Kyla Evans

What attracted you to Kent and to this particular programme?

My original plan to study law is what attracted me to the University of Kent. Kent is widely recognised as a leading university for those wishing to study law. However, after my first term, I realised law was not for me and I decided to pursue an undergraduate degree in Sociology – one of the best decisions of my life.

How were your studies? Which areas did you find particularly inspiring or interesting?

There wasn’t one particular aspect of my studies I found more or less interesting or inspiring. My entire time at Kent was stimulating. I experienced key highlights of my life, as well as some lows, and I attribute much of my personal and professional growth to my time there.

What did you think of the teaching at Kent?

I found the teaching at Kent to be of exceptional quality. It’s something you appreciate during the actual lectures and seminars and definitely something you appreciate once you have experience of another university. (After my degree at Kent, I studied at another UK university for my postgraduate degree.) The professors were reputable scholars whose hard work and knowledge of their subject was always evident.  

Was the course flexible enough to allow you to pursue your own passions?

Very much so.

How would you describe your fellow students?

Amazing, inspiring, crazy and educated professional students!

How do you think your course has changed you? What did you gain from it?

I can honestly say that I view the world, people and my society differently. I understand it more, in terms of why people/societies do what they do. I am also able to offer a unique perspective about things.

What were the facilities like at Kent?

The facilities were great. Some rooms during my time (2011-2012) could have used some renovations/revamping. Other than that they were always clean and ready to go. I gather the School is now based in a new building, which must be great for current students.

How did you enjoy your time at Kent in general? What about the social life?

Amazing! Social life was great, there are a lot of things to do at Kent and lots of nice bars and restaurants.

What careers advice did you receive at Kent?

I got a lot of help with deciding what career I wanted and structuring my CV to make it look more appealing. More specifically, it was the career aptitude test which helped me to decide on the career I have today. 

In what way has your degree helped you find work/further study?

I was accepted at three top universities in the UK to complete my Master’s degree, and I truly believe this can be attributed to Kent’s reputation for high-quality education.

What advice would you give to prospective students?

Work hard but play harder. Once your work is complete make sure you spend time socialising, meeting new people and taking advantage of all the activities and sports Kent has to offer you. I can’t explain how fast the three years went by. If I could do it all over again I would work smarter, harder and find ways to be more productive during the day/week, so that I could go out more in the evenings and at weekends! Enjoy every second of it.