Beginning a new year at King's

Our article I need a replacement student ID card has more information on requesting a replacement ID card.

Once you’ve re-enrolled at King’s, you’ll then be able to select your modules, and view your programme timetable. Take a look at our article Registering for your modules and Accessing your timetable for guidance on this.

Every student at King’s is assigned a personal tutor, who is an academic member of staff in your department or faculty; they could also be a teaching fellow or lecturer.

Your personal tutor can:

• Provide a single point of contact for you

• Offer support and guidance

• Discuss academic progress

• Direct to specialist support services

• Encourage extra/co-curricular involvement

• Write references for you

Our article Who is my personal tutor? and our full list of articles on personal tutoring provide more information on how your personal tutor can support you.

Our article What student support services are available at King's? gives you an overview of the different support available to you at King's.

King's College London Students' Union (KCLSU) is led by students, for students and supports its 30,000+ members to get the most out of all aspects of University life. At KCLSU, students can connect with one another, build communities, share experiences, and make change. 

Our article What events are held by KCLSU for new and returning students? gives you an overview of the different ways you can get involved with KCLSU.

At King’s, we want students to enhance their employability skills to fully equip them for employment upon graduation. Our Careers & Employability Service can support you with all aspects of building your career and offer support, ranging from:

• Careers guidance appointments

• CV and application advice

• Practice interviews

• PhD and research appointments

• Workshops and panels

• Internships opportunities

Our article How can the Careers & Employability Service help me provides an overview of the support offered to you throughout your studies. 

Libraries & Collections provide a range of support and resources to help you excel in your studies at King’s. Before you return, you should access the Getting started using the Library guide, which will give you a refresher on topics such as :  

• How to find resources in the Library

• Using databases and e-journals

• Using our Special Collections & Archives services

• Subject specific guides 

Our article How can Libraries & Collections support me throughout my studies at King's? provides an overview of the support and resources you can access from Library Services.

To help you prepare and take online assessments: 

• Take a look at the strategies and activities on the Revision and Exams section of King's Academic Skills for Learning (KASL) on KEATS.

• Visit the TeachLearnTech Student Site for guidance on uploading assignments online.

Each department and faculty can help you through your studies, with practical support to do with your course, but also by supporting your general wellbeing. If you have concerns about your course or you're struggling to adjust to university life this year, do approach your department for support. 

For a breakdown of the best contacts for support by faculty, please see our article Contacting & visiting your faculty/department.​​​​​​