The A paper size system was formally adopted in Europe in the 19th century and has since spread around the world. It is now used in nearly every country apart from the USA and Canada. A4 is the most common standard business letter size used in English speaking countries.

Paper size (Width x Height (mm)

• A0 = 841mm X 1189mm
• A1 = 594mm X 841mm
• A2 = 420mm X 594mm
• A3 = 297mm X 420mm
• A4 = 210mm X 297mm
• A5 = 148.5mm X 210mm
• A6 = 105mm X 148.5mm

 

Download our guide to paper sizes

Download our guide for setting up artwork and exporting PDFs

Download templates

• Word (Posters, leaflets, business card, pop-up banner)
• PowerPoint (Posters, leaflets, business card, pop-up banner)
• InDesign (Posters, leaflets, business card, pop-up banner)
• Photoshop (Poster)
  

Thesis/dissertations, posters, booklet, fliers, pop-up banners etc…
We require all files to be submitted in PDF format. We will print your PDF as it is supplied, we are unable to amend or tweak.

Merchandise, hoodies, t-shirts etc
If you are sending in a file containing a logo or design to be printed on merchandise, it can be sent in as either PDF or Picture file format (ie – jpeg, PSD, tiff). If you are sending text which you would like to be printed on merchandise, we require this as a Microsoft Word file.

We also have an order form with layout options for you to select but, if you want something more specific, we would suggest you come into the Design and Print Centre to discuss it with one of the print team.

We can print and bind your thesis or dissertation or just bind your work if you have already printed it. We offer the option of soft-binding your work (with a thermal or wiro finish) or we can case bind (hard bind) it in a choice of colours (navy blue, black, or burgundy).

Please refer to Thesis, essay printing and binding or contact us at designandprintcentre@kent.ac.uk for further details about our printing/binding service and how much it costs. 

We can laminate or encapsulate your documents. Please contact us at designandprintcentre@kent.ac.uk for more information about which particular service you require and how much it costs.

If you are a student and require a replacement KentOne ID card, you will need to visit the KentOne Reception which is located in the Registry. If you are an external customer, we can supply and print name badges for use with lanyards. Please contact us at designandprintcentre@kent.ac.uk for more information.

Usually, the minimum order is 100, although we can print as many as you require. They can also be printed either single or double-sided. We print on the standard business card size which is 85mm x 55mm. We recommend 300gsm uncoated card for business card stock, as it is our most popular.

Unfortunately, due to the Data Protection Act 2018 we are unable to store your file. If you do require more printed copies, we will ask you to re-send your file.

Under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 you will be able to return your item within 30 days if it is faulty. Unfortunately, we cannot give a refund if you decide you no longer want the item or have purchased the wrong size. We have samples in our shop if you are unsure of what size to order.

Yes. We use paper from sustainable sources. We also recycle all of our waste paper and by-products.

 

If you are a student or an external customer, payment is to be made at the point of order and can be done either in the Design and Print Centre shop with a card or if you are ordering by email, payment can be made through the online store. A payment link will be sent to you for you to do this. Please be aware that we do not accept cash payments.

If you are a member of staff ordering work for your School/Department, please provide a cost code (approved by the School Administrator) and an order number (if your School uses them).

Monday to Friday 9am – 4.00pm

Closed weekends, bank holidays and winter vacation.

 

If you are a student who doesn’t live near campus or are an international student, you can place your order via email. A payment link will be sent at the point of order. Once payment has been received, we will print and bind your order and deliver free of charge on campus.

 

Yes, Schools who place orders with us can have their printing delivered free of charge to anywhere on campus.

 

We deliver to both Medway campuses free of charge. Our van delivers to Medway every weekday morning.

 

Yes, we can send it to you through the post via our post room. Payment for your printing will be taken at point of order and, once completed, we will take it to be weighed. A price for delivery, whether it’s in the UK or abroad, will be sent to you along with a payment link for you to make payment. We will send you prices for First Class, Second Class, Signed, etc delivery, so you can choose your option. Once payment has been received, we will post your order.

This also applies to:

• Branded items (Hoodies, mugs etc)
• Members of the public who would like to use our services

 

Contact design_studio@kent.ac.uk for help and direction.

 

The logo along with the University’s Brand Guides can be downloaded here.