Language Centre

Language Centre

We offer degrees in Modern Languages and English Language, Linguistics and World Literature. We’re all about flexibility in language learning, providing courses in many languages as well as support with English for academic purposes. 

Our subjects

Modern Languages

Modern Languages
From classroom to career, learn how to communicate and thrive in a global world.

English Language, Linguistics and World Literature

English Language, Linguistics and World Literature
Where words work wonders.

Year in a Language

Year in a Language
The Year in a Language not only equips you with linguistic proficiency but also enhances your intercultural communication skills.

Learn languages your way.

Language learning for all

Our Immersion modules are intensive, fast-paced classes that throw you straight into the language — helping you make rapid progress and hit your goals fast.    

Language Express offers free evening classes not only to staff and students, but also to education and NHS professionals across the region.    

Immersion modules
Language Express

Choose a language

Arabic

French

German

Italian

Japanese

Mandarin

Spanish

English for Academic Purposes

English for Academic Purposes

English for Academic Purposes at the Language Centre provides the support to develop your understanding of English in an academic context, navigate the cultural aspects of Higher Education in the UK, and to get the most out of your studies.

Kent English Language Test (KELT)

A completely free, university run English assessment designed to help international applicants meet their offer conditions quickly and accessibly, without the barriers of external testing.

English Language and Academic Skills workshops

Our English language and academic skills support is available to all international students. This includes free workshops you can take alongside your degree.

Pre-sessional English courses

Our pre-sessional courses prepare you for degree study in the UK. All our courses focus on developing your academic study skills and English language proficiency.

First Language Academic Tutoring

First Language Academic Tutors are available to international students to provide academic support and advice on navigating study in the UK.

Research at the Language Centre

The Language Centre is home to a dynamic research community, bringing together experts in languages, linguistics, and literature. Our work is anchored in:

Browse our PhD programmes

Contact us

Get in touch about a course, your application, or any other queries about learning languages at Kent.

Call us: +44 (0)1227 764000

Email: languagecentreadmin@kent.ac.uk

Address: 
Language Centre
Cornwallis North West
Giles Lane
University of Kent
CT2 7NF