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Student blog: How to make your room feel homely

By nb427 | 01 September 2025

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

By nb427 | 01 September 2025

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

By nb427 | 29 August 2025

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

By accommodation | 29 August 2025

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

How we allocate accommodation on our Canterbury campus

By accommodation | 09 June 2025

Wondering about how our rooms are allocated? Here’s all the information you need. What happens after you apply for accommodation? You’ve submitted your application, chosen … Read more

September 2025 starters: application and arrival advice

By Ana Hythe-Oram | 06 June 2025

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

Your guide to university accommodation: What are your options at Canterbury?

By Ana Hythe-Oram | 09 April 2025

Starting university is an exciting chapter – and finding the right place to live can make all the difference. Whether you’re looking for a vibrant … Read more

Is living in student accommodation really worth the price?

By Ana Hythe-Oram | 24 March 2025

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

By Ana Hythe-Oram | 20 September 2024

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

By Ana Hythe-Oram | 18 September 2024

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

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