University of Kent

Next open day: Saturday 14 November

Undergraduate Open Day at Canterbury

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Canterbury

Our Canterbury campus sits in 300 acres of beautiful parkland, with plenty of space to study, relax and spend time with friends. It’s a diverse and welcoming community with places to eat and drink, shop, social spaces and our own nightclub, all on campus!

Just a short walk away, Canterbury is a lively, historic city with plenty to see and do. Explore the medieval streets and world-famous Cathedral, browse shops, or try one of the city’s many cafes, restaurants, pubs and bars. There’s also a great choice of food, form pizza and sushi to fresh seafood and plenty of vegan and vegetarian options.

There’s always something happening, from live music, comedy and theatre to galleries, museums and cinemas. The Marlowe Theatre hosts a wide range of performances, while the Gulbenkian Arts Centre on campus puts on everything from film and comedy to live events.

When you want to get out and explore, the nearby countryside and coast are easy to reach. Follow the Crab and Winkle Way to Whitstable or take the high-speed train to London in around an hour. Pairs, Brussels, Lille are also within easy reach by Eurostar.

Back on campus, Kent Students’ Union has hundreds of clubs and societies, so there’s plenty of ways to meet people and try something new. The Templeman Library provides dedicated study spaces (open 24/7) and long opening hours, while the Venue offers student nights, live music and events.

With a green campus, a great student community and a historic city on your doorstep, Canterbury gives you plenty to explore both on and off campus.