Established in 1829 by King George IV and the Duke of Wellington, the then Prime Minister, it is the fourth oldest university in England. King's has a proud history of inspiring and supporting those who seek to solve the world's most pressing problems. For almost 200 years, its community has been deeply rooted in the belief that learning and research should serve society.

This commitment to knowledge with purpose – using expertise as a force for good – lies at the heart of King’s core mission. From research that led to the discovery of the structure of DNA, to developing life-changing therapies and making maths education available to underrepresented groups, the university continues to have a transformational impact on society.

King’s is a global university with students and staff from more than 190 countries, and over 150 global partner institutions.

King’s graduates are sought after by employers worldwide. King’s has received a Gold rating for student outcomes in the 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework as well as being ranked 12th in the UK for Graduate Outcomes in the 2025 Complete University Guide.