HACKKINGS
A twenty-four hour hackathon at King’s College London. Three hundred builders, one weekend, and software that ships by Sunday.
Build somethingthat outlaststhe weekend.
HackKings is King’s College London’s flagship hackathon organised by KCL Tech: a twenty-four hour build weekend where the hackers come together to design, engineer, and present working projects.
We bring the food, swag and caffeine. You bring the energy.
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03 / The people behind itFAQ
Everything you need before Friday. Written for first-time entrants and returning teams alike.
01Who can participate?+
Any currently enrolled university student is eligible, regardless of institution or year of study. You do not need to attend King's College London to take part.
02Do I need a team?+
Teams may have up to four members. You are welcome to enter solo or with a partial team; a dedicated team formation session on Friday evening helps you find collaborators.
03What should I build?+
Anything you can ship in twenty-four hours. Optional tracks and sponsor challenges are announced at the opening ceremony, but the scope of your project is yours to define.
04Is there a cost to enter?+
Entry is free. Meals, refreshments, workspace, and overnight facilities are provided for the full duration of the event.
05What should I bring?+
A valid student ID, your laptop and chargers, and any hardware your project requires. A sleeping bag is advisable if you intend to stay overnight.
06Do I need prior experience?+
No. Roughly a third of entrants are attending their first hackathon. Mentors are on site throughout, and introductory workshops run across both days.
07How are projects judged?+
A panel of academics and industry judges assesses technical merit, originality, execution, and the clarity of your final presentation. Weightings are published at the opening ceremony.
08Where is it held?+
Bush House on the Strand Campus, in central London. The nearest stations are Temple and Holborn; full access information is sent with your confirmation.