Tomorrow's world is your world. Kent's here to give your career a head start.
Every year, Kent students and graduates achieve amazing things. They make a global impact working for international organisations. Launch businesses and social enterprises. Make their mark in media, music and sport. Here are some of their stories.
I used my Employability Points to apply for a mini pupillage at a local chambers.
I shadowed members of the chamber in court and networked to make some valuable contacts. Without the knowledge of the Careers and Employability team, I might not have applied. They checked my application and gave me a practice interview too. They really helped me to get my foot in the door."
Alexander Murray, Law with a Year in Industry LLB (Hons)
Reaching your potential at Kent goes beyond getting a great degree. We offer an array of opportunities to develop your skills and confidence, setting you up for success.
Sami shone during his internship at Reflect Digital and has now been offered a job as a PPC Analyst.
Hannah and Jireh are part of the Global Officers Leadership Development (GOLD) programme.
From Poker Society President to Peace Ambassador, Lewis is reporting at the World Series of Poker.
Bella has been working with the Sustainability Team on a wide range of projects.
The Kent alumni community is a network of more than 180,000 former students. Here are some of their stories.
Comparative Literature BA
I met people from all over the world and developed my proficiency in Spanish which I knew would prove useful for my future career.
Psychology BSc
Something made me choose Kent and it turned out brilliantly for me. I had such a great time and loved my course.
English & American Literature and Philosophy
The academic staff at Kent are excellent. Enjoy the experience - try everything that Kent has to offer.
English and American Literature
I wouldn't be the person I am today, or have my career, without Kent.
Biomedical Science
I am now undertaking a PhD in Cancer Immunology at the University of Southampton, and it was all made possible by the skills I acquired at Kent.
Law
There was a lot of careers support from the School, which had its own dedicated staff.
At Kent, building your career is not about waiting for graduation, it’s about what you can do right now. Amazing things lie ahead of you. We're here to help you achieve them.
Gain work experience alongside your degree and get insights into the real world.
Experience a new culture, grow in self-confidence, develop your language skills.
Short-term courses and workshops to enhance your graduate employability.
Get rewards for your engagement with co-curricular activities with experiences of work.
Kent offered all the things that mattered to me in one place and opened up the world.
Kami Asamani, Politics and International Relations BA
