Kent's international links allow staff and students to enhance their experience through contact with different countries, cultures and experiences.
An education at Kent involves study in an international community from all over the world
Kent has world-leading research in all subjects and 97% is deemed to be of international quality
Ensuring the needs and voices of our International students are heard
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.
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:
Visit our go abroad page for more testimonials of Kent students experiences studying or working abroad.
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
The Global Officers' Leadership Development (GOLD) programme provides opportunity for undergraduate students to develop their leadership skills, Global Citizenship and cultural awareness.
Each year the Director and Dean for Global and Lifelong Learning, Dr Anthony Manning, offers undergraduate students the opportunity to apply to take part in a specially designed leadership development programme and become a student Global Officer at Kent.
At the University of Kent, we hope all students will engage with internationalisation opportunities on campus and pursue the mind-set that we can all be Global Citizens. The GOLD Programme is an opportunity to enhance that citizenship. As a co-curricular venture, it provides a framework of activities for globally-minded undergraduate student to develop their leadership skills, Global Citizenship and cultural awareness. Students on the Programme will work with the Dean and other colleagues across the University to support and advise on the range of internationalisation projects, activities and event.
As well as completing it as a co-curricular activity, the GOLD programme can also be taken as a credit-bearing 'wild' module (GOLD 5000). Speak to your academic school to find out if your programme permits this.
Representing a range of culture, academic discipline and personal interests, we are delighted to showcase our current cohort of Global Officers
We are currently recruiting for Global Officers for 2023/24. Find out more here.
Applications are open until 9am on 11 October 2023.
Hosted on campus, Global Hangouts are open to Kent students from all campuses to attend throughout the year. Sign-up to our mailing list here to receive updates on Global Hangout events!
The Medway World Cafe is open to ALL students at the Medway Campus. This is a great place to relax away from your study, meet and make friends, play games and enjoy free tea/coffee and cake.
Where: Student Centre circulation area, Blake building on Wednesdays (12-2pm)
A place of community and belonging. A social, fun, interactive discussion night. The perfect opportunity to make new friends, improve your English language, learn about British culture, and enhance your cross-cultural understanding.
Where: Oasis Lounge, Rochester Building, Medway campus, on Thursday evenings, 7.30-9.30pm
No need to sign up, just turn up!
Read what students have said about TABLEtalk
TABLEtalk has been running since 2004 and in that time we have welcomed students from over 80 different nationalities.
Funding to support student-led national or cultural events and celebrations
Co-funded by Global and Lifelong Learning and Student Services, the Worldfest Bitesize Fund has been established to enable University of Kent students to apply for a financial award of up to £250 to help run a multicultural event.
Examples of past events and celebrations we have supported include Diwali, Chinese New Year, Thanksgiving, Kent African Summit, Newroz, Holi, African Evening Gala, Discover Islam, Japanese Cultural Festival, Asian Fusion and a Thai Festival.
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis but must be submitted at least four weeks prior to the date of the event.
Any questions about the fund please contact us
