Welcome to Campus Life! As you prepare for your arrival at the University of Kent this January, we want to make sure you’re fully informed … Read more
Category: arrivals
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
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
How to maintain a happy household
University accommodation could be the place where you go onto make life long friends. However, we all know it’s not always that easy and that … Read more
Your first week at Kent
You’ve arrived, unpacked and are eager to see what Kent has to offer! How ever you decide to spend your first week at Kent, try … Read more
Your guide to setting house rules and living together smoothly
Living in shared accommodation is a big part of uni life – you’ll meet new people, have fun, and share experiences, but you’ll also need … 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
Best advice for living with new people and settling into university life
Starting university is one of the most exciting times of your life. You’re moving into a new place, meeting new people, and starting fresh. But … Read more
Accommodation Fees: what they are, when they’re due and how to pay them
Your first student loan has landed, and your bank balance is looking pretty healthy. Tempting as it is to celebrate with a shopping spree or … 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







