Navigating UK Study - Kent Business School Students

KBS Bursary - Navigating UK Study
Free spaces for the first 100


KBS Bursary Students Only: Unlock your academic potential with Navigating UK Study

Free spaces for the first 100 sign ups  

Please note this page is for KBS Bursary Students only. For all other students, please visit the main Navigating UK Study webpage.

Designed to empower international students in the UK, this course helps you settle in by equipping you with the essential skills and knowledge to succeed in your core studies and get ahead on settling in the UK, using the theme of Cultural Intelligence (CQ).

Navigating UK Study runs the week before our main arrivals weekend, giving you the opportunity to settle in, with practical tips on living and studying at Kent.

You'll meet other international students, explore our facilities and have time to adapt to your new home. Pick up helpful tips on transport in Canterbury and Kent, on which shops will stock what you need, and on where to visit for a great day out.

To make setting in simple, we've included a welcome meal and breakfast and £50 catering credit to spend on campus.

Application deadline: Extended to Monday 08 September 2025.

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With help from our International Student Advisory Board, we've included many of the items students want to know in their first few days at Kent.

Immerse yourself in our vibrant student life

Experience UK student life with visits to Canterbury city, its UNESCO World Heritage Cathedral and a historic boat tour, and the beautiful Leeds Castle.

Discover the nuances of academic settings  

Conquer the challenges of coursework and presentations, exploring academic voice and style. Navigate the complexities of source selection, good academic practice and referencing to ensure your work meets the highest standards.  

Embrace cultural diversity  

Through the theme of intercultural communication and Cultural Intelligence (CQ), foster cross-cultural understanding and resilience, while cultivating your reflective practice and unlocking personal growth and adaptability.

Timetable

Main sessions will run 10am - 12.30pm and 1.30pm - 4pm, both with a break.  

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Sunday 21 September

Welcome dinner

Join the other course participants and current Kent students for a welcome dinner.

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Monday 22 September

Introductions

  • Starting with a campus tour and induction, you'll register and get your student card so you're ready to go for the year.
  • In the afternoon we'll explore UK student life and student experience at Kent.
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Tuesday 23 September

Academic settings and Canterbury visit

  • You'll spend the morning focusing on academic settings, looking at coursework types and how to tackle each one. 
  • Then you'll be visiting Canterbury city centre, its UNESCO World Heritage Cathedral and go on a historic boat ride (weather permitting).
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Wednesday 24 September

Cultural Intelligence (CQ)

CQ is your capability to relate and work effectively in culturally diverse settings. Discover how to use and improve your CQ drive and knowledge, then focus on CQ strategy and action to prepare for the term ahead. Find more about CQ at the CQ Centre.

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Thursday 25 September

Source use and spoken assessment

  • Based in our Library, learn how and where to find the best sources for your academic work, and how to use them in your work.
  • You'll spend the afternoon exploring the different spoken assessments used at Kent, focusing on seminars and presentations.
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Friday 26 September

Reflecting on student life

  • You'll return to student life at Kent, revisiting coursework types and looking more closely at good academic practice.
  • In the afternoon, you'll reflect on your own progress, your goals for the term and explore how best to use feedback on your modules.
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Friday 03 October

Intercultural communication and Welcome Fair

  • You'll share your experiences so far in a session on culture shock and tools for intercultural communication. 
  • You'll then join the Kent Students' Union welcome fair to discover all the societies you can join to make the most of your time at Kent.
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Saturday 04 October

Leeds Castle

Cameras at the ready! You'll be visiting Leeds Castle in Kent, often called "the loveliest castle in the world".

See leeds-castle.com for information about the castle.

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Navigating UK Study

Signing up will give you access to all tuition, entrance fees and travel for the visits to Canterbury Cathedral and Leeds Castle, a Canterbury boat tour, and a welcome dinner on Sun 21 Sep, breakfast on Mon 22 Sep, and £50 catering credit on your student card for the rest of your meals.

Application deadline: Extended to Monday 08 September 2025.

For accommodation, see the accommodation section below for details.

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Accommodation

Once we have confirmed your place on the course you will have the option to add accommodation. This will be on campus, with other 'Navigating UK Study' students.

Check-in is on Sunday 21 September for four nights. You will then move to your term-time student accommodation on Thursday 25 September.

There are two options for accommodation: standard (shared bathroom) at £26 per night (total £104) or en-suite at £37 per night (total £148).   

As you will move to your term-time accommodation for the nights of Thursday 25 and Friday 26 September, these will be added to your term-time accommodation charges via our accommodation office.


Terms & Conditions

You will find our Terms and Conditions here.