Our Academic Skills Programme teaches core academic language and literacy skills. Students learn about academic writing, academic integrity and independent learning. The programme is delivered to all King’s students. It is accompanied by resources, in-person workshops and one-to-one appointments.

King’s Foundations prepares students to succeed at university. We offer a range of programmes designed for students who are studying in the UK for the first time, returning to study after a break, or who just need a little extra support to improve their academic or English language skills. Our programmes include King's International Foundation Programme, pre-sessional English courses and Prepare for Postgraduate programme. Our team of experts have helped thousands of students succeed in growing their skills and completing their studies at King's and other universities.

King’s Language Centre is the largest in the UK and offers courses in 28 languages. We welcome language learners at every level, from total beginners to near-fluent speakers. Our Language Centre runs a wide range of different courses to suit the needs of both learners within and outside of King’s. Our evening and Saturday language courses are open to all. We offer both in-person and online classes to suit learners from all over the UK and beyond. We are also experienced providers of private language tuition for small groups. We work with individuals as well as organisations and private companies to deliver bespoke corporate language training.

King’s Summer Programmes are short courses held over the summer months. They cover a range of topics within Business, Law, Arts & Humanities, Social Sciences & Public Policy, Life Sciences & Medicine and Psychology & Neuroscience. Our pre-university summer school is a rare opportunity for school students to learn what it's like to study at university. Our undergraduate summer school gives students the opportunity to experience research-based teaching in a subject area of their choice. We also work with our partners both inside and outside of King's to create tailored, bespoke courses based around their needs.

We support 12,000 students and professionals each year through our various programmes and courses. We help our whole community reach their academic, professional and personal goals. Our foundation programmes offer a clear pathway to academic success. They prepare students for life at one of the world’s leading universities. A significant number of our foundation students progress to undergraduate study at King’s. We’ve also extended our impact beyond the King’s community. We provide language tuition to students and professionals at other top institutions, such as London Business School and Courtauld Institute of Art. Our work plays a central role in contributing to the success of King’s diverse student body and advancing King’s commitment to international education and collaboration.