Category Archives: news

Postgraduate extension to completion date

Posted on April 23, 2020 by tp256

The Graduate School has announced that an extension to your completion date may be applied for, if required, as a result of the Covid-19 situation. You should discuss this with your supervisor in the first instance. You should notify our … Continue reading →

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OFFICE CLOSED – COVID-19

Posted on March 24, 2020 by tp256

Due to the current unprecedented events presented by the COVID-19 pandemic, following government advice to protect the wellbeing of students and staff, our physical premises are now closed. As a result, the Student Immigration Compliance Team (visacompliance@kent.ac.uk) is now working … Continue reading →

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Information re: Police Registration – Coronavirus

Posted on March 20, 2020 by tp256

Please be advised that currently all appointments have been suspended due to the Coronavirus. Kent Police are concerned for the safety of all foreign nationals, hence why there is no availability for appointments on the system. However, if you have … Continue reading →

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Industrial Action – Strike information

Posted on November 19, 2019 by tp256

You may access the full page of information available here. Please assume all classes are being taught unless you are told otherwise. As long as you continue to attend all contact and engagement points wherever possible, your visa status will … Continue reading →

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New scam targeting Chinese students

Posted on October 24, 2019 by tp256

Unfortunately we’ve been made aware of another scam targeting Chinese students. This time, the person on the phone is claiming to be the Assembly of China and accuses the student of money laundering crimes. Rather than asking for payment they … Continue reading →

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New link for police registration website

Posted on September 19, 2019 by tp256

The link on the Police Registration bookmark you received at registration has been updated to https://beta.kent.police.uk/advice/advice-and-information/ov/registering-overseas-visitor/  Please use this link to register and book your appointment. Thank you and apologies for the inconvenience.

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New student arriving at Kent? September 2019

Posted on September 12, 2019 by tp256

For any queries about Arrivals procedures please visit our Arrivals 2019 page.

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Under 18 and arriving in September?

Posted on July 26, 2019 by tp256

Due to a change in certain regulations, if you are under 18 and applying for a Tier 4 visa to study at Kent in September, we strongly recommend that you use the University’s ACL code which will enable you to … Continue reading →

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eGates: Entering the UK – Advice to non-visa nationals

Posted on May 28, 2019 by tp256

eGates: Entering the UK – Advice to non-visa nationals. Travellers with biometric passports from the following countries are be able to enter the UK using eGates: Australia Canada Japan New Zealand Singapore South Korea USA Nationals from these countries entering … Continue reading →

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Kent and Brexit: Advice for students

Posted on May 17, 2019 by tp256

Whilst we are still unclear of the UK’s position regarding its exit from the EU, we endeavour to continue to provide support and guidance to our students. You can find updates on this page which will continue to be updated … Continue reading →

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