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As soon as you start at Kent you'll become part of our large, diverse student community where there's always something going on and someone nearby to talk to.
You don't need us to tell you that the year ahead is going to feature some of the most exciting times of your lives. It'll be full of firsts and new experiences, and we're here to ensure you can make the most of your time on campus and enjoy every minute you spend living in our accommodation.
Not sure what's right for you? Read our advice to get you started.
Learn more about how to apply online using our MyAccommodation Portal.
Visit our timelines to find out when you should apply by and when you'll hear from us.
Our FAQs page answers the most common questions asked by new and current students.
Starting in January 2024? We're proud to be able to offer many of our students studying at Canterbury or Medway a guaranteed offer of accommodation at one of our campuses when applying before 8 December 2023. This includes all postgraduate and University of Kent International College (UK IC) students.
Check if you're eligible and sort out your accommodation hassle-free.
We're here with you every step of the way to make sure you have a happy and safe time living on campus and are always looking to improve the facilities and services available to you.
If you can't visit us on one of our open or applicant days then the next best thing is to explore our campus using our 360° virtual tours to take a look at all our accommodation and facilities that are available to you.
Not long until the winter vacation! If you are intending to stay on campus over the winter break and need to book accommodation, make sure you book by Thursday 16 December. All info can be found at on…
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If you have any spare food or hygiene products that you no longer need or don't fancy taking home in the holidays, don't throw them away! Donate your unwanted goods to Kent Union's Campus Pantry, prov…
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The winter vacation is fast approaching! If you live in Becket, Eliot, Rutherford or Keynes College and need somewhere to stay over the festive break, book your stay on campus online, it's easy! https…
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Campus residential teams joined together last week for the second instalment of the ResLife Cup. Teams took to the volleyball court in an epic smackdown tournament, which saw teams play seven 4-minute…
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Ordering online this #blackfriday? Remember that there are secure Amazon lockers near Keynes, Darwin and Parkwood. Please remember to address your parcels correctly as this will speed up delivery. Che…
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Welcome to The University of Kent, come and enjoy our open day, talk to our students and ask them any questions you need answered. Have a tour around our accommodation and then join us for a talk to h…
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Thank you to everyone who filled in our Accommodation Arrivals Survey earlier this year. We're still busy working our way through all your responses, but for now extra congratulations are due to Tomas…
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