Gap Year Programmes

Taking a gap year will be one of the most memorable and enriching experiences of your life. Our gap year opportunities in the UK and US will help you further your English ability, experience new countries and cultures, and by doing so enhance a whole range of other life skills.

Our Academic Study Programme in the UK and Semester Abroad programs in the US can either be a great stand-alone experience, or your springboard to further study in the UK or US.

Flexible programmes

Choose from 1, 2 or 3 terms.
A range of excellent locations in the UK (London, Brighton, Bournemouth and Oxford), and the US (Boston, New York, Los Angeles)

Gain a valuable insight into UK academic life.
Depending on aptitudes and interests students will join either Advanced Level Foundation, Art and Design Foundation, Law Foundation or International Business Foundation classes.
Increase or acquire subject-specific knowledge at pre-university level.
Small classes of 8-12 students.
Experience UK life and culture through a varied range of organised enrichment activities.
Average of 20 – 25 hours per week, plus homework and private study.
Develop university-level English proficiency.
A range of high quality accommodation options, including on-site or nearby residences and host families.

Academic Study Programme

Experience American college life with the Semester Abroad Program in Boston, New York City or California.

Experience American university life first-hand through an immersive US campus experience.
Take classes alongside American students, following the same curriculum.
Access academic programs across a range of subject areas.
Live in on-campus housing.
Further enhance your English proficiency.
Benefit from continuous on-campus support from Kings staff.
Gain credits which you can use to complete your degree back home.
Access a full range of student clubs and organizations.