Student life at the University of Kent
Hear from Kent students Caroline and Toni about what student life at the University of Kent is really like - from making friends to joining societies - make your experience at university one to remember.
University of Kent
Canterbury
About us
Becoming a University of Kent student is an exciting step towards achieving your ambition. Make the most of our outstanding facilities and soak up all the experiences and opportunities we offer, as you study at a Top 40 University (The Times Good University Guide 2025). Whatever your goals and interests, we’re sure you’ll find your place at Kent.
You’ll join a vibrant, creative and inclusive university where we inspire each other to do outstanding things in the world. During your time here, you’ll benefit from quality teaching, well-resourced libraries, extensive student support services and outstanding career guidance, plus hundreds of societies and excellent sports facilities.
Find out where your ambition can take you.
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What makes us different
Kent provides a supportive environment where you can thrive. We offer fantastic accommodation options and free gym and sports centre membership to all first-year and postgraduate students living in our on-campus accommodation.
Customise your degree and get exactly what you want out of your university experience. For undergrads, that could mean a placement year, a year abroad, or a year studying computing, management or a language.
If you’re interested in postgraduate study, our career-focused Master’s and research degrees will help you get the job you want. We offer industry placements, part-time study options, and January or September starts.
Find out more about the courses on offer at University of Kent.
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University of Kent
Giles Lane, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 7NR
Visit our websiteCourse locations
Canterbury College (East Kent College)
New Dover Road, Canterbury, CT1 3AJ
University of Kent at Medway
Medway Building, Chatham, ME4 4AG
Canterbury campus
University of Kent, Canterbury, CT2 7NZ
Medway campus
University of Kent at Medway, The Medway Building, Chatham Maritime, Chatham, ME4 4AG
Main Site
Recruitment and Admissions Office, Registry, Canterbury, CT2 7NZ