There’s a lot of hype around writing the perfect personal statement, but the clue’s in the name, it’s personal, which means you should write … Read more
Category: Undergraduate
Personal statements: the do’s and don’ts
Whether it’s cliché lines, unrelated quotations or simply a lack of proofreading and editing, there are things that can really let your personal statement down. So before … Read more
Five things I wish I knew before starting university
Hi there, I’m Minetou. I did my undergraduate degree at Kent, and I’m currently in my final year of postgraduate study – also at Kent! … Read more
Finding your exam calm
It’s exam season, and you’ve got a million things rushing through your brain. Your friends and family are saying: “it will all be fine, just … Read more
Things to do in Canterbury during spring
Spring has arrived in Canterbury and we’re all excited to see sunshine and blue skies over the city. After a challenging couple of years for … Read more
Tips for choosing first year accommodation
Applied to study at Kent and wondering what comes next? Well, it’s time to start considering your accommodation options. Choosing the right place to live … Read more
How I manage my time as a Law and Politics student
Time management is a key skill to master as a university student, enabling you to meet multiple deadlines and still have time to enjoy university … Read more
My favourite facilities on campus
The Canterbury campus, characterized by its beautiful green spaces and views over the city, has plenty of excellent facilities for students to use. From places … Read more
Adjusting to university life as an international student
Moving away from your home country for university can seem daunting at first, from travel to adjusting to the UK time zone, and even figuring … Read more
Learning through lockdown: my study experiences
Since spring 2020, when the first Covid-19 lockdown was announced, studying at Kent has been different. Most of our students have been learning through a … Read more