International Student Guide 2011 The UK’s European university
Contents
Welcome to the University of Kent Why we chose the University of Kent… Academic excellence A global education Kent’s teaching style Our friendly community
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Student life in Canterbury Student life in Medway Student life in Brussels and Paris
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Quality accommodation Fees and living costs Funding and scholarships
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Top 10 in the UK in eight research areas
English language programmes Foundation programmes Undergraduate study Undergraduate degrees Postgraduate study Postgraduate degrees
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Welcome to the University of Kent Kent already attracts a large number of international students. So what is it that makes the University of Kent such a popular choice? In this publication, we aim to provide you with some of the answers. Obviously you’re looking for a top-quality education, so we explain why our academics are considered world-class. We also look at how our teaching style can make your studies a rewarding experience. To give you a taste of our splendid locations in Canterbury, Medway, Brussels and Paris, we provide a quick guide to what’s on offer. And, of course, who better to listen to than our own students? On pages 2-3 they tell you exactly what they love about Kent. Professor Alex Hughes Pro-Vice-Chancellor
Kent calendar
For more details
Welcome Week
International Office
19 September – 25 September 2011
Autumn term
26 September – 16 December 2011
Spring term
16 January – 6 April 2012
Summer term
7 May – 15 June 2012
Advice for students from outside the European Union Tel: +44 1227 824904 Email: international-office.kent.ac.uk
European Office
Advice for students from the European Union Tel: +44 1227 827314 Email: eurec@kent.ac.uk
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Why we chose the University of Kent…
Academic excellence
Stimulating courses
Specialist teaching
Hanna Nõmm from Estonia is studying for a BA in Sociology and Social Anthropology.
Dk Nur’Izzati Pg Omar from Brunei is studying for a BA in Employment Relations and Human Resource Management.
Ankit Vaid from India is studying for an MSc in Distributed Systems and Networks.
“Kent has high standards and if you want to challenge yourself intellectually, you can get a lot out of the experience. When I started looking at the Kent website I thought the degree looked really good. The School is diverse, so you can study anything from terrorism to mental health, and the theory always seems relevant to contemporary society.”
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“One aspect of the teaching that really impressed me was the application of theory to practice, how what is taught in the classroom can be applied to real-world situations. Also my class is made up of students from many backgrounds. Often, we are encouraged to work in groups and I find the diversity really interesting.”
“I was going through all the university courses to see if they could match what I wanted to study. Kent came the closest and for computing it was 11th in the UK. There were areas that I knew I wanted to specialise in, but I’m learning even more than I expected. My research project is in XML, the latest technology and a very powerful language.”
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Supportive staff
Global perspective
Cosmopolitan social scene
Michelle Uduji from Nigeria is studying for a BSc in Biomedical Sciences.
Martin Gaal from Canada is studying for a PhD in International Relations.
Emile Doger De Speville from Mauritius is taking the LLB in English and French Law.
“An International Officer helped me with everything, including my application for a student visa. When I got here, everyone was very helpful – people told me exactly what I had to do and where to go. Our lecturers are supportive as well. I like the fact that you can discuss your studies one-to-one. We also get careers talks to help you decide what to do next.”
“I always wanted to attend a British university, so finding one in Brussels was a winning combination. There are over 50 nationalities studying at the Kent campus in Brussels, so you get a lot of different perspectives. Also, being in Brussels means you are close to the European institutions, as well as the NGOs and organisations such as NATO.”
“I knew some people who had gone to Kent and they told me that the social life was really good. Mauritius is a small country so you’re always bumping into the same people, but at Kent the social scene is very varied and international. I’ve got friends from Kenya, Germany, Greece and Switzerland, as well as the UK.”
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Academic excellence
With high ratings from two major independent surveys, Kent has a reputation as one of the leading universities in the UK. Excellent courses Kent has some of the best courses in the country. Our courses aim to challenge you and give you the ability to take your studies to the highest level. In the last National Student Survey, we scored very highly – 90% for overall satisfaction with our courses. For individual course details, see www.kent.ac.uk/studying
World-leading research
“I decided to study at Kent because my aim is to do research and my professor is one of the greatest academics in the field.”
You are taught or supervised by academics at the top of their field. In the most recent Research Assessment Exercise (RAE), Kent was ranked 24th out of 159 institutions for worldleading research. This means that we are considered among the best research universities in the UK.
Mohammad-Reza Nasiri-Avanaki from Iran is studying for a PhD in Medical Image Computing
Over 55% of our research was rated as world-leading or internationally excellent and eight of our subject areas were rated in the top ten nationwide.
Developing research The level of research income received by Kent increased to £13.8 million in 2008 and the University also saw a rise in government capital funding, receiving £16.8 million in grants for new research and teaching facilities. As a result of this investment, facilities are continually being updated – for instance, the recent £1 million refurbishment of the biosciences laboratories. Seven new academic research centres have been launched in recent years.
Prestigious partnerships Kent has partnerships with some of the most prestigious universities in the world – including Waseda University in Japan; Hong Kong University; University of California, Berkeley; the Sorbonne; and the École Normale Supérieure in Paris.
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A global education
Kent has a great international reputation. It offers study opportunities around the world and an approach that is truly global. The UK’s European University Kent’s is known as the UK’s European University thanks to its network of connections within Europe. These links provide the foundation for a global approach to research and teaching. Kent also has its own centres in Brussels and Paris as well as many European partners.
Study in another country Kent offers you the chance to study in another country as well as the UK. We have a wide range of degrees where you can spend up to a year in one of our partner universities (see right). This time spent in another country is an integral part of the degree course for French, German, Italian and Hispanic Studies (Spain or South America). But you don’t need to be a language student to take up this option. Other courses allow you to study at universities in Finland, the Netherlands, China, Hong Kong, Japan or the United States, which provide tuition in English.
International travel Our location gives you easy access to major European cities. A Eurostar train can take you to Paris or Brussels within two hours. We are also close to the London airports and an hour by train from London St Pancras.
Cultural understanding The atmosphere at Kent is very cosmopolitan. With so many international students at Kent, any seminar discussion or social event can introduce you to an alternative viewpoint from another part of the world. This helps you to gain an understanding of other cultures and make friends from all over the world. 6
Teaching from a global perspective Globalisation has an impact on many areas of activity, from business, law and politics to cultural activities. Our courses at Kent are designed to offer the global view. This helps you to gain an international perspective that may be useful within your future career.
Centres in Brussels and Paris Brussels is known as ‘the capital of Europe’ and Kent is the only UK university with a centre in Brussels. The Brussels courses are specialist postgraduate degrees taught in English. Kent also
offers courses in Paris which means that students on a range of MA programmes can spend a term studying in the heart of the city.
International recognition A degree from Kent is likely to make a big difference to your career prospects. Employers value the added confidence that comes from spending time abroad and a British qualification is highly regarded around the world. Employers also value language skills, especially in English which is the language of international business.
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“My year in the States was fantastic. You get so much out of it. I went to the University of Maryland and worked hard, but also made the most of the experience by travelling in the holidays.” Vikki Nixon is from the UK and studying for a BA in American Studies (based in Canterbury with a year in the USA)
Working abroad Kent has good links with international businesses and Kent students who have taken a work placement outside the UK have worked for companies such as IBM, Microsoft, Intel and British Airways. Our Careers Advisory Service can advise you on international job opportunities after you graduate.
Dual awards Some of our programmes can offer dual qualifications such as the BA in Politics and International Relations (bidiplôme) offered in partnership with Sciences Po Lille. Some of
our Master’s are offered in an International Double Award format, allowing you to spend a second year at one of our partner institutions in mainland Europe and beyond, and obtain two Master’s degrees. Kent also leads the way for ‘co-tutelle’ research degrees that allow students the chance to be jointly supervised by the University of Kent and a university in another country, leading to a dual award.
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Kent’s teaching style
In the most recent National Student Survey, 88% of final year students at Kent said they were overwhelmingly satisfied with the quality of the teaching. Stimulating You certainly won’t be bored at Kent. Our courses are designed to be stimulating and build up your confidence, step by step. Teaching methods include lectures, seminars, workshops, field trips, conferences, independent study and one-to-one tutorials. We also encourage you to develop independent study skills.
Supportive At Kent we’re proud of our supportive teaching. Our academics are friendly and approachable, and students get high levels of contact time with their tutors and lecturers. Student feedback has helped us to develop well-designed and challenging courses. All of our students have a personal tutor – someone who can help if they have any problems. There is also a Student Learning Advisory Service that can provide tuition on everything from research skills to writing essays. We make sure that you get training so you can make the most of our extensive library and IT resources. If English is your second language we’ll help you develop your fluency. While you’re studying in the UK, you can have up to two hours of free English lessons a week.
Well resourced All students rely on being able to access a range of information. At Kent we make sure that this process is as easy as possible. Our library is well stocked and the most popular books are on short-term loan, which means you never have to wait too long. Our online resources are excellent, too, with a huge range of journals available. Technology is one of our priorities: we provide public computers so that when you’re on campus you’ll always have access to the Internet, the
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University network and a range of software and public printers. We use technology in our teaching via online resources and podcasts of lectures.
Professional experience Kent encourages you to gain professional experience. Many of our degrees offer a paid year in industry or a shorter work placement, which may be in the UK or overseas. You’re given support in gaining the necessary language skills and in finding the placement. We have good
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“The lecturers are very enthusiastic and approachable. They know you by name, so you feel able to talk to them. As the degree progresses, it becomes more challenging and I am now enjoying the freedom to plan my own studies.” Suzan Doerr from Germany is studying for a BA in Economics
links with leading international companies such as Sun Microsystems in the USA. Language students often take work placements as teaching assistants in countries such as Spain or France. Students also gain experience within our own award-winning clinics. These include the Kent IT Clinic, the Sports Injury Clinic and the Kent Law Clinic. There are also many volunteer roles offered via Kent Union Volunteering.
Career-focused All of our teaching helps you to gain useful skills for your future career. We focus on good communication skills as well as the ability to think independently. We also have a dedicated Careers Advisory Service that can provide expert advice on the international job market.
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Our friendly community
We have a cosmopolitan and welcoming atmosphere at Kent. Students describe the University as a friendly place, with a great social scene. Welcome Week To help you settle in when you arrive, we hold a special Welcome Week in September. This includes a greeting at the airport, a special welcome dinner (giving you the chance to meet other international students) and trips to see local tourist attractions. This week takes place before the start of the term’s lectures and seminars so you have time to relax and make friends.
“At Kent there are people of all nationalities and views and there are a lot of student societies. Don’t be afraid to get involved! You will meet great people and it’s a lot of fun.”
Academic schools host events during Welcome Week to prepare you for your studies. During this week there are also campus tours, themed evenings and sporting activities for all students. If you are arriving in January or May, we greet you at the airport and hold social events to help you settle in.
Michael Rapley from Barbados is studying for a BA in Wildlife Conservation
Social facilities At Kent there are plenty of places to have fun and meet up with friends. Our campuses offer a range of cafés, bars, restaurants and sports facilities. The Canterbury campus has its own theatre, nightclub and cinema as well. There are numerous student societies that you can get involved in. For more details on the social activities at our various locations, see pages 12-15.
Multi-faith and multicultural Kent is a multi-faith university with chaplains from the Anglican, Buddhist, Catholic, Jewish, Muslim, Methodist, Pentecostal and Quaker traditions. Kent’s student societies often celebrate a wide range of festivals such as Chinese New Year, Thanksgiving and Diwali.
Meet people from home
Mild climate
To create a supportive student network, Kent has set up email groups and a student buddying scheme, which allows you to contact other students from your home country. But the support doesn’t end there. After you graduate, it’s also possible to get in touch with Kent alumni in your own country, providing a life-long network of friends.
Our UK campuses are located in the south-east of England, which means we have one of the sunniest locations in the country. During the summer, students make the most of this by socialising in the open-air café-bars on campus. Kent also has an outdoor arts festival every year in the Canterbury grounds. Both campuses are also close to the beautiful English countryside of Kent.
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Student life in Canterbury Canterbury is a beautiful and safe city with a rich heritage and vibrant culture. It’s home to the world-famous Canterbury Cathedral which attracts millions of tourists every year. With medieval buildings alongside modern shopping and entertainment, the atmosphere in the city is always fun and friendly. Many of its residents are students as well, so you’ll meet lots of like-minded people. Campus life The Canterbury campus (shown left) is part of the city but has its own extensive grounds. This gives you the best of both worlds: vast green spaces on campus with a stunning view of the Cathedral, as well as being close to a city centre that’s only a 25-minute walk away. There’s also a frequent bus service between campus and the city centre. Campus life is ideal for international students as it provides a self-contained environment with everything in one place. The result is a sociable and memorable living experience. In your spare time, you can enjoy the campus cinema and theatre and a range of bars and restaurants. The campus is also home to banks, shops and an award-winning student nightclub.
Student societies Kent Student Union has over 100 student societies. Many are for international students, such as the Afro-Caribbean, Asian, Chinese, German, Hellenic and Japanese societies. See www.kentunion.co.uk for more details.
Location A huge bonus for students is that the city is close to London – the new high-speed train service takes less than an hour. If you want to explore
Paris or Brussels, you can catch a Eurostar train and be there in about two hours. It’s also easy to get across the Channel by ferry and get to other international locations by flying from one of the London airports.
Support The campus offers a high level of support. Staff from the International and European Offices can help with all kinds of queries. Kent Student Union provides an advice service, with guidance on immigration and visas, and has a Jobshop that can help you find part-time work. The campus also has a Student Learning Advisory Service that
provides support in study skills, and the Centre for English and World Languages provides English language tuition. All your medical needs are covered too. There’s an on-site medical centre and pharmacy where you can register with a UK doctor who provides free medical care during your stay. Kent employs its own counsellors and nurses.
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Student life in Medway Our Medway campus has won several design awards. The historic buildings were once part of a British naval base and this makes the campus a stunning location with grand buildings such as the Drill Hall Library and the Pilkington Building. Medway students enjoy a modern study environment with hi-tech facilities. For instance, there’s a recording studio for those studying music technology, a fully equipped radio and TV newsroom for our trainee journalists, and a special design studio for those taking degrees in event design.
Location The campus is close to the River Medway and the Historic Dockyard, with a popular riverside pub a short walk away. Our student accommodation is also by the river in an attractive new development. The campus is close to central London: trains from Ebbsfleet take 17 minutes and trains from Chatham take 45 minutes. If you want to explore Paris or Brussels, the Eurostar train from Ebbsfleet can be there in about two hours. Airports are easily reached by road or rail – see the inside back cover for details. The town centres of Chatham and Rochester are a short bus ride away.
Social life There is a strong sense of community on campus and students find it easy to make friends. For socialising there’s a lively bar that holds regular theme nights. The range of societies and clubs on offer include the Afro-Caribbean Society, Asian Society, Bangladeshi Society, Irish Society, Islamic Society, Sikh Society and Spanish Society. Annual events include the Summer Ball, which is held at a large local venue and features one of the UK’s celebrity DJs. See www.umsa.org.uk for more details. 14
There are several cafés and restaurants on campus. Nearby is a multi-screen cinema showing the most popular movies. The local town of Chatham provides entertainment such as live music and a comedy club.
our students. Facilities include a swimming pool and an athletics track, as well as several sports halls. Medway Park facilities are all built to high standards – the Park is to be used by several teams for training in the run-up to the 2012 Olympics.
Sport The University has a wide range of sports societies – everything from table tennis to ladies’ football. Being close to the river means that many students also take part in activities such as rowing, canoeing and sailing. For those who want to join a gym, the nearby Medway Park has a fitness suite and a spa, and offers special rates to
Support Students have easy access to support on campus. The Student Learning Advisory Centre (SLAS) can help you with study skills. The Universities at Medway Students’ Association (UMSA) can also provide advice on many aspects on life in the UK, including how to register with a local doctor.
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Student life in Brussels and Paris The University’s locations in Paris and Brussels put us at the heart of continental Europe. Brussels Brussels is a major political power centre and is often referred to as the ‘capital of Europe’. The city is home to institutions such as the European Parliament, the European Commission and NATO. This means that the city also attracts international NGOs and multinational corporations, as well as a range of diplomats, lobbyists and ‘think-tanks’. All of our courses in Brussels are related to the study of international affairs. The courses are at postgraduate level in areas such as law, politics, social policy and migration; see pages 32-35 for more details. Our academics have an impressive network of professional contacts within the city which means they are in touch with current developments. This can also be useful to students who aim to take on an internship in Brussels.
Location
The University’s centre in Brussels is a 15-minute drive from the centre of the city and there are also metro, bus and tram links. It’s easy to reach other European cities: Paris and London are about two hours by train and Brussels has a major international airport.
Social life
Brussels has a close-knit group of students from over 50 countries around the world. The University has its own academic facilities and students are able to use the libraries, bars, cafés, entertainment and sports facilities of the Vrije Universiteit Brussel and the Université Libre de Bruxelles.
Paris Paris is a leading city for European culture. It offers numerous events and attractions as well as a wealth of libraries, museums and art galleries. In
the modernist era, Paris attracted many famous writers and artists from all over the world. All of our courses in Paris are at postgraduate level (Master’s) and are related to the study of literature and the visual arts. Students divide their time between Paris and our Canterbury campus. All teaching is in English by staff from the University of Kent.
Location
Our Paris centre is located in the beautiful area of Montparnasse close to central Paris. This is the area where Picasso and Modigliani once had their
studios, and the nearby cafés were frequented by writers such as Ernest Hemingway and Gertrude Stein. It’s easy to reach other European cities from Paris: Brussels and London are about two hours by train. Paris has a major international airport.
Social life
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Quality accommodation
Our University accommodation allows you to make an easy transition to living in the UK – you don’t have to worry about finding somewhere to live and all of your basic bills, except for a TV licence, are included in the rent. Canterbury Students enjoy living on our Canterbury campus – it’s in a beautiful green location and has everything you need within easy walking distance – laundry rooms, shops, restaurants and bars, a theatre and cinema as well as a sports centre. Our campus accommodation comes in a range of styles, from college rooms to shared houses. All of our rooms have a free internet connection. International students at Canterbury are offered a single room in University accommodation for their first year of study (providing they meet the application criteria). If you study for a Foundation Programme, you are offered University accommodation for both your foundation year and the first year of your degree.
Undergraduate room
Some rooms have a shared kitchen so you can prepare your own food if you wish. Others have access to a kitchenette with a kettle, microwave and small fridge. If you stay in one of these rooms, breakfast is provided as part of the price (or you can have an allowance towards an evening meal). For other catering, all students can use the restaurants on campus that provide good-value snacks and cooked meals. Some rooms are only available during term-time (31 weeks); this means that your rent does not cover the winter and spring vacations. Others are available for a full academic year. If you are here for a short-term study programme, shorter accommodation stays are possible.
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Undergraduate shared house or apartment
You share a self-contained house or apartment with other students. Each has its own fully equipped kitchen, so you can cook your own food or eat out on campus – it’s your choice. These houses or apartments are let for the entire academic year (39 weeks), so you can stay there during the winter and spring vacations. Apartments have en-suite rooms, houses have a shared bathroom.
Postgraduate shared apartment
Medway Kent students have the chance to stay in a new development called Liberty Quays, right by the River Medway. It’s an attractive setting and only ten minutes walk from the campus. Each flat has single en-suite rooms for six to eight students, who share a fully equipped kitchen. The accommodation has its own social facilities and launderette and each room has internet access. There is also access to a general shop for food and household goods.
Postgraduate students are offered a place in Woolf College, a new development for our postgraduate community. The en-suite rooms are arranged in flats with six or eight students per flat and a large shared kitchen. The College has its own social facilities and launderette. Each room is rented for almost the entire year (51 weeks). Postgraduate students who need accommodation for a shorter period of time should contact our Accommodation Office.
International students at Medway are offered University accommodation for the first year of study (providing they meet the application criteria). Accommodation for further years of study is subject to availability.
Private accommodation
Brussels
In the second year of study, most undergraduate students rent private accommodation. Usually they share houses; 2010 prices were roughly £75 to £90 a week (excluding bills). If you prefer to live off campus in your first year of study, Kent’s Accommodation Office can help you to find private accommodation.
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If you prefer to live off campus in your first year of study, the Accommodation Office can help you to find suitable private accommodation.
Kent does not offer University accommodation in Brussels but there are many private rental options available and students usually find a place to live shortly after arrival. Studio apartments with all charges included (water, electricity, gas, tenant charges) cost around €450-550 per month. A one-bedroom apartment with all charges included is around €550-650. Students who arrange flat-shares are often able to reduce costs even further. For details, see www.kent.ac.uk/brussels/studying/arriving
Paris For those students who are spending a term in Paris, we offer advice to help you to find suitable accommodation. One option is to stay with a host family. There are also organisations in Paris to help students find short-term accommodation, as well as private accommodation agencies. For advice, please see www.kent.ac.uk/paris
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Cost (£) Occupancy period
En suite
Meal allowance
Kitchen facilities
Prices quoted are for 2010/2011 for the entire occupancy period unless otherwise stated, and include gas, electricity, insurance and water charges
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Darwin College
39 weeks
Kitchen
From £3,824 to £4,348
Eliot
31 weeks
Kitchenette
From £3,405 to £3,837
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Becket Court
31 weeks
Kitchenette
From £4,573 to £5,239
Keynes
31 weeks
Kitchenette
£4,173
Rutherford
31 weeks
Kitchenette
Specially adapted
31 weeks
Kitchenette
From £3,405 to £3,837
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Darwin Houses
39 weeks
Kitchen
£3,824
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Tyler Court
39 weeks
Kitchen
From £4,619 to £5,170
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39 weeks 39 weeks
Kitchen Kitchen
£4,873 From £3,609 to £3,955
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Kitchen
From £5,079 to £6,191
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Kitchen
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Fees and living costs Tuition fees The figures quoted on the right are the standard fees for full-time students starting in the year 2010/2011. They cover one academic year of study. For the latest details on fees for 2011/2012, see our website below. Some courses (particularly postgraduate) charge more than the standard fee – please check our website for full details. Qualifying as a student from the European Union depends on your nationality and residency.
Further information
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Other living costs Each student has different circumstances, so to help you estimate your living costs we provide an online calculator at the website below.
Further information
www.kent.ac.uk/finance-student/livingcosts.html
Paying your fees Tuition fees are charged for each year of study and are due at the start of the academic year. Students from outside the European Union may be required to pay a proportion of their tuition fees before their arrival at Kent. An instalment plan is available but if you pay the full year’s fee before 31 August, you are granted an early payment discount of 2%. See the Student Finance Guide at www.kent.ac.uk/finance Undergraduate students who pay for their entire degree (three or four years of tuition fees) by 31 August have the fees frozen at the start of the course and receive a 5% discount on the total cost. Fees can be paid by a variety of methods including online at: https://epay.kent.ac.uk/epay
Tuition fees for international students (from outside the EU) 2010/11
Junior Year Abroad: 2010/11 • • • •
Junior Year Abroad (September to June) JYA English PLUS (full-length/part-length) JYA Fall semester (three months) JYA Spring semester (five months)
£9,500 £10,900 / £7,845 £3,800 £5,700
Pre-sessional English courses: 2010
• Six weeks/12 weeks/19 weeks with accommodation • Six weeks/12 weeks/19 weeks without accommodation
Degree programmes: 2010/11
Foundation degrees Undergraduate degrees Standard non-laboratory programmes Lab-based or practical programmes Year in Industry Year studying at a partner university Postgraduate degrees Standard non-laboratory Standard lab-based practical courses Non-standard fees as follows: Actuarial Science Applied Actuarial Science Agricultural Economics Applied Environmental Economics Architecture Computer Animation Digital Visual Effects Economics suite of programmes Management suite of programmes (KBS) Management Science suite of programmes (KBS) Master of Business Administration Value Chain Management
£1,945 / £3,900/ TBA £1,365 / £2,740 / £3,750
£9,500 £10,850 £12,950 £825 £1,645 £10,850 £12,950 PDip MSc MSc MSc MA, MPhil, PhD MSc MSc MSc MSc MSc MBA MSc
£11,250 £13,500 £11,650 £11,650 £12,950 £12,950 £12,950 £11,650 £12,750 £11,000 £16,950 £12,570
Tuition fees for students from the European Union 2010/11 Foundation degrees Undergraduate degrees Postgraduate degrees Standard fees (taught/research degrees) Non-standard fees
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Funding and scholarships
All students
• Music Lesson Scholarships – cost of music or vocal lessons up to £400 • University sports scholarships – between £250 and £5,000 a year • Cricket scholarship – £2,500 a year • Rugby scholarships – £2,000 a year • Ladies’ hockey scholarship – up to £2,000 a year
The following scholarships and studentships are open to students of all nationalities.
Graduate Teaching Assistantships
The University offers a wide variety of financial support and scholarships. The figures quoted apply to the 2010/11 academic year.
Undergraduate study
University of Kent offers one of the best scholarship schemes in the UK. You can apply for a scholarship for excellence in the following areas: • University Music Scholarships – up to £5,000 a year • Music Lesson Scholarships – cost of music or vocal lessons up to £400 • University sports scholarships – between £250 and £5,000 a year • Cricket scholarship – £2,500 a year • Rugby scholarships – £2,000 a year • Ladies’ hockey scholarship – up to £2,000 a year
Postgraduate study
• Kent’s postgraduate scholarship funds are worth more than £3.5m in total. Fully funded awards cover tuition fees (at the home/EU rate) and costs of up to £13,590 per year. Partial awards also offer generous financial support in recognition of academic excellence. • All academic schools offer subject-based scholarships for postgraduate study • University of Kent at Brussels Scholarships • University of Kent at Paris Scholarships • Alumni Postgraduate Research Scholarship • Christine and Ian Bolt Scholarship • University Music Scholarships – up to £5,000 a year • European jointly supervised PhD scholarships – £4,000
Kent offers a number of Graduate Teaching Assistantships, allowing postgraduate research students to receive financial support in return for teaching.
Students from within the European Union In addition to the schemes open to all students (see left), the following are open to students from the EU. (Please note: EU status depends on nationality and residency.)
Undergraduate study
• Tuition fee loan – EU undergraduate students can apply for a UK government loan to cover the cost of tuition fees. This is paid back after graduation when a certain level of salary is reached • University scholarships for academic excellence, one scholarship from each academic school – £1,000 a year
Postgraduate study
• Ratiu Foundation scholarships for Romanian students • UK Research Council funding; tuition fees only • Various other scholarships
Students from outside the European Union In addition to the funding schemes open to all students (see left), the following are open to students from outside the EU.
Undergraduate study
The University offers a number of generous scholarships for our international students at undergraduate level. The scholarships will be
worth £5,000 per annum (for up to three years of study) towards the cost of tuition fees and are offered to nationals of any country paying international fees.
Hong Kong scholarships
These scholarships are for outstanding students from mainland China or Hong Kong. The Hong Kong Alumni Scholarships are £15,000 for the year of entry and renewable for up to a total of three years. The Jackie Chan Charitable Foundation funds a scholarship worth £15,000 for one year of study for the taught MA in Film Studies.
Postgraduate study
The University offers a number of scholarships for entry at taught Master’s level. The scholarships will be worth £5,000 (for one year of study) towards the cost of tuition fees and are offered to nationals of any country paying international fees.
Accepted loans
The University accepts and processes Canadian student loans and US Direct loans.
Further information See www.kent.ac.uk/studying/funding/ or www.kent.ac.uk/scholarships/search/ There are also scholarships for specific subjects: check your academic school website for details.
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English language programmes If your first language is not English, you need to demonstrate a good level of English language skills in order to study at degree level. If you need to improve your skills in English for Academic Purposes (EAP), then we have a number of courses to fit your needs, provided by the Centre for English and World Languages (CEWL). The courses raise your English to the standard needed for University entry and prepare you for studying at Kent. All of our courses are taught by Kent language tutors who are experts in the field of EAP.
International Foundation Programme
English Language Development Programme
Kent’s International Foundation Programme (IFP) is designed for international students and prepares you for study on a wide range of our undergraduate degree programmes.
Once you start your Kent degree, you can continue to develop your academic English skills through our English Language Development Programme (ELDP). It is provided free of charge to Kent’s international students.
The IFP provides a core module, EAP and Academic Skills, and a series of academic modules. If you pass the IFP and meet the rules of progression set by your chosen degree, you have all the qualifications that you need in order to continue your studies at degree level. As the IFP contains its own language training module, you will not need to take an additional English language examination such as IELTS or TOEFL. The programme runs from: • September to June
Pre-sessional courses in EAP If you need to raise your English language skills to the equivalent of 6.5 or 7.0 in IELTS, you can attend one of our intensive pre-sessional courses in EAP. These courses prepare you for studying in English at undergraduate or postgraduate level and help you to gain the skills required by your chosen academic school.
For more information on the full range of foundation programmes available at Kent, see page 24.
Campus accommodation can be arranged. For more details on our pre-sessional courses and how to apply, see www.kent.ac.uk/cewl
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This programme of study allows university students from all over the world to study in the UK at our Canterbury campus. The first stage is the 19-week Pre-sessional course in EAP. The second stage begins at the start of the academic year; students choose from Kent’s wide selection of academic modules. Courses run from: • May to December, with one term of academic study • May to April, with two terms of academic study
To apply
For JYA English PLUS, you need to make an application by February 2011. To complete your application, you need certificates of your academic results to date, a personal statement, and the agreement of your own university (to allow the transfer of academic credits). For more information, please contact the International Office (page 36).
Satisfactory achievement on one of these courses can be used to meet Kent’s English language entry requirements (see right) in place of other external language examinations. There are three pre-sessional courses available at our Canterbury campus: • Six weeks beginning in August • 12 weeks beginning in June • 19 weeks beginning in May The six-week and 12-week courses can also be taken at advanced level.
JYA English PLUS
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English language requirements Qualification
International Foundation programme
Undergraduate Undergraduate Postgraduate* JYA foundation (sciences)
JYA JYA JYA EAP English English English course PLUS 1 PLUS 2 PLUS 3 19 wk
IELTS
5.0 incl 5.0 R&W
5.5 incl 5.0 R&W
TOEFL paper-based
6.5 incl 6.0 R&W
EAP course 12 wk
EAP course 6 wk
6.5 incl 6.0 R&W
6.5 incl 6.0 R&W
4.0
5.0
6.0
5.0 incl 5.5 incl 6.0 incl 5.0 R&W 5.5 R&W 6.0 R&W
500 incl 530 incl 3.5 Test of 3.5 Test of Written English Written English
580 incl 4.0 Test of Written English
600 incl 580 incl 450 4.0 Test of 4.0 Test of Written English Written English
500
550
500
530
550
TOEFL internet-based
60 incl 15 R&W
70 incl 16 R&W
85 incl 19 R&W
90 incl 20 R&W
85 incl 19 R&W
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80
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70
80
TEEP
5.0 incl 5.0 R&W
5.5 incl 5.0 R&W
6.5 incl 6.0 R&W
6.5 incl 6.0 R&W
6.5 incl 6.0 R&W
Certificate of Proficiency in English
D
D
C
C
C
Cambridge Advanced Certificate in English
C
C
B
B
B
Cambridge First Certificate in English
B
B
Not accepted
Not accepted
Not accepted
IGCSE English
1st language C; 2nd language C
1st language C; 2nd language C
1st language C; 2nd language B
Not accepted
1st language C; 2nd language B
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Foundation programmes
Foundation programmes help you to gain the entry requirements to study at degree level. Students from high schools around the world may need to take a foundation programme before starting a degree in the UK. The foundation programme brings their qualifications up to the standard required for degree entry. When you apply for a foundation programme at Kent, you specify the degree of your choice. This means that you are guaranteed a place on that course, providing you pass your foundation programme.
Studying and student life At Kent our foundation programmes are taught by our own academics and this allows us to offer teaching of an exceptional quality. The courses are based at our Canterbury campus, so you have access to all of our leisure, support and study facilities. We also offer you a place in our purpose-built student accommodation.
Kent’s foundation programmes
Degree entry requirements
Kent’s foundation programmes run on our Canterbury campus from: • September to June
You only need to take a foundation programme if your qualifications are not suitable for your chosen degree. You can look up the entry requirements for your chosen degree programme at www.kent.ac.uk/studying/undergrad/subjects/
International Foundation Programme (IFP)
This programme provides a solid foundation for degrees in the Humanities, Social Sciences, and some Sciences. The IFP provides training in three academic subjects, in addition to English for Academic Purposes and Academic Skills, if required. Teaching is organised in small groups and includes seminars and tutorials, workshops, IT sessions and training in independent learning. See page 22 for further information on the IFP or visit the Centre for English and World Language’s website at www.kent.ac.uk/cewl
Pre-Master’s programmes
Kent will launch a new series of Pre-Master’s programmes in September 2011. For the latest information, see www.kent.ac.uk/cewl
The qualifications are listed as International Baccalaureate (IB) or A levels. However, you may have qualifications that are specific to your own country. For advice on whether these are suitable, please go to www.kent.ac.uk/international/country/ Feel free to contact us if you are unsure or need further advice. See page 36 for contact details.
To apply The Universities and Colleges Admissions System (UCAS) is designed to deal with undergraduate applications for UK universities. It allows you to apply for up to five UK higher education courses. For more information on the UCAS form, go to www.kent.ac.uk/schools/students/tips.html To make your UCAS application: • you can complete your own application via the UCAS online form at www.ucas.com/apply/ • another option is to visit one of our international advisors (see page 36) who can make a UCAS application on your behalf You can also apply directly to Kent: see www.kent.ac.uk/cewl for details.
“The lecturers are always available if you need them. I did a foundation year at Kent and my tutor was really supportive.” Jasmin Perera took a foundation programme in Biological Sciences and went on to Kent’s BSc in Biology
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Undergraduate study
We have approximately 400 degree courses at Kent. All of them offer exceptional teaching and an experience to remember for the rest of your life. For a list of the general subject areas we teach, see pages 28-29. It is also possible to study at degree level for one academic year or a shorter period of time (see Junior Year Abroad, right).
Teaching and assessment The first insight into a new topic is usually from a lecture given by an academic. The next step is to deepen that knowledge via seminars and workshops. Seminars are small study groups and the focus is on lively discussion. Workshops develop your skills in a laboratory or a studio. Both take place under the guidance of a tutor. You are assessed by a mixture of coursework, seminar performance, practical assignments and examinations. The marks you get in the first year of a degree do not count towards your final result.
Entry requirements To apply for a degree at Kent you need good skills in English language. Check our table on page 23 for entry requirements. You also need to meet the academic entry requirements – see course details at www.kent.ac.uk/studying/undergrad/subjects/ If your qualifications are specific to your own country, you can check whether they are suitable at www.kent.ac.uk/international/country If you are unable to meet the entry requirements, you can still gain a place on your chosen degree via one of our pre-sessional courses (page 22) or one of our foundation programmes (page 24). If you have studied at another university, you may be able to transfer your credits on to a course at Kent. You may also be able to use work experience or training as credits. Please contact us for details. 26
Useful facts Most undergraduate degrees take three years to complete. Degrees which offer a year’s study in another country or a year’s work placement take four years to complete. The degree title depends on your field of study. At Kent we offer: • Bachelor of Arts (BA) • Bachelor of Science (BSc) • Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) • Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) • Bachelor of Law (LLB).
We also offer some undergraduate degrees that take four years to complete and reach a higher level of study. These are: • Master’s in Drama (MDrama) • Master’s in Physics (MPhys) • Master’s in Pharmacy (MPharm).
How to apply for a degree The Universities and Colleges Admissions System (UCAS) is a national system. It allows you to apply for a place at up to five UK universities. Simply complete the online form at www.ucas.com/apply/ • Students from the European Union are advised to apply by 15 January 2011.
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Junior Year Abroad A Junior Year Abroad allows you to study at Kent for a year or a shorter period of time. You can study alongside Kent’s undergraduate students on a wide range of degree programmes – see pages 28-29 for the subject areas that we offer. You are also provided with student accommodation and can take part in every aspect of university life. Your time at Kent can take place from: September to June, or September to December, or January to June. You choose your subjects before you arrive. The academic credits you earn at Kent can be transferred to your degree at home. While you’re here, it’s also possible to gain a Diploma from the University by choosing specific study options. The Diploma can be used as a qualification in its own right or provide you with credits to transfer on to an undergraduate degree at Kent. It may also help you to gain entry on to a postgraduate degree at Kent.
How to apply If your university already has an agreement with the University of Kent, then please apply via your university’s own ‘study abroad’ office.
• Students from outside the European Union should aim for 15 January 2011 to guarantee consideration. However, if places are left, we may consider applications up to the 30 June 2011.
Late applications
For advice on any aspect of your application, contact the International or European Offices, or one of our overseas representatives (see page 36). If your application is successful, you will receive an offer from Kent. There are two types of offers: an ‘unconditional offer’ guarantees you a place on the course; a ‘conditional offer’ is based on certain conditions, such as examination results.
Working in the UK
UCAS ‘clearing’ takes place in July and August 2011. Kent lists all of the degrees that still have places and this can give you another chance to apply.
Some international students are able to find parttime work in the UK (please check your student visa conditions). After graduation, international students from outside the EU may be able to continue working in the UK on a post-study work scheme. For more details, see www.ukcisa.org.uk or you can email queries to advice@kent.ac.uk
If your university does not have an agreement with us, you can still apply directly to Kent. However, you need to check that your university will accept the study credits you gain at Kent. or more details, see www.kent.ac.uk/studying/short-term/
JYA English PLUS Those who do not have the skills in English language to take our Junior Year Abroad may find our JYA English PLUS programme more suitable (see page 22). This offers a period of academic study at Kent but prepares you for these studies by providing English tuition.
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Undergraduate degrees
At Kent you can choose from the wide range of subjects listed below. Some of these can be combined with another subject to form a joint honours degree. You may also have the option to study in another country or spend a year in industry. To get full details of the courses on offer at Kent, see www.kent.ac.uk/studying/ Humanities American Studies Canterbury Architecture Canterbury Art and Film Canterbury Audio Design and Production Medway Classical & Archaeological Studies Canterbury Comparative Literature Canterbury Creative Events: Design and Production Medway Design for Performance Medway Drama and Theatre Studies Canterbury English Language and Linguistics Canterbury English Literature Canterbury European Studies Canterbury Experience Design Medway Film Studies Canterbury Fine Art Medway French Canterbury German Canterbury Hispanic Studies Canterbury History Canterbury History & Philosophy of Art Canterbury Interiors Canterbury Italian Canterbury Music Technology Medway Philosophy Canterbury Religious Studies Canterbury Visual and Performed Arts Canterbury War Studies Canterbury
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Sciences Actuarial Science Applied Professional Practice Applied Professional Practice Astronomy, Space Science and Astrophysics Biochemistry Biology Biomedical Sciences Computer Science Computer Systems Engineering Computing Digital Arts
Canterbury Canterbury Medway Canterbury Canterbury Canterbury Canterbury Canterbury Canterbury Canterbury Canterbury
Electronic and Communications Engineering Forensic Sciences Information Technology Mathematics and Statistics Multimedia Technology and Design Pharmaceutical Chemistry Pharmacy Physics Primary Dental Care Web Computing
Canterbury Canterbury Medway Canterbury Canterbury Canterbury Medway Canterbury Medway Canterbury
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Social sciences Accounting and Finance Anthropology Biological Anthropology Business Administration Business Studies Conservation Criminal Justice Studies Criminology Cultural Studies Economics
Canterbury Canterbury Canterbury Canterbury Medway Canterbury Medway Canterbury Canterbury Canterbury
Employment Relations and Human Resource Management Environmental Social Science Health and Social Care Health and Social Care Practice Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities International Business Journalism Law Law Management Science
Canterbury Canterbury Canterbury Medway Canterbury Canterbury Medway Canterbury Medway Canterbury
Marketing Medical Anthropology Politics and International Relations Psychology Social Anthropology Social Policy Social Sciences Social Work Sociology Sport and Exercise Management Sports Science Sports Therapy
Canterbury Canterbury Canterbury Canterbury Canterbury Canterbury Medway Medway Canterbury Medway Medway Medway
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Postgraduate study
Our postgraduate teaching is informed by some of the best research in the world. In the most recent Research Assessment Exercise, more than eight of our subject areas were in the UK’s top ten. Kent has an excellent employability record – 96.6% of Kent’s postgraduate students who graduated in 2009 found a job or further study opportunity within six months. To apply for a postgraduate degree at Kent, you need good English language skills. Check our table on p23 for entry requirements. You also need to meet the course’s academic entry requirements – for details, refer to the course details at www.kent.ac.uk/studying/postgrad/ If you have qualifications that are specific to your own country, you can find out whether these are equivalent to our entry requirements at: www.kent.ac.uk/international/country/ If English is not your first language, you can take a pre-sessional language course before starting your studies (see page 22).
Student life At Kent you become part of a postgraduate community, both within your own school and across the entire University. Postgraduates on all campuses have access to a wide range of social, study and support facilities. • Our Graduate School aims to provide support for all our postgraduates to meet socially and flourish in an interdisciplinary atmosphere. • Woolf College on our Canterbury campus is a resource that is dedicated to the needs of Kent’s postgraduate students. It provides
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accommodation, as well as a lecture theatre, seminar room and social spaces. This provides a facility for intellectual and social gatherings. • Kent’s teaching facilities in Brussels are exclusively for the use of postgraduate students, creating a close-knit supportive environment, with students studying areas related to European and international affairs.
Taught programmes Most taught programmes last for a full calendar year. The Master’s in Architecture takes two years. You follow a structured course. The teaching is provided in seminars (small group discussions), lectures, tutorials and, for some courses, practical workshops. If you are taking a Master’s degree, you complete a dissertation or practical project. If you are taking a Postgraduate Diploma, this is not usually expected.
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Working in the UK Some international students are able to find parttime work in the UK (please check your student visa conditions). After graduation, international students (from outside the EU) may be able to continue working in the UK on a post-study work scheme. For more details, see www.ukcisa.org.uk or email your queries to advice@kent.ac.uk
Taught programmes • • • • • • • •
Graduate Diploma (GDip) Postgraduate Certificate (PCert) Postgraduate Diploma (PDip) Master of Arts (MA) Master of Business Administration (MBA) Master of Architecture (MArch) Master of Science (MSc) Master of Law (LLM)
Research programmes • • • • • •
Master of Master of Master of Master of Master of Doctor of
Arts (MA) Science (MSc) Law (LLM) Philosophy (MPhil) Research (MRes) Philosophy (PhD)
How to apply Research degrees The focus is on independent study. Every student works on a personal research project under the guidance of a supervisor – an academic who is an expert in the field. Students receive training in research methods, attend academic conferences and perform independent research using our extensive library and IT resources. We offer some ‘external candidature’ research programmes which allow you to remain in your home country while studying under the supervision of a Kent academic.
At Kent it is possible to gain a PhD in three years of study. We also offer New Route PhDs that integrate some taught modules. These provide professional skills for those who are aiming to work at a senior level in business, industry or academia. It is possible to complete this programme in four years of study.
Dual awards
You can apply using our online application form at www.kent.ac.uk/studying/postgrad/ Please ensure that you submit all of your supporting documents, such as certificates and references, when you make your application. For advice, contact the International Office, the European Office, or one of our overseas representatives. See page 36.
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Postgraduate degrees
We offer a wide range of taught and research degrees at the University of Kent’s locations in Canterbury, Medway, Brussels and Paris. For more course details, please go to www.kent.ac.uk/studying/ Humanities The following are in the Faculty of Humanities:
American Studies
Taught degrees • Transnational American Studies, Canterbury Research degrees • American Studies, Canterbury
Architecture
Taught degrees • Architecture MArch, Canterbury • Architectural Visualisation, Canterbury Research degrees • Architecture, Canterbury
Classical & Archaeological Studies
Taught degrees • Archaeology, Canterbury • Archaeology of the Transmanche, Canterbury • Hellenic and Hellenistic Near East, Canterbury Research degrees • Classical & Archaeological Studies, Canterbury
Comparative Literature
Taught degrees • Comparative Literature, Canterbury • Comparative Literature, Canterbury and Paris • Modern European Literature, Canterbury • Postcolonial Studies, Canterbury and Paris Research degrees • Comparative Literature, Canterbury
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Drama
Taught degrees • European Theatre, Canterbury • Performance Practice, Canterbury • Theatre Dramaturgy, Canterbury Research degrees • Drama, Canterbury • Practice as Research, Canterbury
English
Taught degrees • Creative Writing, Canterbury • Dickens and Victorian Culture, Canterbury • Eighteenth-Century Studies, Canterbury • English and American Literature, Canterbury • English and American Literature, Canterbury and Paris • Medieval and Early Modern Studies, Canterbury • Postcolonial Studies, Canterbury • Postcolonial Studies, Canterbury and Paris Research degrees • Creative Writing, Canterbury • English, Canterbury • Medieval and Early Modern Studies, Canterbury • Poetry: Practice as Research, Canterbury • Postcolonial Studies, Canterbury • Text and Practice, Canterbury • The Contemporary Novel: Practice as Research, Canterbury
Film Studies
Taught degrees • Film Studies, Canterbury • Film Studies, Canterbury and Paris Research degrees • Film Studies, Canterbury • Film Studies Practice by Research, Canterbury
Fine Art
Taught degrees • Fine Art, Medway
French
Taught degrees • French and Comparative Literature, Canterbury • French and Comparative Literature, Canterbury and Paris • Modern French Studies, Canterbury and Paris • Modern French Studies: Writing, Theory, and Visual Culture, Canterbury Research degrees • French, Canterbury
German
Taught degrees • Modern German and Comparative Literature, Canterbury • Modern European Literature, Canterbury Research degrees • German Literature, Canterbury
Hispanic Studies
Taught degrees • Hispanic and Comparative Literature, Canterbury • Modern Hispanic Studies, Canterbury Research degrees • Hispanic Studies, Canterbury
History
Taught degrees • Modern History, Canterbury • History of Science, Medicine, Environment and Technology, Canterbury • War, Media and Modernity, Canterbury Research degrees • History, Canterbury • Cartoons and Caricature, Canterbury • History of Science, Technology and Medicine, Canterbury
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History & Philosophy of Art
Taught degrees • History & Philosophy of Art, Canterbury • Philosophy of Art and Aesthetics, Canterbury Research degrees • History & Philosophy of Art, Canterbury
Italian
Research degrees • Italian, Canterbury
Medieval and Early Modern Studies
Taught degrees • Medieval and Early Modern Studies, Canterbury Research degrees • Medieval and Early Modern Studies, Canterbury
Philosophy
Taught degrees • Philosophy, Canterbury • Reasoning, Canterbury Research degrees • Philosophy, Canterbury
Science, Communication and Society
Taught degrees • Science, Communication and Society, Canterbury
Theology and Religious Studies
Taught degrees • Applied Theology, Canterbury • Study of Mysticism and Religious Experience, Canterbury Research degrees • Theology and Religious Studies, Canterbury
Social Sciences The following are in the Faculty of Social Sciences:
Anthropology
Taught degrees • Anthropology of Ethnicity, Nationalism and Identity, Canterbury • Environmental Anthropology, Canterbury • Ethnobotany, Canterbury • Evolution and Human Behaviour, Canterbury • Social Anthropology, Canterbury • Social Anthropology and Computing, Canterbury • Visual Anthropology, Canterbury Research degrees • Anthropology, Canterbury • Ethnobiology, Canterbury
Business
Taught degrees • Kent MBA, Canterbury or Athens • Accounting and Financial Management, Canterbury • Finance, Canterbury • Financial Services, Canterbury • International Accounting and Finance, Canterbury • International Business Management, Canterbury • International Management with Management English, Canterbury • Management, Canterbury • Management Science, Canterbury • Management Science and Logistics, Canterbury • Management Science and Operational Research, Canterbury • Marketing Management, Canterbury • Value Chain Management, Canterbury Research degrees • Accounting and Finance, Canterbury • Industrial Relations, Canterbury • Management, Canterbury • Management Science, Canterbury • Marketing, Canterbury • Operational Research and Systems, Canterbury
Conservation
Taught degrees • Conservation Biology, Canterbury • Conservation and International Wildlife Trade, Canterbury • Conservation and Rural Development, Canterbury • Conservation and Tourism, Canterbury Research degrees • Biodiversity Management, Canterbury
Criminology
Taught degrees • Criminology, Canterbury Research degrees • Criminology, Canterbury • Cultural and Global Criminology, Canterbury and another European university
Economics
Taught degrees • Agricultural Economics, Canterbury • Applied Environmental Economics, Canterbury • Economic Analysis, Canterbury • Economics, Canterbury • Economics Conversion, Canterbury • Economics and Econometrics, Canterbury • Economics and Finance, Canterbury • International Development, Brussels • International Development, Canterbury • International Finance and Economic Development, Canterbury Research degrees • Economics, Canterbury • Agri-Environmental Economics, Canterbury
Environmental Social Science
Taught degrees • Environmental Social Science, Canterbury Research degrees • Environmental Social Science, Canterbury
Journalism
Taught degrees • Multimedia Journalism, Medway Research degrees • Journalism, Medway 33
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Postgraduate degrees (cont) Law
Taught degrees • Combined Title, Canterbury • Criminal Justice, Canterbury • Environmental Law and Policy, Canterbury • European Law, Canterbury • International Commercial Law, Canterbury • International Criminal Justice, Canterbury • International Economic Law, Brussels • International Environmental Law, Canterbury • International Law with International Relations, Brussels or Canterbury • Law, Canterbury • Law (Erasmus-Europe), Canterbury and another European university • Medical Law and Ethics, Canterbury • Public International Law, Brussels or Canterbury Research degrees • International Law, Brussels • Law, Canterbury • Socio-legal Studies, Canterbury
Migration
Taught degrees • International Migration, Health and Social Care, Canterbury • Migration Studies, Brussels Research degrees • Mental Health Studies, Canterbury • Migration Studies, Canterbury
Politics and International Relations
Taught degrees • Comparative Federalism, Canterbury • European Governance, Canterbury • European Governance, (international double award), Canterbury and Grenoble or Krakow • European Public Policy, Brussels • International Conflict Analysis, Canterbury and Brussels • International Conflict Analysis (international double award), Canterbury and Marburg • International Conflict and Security, Brussels • International Development, Brussels • International Political Economy, Brussels • International Relations, Brussels • International Relations, Canterbury 34
• International Relations (international double award), Canterbury and Moscow • International Relations and European Studies, Canterbury • International Relations with International Law, Canterbury • International Security and the Politics of Terror, Canterbury • Methods of Social Research, Canterbury • Political Strategy and Communication, Brussels • Political Theory and Practices of Resistance (to be approved), Canterbury • Politics, Canterbury • Security and Terrorism, Canterbury Research degrees • International Conflict Analysis, Brussels or Canterbury • International Relations, Brussels or Canterbury • Politics and Government, Brussels or Canterbury
Professional Practice
Taught degrees • Clinical Supervision, Canterbury • Mental Health Studies, Canterbury • Primary Dental Care, Medway • Professional Practice, Medway • Psychotherapy, Canterbury • Supportive and Palliative Care, Canterbury and Medway • Surgical Practice, Canterbury Clinical and Research degrees • Doctor of Medicine, Canterbury and Medway • Master of Surgery, Canterbury and Medway • Medicine and Health Sciences, Canterbury and Medway • Psychotherapy, Canterbury • Psychotherapy Studies, Canterbury
Psychology
Taught degrees • Cognitive Psychology/Neuropsychology, Canterbury • Forensic Psychology, Canterbury • Group Processes and Intergroup Relations, Canterbury • Research Methods in Psychology, Canterbury • Social and Applied Psychology, Canterbury
Research degrees • Cognitive Psychology/Neuropsychology, Canterbury • Developmental Psychology, Canterbury • Forensic Psychology, Canterbury • Health Psychology, Canterbury • Psychology, Canterbury • Social Psychology, Canterbury
Social and Community Care
Taught degrees • Analysis and Intervention in Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Canterbury • Autism Studies, Canterbury or Distance Learning • Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Canterbury or distance learning Research degrees • Applied Psychology, Canterbury • Clinical Psychology of Learning Disability, Canterbury • Community Care, Canterbury • Learning Disability, Canterbury • Mental Health, Canterbury
Social and Public Policy
Taught degrees • Health Services Research, Canterbury • International Social Policy, Canterbury • International Social Policy and Organised Civil Society, Canterbury • Methods of Social Research, Canterbury Research degrees • Personal Social Services, Canterbury • Social Policy, Canterbury • Social Work, Canterbury
Sociology
• Methods of Social Research, Canterbury • Political Sociology, Canterbury • Sociology, Canterbury Research degrees • Sociology, Canterbury
Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation
Taught degrees • Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation, Medway
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Sciences The following degrees are offered within the Faculty of Sciences.
Actuarial Science
Taught degrees • Actuarial Science, Canterbury • Applied Actuarial Science, Canterbury • International Master’s in Actuarial Science, Canterbury Research degrees • Actuarial Science, Canterbury
Biosciences
Taught degrees • Biomedical Imaging, Canterbury • Reproductive Medicine: Science and Ethics (to be approved), Canterbury • Science, Communication and Society, Canterbury Clinical and research degrees • Biochemistry, Canterbury • Cell Biology, Canterbury • Doctor of Medicine, Canterbury • Genetics, Canterbury • Medical Image Computing, Canterbury • Microbiology, Canterbury
Computing
Taught degrees Pre-Master’s • Computer Science, Canterbury • Computing, Canterbury Taught degrees • Advanced Computer Science, Canterbury • Advanced Computer Science (Computational Intelligence), Canterbury • Advanced Programming for Multi-core Systems, Canterbury • Advanced Software Development, Canterbury • Computer Security, Canterbury • Computer Science, Canterbury • Computing and Entrepreneurship, Canterbury • IT Consultancy, Canterbury • Molecular Computing, Canterbury • Networks and Security, Canterbury Research degrees • Computer Science, Canterbury
Engineering and Digital Arts
Taught degrees • Advanced Electronic Systems Engineering, Canterbury • Architectural Visualisation, Canterbury • Broadband and Mobile Communication Networks, Canterbury • Computer Animation, Canterbury • Digital Visual Effects, Canterbury • Embedded Systems and Instrumentation, Canterbury • Information Security and Biometrics, Canterbury • Wireless Communications and Signal Processing, Canterbury Research degrees • Electronic Engineering, Canterbury • Digital Arts, Canterbury
Finance
Taught degrees • Finance, Investment and Risk, Canterbury
Mathematics
Taught degrees • Mathematics and its Applications, Canterbury • Mathematics and its Applications, Canterbury Research degrees • Applied Mathematics, Canterbury • Pure Mathematics, Canterbury
Medicine, Dental and Health Sciences
Taught degrees • Biomedical Imaging, Canterbury • Clinical Supervision, Canterbury • Mental Health Studies, Canterbury • Primary Dental Care, Medway • Professional Practice, Canterbury • Psychotherapy, Canterbury • Supportive and Palliative Care, Canterbury • Surgical Practice, Canterbury
Clinical and Research degrees • Doctor of Medicine, Canterbury • Master of Surgery, Canterbury • Medical Image Computing, Canterbury • Medicine and Health Sciences, Canterbury • Psychotherapy, Canterbury • Psychotherapy Studies, Canterbury
Pharmacy
Taught degrees • General Pharmacy Practice, Medway • Independent/ Supplementary Prescribing, Medway • Medicines Management, Medway • Pharmacotherapy and Service Development, Medway • Short Course for Pharmacists with a Special Interest, Canterbury Research degrees • Pharmacy, Medway
Physical Sciences
Taught degrees • Forensic Science, Canterbury • Physics, Canterbury Research degrees • Chemistry, Canterbury • Physics, Canterbury
Science, Communication and Society
Taught degrees • Science, Communication and Society, Canterbury
Statistics
Taught degrees • Statistics, Canterbury Research degrees • Statistics, Canterbury
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How to find out more
We’re always happy to help. You can contact us by email or telephone, meet members of staff at an overseas fair, or talk to one of our overseas representatives. We also have a video tour of Kent on our website at www.kent.ac.uk/videoaudio/ You can also visit us in the UK; it is the perfect way to see the campus and find out everything you need to know. By telephone, email International Office (for non EU students) Tel: +44 1227 824904 Email: international-office@kent.ac.uk European Office (for EU students) Tel: +44 1227 827314 Email: eurec@kent.ac.uk
Visiting the UK At Kent we offer Open Days, Visit Days, postgraduate events and individual tours. Friends and family are all welcome. For information on our Open Days, Visit Days and postgraduate events, see www.kent.ac.uk/openday
Open Days
Our Open Days are big events suitable for everyone and offering information on all our courses. These take place at the Medway and Canterbury campuses with representatives from the various academic schools. This makes it a good way to see what’s on offer. There are also guided tours so you are able to get a taste of what the campus environment is like and look at accommodation, sport, library and leisure facilities. Canterbury campus Saturday 9 October, 2010
In your own country
Medway campus Saturday 16 October, 2010 For later dates, see www.kent.ac.uk/openday
Fairs and exhibitions
Visit Days
Members of the International Office and the European Office, along with Kent academics, often visit fairs and exhibitions overseas. For details of our next visit to your country, see www.kent.ac.uk/internationalstudent/ overseas-visits.html
Overseas representatives
We have Kent overseas representatives in countries around the world. They can give you up-to-date advice on the courses at Kent, the application process, your visa (if you need to apply for one) and details about living and studying in the UK. To get contact details for your local overseas representative, see www.kent.ac.uk/internationalstudent/representation
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Visit Days are for those who have already applied to Kent (for an undergraduate degree). They give you an in-depth guide to studying your subject at Kent. You hear presentations from academic staff and have the chance to ask lots of questions. You also get lunch and a tour of the campus with one of our current students. Visit Days take place between December and April, depending on your course. See www.kent.ac.uk/openday for more information.
Postgraduate events
These events are based at our Canterbury campus and offer information on all postgraduate courses. You can meet academic and admissions staff and have the chance to find out more about the courses on offer, studying at Kent and how to apply for funding. If you’re hoping to study at Canterbury, you can take a look around the campus and see the accommodation in Woolf College. Staff will also be available to provide more details on the facilities at Medway, Brussels and Paris. The next postgraduate event is: Wednesday 1 December 2010, 5pm-7pm For later dates, see www.kent.ac.uk/openday
Individual tours
You’re welcome to visit the University independently. An individual tour with a member of staff gives you the chance to see the campus and ask questions about studying at Kent. You may also be able to meet up with an academic in a particular subject area. To book your tour, go to www.kent.ac.uk/studying/openday/informal.html – to be sure of availability, bookings need to be made in advance.
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Visiting the University You are welcome to visit the University of Kent – see below for advice on travelling from overseas. For more details and directions, see www.kent.ac.uk/maps Canterbury campus By air
London Heathrow airport is a 120-minute taxi ride. London Gatwick airport is approximately a 90-minute taxi ride.
By Eurostar train
You can take a fast train from Paris or Brussels to Ashford International in about two hours. The station is approximately a 20-minute taxi ride from the Canterbury campus.
By Channel Tunnel or ferry
The Channel Tunnel allows you to travel from Calais to Folkestone in 35 minutes. Ferries leave from Zeebrugge, Ostende, Calais and Boulogne and arrive at Dover or Folkestone.
From central London by train
Trains from London St Pancras to Canterbury West take less than an hour. Trains from London Victoria to Canterbury East take about an hour and a half. The stations in Canterbury are approximately a five-minute taxi ride or bus ride to campus.
Medway campus By air
From London Gatwick airport to campus is a 60-minute taxi ride. From London Heathrow airport to campus is approximately a 90-minute taxi ride.
By Eurostar train
A fast train from Paris or Brussels to Ebbsfleet takes about two hours. Ebbsfleet is approximately a 30-minute taxi ride from campus.
By Channel Tunnel or ferry
The Channel Tunnel allows you to travel from Calais to Folkestone in 35 minutes. Ferries leave from Zeebrugge, Ostende, Calais and Boulogne and arrive at Dover or Folkestone.
From central London by train
London Victoria or London Charing Cross trains to Chatham take 45 minutes. From Chatham station it is roughly a 10-minute taxi ride to campus. London St Pancras to Ebbsfleet takes 17 minutes, plus roughly a 30-minute taxi ride to campus.
Brussels and Paris Both centres are based in the city centre. To arrange a visit to the Brussels campus, call +32 2 641 1721 or email bsis@kent.ac.uk To arrange a visit to our Paris centre, please contact the European Office (see left).
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