Global Engagement at University of Kent

Kent students at Global Hangout event

Global Engagement

Kent's international links allow staff and students to enhance their experience through contact with different countries, cultures and experiences.

The University of Kent has long-standing partnerships and collaborative links covering teaching or research with a large number of prestigious Higher Education Institutions across the globe. Visits to partners provide opportunities to exchange ideas and good practice and gain insights into the HE/business culture in other countries.

Many students studying at Kent undertake international placements or other academic activities throughout the EU, Africa, Asia, the Middle East and both North and South America. There are also a number of projects providing on-campus and digital activities for students to engage with internationalisation.

Global Impact

The University of Kent's strong global impact is based on our external networks, partnerships with leading universities in Europe and around the world, and our staff, students and alumni. Our key strengths stem from the activities listed below:

  • Strategic international relationships
  • Partnerships and exchanges with over 350 universities around the world
  • International networks
  • Engagement with international funding programmes 
  • Academic programmes with student placements
  • International double awards
  • Internationalisation and research
  • International student experience
  • Internationalisation at Home activities   
  • Internationalisation of the Curriculum
  • Scholarships for top international students
  • International alumni groups and networks
  • Staff from around the world
  • European centres
  • European Commission award 

Quotation

Hear from our students

Kent students talk about 'Going Abroad' as part of their studies at Kent.

Visit our go abroad page for more testimonials of Kent students experiences studying or working abroad.

Quotation

Thank you for this opportunity to meet people who I otherwise wouldn’t have and to enjoy lots of lovely food! I have been studying for days for an exam and this evening was exactly what I needed. The staff were great and the music was very relaxing

Global Hangouts are free global networking events arranged throughout the academic year. With a fun and relaxed atmosphere, each hangout includes interactive activities, refreshments, music and entertainment. Tickets are free and open to ALL students.

Kent Global Events

CULTURAL EVENTS FUND

Funding to support student-led national or cultural events and celebrations