That moment after you have said goodbye to your family and don’t yet know anyone can be a little daunting. What do you do now? … Read more
Category: new students
Student blog: How to keep your bathroom clean
Hello, my name is Pheobe, and I studied postgraduate Law (LLM) and I’m here to share some of my cleaning tips and tricks, to keep your … Read more
Keeping it clean and tidy
Hello, my name is Susannah I studied Organisational Psychology at the University of Kent. To help you keep your accommodation clean and tidy, follow my helpful … 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
How things work!
Moving into university accommodation comes with lots of firsts. Living independently, cooking for yourself and figuring out how all the appliances in your new kitchen … Read more
Student blog: How to make your room feel homely
Viviana, a Drama and Film graduate, shares her tips and experiences on what to bring when moving to university. “Hello, my name is Viviana. I … Read more
Student advice for September 2026 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
Getting to know your flatmates
When you first move to university, your flatmates will be some of the first people you meet. Finding fun activities to do together can be … 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
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









