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Don’t forget to enrol or re-register by 16 Oct

New students, if you haven’t already, please remember to enrol online by 10:00 on 16 October 2023.

Returning students, you also need to complete Returning Registration by 10:00 on 16 October 2023.

This is to let us know you will definitely be studying with us this academic year. If you can’t register for financial reasons, visit the Financial Aid team in the Arrivals Hub (Canterbury campus).

Find out more on the How to enrol webpage.

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Received an invoice from us but have a student loan?

If you have received an invoice for your tuition fees from the University but you have an approved tuition fee loan from Student Finance England, please ignore the invoice.

We are really sorry for this mistake and you should receive a credit note for this in the next few days to confirm payment.

If you have any other student finance related questions, you can get in contact with us by:

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Timetable ready for returning students

Stage 2 and 3 timetables are ready to view in KentVision.

New students (Foundation and Stage 1) and Postgraduate Taught students will get their timetables next week (from 18 September).

All timetables will be fully published by 21 September.

Make sure:

If you have any questions about your timetable, speak to your Division’s Programmes Administration Team.

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Uniyearbook email warning

You may have received an email from ‘uniyearbook’ and other senders, asking you to register and pay for a Kent year book.

These emails are not sent from or on behalf of the University of Kent. We have no connection or affiliation to Uniyearbook.com. They are a third party organisation which sells their products through their website.

Find out more and how to protect yourself by reading our email safety advice and privacy notice.

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Power outage: Saturday 29 July 2023

UK Power Networks will be undertaking essential maintenance works on Saturday 29 July 2023 from 10:00-15:00.

The areas affected by the power outage will be Beverley Farm, Keynes College, Tanglewood, Careers, Oaks Study Hub, Turing College (all blocks) and Hut 8.

All other buildings should be unaffected by the power outage.

This is the final planned power shutdown.

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Relax with a Kent Sports Clinic massage for just £23

Are you in need of a massage to help you relax and enjoy the summer?

Why not take us up on a 30-minute qualified massage for just £23 between 1-31 August 2023. We’re also extending the offer to members of the public too, so everyone can benefit from this reduced rate.

To book a massage during this time, you will need a minimum of Kent Sport Pay to Play membership (free, when you create an online booking account). Appointments can be booked online in advance, but must be attended between 1-31 August 2023. Alternatively, call us on 01227 823623 or email sportsclinic@kent.ac.uk.

How do I book?

You can choose between qualified and student-led appointments for many of our services. To find out more about our individual services, visit the Kent Sports Clinic webpage.

Qualified massages are bookable as 30-minute appointments as standard. Please contact sportsclinic@kent.ac.uk if you would like to book a 60-minute appointment.

If you’re an existing customer, you can book and pay for services through your online booking account. New customers will first need to create a free account with Kent Sport. This is quick, easy and free to do. See our guidance for more information.

Find out more about our Kent Sports Clinic services and the benefits of massage online.

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View your resit exams timetable

If you are resitting exams or taking an exam for the first time this summer, your exams timetable is ready to view in KentVision. If you have any questions about your exams timetable, please get in touch with your Division.

If you’re not resitting any exams but resubmitting coursework, you can find events and support from the Student Learning Advisory Service on our website. Best of luck!

You can find out more on our exams webpage.

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Application deadline extended for Student Content Creator (closed)

Are you an enthusiastic and outgoing Kent student with a flair for creating engaging social media content? Do you have an eye for the latest trends on TikTok and Instagram?  Are you confident on camera?

If so, we’re looking for Student Content Creators just like you to help bring the student experience at Kent to life online.

As a Student Content Creator, you’ll work across our digital channels to produce a wide range of content from Instagram reels and trending TikToks to vlogs and blogs and everything in between.

This is a great opportunity for a student interested in a career in social media as well as Marketing, Advertising, Communications and PR.

View the full job description.

How to apply

To apply, please send a short ‘Day in the life’ video (60 secs max), reel or TikTok. Sharing what your typical day looks like, to give us an idea of what you study, your interests and any extracurricular activities. The more creative the better!

Please note, you will need to be a University of Kent student for the academic year 2023-24.

The closing date for applications is 23.59 hours BST on 25 June 2023 (unless otherwise stated)

Read the full job description and apply.

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Please don’t bring a bag to your exam

If you have in-person exams, please only bring with you the essentials and don’t bring any bags. You can find a list of what you can and can’t bring into the exam hall on our website.

You are allowed small items such as a phone, wallet and keys. Phones will need to be turned off and placed under your desk.

If you have to bring a bag or any other unauthorised items, please allow plenty of time ahead of your exam to store your bag safely in one of the lockers on campus or one of our bag drops. Lockers are limited so it is best to leave your bag at home.

You can find out more about exams and support available on our exams webpages.

Best of luck with your exams!