Tackling urgent global challenges for a healthier, more sustainable and socially just world.
We're bridging gaps in knowledge, funding and skills to pump life into research and innovation opportunities which inspire our students and connect our community to the challenges that matter.
Our collaborations with industry, government and the third sector are driving innovation and entrepreneurship, shaping public discourse and influencing policy and practice.
Our research goes beyond our boundaries, creating opportunities for knowledge exchange between businesses, policy makers, healthcare providers, coastal and rural communities, and more. Together, we're inspiring change.
In the Research Excellence Framework 2021, Kent was confirmed as a leading research university, with the majority of our REF submissions rated as world-leading or internationally excellent.
We also rose by 11 places to 38 in the Times Higher Education’s ranking for overall quality in the REF.
From Doctoral Training Partnerships to our friendly and supportive Graduate and Researcher College, there are so many ways we can help you find your place amongst our world-leading researchers.
We're connecting with communities, policymakers, healthcare practitioners, not-for-profits and other groups to share our knowledge, co-create and fund the projects that matter.
Whether you're a local SME or international corporation, our researchers can work with you to bring specialist expertise, skills, funding and cutting-edge technology to your business.
As a member of Eastern Arc, we're part of the EARC Technicians' Network and have pledged to support your visibility, recognition, career development, sustainability and impact.
Our specialist teams can support you to navigate the research lifecycle, maximise the impact of your research and excel in your academic career.
