Established in 1965, the University of Kent has a proud track record of excellence in teaching and research and is ambitious to achieve more as it approaches its 60th anniversary. Kent offers degrees across a range of subjects including STEM, social sciences, humanities, business and the arts – encompassing everything from astrophysics to wildlife conservation.
Set on a hill overlooking the historic city of Canterbury, the largest of Kent’s two campuses is a beautiful green space with accommodation, teaching facilities and services such as shops, restaurants, bars, a nightclub and even a cinema, all on site. At Medway, the campus is a former naval base beside the river, cleverly reinvented as a 21st-century study space. Both campuses are around an hour by train from London and within easy reach of the coast and open countryside.
The university also has a postgraduate centre in Paris, which specialises in the arts and humanities.
Each campus at the university is equipped with contemporary facilities for academic learning and for recreation. Students will enjoy a well-rounded life while living on campus, including a healthy mix of learning, sporting opportunities, and social activities.
There are also excellent support services available to cater to any need, ensuring all students at the university can learn from a level playing field.
University of Kent students on Whatuni say:
“I have really enjoyed all the events that the Uni has to offer, as well as made many new friends here. I also enjoy studying on my course. The city centre is also really close and there’s quite a lot of things to do there.”
“Great learning environment with a scenic campus.”
“The university’s location is great, and overall the environment is very good. People are nice, student life is good and the courses and lectures are interesting and stimulating.”
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Many courses at University of Kent offer an opportunity to do a work placement or sandwich year. These opportunities will help you develop your employability skills, and the careers department is also on hand to offer personal support.
As well as a wide range of courses on offer, University of Kent also has loads of clubs and societies you can join during your studies. Joining societies is just one of the many ways you can tailor your experience at University of Kent to suit you.
With a degree in a subject you love, you'll find more doors opening to jobs you'll love. Studies have also shown that graduates earn more on average compared to non-graduates.
If you want to continue to pursue education, you'll be able to progress to postgraduate study once you've got your undergraduate degree. You could opt to study a master's, or even get a PhD.
Living in uni halls means you'll have access to communal areas including kitchen and dining facilities. These facilities offer you plenty of opportunity to socialise with the students you're living with.
You'll also find all bills are included in your rent, and yes, that includes WiFi. Rent also covers security and maintenance. There are accessible rooms available in halls that have been adapted for disabled students.
