University of Kent vs Royal Holloway, University of London

• The University of Kent has four campuses, two in the UK and two in Europe. The Canterbury campus is a self-contained campus providing a welcoming environment and a close-knit student community. Campus life revolves around six colleges, the Templeman Library, the Gulbenkian arts centre and the Mandela Building (home of Kent Union) – all set among green and tranquil open spaces. The campus is just a short 25 minute walk from Canterbury city centre. The city itself has a warm and friendly atmosphere. Explore medieval buildings, lively bars, atmospheric pubs and a wide range of shops. London is an hour away by high-speed train and we're also the closest UK city to mainland Europe, so you can be in Paris, Brussels or Lille within two hours.
• The second UK campus is Medway which was a former naval base but now reinvented as a 21st-century study space, with exceptional facilities and support. The campus is friendly and close-knit, with students from a variety of backgrounds working and socialising together. The Medway campus is close to the towns of Rochester and Chatham, with their fascinating histories, and part of the redeveloped Chatham Maritime area. Also, excellent transport links means central London is less than an hour away.
• The University of Kent also has two dedicated postgraduate centres in Europe. The Brussels School of International Studies (BSIS) is a multidisciplinary School offering master and PhD courses in politics and law, providing in-depth analysis of contemporary issues including conflict, security, development, migration, the political economy and the legal basis of a changing world order.
• Kent’s Paris School of Arts and Culture is a specialist postgraduate centre in one of the most culturally rich cities in the world. We offer advanced, flexible Master's programmes across the arts, including in architecture, history of art, film, and creative writing. All courses are taught in English and the modules capitalise on the city's vast heritage and culture.

The university's campus is located in the heart of London’s Bloomsbury, an area loaded with museums, libraries, production houses and agencies as well as shops, pubs and cafes.

More than 175 clubs and societies with academic, professional, social, and special interests are available in Kent. Try as many as you can to see if you have what it takes to become the next great baker, chess grandmaster, or performer.

• In the future, including extracurricular experiences and activities in your CV will surely impress prospective employers and aid in your job search.
• On campus, there are many eating alternatives. A variety of restaurants offer a variety of breakfast, lunch, and dinner options, including sandwiches, burgers, superfood salads, and more. Additionally, unique dietary needs can be accommodated.
• On campus at the University of Kent, there are a number of bars that provide activities like music performances, dancing, and quizzes. The Gulbenkian, K-Bar, Mungo's, and Origins Bar & Grill are all excellent spots to get a bite to eat, unwind with friends, or have a quick drink after classes.
• The student nightclub is called The Venue. All throughout the year, it offers unique nights and events where you can party till the early hours. The Kent Unions' late-night hot snack bar, Canvas, serves cuisine until three in the morning.
• In addition to providing high-quality, dependable, and contemporary technology infrastructure, the University of Kent provides high-quality, welcoming, and flexible study settings in common spaces at the Medway Campus.
• Students can get information and library materials in Medway topic areas from traditional print sources to cutting-edge electronic sources, facilitating their academic use.
• The sports center and sports Pavillion sites are the two main locations for sporting amenities.
• One of the most culturally diverse cities in the world is home to the Paris School of Arts and Culture, a specialized postgraduate institution. The fields of drama, literature, architecture, and art history all offer flexible, advanced degrees. The programs make use of the city's rich cultural legacy.

Over the 130-year history of the university, the university has created an environment where a close-knit community thrives. The university campus is one of the most beautiful in the world with numerous teaching and study spaces, bars and cafés, high-quality accommodation, and sports facilities. All this is set in 135 acres of stunning parkland. Most teaching and social activity takes place on campus and this is where most undergraduates live in their first year, with the exception of Kingswood Hall (unavailable for 2023 entry). It’s a friendly place, with a strong sense of community as new students soon become familiar faces. Founder’s Building is one of the world’s most spectacular university buildings, and home to our famous Picture Gallery containing Thomas Holloway’s fine collection of Victorian paintings and our beautiful chapel. It also houses a dining hall and library and provides a home for 500 students.The campus is just 40 minutes by train from London and seven miles from Heathrow, with many attractions, sporting and entertainment venues within easy reach.

More than 181,000 alumni from the University of Kent reside in 180 different countries. Some of these notable Kent alumni are AlanDavies- Comedian, and Actor; Gavin Esler- Journalist; Ellie Goulding- An award-winning singer and songwriter; Sir Kazuo Ishiguro OBE- Author and Nobel Prize in Literature winner; E.L. James- Author; Tom Wilkinson- Actor.

Kitty Anderson (1903–1979), former Headmistress of North London Collegiate School
Dame Catherine Ashton, Baroness Ashton of Upholland GCMG (born 1956), former High Representative of EU for Foreign Affairs & Security Policy
Greg Barker, Baron Barker of Battle (born 1966), politician
Melanie Bartley, Fellow of the British Academy, sociologist
Helen Bentwich CBE (1892–1972), philanthropist and politician