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(5)·By Marcis T·Sports Science· Jun 2023
Kent is one of the best universities personally because the lecturers are there to help you and they really put the time and effort to help you in any troubles or difficulties you may face when you maybe doing an assignment or even if you don't know how to log onto moodle
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History, Year 2

(5)·By Grace K·History· Jul 2021
Really good!! Loads of events and stuff going on and it was really welcoming I lived on campus first year and i really enjoyed it. Our flat was clean and really nice Brilliant! A lot were open late or 24 7 so it was flexible They are clear and well organised and there is always an opportunity to ask questions or get any issues cleared up I love the city! I currently live in Canterbury and there's loads going on! Its a very studenty city (because theres 3 unis) so great nightlife but its only a small city so it still feels safe
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Psychology / Criminology, Year 3

(5)·By Rebecca B·Psychology· Jul 2021
It was good! Not as exciting this year because of COVID so most things took place online whereas usually the atmosphere is incredible. The accommodation is great here. There's a wide range for all various prices and sizes. I recommend highly. All the facilities are faultless at the university of kent campus. There are no facilities that don't meet my needs Everything was good! They were taught really well, with good online resources! It was nice! I'm from a small village so it's a different experience being in a city
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Drama, Year 3

(5)·By Harry N·Drama· Jul 2021
Exciting, lots going on, uni put on a lot of events for us Comfortable, understanding of disability, easy to move into Plenty of study facilities, lots of societies that are really friendly Good lecturers, people who care about the subject, very helpful Very calm but good nightlife and very pretty
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Anthropology, Year 3

(5)·By Connie B·Anthropology· Jul 2021
It was great! We got to participate in an archaeological dig, and there were plenty of events to get involved in to get to know people, both with anth-soc and the Uni in general It's pretty good, obviously there are varying standards depending on how much you're willing to pay, but I haven't heard of anything really awful! The library is fantastic (banging sandwiches too) sports facilities are great when they aren't too busy, and the SU work really hard for us! I found the content really interesting and engaging, and the lecturers try to make everything as interesting and memorable as possible. SAC offer lots of talks, guest lectures and trips which made the course even better. Living in a city is fantastic, especially when so much of it is student oriented- there are loads of student nights, student shopping evenings etc. It's nice to be somewhere busy while simultaneously safe for students
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Forensic Science, Year 2

(5)·By Gabryella S·Forensic Science· Jul 2021
Really interesting, we were set up with different activities demonstrating what we'd be facing in the future The accommodations are good and modern. They provide good quality space The library is big and provides us with various study areas being alone or for groups. We also have easy access to study material Lecturers are friendly and provide us all necessary help with the modules. We have good facilities for our lectures Canterbury has many shops and is packed with night clubs. It's definitely a student city
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(5)·By Marcis T·Sports Science· Jun 2023
Kent is one of the best universities personally because the lecturers are there to help you and they really put the time and effort to help you in any troubles or difficulties you may face when you maybe doing an assignment or even if you don't know how to log onto moodle
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Economics, Year 2

(5)·By Natalie H·Economics· Jul 2021
It was really fun. There are lots of clubs and they held lots of events. The uni also organised lots of activities There are a range of different accommodations all around campus. I stayed in a flat with an en-suite and it was really nice and big. Very new and clean. New modern buildings and with lots of space The lecturers are very helpful and the lectures are very interesting. There is just the right about of work and the course is the right level of difficulty Just the right size. Over 4 clubs. Lots of shops and a very pretty town.
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Drama, dance and cinematics, Year 2

(5)·By Anna R·Drama· Oct 2018
I love it! Great facilities, wonderful city and amazing lecturers!
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Psychology, Year 1

(5)·By Emily B·Psychology· Mar 2019
It was very fun as there were loads of events to go to and lots of people to meet. The university were very helpful in informing about the courses and the lectures were very engaging.

The accommodation is very expensive but it’s lovely to live in. The cleaners are very efficient and come round periodically. The beds are comfortable but need a mattress topper ideally of memory foam. The rooms themselves are very up to date and stylish.

The lecture halls are beautiful and very spacious with big screens. The library is massive and always has space for doing revision - it includes all the books you’ll need plus a load more for research. The student bars are very cheap and have a friendly atmosphere and everyone enjoys going to them.

The course is engaging and has so much interesting content that it’s got something for everyone. The lecturers are passionate about their subject and so always make an effort to inform the students of what they need to know and some extra interesting points. The slides are well structured and it’s easy to revise from them - as well as the lecture recordings. The RPS scheme is super fun and it’s a great chance to learn more about working in a psychological field.

The city life is interesting. The town mostly consists of musicians and students. There are loads of shops around and a beach nearby. The cathedral is a beautiful site to see everyday. I always feel safe walking in the city at night and enjoy going to town as it’s such a warm and friendly place to be.

It’s a lot of work but it’s very interesting so its doesn’t feel too bad. The psychology lecturers are always there’s to help you if you get stuck. There are people from all walks of life in the lectures and it’s a great chance to met new people and also develop more understanding for others. The work is tough as there is a lot of content to remember but it’s helps to have such an engaging class that are willing to help you along the way. There are usually a lot of students so it’s not difficult to find others who want to help you or study with you.
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History, Year 2

(5)·By Zoe M·History· Apr 2019
It was good, there were loads of socials that introduced you to other students and helped you get used to the campus life

I went for the most affordable accommodation and I loved it! It was a lovely 5 bed house and had great facilities with great housekeeping

Library had a lot of work done to it in my first and second year. But now it has finished it is such a great place to study. There are also a good amount of restaurants and bars on campus

I really liked the fact that I had a large selection of subjects and periods I could focus on. This really helped me understand what area of history I was passionate about and thus what I should do my dissertation on. It also made the course much more tailored to myself

Lovely! Canterbury is such a lovely city and has a great student vibe. There are so many places to eat and it's so beautiful

Make the effort to talk to your lecturers and ask for advice/questions. Most of them are really passionate about their subject and want to discuss it more with you. Don't be afraid to ask!!
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