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University of Kent

University of Kent is the UK’s European university with an international reputation in which Europe meets the world

One of the UK’s leading universities, the University of Kent is a popular choice for international students. Ranked in the UK Top 20 by the Guardian University Guide, and with the third highest score for overall satisfaction in the National Student Survey, Kent offers you a unique experience.

Academic excellence
All of their academic schools produce world-class research and they are rated as internationally excellent, leading the way in many disciplines. The Times Higher Education has ranked Kent 17th in the UK for research intensity in the Research Excellence Framework 2014. Because their academics are engaged in high-level research as well as teaching, you study with some of the most influential thinkers in your field.

Kent is renowned for its teaching style; their academics have an outstanding ability to pass on their passion for study and debate. You will be challenged and encouraged, and develop as an independent thinker, capable of thriving in different situations.

Kent offer a wide range of foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, exciting study abroad and work placement opportunities, and summer schools. If you don’t yet have the required level of English language or academic skills, Kent offers a range of flexible pre-sessional courses and Pre-Master’s Graduate Diplomas to enable you to progress to your chosen degree. Free English lessons are also available during your studies.

They also offer a generous scholarship fund with awards for academic, creative and sporting excellence.

The UK’s European university
Known as the UK’s European university, Kent has beautiful campuses in south-east England, close to London and Europe, and specialist postgraduate centres in Paris, Brussels, Athens and Rome. Each offers a safe, attractive and vibrant environment for your studies.

Kent currently has around 20,000 students, representing 149 nationalities, and this international mix creates a dynamic and stimulating environment, giving you the opportunity to make new friends from around the world.

Outstanding facilities
From theatres to recording studios, libraries to laboratories, Kents students learn in a purpose built working environment with top of the range equipment and all that you need to bridge the transition between study and work. Students also enjoy our first class social facilities, with a sports centre, nightclub, theatre, cinema, restaurants and much more to choose from.