Life in Canterbury: The Pokémon Go Community
If you were on campus last Sunday you might have seen several large groups of people staring into their phones. No, they weren’t ignoring each other, they were taking part in Pokémon Go’s community...
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Think about who you want to live with – This is probably one of the most important decisions you’ve made since picking Kent. Who you live with has a massive impact on your university experience Don’t...
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Tech Stack Tips You’ve just graduated and secured a place in that grad scheme or junior role that you wanted, that’s great, most of them will enrol you onto numerous courses for you to quickly grasp...
View ArticleHow to write a postgraduate personal statement
My name is Caroline, I am a current PhD student and undertook both my undergraduate and master’s degrees at the University of Kent. Naturally, having to write three personal statements throughout my...
View ArticleFour skills I’ve learnt during Postgraduate study
As a first year PhD student, who also studied their undergraduate and Master’s degree at Kent, I’ve developed a fair few skills along the way. in this blog post, I’ll be sharing four invaluable skills...
View ArticleCreate a healthy balance
As a PhD student who studies full-time and works part-time, balancing work and study as a postgraduate (PG) student can be challenging but, with effective time management and self-care strategies, you...
View ArticleConnect with others as a postgraduate student
Entering a university campus as a postgraduate student can be an exciting yet challenging experience, I know I felt this way when I started my PhD journey in 2021. While you’re eager to dive into your...
View ArticleDay in the life; a typical day as a postgraduate student
The life of a postgraduate student is a unique blend of academic pursuits, personal growth, and the challenges of balancing various responsibilities. It’s a journey filled with intellectual curiosity,...
View ArticleGet what you need from your PhD
Originally from Greece and before getting into the research world, Georgios was a Support Worker in health and social care services. PhD student Georgios I am glad that the University and my...
View Article5 Reasons to pursue a Master’s degree at Kent
Embarking on a postgraduate journey is a significant decision that often prompts students to explore new institutions and locations however, there’s a compelling case for staying on at the same...
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