Honestly? I didn’t expect to love campus life as much as I do. Uni Life: Not What I Expected First-year me thought it would just … Read more
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My Guide to Choosing Second-Year Accommodation
Hi everyone, I’m Javine, a second-year Computer Science student and proud two-time survivor of the Kent accommodation process. Spiralling About Accommodation If you’re currently spiralling … Read more
Stay Close to Exams with Campus Accommodation
Exams are stressful enough – why add long commutes to the mix? We’re offering exam accommodation on the Canterbury campus from Saturday 6 December to … Read more
January 2025 starters: application and arrival advice
Most students start their journey at Kent in September, but if your course begins in January, you’ll soon be getting ready to join us on … Read more
What you need to know about room moves
Not happy with your current room? Don’t worry — there are options available. This guide walks you through what you can do next, including how … Read more
Accommodation Waste and Recycling Advice
We’re keen to be as eco-friendly as possible, which is why we’ve made it super easy for you to donate or recycle items. The less … Read more
Exploring Campus After Arrivals: Top Tips for Settling in at Kent
Exploring campus after arriving on-site can feel particularly daunting, yet also incredibly exciting. Here are some of my top tips for getting the most out … Read more
What to pack?
Starting university is exciting, but packing for it? That can feel like a challenge. To make things easier, we’ve pulled together some simple tips and … Read more
Student advice for September 2025 arrivals
We asked some of our previous residential students what they wish they had known before arriving at Kent and what their one piece of advice … Read more
Clearing Accommodation Application Advice
Applying to Kent through clearing? We have some accommodation application tips just for you. Take the pressure off When you accept your offer to study … Read more





