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The University of Kent, the UK’s European university, is one of the country’s most dynamic universities. Established in 1965, it now has over 20,000 students studying at its various campuses including Canterbury, Medway and Tonbridge in the picturesque south-east of England and continental-European sites in Athens, Brussels, Paris, and Rome.
The extensive range of subjects we offer at both undergraduate and postgraduate level are supported by a substantial scholarship fund including awards for excellence, subject and locations specific study, and bursaries to provide eligible students with financial support.
Kent is a research-intensive institution that provides an excellent education delivered by world-class researchers. Its reputation for research and academic excellence is confirmed by its success in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014. The University is ranked 17th in the UK for research intensity, 97% of its research is of international quality and its score for research power has increased by 59%, the third largest increase of the top 50 research intensive universities.
Kent is also ranked among the best in the UK by three national league tables: The Guardian University Guide, The Times Good University Guide and The Complete University Guide. We have been shortlisted for Exceptional Performance in Teaching and Research (Times Higher Education Data Points Award 2016), and our students are among the UK’s most satisfied with their academic experience. They consistently rate Kent as offering one of the best student experiences in the country and, in the 2016 National Student Survey we achieved the fourth highest score in the UK for ‘overall satisfaction’.
The University is a major educational, economic and cultural force throughout its region, and its position as the gateway to Europe is reinforced by its multinational community: Kent has students from 158 different nationalities, 41% of its academic and research staff are from outside the UK and the curriculum supports study and work abroad opportunities.
The University has global partnerships with many prestigious institutions, both in Europe and beyond, to include the USA, Malaysia, China, Russia, Hong Kong and Japan. These partnerships offer many opportunities for students including exchanges, study visits and work placements, as well as the possibility of earning a dual degree from Kent and a partner university.
Alumni of the University include Kazuo Ishiguro OBE, author and Man Booker prize winner, Gavin Esler, BBC journalist, author and Chancellor of the University, Dame Carolyn McCall DBE, CEO of easyjet, and Canon Dame Sarah Mullally, Bishop in the Church of England.
University of Kent is ranked 301 in World University Rankings by Times Higher Education and has an overall score of 4.0 stars, according to student reviews on Studyportals, the best place to find out how students rate their study and living experience at universities from all over the world.
On this page you can see how the university is ranked on international rankings and find out what students are saying about their study experience.View all 186 Masters from this universityFind out more about this university
University World Rankings
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education3012021 3512020 3512019QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities3802021 3682020 3552019Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University5012020 5012019 4012018Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report5912021 5842020 5902019
Student Reviews
4.0 87
Latest positive review:
UKC is a great uni for first time moving out, especially first time moving ever. The campus is not an intimidating size and is easy to find things (besides for the Rutherford and Elliot buildings). I felt the Uni was the perfect size because it wasn’t so big that there’s an overwhelming amount of stuff going on, and you’re able to make connections a bit easier, but it also…
Latest critical review:
Didn’t learn a thing; 1/2 of the class couldn’t speak English; can’t believe they’re allowed to charge people for this. Studying part time I felt very much like I wasn’t part of the university, but that’s specific to my situation.Read more reviewsWhy are student reviews important?
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Universities in the UK are some of the most highly regarded in the world, and for good reasons. Some of the world’s most highly regarded research takes place in British universities, which are regularly featured in international rankings. While studying in the UK, you will be able to develop in a highly multicultural environment with high chances of pursuing lucrative careers after graduation. The teaching in the UK is designed to encourage new idea generation, encouraging individual research and group cooperation, through class discussions and creative assignments.Read more about studying abroad in United Kingdom
University of Kent is located in Canterbury, United Kingdom and is featured in the best 1000 universities in the world, according to the most well-known international university rankings. Find out its position in each of these rankings or see what other universities made the ranking lists.
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Reviews
OVERALL UNIVERSITY RATING Tell us about your overall university experience so far.
University has brought me very good memories and has allowed me to meet some amazing people from various walks of life which I am grateful for. However, I feel my time at the University of Kent hasn’t been the best especially in my 3rd and final year of study. The head of my department of study (Music) did not support students throughout this vital year, left assignments unmarked for months and was not responding to any of the concerns expressed by students which had a massive effect on the performance of students.
The overall experience had been a positive one, the classes and lectures have been interesting and well taught and although there has been struggles with covid, we have still managed to get in person contact hours and time on the course. The facilities are good for the most part, nothing major to complain about, and there have been society opportunities. Overall I am very happy with my first year experience.
RALL UNIVERSITY RATING Tell us about your overall university experience so far.
This academic year has been remote learning so the experience has been lacking (not uni’s fault!) but the city is amazing, great pubs/clubs etc, and the campus has all the facilities you could need.
OVERALL UNIVERSITY RATING Tell us about your overall university experience so far.
The quality of teaching and support on my course is great. There is excellent flexibility, and the staff take into consideration the commitments you have beyond studying. The staff in DaLL are friendly and really care about supporting the progress of their students.
OVERALL UNIVERSITY RATING Tell us about your overall university experience so far.
University administration really trying their best this academic year Amazing student support Lecturers very responsive and helpful Would however have been better with in person classes and more activities
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