design1
Student News
News and updates from across the University, specifically for current students.

Category: Careers and opportunities

Build skills that get you top marks

By Helen Kirk | 24 April 2026

AI tools can be helpful when you’re studying – but they’re not a shortcut to strong academic work. To succeed at university, and beyond, you … Read more

Global Officers Spotlight: Taking Small Actions to Drive Sustainability on Campus

By Emma Marku | 21 April 2026

Sustainability has been a big focus for students involved in the Global Officers Leadership Development (GOLD) Programme.  This year has been no exception, with a … Read more

Second Years – It’s not too late to secure your Year in Industry

By rc542 | 21 April 2026

Hear from our Year in Industry Ambassador, Keisha Muzaire Muhangi, about how to maximise your chances of placement success. I’m Keisha, a final-year Business and … Read more

Summer Employability Festival and Part-Time Jobs Fair

By erf | 16 April 2026

Summer Employability Festival (27 April – 1 May) Take advantage of a range of events designed to help you excel in the next steps of … Read more

Kickstart your search for a Year in Industry placement

By rc542 | 14 April 2026

  The process of searching for a Year in Industry or Professional Practice placement can feel daunting. Where should you look? How do you apply? … Read more

Dress for Success Wardrobe Launches this Summer Term!

By erf | 09 April 2026

Preparing for an interview? We’ve got you covered—from head to toe. The Careers and Employability Service have partnered with Parky’s Preloved Charity Shop which supports … Read more

Kent Diamonds: Podcasting Powerhouse

By Hannah Collins | 31 March 2026

Our next alumni Kent Diamond is Kelly Princess Shungu. Kelly was recently selected as one of the Top 50 Women in Engineering in recognition of … Read more

Spring break 2026: opening times

By Miriam Sandiford | 24 March 2026

During the spring vacation period, 21 March to 12 April, most of the University’s services are still available, some with amended opening hours. Many are closed … Read more

Students recognised for shaping services and spaces through Student Shapers programme 

By Joanna Addison | 06 March 2026

On 4 March students from across the university gathered to celebrate a successful year of the Student Shapers programme, recognising the contributions students have made … Read more

Future Ready Fashion – A Clothes Swap Event

By Emma Marku | 27 February 2026

“Swap, Don’t Shop! Refresh Your Wardrobe Sustainably.” Our student Global Officers in collaboration with Kent Student’s Union Advice Service are hosting a clothes swap event … Read more

  • ← Older posts

Recent Posts

  • Build skills that get you top marks
  • KentVision unavailable Tues 28 April 8:00-11:00
  • Email Safety: Help to avoid scams
  • Happy St. George’s Day!
  • Your coffee is supporting Canterbury Food Bank

Recent Comments

No comments to show.

Archives

  • April 2026
  • March 2026
  • February 2026
  • January 2026
  • December 2025
  • November 2025
  • October 2025
  • September 2025
  • August 2025
  • July 2025
  • June 2025
  • May 2025
  • April 2025
  • March 2025
  • February 2025
  • January 2025
  • December 2024
  • November 2024
  • October 2024
  • September 2024
  • July 2024
  • June 2024
  • May 2024
  • April 2024
  • March 2024
  • February 2024
  • December 2023
  • September 2023
  • July 2023
  • June 2023
  • May 2023
  • April 2023
  • March 2023
  • January 2023
  • December 2022
  • November 2022
  • August 2022
  • July 2022
  • June 2022
  • May 2022
  • April 2022
  • March 2022
  • February 2022

Categories

  • *All news*
  • Academic support
  • Accommodation and transport
  • Careers and opportunities
  • Celebrating success
  • Financial support and offers
  • Health and wellbeing
  • International
  • IT and systems
  • Medway specific
  • PGR specific
  • Social, sport and food
  • Student voice
  • Uncategorized
The views expressed in this blog are not necessarily those of the University of Kent. More about Kent blogs and blogging guidelines. Report concern