Module Convenors and Seminar Leaders
Each module has a convenor who has overall responsibility for the module. They should be your first point of contact for queries related to the material covered in lectures, module organisation and feedback. This can be done during consultation hours or through emailing to arrange an appointment.
Consultation hours (or office hours) are the time Lecturers and Seminar Leaders set aside to respond to your questions and provide you with further academic support.
Sometimes they are timetabled as drop ins for specific modules. It is usually best to email first for an appointment if you wish to consult staff individually.
Revision and exams
If you have an end of year exam, the Student Learning Advisory Service (SLAS) provide one to one appointments, exam support workshops and exam room experience sessions to support you with revision planning, revision strategies and exam techniques. There is also a range of 'SkillBuilder' recorded videos which cover a similar range of skills as the workshops for you to view in your own time.
Assignments and dissertation
If you have a large assignment or dissertation to complete, your Liaison Librarian can book you an online appointment or you can access the Library Research Skills Moodle page for guidance on finding research material and managing references.
The Student Learning Advisory Service (SLAS) provide appointments, in-person workshops and SkillsBuilder videos to support you with developing your enquiry/argument, as well as planning and writing up your assignment or dissertation.
Academic Advisers
Did you know you can book an online appointment with your Academic Adviser? Academic Advisers can meet with you one on one, providing advice and guidance to support your studies. If you don't know who your Academic Adviser is, you can find out by logging onto Kent Vision. Academic Advisers can help you navigate your final year of study, as well as referring you to other avenues of support across the University.
One of the best resources you can use when discussing your studies with your Academic Adviser is your Progress Profile report. This report is updated daily and shows your entire degree journey, mapping your attainment against attendance and provides detail down to assignment level. Your Progress Profile will allow you to quickly identify areas of strength and those that may require additional focus or guidance from your Academic Adviser. Even if you’re not meeting your Adviser, your report is still an excellent resource to refer to throughout your undergraduate time at Kent.
If you get worried about staying on track, remember there is lots of support available. Your Academic Adviser and Divisional Support Team can discuss planning your workload effectively. They can also tell you about extensions and concession procedures.
Library support
Find out more about how we in the Templeman Library can support you.
You can get 1-2-1 help from your subject librarian on your final assignments, dissertation research and referencing.
Have a look at our Careers and Employability reading lists to find books to help you with career choices and preparing for applications and interviews. There are some great spaces to study in the Templeman and Drill Hall Libraries, whether you prefer silent or more relaxed working.
Academic Reps / Student Reps
Every course has a Rep who gets elected each year by students, for students. Your Academic or Student Rep is the link between you and your academic school. They can help address issues you might be having and ensure you get the support you need.
