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British Guardianship at University of Kent
Nominated Guardian for University of Kent. University guardianship programme for international students.
Are you looking for a Nominated Guardian for University of Kent? International students under the age of 18 are required to have an Accredited UK Guardianship in place when enrolling at a UK university. Once your application is accepted and you are enrolled at University of Kent, British Guardianship can provide a fully accredited university guardianship service, including a dedicated local coordinator who can visit your child, attend parents' evenings on your behalf, maintain regular contact throughout your guardianship programme, and assist with any additional requests you may have.
Guardianship Fees
Our UK university guardianship services for University of Kent start from £250 per term.
Dedicated Guardianship Manager
As soon as your application is received, a dedicated member of our guardianship team becomes your main contact, managing every aspect of your nominated guardian arrangements.
Our Services
UK University Guardianship
An accredited nominated guardian for international students who start at University of Kent before turning 18. Your child has a dedicated local coordinator and 24-hour emergency support, and you receive regular updates until your child turns 18. Prices from £250 per term.
Learn More →University Overview
The University of Kent is a public research university established by Royal Charter in 1965. Its principal campus sits on a hilltop parkland site overlooking the cathedral city of Canterbury, with a second campus in the Medway towns. The university teaches around 16,000 students across ten academic schools covering subjects from the humanities, law and social sciences to computing, engineering, business and the natural sciences.
Kent has a well-regarded research profile, with its history department assessed as first in the UK in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework, and its alumni include two Nobel laureates in Literature. It is a partner, with Canterbury Christ Church University, in the Kent and Medway Medical School. In August 2026 Kent and the University of Greenwich came together to form the London and South East University Group, a new multi-university group in which both institutions continue to operate as distinct academic divisions and keep their own names and identities.
Information for International Students
The University of Kent has a long-standing international character, with students from more than 100 nationalities studying across its campuses. The university provides dedicated regional contacts for major recruitment markets, and a Student Immigration Compliance Team issues Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) statements and advises on Student visa matters, including the Graduate Route. Independent immigration advice is also available through the students' union advice service.
The level of English required is set for each course, with IELTS for UKVI tiers ranging from 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each component) to 7.0 for the most demanding programmes. Pre-sessional English courses are offered for students who need to raise their language level before starting a degree.
The University of Kent International College, operated with Oxford International, occupies a dedicated building on the Canterbury campus. It delivers an International Foundation Programme, International Year One, International Year Zero and International Incorporated Master's routes, with full access to university facilities. Accommodation is guaranteed to first-year students who apply by the deadline and meet the eligibility criteria, either on the Canterbury campus or at Pier Quays in Medway.
Intake Information
Intake information is provided as a general guide. Start dates vary between universities and courses, and not every course is offered at every intake. Please follow the UCAS deadlines for undergraduate applications and check the latest dates on the official University of Kent website.
Frequently Asked Questions
UK universities typically require international students who are under 18 when they enrol to have a UK-based nominated guardian in place. The guardian acts on behalf of the parents while the student is a minor, serving as the university's point of contact in an emergency, supporting the student's welfare and providing a trusted adult close by. British Guardianship provides this as a fully accredited university guardianship service.
We have guardians available and ready to be assigned. The overall timeframe depends on how quickly the required paperwork is completed and communication with University of Kent is finalised. As every case is different, timelines can vary, but we aim to make the process as smooth and efficient as possible.
Our UK university guardianship services for University of Kent start from £250 per term. We also offer premium and bespoke packages, and with our flexible guardianship services you only pay for the services you need. Full details are on our guardianship fees page.
No. Once your child turns 18, the nominated guardian requirement no longer applies and guardianship services are no longer needed. This is why our university guardianship is priced per term, so you only pay until your child's 18th birthday.
A UK student guardian must be a responsible adult, usually aged 25 or over, who lives permanently in the UK, speaks fluent English and is close enough to respond quickly in an emergency. The guardian must be contactable 24 hours a day, act as the university's emergency contact until the student turns 18, and hold an Enhanced DBS check where they or their household host the student. University of Kent may also ask for the guardian's details at enrolment and set additional requirements of its own. As an AEGIS-accredited guardianship provider, British Guardianship meets these requirements on your behalf, with vetted guardians, Enhanced DBS checked host families and 24-hour emergency support.
Disclaimer: Logo, images and videos are shown courtesy of University of Kent and remain the property of their respective owners. British Guardianship is an independent AEGIS-accredited guardianship provider and is not affiliated with or endorsed by University of Kent. University information is provided as a general guide; please refer to the official University of Kent website for the latest university information and details.
