Applying to study Computer Science at King's
King's welcomes applications for Computer Science. Computer Scientists studying at King's come from all kinds of schools and we accept a range of qualifications from countries around the world. Our most common standard offers are listed on the entrance requirements page. Women are underrepresented in university Computer Science courses. We therefore actively encourage applications from women to study Computer Science at King's.
Subject Requirements
Minimum offer level
A Level: A*A*A
IB: 41-42 points, with 776 at Higher Level
Subject requirements
You will need A levels/IB Higher Levels (or the equivalent) in:
- Maths
- Further Mathematics (A level only, see below if you do not have this A level)
If you’re studying IB, we ask for Analysis and Approaches for this course. If this isn’t an option at your school, please contact the College you wish to apply to for advice.
We may require A*/7 in Mathematics or Further Mathematics, and may occasionally specify an A* in other subjects.
Further Mathematics A level
If you’re taking A levels and have the opportunity to study Further Mathematics, you must choose this as one of your qualifications. If you have the opportunity to study Further Mathematics at AS level but not A level, then you should take the AS level.
If you’re unable to take either qualification, you’ll need to demonstrate equivalent knowledge and ability through independent study of the subject matter; this will be assessed through your performance in the relevant pre-admissions assessment. We’d advise contacting a College admissions office for further advice and guidance.
Admissions Assessments
Applicants for Computer Science will need to take a pre-registration required written assessment at an authorised test centre local to them. This assessment will be the Test of Mathematics for University Admission (TMUA). You must be registered in advance to take the assessment. You must register yourself, your school cannot do this for you.
Your performance in the written assessment will not be considered in isolation, but will be taken into account alongside the other elements of your application.
All applicants for courses with pre-registered assessment must be registered in advance. Late registration will not be possible and may result in the application being invalid. Students self-register for the test – their school cannot do this for them. Please make contact with your nearest test centre as soon as possible.
Applicants applying in the 2024 application round for entry in 2025/26 will have to take the TMUA (Test of Mathematics for University Admission) for Computer Science.
Written Work
You will not be asked to submit any written work as part of your application.
Interviews
If you are invited for interviews at King's, these will take place in early December. Selected candidates will have two interviews, each with one or two members of the teaching staff associated with Computer Science.
