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YOUR GUIDE TO POSTGRADUATE STUDY AT KENT Graduate study
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WELCOME FROM THE DEAN I am delighted that you are considering becoming a postgraduate student at the University of Kent. Our programmes are informed by a commitment to research excellence and we provide a dynamic and challenging academic environment. Whichever course or programme you follow at Kent, you will benefit from a supportive and friendly atmosphere working alongside world-class researchers. We are especially proud of our diverse student body and our European and international staff, and we believe that not only does the University benefit from this intellectual and cultural diversity, but that it is also beneficial to wider society. I hope that your experience of postgraduate study at Kent is both positive and rewarding. I look forward to welcoming you to Kent in the near future. Professor Paul Allain Dean of the Graduate School
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of research at Kent was found to be of international quality in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (an independent national survey of UK universities).
in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF).
of Kent postgraduate students who responded to the most recent national survey of graduate destinations were in work or further study within six months (DLHE 2017).
The University of Kent’s Statement of Findings can be found at www.kent.ac.uk/ tef-statement
TOP 500
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WINNER
Kent is ranked in the top 500 of world universities by Shanghai Ranking’s 2018 Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU)
of our academic staff are from overseas and we have students representing 164 nationalities.
Kent has won the Times Higher Education (THE) Outstanding Support for Students Award two years running (2017 and 2018).
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KENT The University was ranked 5th for overall student satisfaction in the 2018 Postgraduate Research Experience Survey.
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WHY KENT? At Kent, outstanding teaching, first-class facilities, and superb support ensure you develop subject-specific expertise. By learning in an international community, you also gain the experience you need to forge a successful career in our interconnected world.
Career-focused study
A global outlook
A postgraduate qualification from Kent opens up career opportunities by providing specialist knowledge and an impressive portfolio of skills that are essential within the competitive world of employment. You enhance your subject-specific knowledge, supported at every stage by inspirational teaching and supervision, first-class facilities, and a diverse schedule of seminars, workshops and events.
We are proud to be outward facing and international, attracting staff and students from 164 countries. Our academic schools are engaged in collaborative research with universities worldwide and several of our programmes offer the opportunity to undertake part, or sometimes all, of your study abroad.
World-leading research Kent’s excellent performance in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF) confirmed our position as a leading UK research university. Following the REF, we were ranked in the top 20 for research output and research intensity in the Times Higher Education, outperforming 11 of the 24 Russell Group universities.
Strong academic community As a postgraduate student at Kent you are part of a thriving intellectual community that includes staff and students from all our locations. Kent’s postgraduate students come from a wide variety of backgrounds and range in age from 21 to their 70s. We welcome everyone and have a large cohort of mature students studying either for a career change or to indulge a long-held passion for a subject.
“I have gained great communication skills as well as academic and language skills. I can definitely say I am much more confident and mature. I am able to express myself well both in academic and professional mediums, as well as in social environments. The skills I have gained will definitely put me one step ahead in life.” Reyyan Bilen MA Architecture and Urban Design
“I’m enjoying the fact that I’m gaining so much knowledge, in particular from my supervisor, who is so passionate about her subject. As a PhD student, I also have the opportunity to attend training courses to expand my grasp of the subject area, and the Graduate School offers a lot of support and organises a wide range of events and workshops.” Reeya Oogarah PhD Chemistry
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CHOOSING WHAT AND HOW TO STUDY Whether you are just starting to consider a postgraduate programme either for professional development or personal interest or know exactly what, as well as where and how, you want to study, we offer you lots of choice.
Types of study Taught programmes A Master’s is the usual level of study, but some programmes also have options for postgraduate certificates, diplomas and standalone modules. In addition, some programmes offer distance and blended learning. Taught programmes are available at all Kent’s locations, including Tonbridge which offers short taster courses in a variety of subjects.
Many of our taught degrees include accreditation from relevant professional bodies.
Research programmes Research Master’s are available in most subjects to prepare you for professional work or a PhD. PhDs are available at Canterbury, Medway, Brussels and Paris. Supervised by world-class researchers, you belong to a dynamic intellectual community of
students who take an active role in academic life. You are encouraged to participate in conferences and publish papers. If you are looking for an expert in a particular field, you can search our programmes or use the Find a Supervisor tool.
Ways to study Many of our students are combining study with a career or caring commitments, so we offer part-time options on the majority of our programmes. Some courses are available through distance learning, including an external PhD for those studying overseas. Typically, a parttime Master’s is studied over two years and a PhD over five.
IDEAL LOCATIONS Medway and Canterbury are both well connected to London and Europe by rail and road. And, when you want to relax, you’re not far from the Kent coast, with its dramatic scenery and seaside attractions.
Canterbury • 60 minutes from London on the high-speed train • 20 minutes to the beach at Whitstable or Herne Bay by road • Two hours from France by Eurostar
Medway
European centres
• 40 minutes from London on the high-speed train • 30 minutes to Bluewater shopping and leisure centre by road • 60 minutes from Gatwick international airport by road
Our Brussels School of International Studies is located close to organisations such as NATO and the European Union. While our Paris School of Arts and Culture is in Montparnasse, close to the Latin quarter, a district teeming with student life focused around the historic Sorbonne.
Canterbury to Medway A free term-time shuttle bus runs between the campuses.
From Canterbury or Medway you can reach either of these centres in a little over two hours.
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YOUR GRADUATE COMMUNITY “As Vice-President for Postgraduate Experience, my aim is to ensure postgrads feel able to get involved in extra-curricular activities such as sports and societies. I am also committed to improving postgraduate wellbeing by raising awareness of current services, creating postgrad-specific events and services dedicated to student welfare, and developing opportunities for postgrads to socialise and collaborate in a supportive environment.” Laura Carlin Vice-President for Postgraduate Experience
Kent’s postgraduate students benefit from a welcoming, diverse graduate community. Our campuses at Canterbury and Medway, our part-time centre in Tonbridge, and our postgraduate centres in Europe, provide stimulating environments in which to learn and conduct research. The subject range studied by our postgraduate students makes for stimulating interdisciplinary networking opportunities, such as conferences, workshops and social events organised by the Graduate School and the students’ union.
Woolf College Named after the writer Virginia Woolf, Kent’s postgraduate college has a strong community feel and provides an instant support network during your studies.
All postgraduate students become members of Woolf College and are able to participate and contribute to the postgraduate community at the University.
Students’ union and Kent Sport Kent Union, your students’ union, is integral to the University of Kent and has an elected Vice-President for Postgraduate Experience, and a large number of postgraduate course representatives. Kent Union
has also established a Postgraduate Network, runs a Postgrad Buddy Scheme and holds weekly ‘Tea Breaks’ and regular coffee mornings where students can get together in a relaxed environment. There are over 200 societies covering politics, sport, culture, faith, performance, academic subjects and more. If you can’t find what you are looking for you can start your own. Medway students are also members of Greenwich and Kent Students’ Unions Together (GK Unions). You can find out more about union activities at kentunion.co.uk and gkunions.co.uk Kent Sport manages our outstanding sport and fitness facilities, and runs the Cycle Hub which offers free or discounted bike hire.
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Kent Graduate Student Association Kent Graduate Student Association (KGSA) is the University’s committee for Woolf College. Made up of current research and taught postgraduate students, the officers of KGSA work to enhance the postgraduate experience at Kent. Run by students and for students, KGSA hosts the annual Postgraduate Welcome Week, which includes the Postgraduate Freecycle, as well as numerous postgraduate social events throughout the year. KGSA’s mission is to foster community, promote wellbeing, and improve the postgraduate
experience. Serving on this committee of volunteers provides an exciting opportunity to work within the student community, to plan and implement both social events and political initiatives, and to represent postgraduates on University boards and liaison groups. The officers of KGSA volunteer their time to make sure that students get the most out of their time at Kent, and they are passionate about creating a strong, healthy, and caring community.
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“Serving as President of KGSA has greatly enhanced my experience at Kent. I’ve met new students each year and been involved in creating a culture of support and networking within the postgraduate community. I’ve gained skills in marketing, promotion, event planning, social media, and politics. I’ve also sat on the Graduate School Board and various committees, helping to shape the student experience, improve postgraduate accommodation, and design new postgraduate spaces.” Shelly Lorts Kent Graduate Student Association (KGSA) President
A ROOM OF YOUR OWN
Postgraduates have their own social space, the Woolf Common Room, as well as the Postgraduate Student Hub which is open 24 hours a day and even has a kettle and a microwave for those all-nighters.
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YOUR CAREER Whatever your plans for the future, in addition to your academic studies Kent has lots of ways to help you achieve your goals. Our postgraduates have gone on to work for major world-leading companies and organisations, such as Renault, Accenture, the Government Statistical Service, Cancer Research UK, Guardian News and Media, the European Commission, Deutsche Bank and Lucasfilm.
Opportunities to undertake part of your studies or research abroad, developing new skills and awareness of different cultures.
A comprehensive package of extracurricular activities including skills development training programmes such as the Researcher Development Programme and Global Skills Award for Master’s students.
The Hub for Innovation and Enterprise (HIVE) offers practical help with enterprise skills and runs talks and workshops led by industry specialists.
Excellent prospects An academic community which enables you to build international networks to successfully compete in a global workplace.
Over 97% of Kent graduates who responded to the most recent national survey of graduate destinations were in work or further study within six months (DLHE 2017).
Professionally accredited programmes across many of our subject areas.
An award-winning Careers and Employability Service offering personal guidance and advice on interview technique, assessment centres and career planning.
Volunteering and paid work opportunities to help enhance your career prospects.
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“The main objective for pursuing a postgraduate degree was to expand my employment perspectives. I have been very impressed with how applicable and relevant the course material is to the industry. In addition, I believe that this degree broadens the scope of employment that I am qualified for, as I can look for employment in the fields of both economics and finance.� Lauren Innis MSc Economics and Finance
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THE GRADUATE SCHOOL The Graduate School supports the strategic development of postgraduate education and research at Kent. It provides the foundation for a vibrant intellectual community, supporting postgraduates across all our campuses and European centres. Working in partnership with academic schools and centres we support and develop the following: • distinctive, exciting and innovative programmes of study that combine academic excellence with an exceptional student experience • funding and study opportunities through external links with research councils and institutes as well as other national and international organisations • postgraduate facilities and resources • a supportive environment for the intellectual interests of our students • student-led initiatives, such as social events, conferences and workshops • our excellent Researcher Development Programme and unique Global Skills Award Programme for taught Master’s students.
Researcher Development Programme Designed for research students, this programme helps you to develop specialist and transferable skills and is in line with requirements laid down by the Research Councils UK. Through a series of workshops, you gain transferable (generic) skills in areas such as leadership, negotiation, time management and communication. Students who can combine highly developed generic skills with their subject-specific expertise, are in high demand from employers looking for candidates who can operate effectively at a senior level. Training addresses knowledge and intellectual abilities; personal effectiveness; research governance and organisation; and engagement, influence and impact. You are offered a wide range of workshops within each area and all new PhD researchers complete a skills review to self-evaluate their competencies in order to plan their personal development needs during their period of research and beyond.
Global Skills Award Programme This programme is for taught Master’s students and is designed to broaden your understanding of global issues and current affairs as well as develop personal skills to enhance your employability. All students registered for a taught Master’s degree are eligible to apply for a place, which is free of charge. At the start of the programme you will take part in a personal assessment, which helps you to reflect on your past experience and future development. A lecture series allows you to participate in discussions on issues of global importance, such as the economy, the environment, the media, world politics and developments in science. In addition, via a series of skills training workshops you acquire skills such as teamworking, networking and leadership, which will help you to succeed in your career. The programme also gives you the opportunity to meet and network with other students from a variety of backgrounds and disciplines.
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WITH PASSION AND FOCUS YOU CAN ACHIEVE ANYTHING Graduate School Prizes
The GradPost
Community Experience Awards
Postgraduate Festival
These annual prizes recognise the excellence of postgraduate researchers and outstanding work carried out by our academic and administrative staff.
The GradPost is a quarterly newsletter written and edited by our postgraduate students. Students from all our campuses and centres submit articles on topical news, interests, student life and support advice. By becoming a member of The GradPost editorial team, you’ll gain editorial and organisational skills, meet new people and have a lot of fun.
Postgraduate students have the opportunity to bid for funding to co-ordinate their own event/project aimed at enhancing the postgraduate experience.
The annual festival is a chance to recognise and celebrate the excellence of research at Kent. It brings together all disciplines and enhances the postgraduate community.
Championing your interests
Research Talks
The views of our students are critical to the successful development of the postgraduate experience at Kent. The Graduate School works to ensure the student voice is listened to and acted upon at the highest University boards.
Postgraduates are given the opportunity to present their research to multi-disciplinary audiences to improve their communication and presentation skills.
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RESEARCH EXCELLENCE
Kent’s performance in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF) confirms our position as a leading UK research university. All of our academic schools engage in research of international standing. With programmes of study that are informed by research, our Master’s students are able to develop skills and knowledge sought by employers and relevant to contemporary issues. Our research activities and collaborations with outside organisations create knowledge that is highly influential and makes a significant impact on societal and scientific issues. In addition, Kent has been awarded a Queen’s Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education twice in the last 12 years. The prizes are awarded for exceptional
contributions by institutions in the higher and further education sectors.
Our standing is an indicator of the world-leading research activity that takes place across the institution and is underpinned by our ability to attract external funding, which now consistently exceeds £13 million per annum. This also reflects our sustained investment in staff, buildings, laboratories and equipment.
Research standing Kent is placed firmly among the UK’s most research-intensive universities. Following the most recent Research Excellence Framework (2014), Kent was ranked in the top 20 for research output and research intensity in the Times Higher Education, outperforming 11 of the 24 Russell Group universities. Of the research submitted to the REF, 97% was judged to be of international quality.
“My experience at Kent has increased my employment prospects immensely. Kent has provided me with the opportunity to gain a PhD and teaching experience; two aspects that will greatly elevate my chances of employment within, or outside of, academia.”
Karl Goodwin PhD Classical & Archaeological Studies
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“My supervisory team are excellent! They’re really one of the best things about my PhD. They’re always on hand to help if I have any issues and give expert advice from their years of experience in the academic field. We have a very relaxed and collaborative working relationship, so I always feel I can approach my supervisors if I ever have any issues.” Ben Davies PhD Management
Research achievements Kent has an outstanding record of research success. Recent research achievements, which have impacted on the economy, government policy and the daily lives of those affected, include: • research demonstrating that chimpanzees are learning to adapt their foraging behaviour to avoid human contact • an asthma study showing that interventions by community pharmacists can help asthma patients achieve better asthma control, which could have major cost benefits • a miniature radio device developed to protect rare plant species from poachers
• new research from psychologists suggesting that people who are using Facebook or surfing the web suffer impaired perception of time • work into the delivery of the next generation of high-speed mobile networks; achieving speeds of up to 5Gbps in a 5G environment • research developed at Kent helping throat cancer patients speak again after having their larynx removed • analysis of farming subsidies showing that the UK Government must ensure a replacement to the Common Agricultural Policy is created or 250,000 rural economy jobs could be at risk • a study to show that injured athletes can benefit from using mindfulness as part of the sport rehabilitation process to improve their pain tolerance and awareness
• research which shows that workers in female-dominated workplaces have worse access to flexible working arrangements than those in gender-neutral and even male-dominated workplaces • work on both Homo naledi suggesting that a second species of human was alive at same time as Homo sapiens; and on new fossils in Morocco that add 100,000 years to human evolutionary history • economic analysis that found the polarisation of the labour market in Western economies that led to the decline of manufacturing jobs started in the 1950s, far earlier than originally thought.
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RESEARCH EXCELLENCE (CONT)
Doctoral training partnerships South East Network for Social Sciences (SeNSS) The University is a member of SeNSS, which offers PhD studentships across a range of social science disciplines. The collaboration unites an academic community of over 100 social science units and provides significant expertise in both quantitative and qualitative research methods.
THINK KENT For a sense of the teaching style and some of our research, take a look at our ‘Think Kent’ lectures. Similar in style to ‘TED Talks’, these ten to 15-minute videos feature leading Kent academics talking about their research and the international impact of their work. Whether you want to discover the truth of the 1914 Christmas Truce, learn more about the Rosetta comet mission, uncover the extent of the CIA’s rendition flight programme, or hear more about new cancer treatments, see www.youtube.com/UniversityofKent
Consortium for the Humanities and the Arts South-East England (CHASE)
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC)
We are also a partner within CHASE, which is at the forefront of arts and humanities research. CHASE’s doctoral programme offers over 50 PhD studentships across the Consortium, including at Kent.
Kent receives an EPSRC Doctoral Training grant which provides PhD studentships in engineering, maths and the physical sciences.
NERC (Natural Environment Research Council)
Kent has established a Global Challenges Doctoral Centre (GCDC) dedicated to research addressing the challenges of economic development and wellbeing faced by developing countries on the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD)
Kent has been successful in being awarded NERC PhD scholarships through its membership of the Advanced Research and Innovation in the Environmental Sciences (ARIES) Doctoral Training Partnership.
University of Kent Global Challenges Doctoral Centre (GCDC)
Development Assistance Committee (DAC) list. The GCDC offers PhD scholarships annually and provides a virtual and physical ‘location’ to discuss and undertake research which identifies solutions to global challenges.
South Coast Biosciences (SoCoBio) Kent is part of the BBSRC-funded SoCoBio doctoral training partnership, with the Universities of Southampton, Sussex and Portsmouth and the horticultural and agricultural research institute NIAB EMR. SoCoBio offers fully funded PhD studentships in bioscience research.
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ACADEMIC RESOURCES AND SUPPORT Libraries
Our library collections include specialist archives and extensive digital and physical resources. Our specialist librarians can help you discover the best-quality resources to support your research. With silent zones and group study areas, it’s easy to find a space that suits your preferred way to study.
Student Support and Wellbeing
Student Learning Advisory Service (SLAS)
Language support
If you need to improve your English language and study skills before you start your studies, you can take one of our Pre-sessional English courses. See: www.kent.ac.uk/international-pathways/ pre-sessional We also provide free English language support while you study, see www.kent.ac.uk/cewl.
Jobshop
Volunteering and Employability Points
This free service provides advice and support to students at all levels of study. We can help you to strengthen your general study skills or work with you on a specific study issue. We can work with you on a one-to-one basis or you can attend one of our workshops.
Run by Kent Union, Jobshop is an employment agency that advertises hundreds of vacancies throughout the local region in areas such as translation, mentoring, website development, retail and charity fundraising. It’s open to all students studying at Canterbury or Medway.
We offer support to people with specific learning difficulties and have a team of tutors who can provide individual and specialist support. Our wellbeing team supports students with mental health concerns and includes counsellors who offer individual counselling sessions. There is also a multi-faith Chaplaincy team.
Our Employability Points Scheme rewards extracurricular activities and is designed to encourage students to develop skills that will increase their long-term employability. Many students also volunteer both on and offcampus, developing leadership and teamworking skills and making a difference to people’s lives.
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ACCOMMODATION Most postgraduate accommodation at Canterbury and Medway is self-catered and includes wi-fi and laundry facilities. Our postgraduate accommodation includes: • Woolf, a dedicated college for postgraduate students (Canterbury) • Darwin Houses, arranged around a peaceful rose garden where you can relax or study (Canterbury) • Liberty Quays, modern en-suite accommodation in flats with a range of shops (Medway). We have a number of adapted rooms and accessible accommodation options for students with specific needs. For students who prefer to live off campus we can offer advice to help you choose the right property, find a good location and pick a landlord or letting agent you can trust. If you intend to bring your family with you, we have links to useful information including finding accommodation, childcare, schools and the International Families Network. See www.kent.ac.uk/graduateschool/ students-with-families.html Details of our accommodation, including costs, can be found at: www.kent.ac.uk/accommodation
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A GLOBAL OUTLOOK Kent has an excellent international reputation and our academic schools are engaged in collaborative research with universities from around the world. Many of Kent’s programmes have a strong international focus with some offering the opportunity to study for dual or joint awards with prestigious overseas partner institutions. Kent has exchange links with over 190 universities around the world, providing students with the opportunity for research and study abroad. Our global outlook is strengthened by our longstanding links with continental Europe. Outward facing and international, we celebrate intellectual and cultural diversity, educating our students to be the global citizens of tomorrow. As an established researchintensive university, Kent acts as a gateway to Europe for students from the UK and across the world. Last year, over half of our postgraduate students came from countries outside the UK. This contributes to the cosmopolitan atmosphere at Kent and provides the ideal environment for analysis of global issues.
Where the world meets Europe Our partnerships within Europe provide the foundation for our international approach to research and teaching. We have specialist postgraduate centres such as our Brussels School of International Studies and our Paris School of Arts and Culture. We have over 150 European partners, including the highest ranking institutions in several countries. Our collaborations can boast links with, among others, the Université Paris-Sorbonne, Paris, Philipps-Universität Marburg, Ruprecht-Karls-Universität, Heidelberg, Universiteit Gent, Uppsala University, and the Universities of Amsterdam, Bologna, Copenhagen, Helsinki and Vienna. Our strong connections within Europe enhance our international approach to all our academic activities.
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“Everyone comes from a different walk of life. You have people from Asia, Europe, North America, South America, Africa, it’s such a great conglomeration. We all learn from each other – it’s really helpful in seminars when we have a large group of people from different backgrounds, and they bring their ideas to the classroom. It helps you to widen your perspective of the world.” Bailey Bollinger-Douqué LLM International Law with International Relations (Brussels)
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YOUR FINANCES We understand that funding your postgraduate study is a really important part of your decision making. We’ve listed below some of the options that you might be interested in.
Postgraduate Scholarship Fund Kent has a multimillion-pound dedicated scholarship fund to support our taught and research students with their tuition fees and living costs. This includes full awards to support doctoral researchers, tuition fee awards for taught Master’s students, discounts for Kent graduates and scholarships for overseas students, as well as awards that recognise excellence in sport and music. The Graduate Teaching Assistantship Scheme offers financial support to postgraduate research students in return for teaching.
Doctoral training centres and partnerships • Consortium for the Humanities and the Arts South-East England (CHASE, AHRC)
• Natural Environment Research Council (ARIES, NERC). See p16 • South East Network for Social Sciences (SeNSS, ESRC) • Global Challenges Doctoral Centre (GCDC)
Other research council funding at Kent includes awards from: • Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) • Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC). See p16.
Other sources of funding • Postgraduate loans for Master’s and PhD students are available to eligible UK and European students • Part-time work opportunities are available through the Postgraduate Student Ambassador Scheme, the Kent Union Jobshop and the Graduate Teaching Assistantship Scheme.
FINANCIAL HELP FOR KENT STUDENTS Make sure to visit the postgraduate funding pages on our website (kent.ac.uk/pgfunding) where you’ll find the most up to date information and our useful Scholarships Finder search tool.
Tuition fees UK-based programmes The basic tuition fees for UK-based programmes for 2020/21 (unless otherwise stated) are listed below. For non-standard fees, see www.kent.ac.uk/financestudent/fees/tuition UK/EU* students Standard taught £7,900 Standard research £4,407 International students Standard laboratory taught programmes £19,800 Standard non-laboratory taught programmes £16,200 Standard laboratory research programmes £19,800 Standard non-laboratory research programmes £16,200 Fees will increase year on year by no more than RPI+3% in each academic year of study, except where regulated. Where fees are regulated (such as by UKRI), they will be increased by an amount up to the permitted increase.
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Programmes based outside the UK Please note that programmes delivered outside the UK are subject to different fee structures. Paris-only programmes as well as programmes in Brussels are charged in euros rather than sterling. Details of the fees can be found on our website: www.kent.ac.uk/finance-student/fees
Payment of tuition fees
Living costs
Fees are paid in advance at the beginning of each academic year. There are three main ways of paying: • in full • in two instalments – 50% on or before registration, and 50% by 1 December 2020 • if you are in receipt of a postgraduate loan from the Student Loans Company then you are able to pay your fees in three equal instalments.
Each student has different circumstances, so to help you estimate your living costs, we provide an online calculator at www.kent.ac.uk/financestudent/livingcosts.html
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Further information www.kent.ac.uk/scholarships/ postgraduate
*The UK Government has confirmed that for 2020, EU students who satisfy the criteria set out above will be classified as Home fee-paying students and eligible for funding.
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VISIT THE UNIVERSITY We welcome students who want to visit our campuses and postgraduate centres.
Open Events The University holds a number of general Open Days at our Canterbury and Medway campuses. These events are open to everyone and are designed to give you a flavour of what it is like to be a student at Kent. We also organise dedicated postgraduate events at Canterbury, Medway, Brussels and Paris. You will be able to meet academics, postgraduate students and hear from the Dean of the Graduate School and specialist funding staff.
Meet us in your country
You can take a tour of the campus to see accommodation, and academic, sports and social facilities.
Throughout the year we attend postgraduate study and funding fairs across the world where we are happy to meet you to discuss the wide range of taught and research opportunities at Kent.
Informal visits
Visit us online
If you are not able to attend one of these planned events, you are still welcome to join one of our regular campus tours and arrange to meet academics or support service staff.
The website has 360 campus tours of our Canterbury and Medway campuses and our YouTube channel hosts short films showing different aspects of all our locations. Follow our social media channels for regular updates of what’s happening at Kent.
We are also happy to organise individual tours of our campuses for you and your family at any time of year (advance notice is required).
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NEXT STEPS
Choose your programme
Calculate your costs – use the calculator (see p21)
Apply for your programme
Take a look at the funding options, checking the closing dates and any eligibility criteria
Apply for funding – whether a loan or scholarship, or perhaps support from your employer
Check the terms and conditions of your offer and make sure not to miss any deadlines or required documents
Track your application
Keep in touch via Kent’s many social media channels; you’ll also receive emails from your academic school and updates on your student portal (Kent Vision)
You can find details of all our programmes at: www.kent.ac.uk/pg And, there’s lots more about the postgraduate experience at Kent on our website: www.kent.ac.uk/graduate-school
University of Kent, The Registry, Canterbury, Kent CT2 7NZ T: +44 (0)1227 764000 www.kent.ac.uk This brochure was produced in February 2020. The University of Kent makes every effort to ensure that the information contained in publicity materials is fair and accurate and to provide educational services as described. However, the courses, services and other matters may be subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, and for our terms and conditions, see www.kent.ac.uk
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