Welcome
Here are some of your personalised best bits to get you started. Scroll down to explore everything you need to know about life at Kent.
Subject
Economics
Advance your career prospects and open doors to professions in international organisations, the financial sector and overseas governments. Profit from our strong research culture and international reputation for applied microeconomics, quantitative macroeconomics, theory and development economics.
Gain a solid grounding in quantitative methods and broaden your understanding of complex economic phenomena. You can specialise in areas that in interest you – including time series econometrics and international finance. Recent graduates have been hired by companies in the UK such as BNP Paribas, AXA, FactSet and PwC.
Campus
Canterbury
Our self-contained Canterbury campus provides a welcoming environment and a close-knit student community. Campus life revolves around six colleges, the Templeman Library, the Gulbenkian arts centre and the Mandela Building (home of Kent Union) – all set among green and tranquil open spaces.
International
International
Explore Kent from wherever you are in the world through our virtual experience. With over 100 nationalities on campus, the world is on your doorstep at Kent. Discover our diverse and friendly community where you can make friends with people from all over the globe through our many student societies, sports clubs and international groups. We are the perfect place to start your university journey in the UK.
Accommodation
Postgraduate Accommodation
From day one at Kent you’ll become part of our welcoming, dynamic and diverse student community. Our student accommodation options are not only great places to live, they put this community on your doorstep. There’s always something going on and someone to talk to.
We don’t need to tell you that your university experience will be one of the most exciting times of your life. It’ll be full of firsts and new experiences, and we’re here to ensure you can make the most of your time on campus and enjoy every minute you spend living in our accommodation.
Darwin Houses
Darwin Houses offer delightful self-catered accommodation situated just a little way outside the busy central hub of the Canterbury campus. This tranquil location is perfect for those who prefer a peaceful environment for their studies.
Woolf College
Woolf College offers a comfortable and convenient accommodation option with all rooms being en-suite and self-catered. Home to its own common room, which provides you with a welcoming and relaxed space to socialize and connect with other residents.
Darwin Studios
These self-contained Darwin Studio Flats are perfect for single or double occupancy. They feature a small double bed, a kitchen, and a living area, and are conveniently located near the campus center.
Woolf Studios
Woolf College offers comfortable, self-contained studio accommodation for single occupants, including a kitchen within each en-suite room.
Keynes Studios
Self-contained and en-suite, each flat includes a bedroom, a small open-plan kitchenette, and a seating area. They are suitable for single or double occupancy.
Student Life
Kent Students’ Union
We are the Students’ Union for University of Kent students, which means we are here to support you on your journey – from the moment you choose Kent, to graduation and beyond. We are a registered charity completely independent from the university, run by students for students. Check us out on Instagram @kentstudentsunion to see what we get up to.
Welcome Week
At our Welcome Week you’ll find numerous events and activities to take part in and meet like minded people, including Kent Union’s Big Fair, with hundreds of clubs and societies to choose from.
Food and Drink
With a wide range of restaurants and cafes on our Canterbury campus, you’ll have no trouble finding a tasty lunch spot.