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KENT WHY Kent? KENT KENT
The Times Good University Guide 2025
38th in the Times Higher Education (THE) rankings based on REF 2021 TEF Silver
UK Government’s Teaching Excellence Framework
235+ clubs and societies
Net Zero committed by 2040
60 mins to London by train
100+ nationalities on campus
Learn differently Inspiring lecturers, superb facilities and study abroad or year in industry options give you a fantastic study experience.
Your future You’ll develop the skills to excel in your career. Careers advice is on hand and you’ll have the chance to talk to leading companies and our graduates at regular careers events.
We’re here for you Professional practitioners provide mental health, wellbeing, disability and academic support.
Perfect locations Great places to live and learn, our locations give you the best of all worlds, a campus experience with historic cities, countryside and the coast nearby. Take the train to London or the ferry to Europe.
It can be scary going to university. You feel that you’re on your own but that’s not how it is at Kent, there’s so much support here, you’ll always find someone to help.
— Andrew
Welcome Week is brilliant. All the teams and societies have stalls and you can sign up to whatever interests you.
I think the best thing about uni is all the people you meet while you’re here. Getting to know people is easy; we’re all in the same boat.
— Harry
LEARN Differently
The course
You’ll find that career skills are embedded in every module, study is spread over the year and your timetable is built to fit in study, work and life.
The experts
Inspiring and supportive, your lecturers give you the confidence to be creative and take risks.
The facilities
Our progressive approach helps you to excel academically, while gaining the skills you need for a rewarding career. On our courses, your knowledge and confidence grow side by side. Each term you’re assessed on what you’ve learnt and each year builds on the last.
Industry-standard facilities, a magnificent library, extensive online resources, group and silent study areas –you’ll have all you need to succeed.
The support
You’ll have a dedicated Academic Adviser, plus support from our Skills for Academic Success team including presentation advice, skills guides and revision planning.
Learning from such passionate people is so beneficial. It’s not just their knowledge and expertise that’s impressive, it’s their determination to pass that on to you.
— Adrianna
Watch a video to find out how you’ll learn at Kent.
YOUR FUTURE
I’d definitely recommend the year in industry, I spent a year working at a tech company in the City of London, it was an incredibly positive experience for me, and I think it helped me secure a job after graduation.
— Felix, Business graduate
93.4% of graduates in employment 15 months after graduating - Graduate Outcomes Survey 2024
Experience counts Stand out from the crowd by taking a paid year in industry. You’ll get experience and many students say their grades in their final year improve. You may even be offered a job when you graduate.
Business connections
We talk to industry to ensure the career skills we embed in every module are the ones employers look for. And our industry-standard facilities give you a taste of professional life.
Insider knowledge You’ll hear from business leaders in guest lectures, a chance to get an insight into how your career could progress, and to network.
Gain in-demand skills
You’ll develop skills in problem-solving,
leadership and communication both on your course and by taking part in uni life. For example, you could: — produce content in the Student Media Centre — apply to be a student ambassador, you’ll get training and paid work at Kent — run a society or team.
Professional advice
Our Careers Service provides extensive online resources, one-to one careers appointments, and runs hundreds of events where you can meet prospective employers. You can earn exclusive work experience opportunities on the Employability Points Scheme.
Work opportunities Run by Kent Students’ Union, JobShop can help you find part-time work.
Your Canterbury
You’ll find outstanding academic facilities, brilliant indoor and outdoor sports spaces, cafés, restaurants, a cinema and theatre, the Venue (largest club in Canterbury!), and plenty of space to walk or cycle. And with students from over 100 different nationalities, you’ll have friends from all over the world.
The campus is the perfect size, not too overwhelming, there’s a lot of nature around, and plenty to do. It’s very diverse and everyone helps each other out.
— Julia Stanovnik
With our green campus and lively city, we have the best of both worlds.
— MJ
Watch our campus tour video.
A gorgeous city, Canterbury is just a 25-minute walk from campus. Medieval alleyways and cobbled streets are home to the biggest names in retail, vintage shops, cinemas, a theatre, museums, galleries as well as clubs, cafés and bars. Diverse, creative and dynamic, it’s a very student-friendly city.
From Canterbury you can be in London in under an hour; at the beach in half an hour and you’re surrounded by historic woodland!
In Canterbury there’s so much history and plenty to do, lots of different quirky pubs with their own style; there’s something for everyone. Westgate Gardens is lovely.
— Tom
Your Medway
Friendly and compact, you’ll soon feel at home at Medway. Beautiful historic buildings have been renovated to house superb academic facilities as well as a restaurant, cafés and the Deep End, a café/bar run by the student union.
In our flat we created a kitchen schedule, then added all our birthdays. Since then we’ve been throwing parties for everyone – I always add some Turkish music to the playlist!
— Beyke
We all meet in the Deep End. There are regular events run by the student union and societies for all students to enjoy.
— DJ
Watch our campus tour video.
You’ll find lots to do in the local towns of Rochester and Chatham. Relax in the cafés and bars, visit the cinema or theatre and explore the area’s history. For green space, visit a countryside park or take a riverside walk.
Medway’s fantastic transport links give you lots of options. London is less than an hour away by train, or if you want to stay local, take the train to the beach or the bus to Bluewater shopping centre, with over 300 shops and 50 restaurants.
I love it here, Medway really is a wonderful place. Everyone’s so friendly; local students help you discover the area and you meet people from all over the world.
— Amarachi
PLACES TO EXPLORE
Kent, the Garden of England, offers the perfect mix of history and adventure. Historic castles or sandcastles, stunning coastlines or countryside walks, galleries, museums, clubs, theatres, the best fish and chips are all on your doorstep.
And then there’s London. Take a train from Canterbury or Medway and you’ll be in London, one of the world’s greatest cities, in under an hour. Or explore mainland Europe, take a day trip to France by train or ferry.
HOME HOME Sweet
All bills included (including Wi-Fi) No hidden costs, so budgeting’s easier.
Free sports membership You’ll have access to our outstanding indoor and outdoor facilities.
Everything’s on your doorstep You’re just a walk away from those 9am lectures.
Settle in with the help of your ResLife team Events run throughout the year both on and off campus.
Living in uni accommodation is a great way to meet people, make friends and get to grips with living independently. We offer a variety of rooms to suit budget and needs.
When you make us your Firm choice and apply before 30 June, you’re guaranteed a room.
Stay safe Our security team are around 24/7 and you can download SafeZone, our campus safety app.
Stay longer Some students choose to stay in Uni accommodation for their second and third years.
Living on campus makes it easy to be a part of the community and definitely helped me to settle in and feel at home. Also, I think I would get FOMO if I didn’t live on campus!
— Lueje
Find out everything you need to know about our accommodation, including costs.
Commuting to uni? Zara chose Kent because it was close to home: ‘The campus has everything you need. I commute on the bus; the student bus pass is great value.’
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WE’RE HERE FOR YOU
Looking after your wellbeing Our Student Support and Wellbeing team provide a range of support for mental health, disability, autism and Specific Learning Differences.
Ensuring academic success You’ll have a dedicated Academic Adviser who’ll be happy to answer your questions. Our Skills for Academic Success team can also help you with study skills.
Cost of living support
Kent Financial Support Package (KFSP) We believe higher education is for everyone. The KFSP supports students who have a household income of less than £30,000. Save up to £3,000 on your undergraduate degree. Find out if you’re eligible: student.kent. ac.uk/support/KFSP
University is an exciting time, a chance to do things your way and to make your own choices. That doesn’t mean you’re on your own though. Our professional support teams are here to guide you.
Working with Kent Students’ Union, our aim is to make your life easier – and cheaper. Help includes meal deals, a Campus Pantry, travel discounts, fixed accommodation prices and emergency financial support. Find out more at: student.kent.ac.uk/ cost-of-living-support
Scholarships We have academic and nonacademic scholarships and make it as easy as we can for you to apply! Save up to £5,000. You can search all our scholarships at: kent. ac.uk/scholarships/ undergraduate
Watch our student support video.
Get involved
Student life at Kent is as busy as you want it to be. You can take part in sports, join societies, enjoy nights out, or nights in, with friends. Whatever you do, it’ll be a time you’ll always remember.
‘I joined the Stand-up Comedy Society. I had no intention of performing, but I’ve done 12 gigs now and I absolutely love it!’
— Gabby
I play netball for the first team, we’ve won too many games to count!
— Toni
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Watch our student life video
My favourite night out on campus is Vensday at Venue. It’s always busy, all societies are there and it’s just a fun night out.
— MJ
Being involved in music at Kent is a fantastic opportunity and the Colyer-Fergusson concert hall is amazing, wonderful to perform in.
— Lois
I joined the Korfball Society, where I competed for Team Kent at BUCS. Despite starting as a beginner, the supportive environment made me feel very comfortable.
— Jonny
The Kent Community Oasis Garden is a space where students can learn about sustainable gardening and socialise. If you don’t know anything about gardening, don’t let that stop you!
— Ameira
HOME HOME From
Studying in another country is a big step; we’ll support you from application to graduation. With courses designed to help you reach your career goals, and 100+ nationalities on campus, Kent is a great place to discover the world. If you need to, you can take a foundation year to improve your academic and English language skills.
In-country support
Dedicated teams in Nigeria, India, Pakistan, China, USA and Malaysia, as well as networks of agents across the globe, are on hand to answer your questions.
Careers advice Our advisers support you throughout your studies and for three years after graduation, to help you reach your career goals.
Tips from our students…
Book a place on the Kent pick-up service from the airport to campus.
— Ramla, Pakistan
Societies and sports clubs are a great way to meet people. — Felix, Ghana
Don’t be afraid to ask for help. You’ll find there’s lots of support available.
— Sarah, Malaysia
I’m enjoying learning about British culture as well as being part of a very multicultural campus.
— Armita, Canada
Discover what it’s like to be an international student at Kent.
Our Courses
Get all of the details on your course.
How our courses work All you need to know is here: kent.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/apply/ how-courses-work
Year in industry / Year abroad An opportunity to get paid work experience or to spend a year studying or working abroad that takes place between your second and final year. Scan the QR code above to see if these options are available on your course.
Foundation year For you if you don’t have the grades to go directly on to an undergraduate course.
Contextual offers We believe that everyone who has the ability to study at university should be able to. That’s why we have contextual offers, which are up to 16 tariff points lower than standard offers. Find out more: kent.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/apply/ contextual-offers
Accounting and Finance BSc (Hons)
Actuarial Science BSc (Hons) N323 120-136 AAB
Ancient History BA (Hons) Q800 104-128 BBB DDM
Ancient History with Archaeology BA (Hons)
Architecture BA (Hons) K100
Astronomy, Space Science and Astrophysics BSc (Hons)
Astronomy, Space Science and Astrophysics MPhys
BSc (Hons)
Biomedical Engineering BEng (Hons)
Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) B940
Business Analytics and Management BSc (Hons)
Business and Management BSc (Hons) (Canterbury)
Business and Management BSc (Hons) (Medway)
Business and Marketing BSc (Hons)
Information Technology BSc (Hons)
Course UCAS code UCAS tariff points A level BTEC
Chemistry BSc (Hons) F107 96-112 BBC DMM**
Chemistry MChem F109 96-112 BBC DMM**
Chemistry with Forensic Science BSc (Hons) F107 96-112 BBC DMM**
Classical Studies BA (Hons) Q802 104-128 BBB DDM
Classical Studies with Archaeology BA (Hons) Q802 104-128 BBB DDM
Computer Science BSc (Hons) G400 104-120 BBB DDM
Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) BSc (Hons) G700 104-120 BBB DDM
Computer Science (Cyber Security) BSc (Hons) G490 104-120 BBB DDM
Criminology and Criminal Justice BSc (Hons) M902 96-112 BBC DMM
Criminology and Sociology BSc (Hons) LM39 104-120 BBB DDM
Data Science BSc (Hons) G190 104-120 BBB DDM
Digital Design BSc (Hons) W285 96-112 BBC DMM
Digital Society, Media and Culture BSc (Hons) L391 104-120 BBB DDM
Drama and Film BA (Hons) WW46 104-120 BBB DMM
Drama, Theatre and Performing Arts BA (Hons) W400 104-120 BBB DMM
Ecology and Conservation BSc (Hons) CD14 104-120 BBB DDM
Economics BSc (Hons) L100 104-120 BBB DDM**
Course UCAS code UCAS tariff points A level BTEC
Economics and Finance BSc (Hons) LN14 112-128 ABB DDM**
Economics and Management BSc (Hons) LN12 104-120 BBB DDM**
Economics and Politics BSc (Hons) LL12 104-120 BBB DDM**
Electrical and Electronic Engineering BEng (Hons) H600 104-120 BBB DMM
Electronic and Computer Engineering BEng (Hons) H892 104-120 BBB DMM
English Language and Literatures BA (Hons) QQ13 104-120 BBB DMM
English Literature BA (Hons) Q320 104-120 BBB DMM
English Literature and Creative Writing BA (Hons) Q326 104-120 BBB DMM
Film BA (Hons) W610 104-120 BBB DMM
Film and Media BA (Hons) PW63 104-120 BBB DMM
Finance and Investment BSc (Hons) N301 112-128 ABB DDM
Forensic Science BSc (Hons) F410 104-120 BBB DDM
Forensic Science MSci F414 104-120 BBB DDM
Graphic Design BA (Hons) W211 96-112 BBC DMM
History BA (Hons) V100 104-120 BBB DMM
International Business BSc (Hons) N126 112-128 ABB DDM
International Legal Studies with a Year Abroad LLB (Hons) M131 120-136 AAB DDD
Course UCAS code UCAS tariff points A level BTEC
Law LLB (Hons) M100 120-136 AAB DDD
Law (Graduate Entry) LLB (Hons) M106 See kent.ac.uk/ug/1386
Law (Integrated Master’s in Solicitors’ Practice) MLaw M199 120-136 AAB DDD
Law and Criminology LLB (Hons) MM19 120-136 AAB DDD
Law and Politics LLB (Hons) LM21 120-136 AAB DDD
Mathematics BSc (Hons) G100 112-128 ABB DM*
Mechanical Engineering BEng (Hons) H310 104-120 BBB DMM
Media BA (Hons) W999 104-120 BBB DMM
Medicine BM BS A100 120-136 AAB -
Military History BA (Hons) V391 104-120 BBB DMM
Modern Languages BA (Hons) R910 104-120 BBB DMM
Pharmacy MPharm B230 128-144 ABB DDD
Physics BSc (Hons) F300 112-128 ABB DMM
Physics MPhys F303 112-128 ABB DDM
Physics with Astrophysics BSc (Hons) F3F5 112-128 ABB DDM
Physics with Astrophysics MPhys F3FN 112-128 ABB DDM
Politics and International Relations BA (Hons) L258 104-120 BBB DMM
Psychology BSc (Hons) C800 112-128 ABB DDM
Psychology with Business Psychology BSc (Hons) C815 112-128 ABB DDM
Course UCAS code UCAS tariff points A level BTEC
Psychology with Clinical Psychology BSc (Hons) C822 112-128 ABB DDM
Psychology with Forensic Psychology BSc (Hons) C816 112-128 ABB DDM
Social Work BA (Hons) L508:K 104-120 BBB DDM
Sociology BSc (Hons) L300 104-120 BBB DDM
Software Engineering BSc (Hons) L102 104-120 BBB DDM
Spatial and Interior Design BA (Hons) W250 96-112 BBC DMM
Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons) C602 104-120 BBC DMM
Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation BSc (Hons) C600 104-120 BBC DMM
* Plus Maths A level at A (excluding Use of Maths) ** Individual consideration, please contact us
This guide was produced in January 2025. The University of Kent makes every effort to ensure that the information contained in its publicity materials is fair and accurate. However, the courses, services and other matters may be subject to change. For the most up-todate information, see kent.ac.uk and for full details of our terms and conditions, see kent.ac.uk/termsandconditions
NEXT STEPS
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International students
Talk to one of our incountry officers about studying at Kent and if you can’t make it to campus, sign up to one of our virtual open events. kent.ac.uk/international
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