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University of Kent

Location

Canterbury campus, Canterbury United Kingdom

Ranking

# =397QS World University Rankings

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336Undergrad & Postgrad Programmes

International

17 % International students

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About University of Kent

University of Kent is one of the UK’s leading academic institutions with a commitment to excellence in teaching and research that has spanned five decades. The university’s contribution to knowledge reaches across the globe and its research has been acknowledged as world leading. The University of Kent has two campuses and a centre for part-time study in the picturesque South East of England and specialist postgraduate centres in Brussels and Paris. The university’s partnerships within Europe, including the highest-ranking institutions from several countries, provide the foundation for the university’s global approach to research and teaching. Postgraduate students have the support of the Graduate School and access to specialised support within academic schools. As well as the provision of specialist residential and academic facilities. University of Kent has some of the best academic staff in the country. The academic staff work in schools where research is internationally or nationally recognised and with an excellent record of research success and innovation. The research activities and collaborations with outside organisations create knowledge that is highly influential in many areas.

About University of Kent

University of Kent is one of the UK’s leading academic institutions with a commitment to excellence in teaching and research that has spanned five decades. The university’s contribution to knowledge reaches across the globe and its research has been acknowledged as world leading. The University of Kent has two campuses and a centre for part-time study in the picturesque South East of England and specialist postgraduate centres in Brussels and Paris. The university’s partnerships within Europe, including the highest-ranking institutions from several countries, provide the foundation for the university’s global approach to research and teaching. Postgraduate students have the support of the Graduate School and access to specialised support within academic schools. As well as the provision of specialist residential and academic facilities. University of Kent has some of the best academic staff in the country. The academic staff work in schools where research is internationally or nationally recognised and with an excellent record of research success and innovation. The research activities and collaborations with outside organisations create knowledge that is highly influential in many areas.

Available programmes

University information

General

2.7+
5.5+
72+
176+
62+
34+
1290+
87+
27+

Bachelor

87+
5.5+
72+
3.2+
1290+
34+
27+

Master

6+
2.7+
85+

15,860
86%
14%
2,720
54%
46%
960
61%
39%

Cost of Living

Accommodation
$7,460
Food
$2,800
Transport
$1,010
Utilities
$3,760

Tuition fees

Overall Tuition Fees
Domestic
9,250 GBP
International
19,300 GBP

Scholarships

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Rankings & Ratings

University of Kent is one of the top Public universities in Canterbury, United Kingdom. It is ranked #=397 in QS World University Rankings 2026.

QS World University Rankings

  • 2015
    #451-460
  • 2016
    #360
  • 2017
    #=366
  • 2018
    #=373
  • 2019
    #=355
  • 2020
    #368
  • 2021
    #380
  • 2022
    #=383
  • 2023
    #=375
  • 2024
    #=336
  • 2025
    #=380
  • 2026
    #=397

QS World University Rankings

  • 2015
    #451-460
  • 2016
    #360
  • 2017
    #=366
  • 2018
    #=373
  • 2019
    #=355
  • 2020
    #368
  • 2021
    #380
  • 2022
    #=383
  • 2023
    #=375
  • 2024
    #=336
  • 2025
    #=380
  • 2026
    #=397

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Frequently Asked Questions

Our Students Learning Advisory Service offers help with study, writing and research skills and our wellbeing team are on hand if you need emotional or mental health support or have a disability. The Graduate and Researcher College ensures you have access to the resources and additional training to support your research and employability. Kent have also teamed up with the Student Union to support all students to manage thecost of living.

At Kent we have a multimillion-pound postgraduate scholarship fund. To support you during your studies, our generous scholarship fund includes awards for musical and sporting excellence and exclusive scholarships for international students.  Explore our Scholarships.

 

Our Research Council doctoral training partnerships give you access to a range of funding and research networks. Check out our bursaries and scholarships and see if you’re eligible.

Take a look at upcoming Open Events, meet us in person at our campuses or online at our live virtual event. Chat to our incredible staff and students, find out more and shape your future with Kent.

We work with a network of agents across the globe who can provide support with your application or visa application. For their contact details, click on your country page, and then 'Find an agent.' For application queries you can also email our friendly international team, [email protected]
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