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With two campuses in Canterbury and Medway, and postgraduate centres in Brussels, Paris, there are many opportunities to study, work and travel across Europe and many of their courses offer dual UK and European qualifications.
Their outstanding teaching has been recognised in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) where they were awarded gold, the highest rating. Based on the evidence available, the TEF Panel judged that the University of Kent delivers consistently outstanding teaching, learning and outcomes for its students. It is of the highest quality found in the UK. You can read the Statement of Findings online.
The university’s reputation for research excellence is confirmed by their success in the most recent Research Excellence Framework: Kent is ranked in the top 20 for research intensity based on REF results, outperforming 11 of the 24 Russell Group universities. Our academics produce world-leading research and lead the way in many fields of study and 97% of our research is of international quality.
We offer a wide range of courses which span the sciences, social sciences, arts and humanities. Whatever your subject and wherever you are located you can benefit from a huge range of academic and personal support services to help you excel.
University of Kent students on Whatuni say:
“I really like the courses and people here are really nice.”
“Really enjoyed it, lots of fun, experiences and meetings.”
“A great experience and opportunity. Enables growth not only academically but personally.”
The university’s award-winning Careers and Employability Service and students’ unions help students enhance their transferable skills, gain relevant work experience, get first-hand insight into graduate careers and, through curricular and co-curricular activities, develop key graduate attributes that top employers are looking for.
Services offered by Careers and Employability include visits from graduates and employers, an annual Employability Festival, one-to-one careers advice and jobs fairs.
The University also has a nationally recognised ‘Employability Points’ scheme, in which over 8,300 students and 147 companies participated in 2017/18. As part of this scheme, students can earn points for getting involved in co-curricular activities. These points can then be exchanged for paid internships, work experience opportunities, training and vouchers offered by local and national employers.
When it comes to employment, you will also be able to register with Kent Union Jobshop to help you find part-time work while you study. You can also work for the University in a variety of different paid roles – from helping out on Open Days and other events to becoming a Student Ambassador.
University of Kent students on Whatuni say:
“There are employability points we get for work, volunteering and going to socials - we trade these in for internships etc.”
“Plenty of people to talk to in order to help find job paths.”
“Uni has a good employability service and careers fair was useful.”
Most courses at Kent require you to study a mixture of compulsory and optional modules, providing you with essential skills and knowledge, as well as specialising in subjects that interest you the most. A number of courses also include a ‘wild’ module. This could be anything – there are over 100 wild modules to choose from that range from learning a language to how to set up a business. Wild modules offer you the chance to tailor your degree, explore another area and develop additional skills. Most courses are also available to study on a part -time basis, enabling you to study alongside other commitments.
There is also the option to incorporate a work placement, where you will be able to gain practical experience and earn a salary before returning for your final year. If exploring the world is more your thing, they have an extensive study abroad programme with 193 universities in 39 countries across the world and most of their courses offer opportunities to study or work in Europe.
Typically, you will be assessed through exams, essays, group work and projects, while teaching methods include lectures, seminars and workshops.
University of Kent students on Whatuni say:
“Highly informed, mostly inspiring personnel.”
“I love that they record the lectures, that’s not a normal thing in my country.”
“Individually my lectures and seminar tutors are brilliant - informed and caring.”
Kent Union is the students’ union at the University of Kent. It is led by five elected full-time officers, and is overseen by a Trustee Board. All Kent students have the opportunity to become members of Kent Union upon enrolment and, if you’re a student at Medway, you also have the opportunity to join GK Unions. GK Unions is a partnership between the students’ unions of the University of Kent and the University of Greenwich and represents students studying at the Medway campus.
University of Kent students on Whatuni say:
“Really helpful for international students.”
“Lots of activities from SU.”
“They do lots for us.”
The University has student accommodation at Canterbury and Medway, and offers a room to all first-year students who select Kent as their first choice, meet the eligibility criteria and apply by 31 July. Fees include utilities, wired and Wi-Fi internet access and £6,000 of room insurance for personal possessions (prices are subject to amendment).
The Canterbury campus is set within 300 acres of parkland. There are 5,400 rooms available in a range of en-suite or shared shower/WC facilities and self-catered or part-catered options. If you choose a part-catered option, you can choose between the following:
Bed and Bistro: breakfast and dinner in Dolche Vita, Keynes College, Monday to Friday and enjoy meals at Rutherford Dining Hall at the weekends, during term time only.
Bed and Flex: a daily allowance to spend on food in a variety of catering outlets across campus, during term time only.
The rent for Canterbury campus accommodation ranges from £119 to £225 per week.
The Medway campus has two sites; Pembroke and The Historic Dockyard Chatham. Students studying at Medway live at Liberty Quays which is within walking distance to both sites. Accommodation consists of an en-suite room in a flat shared between 5 and 8 students and a spacious shared kitchen. You can apply to live at Liberty Quays during every year of study at the University. On site, there is a retail plaza with a Tesco Express, Domino’s Pizza and Subway.
The rent for Liberty Quays accommodation in Medway is £154 per week.
Costs:
Accommodation (annual cost for a full time student) - £8,946
Living costs (annual cost for a full time student) – £9,470
The university has excellent academic and social facilities at all of their locations. During term-time you can travel for free between the Canterbury and Medway campuses on the Campus Shuttle meaning you can experience everything there is to offer at both campuses. The service operates seven days a week with late departures on weekends.
Canterbury campus facilities
There are a number of food outlets across the campus for you to enjoy. These include a traditional dining hall, Origins Bar and Grill, Dolche Vita and Mungo’s and several bars and cafés. All outlets cater for every taste and serve a great range of food including vegan and vegetarian options.
The Sports Centre has a fitness suite, fitness and dance studio, three multi-purpose courts, cycle hub, a range of sports pitches including 3GX, astroturf and grass pitches. As well as traditional sports, there is a wide range of fitness classes available. There are different membership options which offer great value for money and some great benefits.
Medway campus facilities
There are plenty of places to enjoy freshly-cooked food on campus; No 1 Bistro, The Deep End in the Student Hub, the library café and The Venue Café. All our outlets cater for every taste and serve a great range of food including vegan and vegetarian options.
Medway students are also able to use Medway Park, an elite sporting venue which has a great range of facilities including a pool, gym, fitness classes, athletics track and multi-purpose sports halls.
University IT and library facilities
There’s a huge amount of IT support at Kent. You can get support and training throughout your studies to help you develop your IT skills and you can even earn a qualification to add to your CV. We provide free antivirus protection for your computer or laptop and offer a range of free and discounted software. You can work easily on or off campus by using the VPN network and even the campus buses are Wi-Fi enabled meaning you can also work on the move, should you want to!
We have two fantastic 21st century libraries at the Canterbury and Medway campuses. The Templeman Library at Canterbury and The Drill Hall Library at Medway have huge collections of print and online resources. They have everything you need to help you work efficiently and effectively: during exam periods they are open 24hrs, you can borrow a laptop, there are hundreds of study spaces, specific zones for different types of study and you can get advice from subject-specific librarians. During Welcome Week there are induction sessions for new students to help them learn how to get the most out of their library.
University of Kent students on Whatuni say:
“Very clean and lots of equipment.”
“KBS building is nice and modern.”
“The facilities, especially the library, are fantastic.”
“Mostly new or being renovated so really good, all the facilities you would need.”
Canterbury
Canterbury is a cathedral city full of culture and heritage. It has a good mix of medieval and modern - traditional cobbled streets, quirky shops and cafés plus great shopping with all the major high street names and some great restaurants. With three universities based in the city, there’s a great student atmosphere so there’s always something going on!
You can enjoy river tours, theatre trips, museums and shopping during the day, while plenty of traditional pubs, student bars and clubs are open until the early hours, holding a range of student events most week nights. The coastal town of Whitstable is nearby where you will find beaches, water sports, and a number of boutique shops. If you feel like exploring further, trains run regularly to London, which is just under an hour away on the high-speed service.
Medway
The Medway campus is a short walk away from a cinema and shops, while the Medway towns of Rochester, Chatham and Gillingham are home to a number of theatres, galleries, bars, pubs and restaurants and host some spectacular cultural festivals. There are also regular trips to London clubs and various day trips organised by the University and students’ union. For those who enjoy sports, there is an ice rink, ski slope, go karting park and indoor roller skating rink, while nearby country parks are perfect for walking and cycling in the warmer weather.
University of Kent students on Whatuni say:
“Really love Canterbury. Spend a lot of time in town.”
“The city has everything you need and feels safe.”
“Nice town and good clubs/pubs.”
Kent Union and GK Unions offer a huge range of clubs and societies that cover all kinds of interests – cultural, performance, physical activity, politics and campaigning and special interest. There are also a number of academic societies which are free to join. There are over 50 sports clubs ranging from traditional sports to caving, sailing and windsurfing and even Quidditch!
University of Kent students on Whatuni say:
“Best way to meet people. Great selection of clubs.”
“Loads of societies to join.”
“Lots of choice and very sociable.”
If you have specific learning difficulties, the Student Support and Wellbeing Service can assist with arranging academic support to ensure you have everything in place to support your learning. The Wellbeing team offer free and confidential support to all Kent students experiencing distress arising from psychological, emotional or mental health issues. As well as providing a number of online wellbeing resources, there are regular drop-in sessions where students are able to just turn up and speak to a member of the team.
We also provide lots of academic support through a range of workshops, one-to-one appointments, events and academic peer mentoring. You’ll also be assigned an academic adviser who is there to support and encourage your academic development. Your adviser can also provide advice and guidance on a range of academic issues and can refer you to other specialist sources of support should you need them.
University of Kent students on Whatuni say:
“High quality personal counselling.”
“Tutors are very approachable and always happy to help - personal support is a lot better than other unis.”
“I have had incredible student support.”
UK students per year: £9,250
International students per year: £13,340
There is a wide range of financial support available to undergraduate students. Full details are available on the University of Kent website where students can use the Scholarships Finder to search for available scholarships.
Kent Financial Support Package 2020
Kent has a £4,500 financial support package for eligible students across three stages of full-time study:
Students studying a full-time four-year undergraduate programme with a sandwich year or an integrated Master’s year will receive a further cash bursary of £1,500:
The Kent Scholarship for Academic Excellence 2020
£2,000 for stage 1 (first year) of study is awarded to students who achieve at least AAA over three A levels, BTEC Distinction, Distinction, Distinction (or stated equivalent combinations), or one of the equivalent qualifications specified on our website. Students who achieve AAB (or the specified equivalent qualifications), where one of those grades is achieved in Maths or a Modern Foreign Language, will also be eligible for this scholarship.
Undergraduate Study Abroad Scholarships
£2,000 towards an approved year abroad, for one year only. Applicants must obtain a minimum of AAB and submit an essay.
Sports Scholarships
£300 - £5,000 for elite sportsmen women from any sport who compete (at least) at county level or equivalent.
Music Performance
Between £1,000 - £2,000 awarded each year to talented instrumentalists and singers studying for any degree at the University of Kent, together with £500 of instrumental/singing tuition with experienced teachers. Applicants need to meet the eligibility criteria which can be found at university website.
Loyalty discount - exclusively for Kent graduates
10% discount on the first year of tuition fees is awarded to students who are siblings, children and spouses of alumni at the University.
Kent was awarded Gold in the Teaching Quality Framework due to the consistently outstanding teaching, learning and outcomes for students. It is of the highest quality found in the UK.
Kent is renowned for a teaching style that brings your subject to life and encourages you to think independently.
All subjects have individual entry requirements. Please visit the course pages to find out more details on entry requirements.
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