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Medway

Medway is a friendly and close-knit community, with students from a variety of backgrounds working and socialising together. There are great transport links to South-East and Central London, including high-speed rail services, so whether you are planning to live in university accommodation at Pier Quays or commute from home, the campus is very accessible. There’s also free shuttle bus service which runs between the Canterbury and Medway campuses.

As a Kent student at Medway, you become a member of The Hub where you can take part in events, sports and socials. It’s also home to the Students’ Union bar, The Deep End. Here you can often enjoy live music, DJs, comedy nights and take part in quizzes. It also offers a fantastic selection of delicious food for you to enjoy once lecturers are finished.

There’s plenty to do locally, including shopping at the Dockside retail outlet or in the many independent shops of Rochester or Chatham. When you’re ready for a break from the cobbled streets and historic architecture, there are plenty of bars and riverside restaurants for you to visit as well as a ski slope and ice rink.

The Central Theatre in Chatham offers a full programme of music, theatre and comedy, while the Brook Theatre acts as a cultural hub for the area, offering dance and theatre classes and arts workshops. And if you love films, cinemas in Chatham and Rochester offer reduced tickets for students.