Rankings of University of Kent

The University of Kent is a publicly funded research university located in Kent, England. The university’s main campus is situated north of Canterbury, while its other campuses are found in Medway and Tonbridge in Kent. Additionally, the university operates postgraduate centres in Brussels, Athens, Rome and Paris.

Latest ranking updates for University of Kent
  • March 2025: New edition of QS World University Rankings By Subject (Business & Management Studies). University of Kent ranked #301.
  • March 2025: Scimago Institutions Rankings update. University of Kent achieves place 545.
  • January 2025: University of Kent ranks 251 in the latest THE World University Rankings by Subject (Business and Economics) from THE Times Higher Education, UK.
  • December 2024: Publication of QS World University Rankings: Sustainability . Ranking position #389.
#33
University Guru Meta Ranking
of University of Kent
among 379 universities in England UK
based on 29 different rankings

University rankings

Historic rankings in TOP global university rankings

Chart Data

Subject rankings

Agriculture

    • #33 
    • #592 
    Agriculture
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]

Architecture, Building & Planning

    • #29 
    • #38 
    Architecture
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]

Arts Visual & Performing

    • #26 
    • #32 
    Music
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #24 
    • #101 
    Performing Arts
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 12 March, 2025]

Business

    • #22 
    • #95 
    Business
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #15 
    • #19 
    Business and Management
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #33 
    • #40 
    Marketing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]

Computer Science

    • #35 
    • #401 
    Computer Science
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 17 January, 2025]

Education

    • #32 
    • #351 
    Education
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 12 March, 2025]
    • #35 
    • #367 
    Education
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]

Engineering

    • #38 
    • #49 
    Electrical And Electronic Engineering
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #42 
    • #55 
    Electrical And Electronic Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #35 
    • #856 
    Engineering
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #48 
    • #63 
    Mechanical Engineering
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]

Languages & Literature

    • #51 
    • #59 
    English
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #21 
    • #27 
    French
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #28 
    • #39 
    French
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #16 
    • #20 
    German
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #14 
    • #17 
    Italian
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #17 
    • #21 
    Linguistics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]

Law

    • #26 
    • #36 
    Law
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #15 
    • #101 
    Law
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 17 January, 2025]
    • #18 
    • #151 
    Law
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 11 November, 2024]
    • #24 
    • #251 
    Law
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 12 March, 2025]

Mathematics

    • #28 
    • #601 
    Mathematical Sciences
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #16 
    • #21 
    Mathematics
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #23 
    • #34 
    Mathematics
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #24 
    • #35 
    Mathematics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #30 
    • #501 
    Mathematics
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 12 March, 2025]

Medicine & Health

    • #39 
    • #601 
    Medicine
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 12 March, 2025]

Natural Sciences

    • #29 
    • #38 
    Biology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #21 
    • #27 
    Chemistry
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #32 
    • #40 
    Chemistry
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #35 
    • #44 
    Chemistry
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #24 
    • #741 
    Chemistry
    Nature Index - Top Academic Institutions by Subject
    [Published 15 June, 2024]
    • #32 
    • #451 
    Environmental Sciences
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 12 March, 2025]
    • #31 
    • #638 
    Environmental Sciences
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #31 
    • #40 
    Physics
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #35 
    • #47 
    Physics and Astronomy
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]

Social Studies & Humanities

    • #15 
    • #18 
    Anthropology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #7 
    • #43 
    Anthropology
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #13 
    • #17 
    Archaeology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #15 
    • #18 
    Classics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #30 
    • #42 
    Economics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #33 
    • #42 
    Economics
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #38 
    • #49 
    Economics
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #24 
    • #137 
    Economics
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #40 
    • #401 
    Economics
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 11 November, 2024]
    • #14 
    • #17 
    History
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #26 
    • #31 
    History
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #44 
    • #51 
    History
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #18 
    • #57 
    History
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #24 
    • #201 
    History
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 12 March, 2025]
    • #28 
    • #35 
    Philosophy
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #15 
    • #101 
    Philosophy
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 12 March, 2025]
    • #23 
    • #204 
    Philosophy
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #30 
    • #35 
    Politics
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #37 
    • #47 
    Politics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #42 
    • #52 
    Politics
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #23 
    • #201 
    Politics
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 12 March, 2025]
    • #28 
    • #33 
    Psychology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #37 
    • #53 
    Psychology
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #7 
    • #76 
    Psychology
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 11 November, 2024]
    • #65 
    • #83 
    Psychology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #11 
    • #88 
    Psychology
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 17 January, 2025]
    • #20 
    • #101 
    Psychology
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 12 March, 2025]
    • #22 
    • #224 
    Psychology
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #3 
    • #5 
    Social Policy
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #10 
    • #14 
    Social Policy
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #30 
    • #201 
    Social Sciences
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 17 January, 2025]
    • #35 
    • #301 
    Social Sciences
    NTU Rankings by Subject
    [Published 01 September, 2024]
    • #2 
    • #2 
    Social Work
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #9 
    • #15 
    Social Work
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #15 
    • #19 
    Social Work
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #23 
    • #29 
    Sociology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #57 
    • #70 
    Sociology
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #28 
    • #101 
    Sociology
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 11 November, 2024]
    • #22 
    • #105 
    Sociology
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #23 
    • #151 
    Sociology
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 12 March, 2025]
    • #12 
    • #17 
    Theology & Religious Studies
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]

Sports Science

    • #63 
    • #77 
    Sports Science
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]

Highest subject rankings for University of Kent

Social Work The Times Good University Guide by Subject
#2 
Social Studies & Humanities
Creative Writing CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#9 
Arts Visual & Performing
Italian CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#17 
Languages & Literature
Business and Management The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#19 
Business
Architecture The Times Good University Guide by Subject
#21 
Architecture, Building & Planning
Mathematics The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#21 
Mathematics
Chemistry The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#27 
Natural Sciences
Law The Times Good University Guide by Subject
#27 
Law
Computer Science CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#40 
Computer Science
Electrical And Electronic Engineering The Times Good University Guide by Subject
#49 
Engineering

Student Ratings for University of Kent

4.2
University Guru Student Satisfaction Index
based on 3847 student ratings
Google logo Google ratings
4.4 (based on 460 student ratings)
Facebook logo Facebook ratings
4.1 (based on 3387 student ratings)

“I chose to study in Kent because I wanted a serious university that was going to see my potential and push me forward, and Kent was that university. The teachers are very passionate about what they do, and their support for the students is top-notch. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend the University of Kent to anyone.”

About University of Kent

PROS

  • Students tend to be attracted to the idea of attending because of their considerable reputation as a research university. Graduation rates among their students are exceptionally high.
  • Learners at Kent highlight the beautiful campus grounds, being located in vibrant and green parkland.
  • The professors are true experts in their field, and the common opinion is that they always take time out of their busy day to help students with any issues they have with their assignments.

CONS

  • Numerous students have pointed out that the mental health services need to be improved, as many students suffer stress crises due to their high workload.

Key facts

Foundation year:
1965
Telephone:
+44 1227 764000
Address:
University of Kent, Registry
CT2 7NZ, Canterbury
England UK
Website:
https://www.kent.ac.uk/
Social:

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • All Degrees
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THE Student Experience Survey by Times Higher Education

Times Higher Education has surveyed 20251 undergraduate students in the UK about their study experience. 252 students of University of Kent participated in the survey.

Below you'll find the results for each of the survey questions for University of Kent in comparison to the average for all UK universities.

Overall score: 75.0

Chart Data
Source: Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey 2018
Data is from 2018 which was the last year for which the survey was published. Survey was discontinued after 2018. Details of Methodology

Student composition of University of Kent

Students by level of study Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on January 2023
undergraduates:
13390
postgraduates:
2820
Total:
16210
Students by subject Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on January 2023
Business and Management:
2280
Law:
1530
Biosciences:
1165
Psychology:
1095
Sociology:
1030
Computing:
905
Economics:
760
Politics:
610
History:
590
Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmacy:
550
Mathematical Sciences:
545
English Studies:
525
Electrical And Electronic Engineering:
515
Architecture, Building and Planning:
480
Chemistry:
410
Physics and Astronomy:
395
Sport and Exercise Sciences:
390
Languages and Area Studies :
375
Creative Arts and Design:
335
Anthropology:
245
Social Policy:
235
Performing Arts:
195
Classics:
180
Philosophy:
135
Allied Health:
135
Mechanical Engineering:
115
Medicine (Non-Specific):
110
Education and Teaching:
85
Theology and Religious Studies:
45
Archaeology:
25
Geography, Earth and Environmental Studies:
15
Foreign students by nationality Academic year 2020/21 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on January 2023
China:
210
Nigeria:
180
Malaysia:
145
India:
145
Hong Kong (Special Administrative Region of China):
135
United States:
125
United Arab Emirates:
105
Kenya:
90
Canada:
90
Thailand:
70
Pakistan:
55
Turkey:
55
Ghana:
50
Jordan:
50
Mauritius:
45
Bahrain:
45
Korea (South):
40
Bermuda:
30
Norway:
30
Switzerland:
30
Egypt:
25
Saudi Arabia:
25
Singapore:
25
Botswana:
25
Russia:
20
Japan:
20
Sri Lanka:
20
Qatar:
20
Tanzania:
20
Lebanon:
15
Kuwait:
15
Iran:
15
Vietnam:
15
Taiwan:
15
South Africa:
15
Cayman Islands:
15
Trinidad and Tobago:
15
Uganda:
15
Zimbabwe:
15
Bangladesh:
15
Maldives:
10
Mexico:
10
Argentina:
10
Indonesia:
10
Australia:
10
Zambia:
10
Brazil:
10
Barbados:
10
Bahamas, The:
10
Colombia:
5
Peru:
5
Chile:
5
Albania:
5
Costa Rica:
5
Sint Maarten (Dutch part):
5
Syria:
5
Oman:
5
Israel:
5
Iraq:
5
Philippines:
5
Nepal:
5
Macao (Special Administrative Region of China):
5
Kazakhstan:
5
Brunei:
5
Tunisia:
5
Sudan:
5
Rwanda:
5
Mozambique:
5
Morocco:
5
Cameroon:
5
Algeria:
5
Source: Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on January 2023

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FAQ

University of Kent ranks #33 in England UK in our meta ranking of 108 university rankings. See rankings of all 379 universities in England UK.

University of Kent ranks #1 in Canterbury in our meta ranking. See rankings of all 4 universities in Canterbury.

University of Kent is listed in The Times Good University Guide, The Guardian League Table, CUG The Complete University Guide, THE World University Rankings, QS World University Rankings, QS Employability Rankings and more. See all 29 rankings of University of Kent.

University of Kent achieved #40 in . This is the university’s highest ranking in the 108 rankings tracked on our website. See all rankings for University of Kent.

University of Kent achieved the highest ranking for Law. It is ranked #2 in CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject (Forensic Science). See all subject rankings for University of Kent.

A large number of university rankings include surveys among academics on reputation. In our meta ranking of 108 university rankings University of Kent ranks #1 among universities in Canterbury and #33 among universities in England UK. See all rankings of University of Kent.

In our meta ranking University of Kent ranks #33 among all universities in England UK and University of Oxford ranks #1. See all rankings of universities in Canterbury. Apart from rankings you may also want to see the ratings from students who attended the universities.