Moving to a new country for university is both exciting and overwhelming. As an international student from Italy, adjusting to life in the UK—especially accommodation—was … Read more
Tag: new student
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 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
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
September 2026 starters: application and arrival advice
Everything you need to know about applying for accommodation and arriving in September Let’s start with the big one: when can you apply for accommodation? … Read more
Is living in student accommodation really worth the price?
Moving to university is a huge milestone, and one of the biggest decisions students face is where to live. For many, university accommodation is the … Read more
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








