- Libraries:
- Libraries are present at each of the four sites and share 423 000 books based on subject orientation. There are 1470 study places. This is just about enough. There have been big improvements in library facilties and service and the majority of students now rate the library highly. Official government stats show that all of Kingston's departments have top marks for learning resources.
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- Computing:
- Around 1600 computers. Bring your own if you have one. There can be a wait at dissertation time.
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- Sports:
- Facilities are split up around the sites which is a little annoying. They include: playing fields, tennis courts, gym, fitness centre and aerobics studio.
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- Disabled Students:
- Dyslexia sufferers are well catered for and access for wheelchairs is not bad. It could be better though.
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- Student Welfare:
- An excellent welfare setup which includes resources for alternative medicine and sports injuries. There is a stress relief group and free dental checks. Aside from this though the union has been described as 'pretty bloody unhelpful.'
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- Parking:
- Parking in town is in expensive multi storey blocks and should be avoided. When busy the traffic flow in the centre is very poor and causes long traffic jams on most major approach roads.
The University has some limited, permit-based parking, but not really enough.
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- University Shops:
- There is a small shop at the Penrhyn Rd campus which is a bit limited, otherwise the local area provides.
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- University Bookshops:
- Waterstones is the official bookshop and there are others in Kingston itself.
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- Banking:
- A cashpoint on the Penrhyn Rd campus and there are branches of all major banks dotted around and within easy reach.
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- Transport Policy:
- Kingston's transport policy is excellent. There are free buses between all sites and halls. These are regular, quick and efficient.
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- Green Areas:
- The local area is very green. The river is bordered by some lovely parkland and Hampton Court is nearby. Heading out of town there is deep countryside within a 20 minute drive.
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