King's College London was founded to ensure that the education it provided would be in the service of society, in contrast to the purely academic focus of other institutions such as Oxford and Cambridge. It was the first university institution to have both a chapel and a scientific research laboratory.

Campuses

King's has five campuses across London, with its historic Strand Campus overlooking the River Thames. Other campuses include the Guy's Campus, located near the Shard and home to the Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine and the Dental Institute; the Waterloo Campus, known for its School of Social Science & Public Policy; the Denmark Hill Campus in South London, which houses the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience; and the St Thomas' Campus, site of the School of Medical Education.

Academic Profile

Faculties

King's College London is structured into nine faculties:

• Faculty of Arts & Humanities
• Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine
• Faculty of Dental, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences
• Dickson Poon School of Law
• Faculty of Natural & Mathematical Sciences
• Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery & Palliative Care
• Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience
• School of Global Affairs
• School of Medical Education

Research

King's is renowned for its research output and contributions to various fields, including health sciences, where it has made significant advancements in mental health, dentistry, and cancer research. The university is part of the Francis Crick Institute and the King's Health Partners academic health sciences centre.

Student Life

King's College London has a vibrant student life with over 300 student-led societies and clubs. The King's College London Students' Union (KCLSU) offers a range of support services, events, and activities for students.

Notable Alumni and Faculty

King's has an impressive list of alumni and faculty, including Nobel laureates, heads of state, and leaders in various fields such as literature, science, and politics. Notable figures include Desmond Tutu, Florence Nightingale, and Peter Higgs.

Medical Education

The School of Medical Education at King's College London is one of the leading medical schools in the UK. It offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in medicine and biomedical sciences. The school is known for its cutting-edge research and its contributions to medical education, healthcare improvement, and patient care.