Top drugs policy experts at University conference

Top drugs policy experts from around the world will gather in Canterbury on 30-31 May for a major conference hosted by the University to discuss international policy on illicit drugs. Among more than 130 researchers and policy makers will be the former Deputy Director of the US Office for ...

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Kent rises to 22nd in 2013 Guardian University Guide

The University of Kent has been ranked 22nd out of 120 higher education institutions in the Guardian University Guide 2013 (published 22 May). This confirms Kent's position as not only a top university in the southeast but one of the top universities in the UK. Kent scored particularly highly in how ...

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Artistic Solutions showcases University Fine Art

Artwork created by the University's final year BA Hons and MA Fine Art students will be showcased in their degree show Artistic Solutions at Chatham's Historic Dockyard from 28 May-2 June. It will be the first degree show held at the School of Arts' new studios and workshops following the ...

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Prestigious Higher Education Academy grant for Kent psychologist

Dr Georgina Randsley de Moura from the University of Kent has been named as one of 15 recipients of a Higher Education Academy (HEA) Doctoral Programme grant. This £55,000 award forms part of the HEA's strategy to undertake research to develop pedagogical knowledge and evidence-based practice in higher education. The ...

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Natalie Salunke and Darren Ellis to skydive for the Kent Law Campaign

As some of you may already know, Darren and I will be throwing ourselves out of a plane for charity this Saturday 26th May at Redlands Airfield. Thanks to all of those of you who have donated so far - we have set ourselves a target of £1,000 and so ...

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