University of Kent

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Undergraduate

http://www.kent.ac.uk

The University of Kent is ranked among the top thirty universities in the UK according to The Guardian's Higher Education League Tables (28th of 117 institutions) and has been the fastest growing university over the last five years.

Excellent teaching
Our teaching is research-led and delivered by world class professors and academic staff; Kent has a strong tradition of excellence in research, and is ranked 24th in the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise (RAE).

Kent has some of the best teaching staff in the country - In the 2011 National Student Survey we scored 88% for the quality of teaching.

For three years running, National Teaching Fellowships have been awarded to Kent academics in recognition of their outstanding work.

Kent has one of only 14 Higher Education Academy Senior Fellows in the country.

Student satisfaction
Kent has been twice voted the number 1 university in London and the south-east of England by its students in (more ... )

Kent has some of the best teaching staff in the country - In the 2011 National Student Survey we scored 88% for the quality of teaching.

For three years running, National Teaching Fellowships have been awarded to Kent academics in recognition of their outstanding work.

Kent has one of only 14 Higher Education Academy Senior Fellows in the country.

Student satisfaction
Kent has been twice voted the number 1 university in London and the south-east of England by its students in the National Student Survey, ranking it in the top ten nationally for similar institutions.

According to the survey 90% of Kent's final year full-time undergraduates were 'satisfied' with the quality of their course.

International
Kent is the only UK university to have centres in Brussels and Paris and collaborative teaching with four other universities in northern France.

We have students from over 129 different countries, including every country in the European Union.

Our courses include a huge number of study abroad opportunities thanks to over 100 Erasmus exchange agreements with other European universities.

The Guardian University Guide calls Kent 'the UK's top European university' and according to the Sunday Time University Guide, 'Kent can claim to be Britain's only international university'.

Work in the community
Kent has been awarded a prestigious Queen's Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education for the work of the Kent Law Clinic.

The Law Clinic also won the Times Higher award for 'Outstanding Contribution to the Local Community'.

Kent has an vibrant volunteering culture on campus, supported by the Kent Union, this award winning scheme allows students to develop their skills, enhance their CVs and earn academic credit towards their degree, all whilst helping the local community.

Research
Kent is a research-led university with 24 schools and 40 specialist research centres spanning the sciences, technology, medical studies, the social sciences, arts and humanities. We are among the best research-intensive universities in the UK; every department has been recognised for producing research that is world leading or internationally excellent.

In the 2008 Research Assessment exercise (RAE) Kent ranked 24th for its world-leading research. Our best ever RAE performance saw five subject areas given the highest rating and six placed in the top ten nationwide.

Kent has a Graduate School and a £36m postgraduate college based on the Canterbury campus (Woolf College) which provides specialist residential and academic facilities for graduate students as well as specialist postgraduate centres in Brussels and Paris...

Employment and skills
Graduates from the University of Kent earn some of the highest starting salaries in the UK, according to the Sunday Times University Guide. The guide, which ranks Kent in the top 20 for starting salaries, also points out that Kent is 'consistently among the best performing in the UK in the National Student Survey'.

Postgraduate

http://www.kent.ac.uk

Postgraduate Profile
The University of Kent offers students a wide choice of well-structured and challenging postgraduate programmes. At every stage, students are supported by inspirational teaching and supervision, first-class library and IT facilities and a diverse programme of seminars, workshops and events.

Our postgraduate programmes are informed by a commitment to research excellence. As a highly ranked UK university, Kent provides a dynamic and challenging academic environment.

The Graduate School
The Graduate School works in partnership with academic schools to enhance the quality of the postgraduate student experience across all campuses, and creates a vibrant postgraduate community. The School is led by its Dean, Professor Diane Houston, who is responsible for the development of provision for postgraduate study and research.

The School aims to ensure that the academic and social interests of postgraduate students, both taught and research, (more ... )

Our postgraduate programmes are informed by a commitment to research excellence. As a highly ranked UK university, Kent provides a dynamic and challenging academic environment.

The School aims to ensure that the academic and social interests of postgraduate students, both taught and research, are provided for within the University, and works alongside academic schools to support and develop: high-quality postgraduate facilities, a supportive environment for the intellectual interests of our postgraduates, student-led initiatives such as social events, conferences and workshops, an excellent transferable skills development programme, a strong framework of specialist support for our postgraduates across the University, internationally distinctive, exciting and innovative programmes of study that combine academic excellence with an exceptional student experience and appropriate learning resources, further funding and study opportunities through the cultivation of external links with Research Councils, graduate schools and other organisations both nationally and internationally.

Impressive career prospects
A postgraduate qualification opens up career opportunities by providing an impressive portfolio of skills and specialist knowledge. During your programme, you acquire a high level of academic knowledge and specialist skills within your subject area.

Kent also helps you to develop general skills that are essential within the competitive world of postgraduate employment, such as the ability to adapt to challenges, analyse complex real-world problems and develop original ideas.

Transferable skills training
The Graduate School coordinates the Transferable Skills Training Programme for postgraduate students. Transferable skills are those which go beyond your research and subject area and can be applied to all aspects of employment to enhance your career prospects.

Transferable skills training covers a diverse range of topics, including research management, personal effectiveness, communication skills, networking and team-working, and career management skills. Research Councils have identified the development of these skills as essential for all postgraduate researchers.

Global skills for postgraduate taught students
Our unique Global Skills programme is designed to enhance global awareness and improve your employability in a competitive job market, while you study for your Master’s degree. The Global Skills programme will give you the opportunity to broaden your experience, gain important skills whilst you are studying, and to meet and network with students from a wide variety of backgrounds and disciplines.

International students
Kent has a cosmopolitan atmosphere and attracts students from all over the world: There are 129 different nationalities represented and 52% of our newly recruited postgraduate students come from countries outside the UK. The International and European Offices offer support to our international students and welcome them with a special schedule of events before the start of the academic year.

Our popularity is due to many factors, including our academic reputation, safe and friendly campuses, great locations, good student accommodation, English language support, welcome programme, excellent job opportunities, outstanding computing and study facilities and a multicultural environment.

Scholarships and Funding
The University allocates over £1.5 million from its own funds and attracts an additional £2.5 million to provide a variety of financial support opportunities for postgraduate students. These range from a generous number of research student scholarships, through to location specific funding, sport and music scholarships, and funding specifically for overseas fee-paying students.

Support for postgraduates
As a postgraduate student, you have the support of the Graduate School as well as access to specialised support within your academic school. Other study support includes the Student Learning Advisory Service, which offers advice on topics such as planning a dissertation, managing your time and making the transition from undergraduate study.