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Anthropology at SAC is amazing, you’ll soon see!

Updated: Jul 4, 2020

By Felicia Dean


We're looking forward to meeting you in September!


First of all, Congratulations! You’ve come that bit closer to embarking on what could be one of the greatest experiences of your life. As you prepare to join us at the University of Kent and in the School of Anthropology and Conservation, continue to have a read and hear about what you can expect here at Kent and all the amazing opportunities ahead of you!

Some of our lecturers having been involved in the analysis of the Homo naledi discovery!

The University of Kent houses exceptionally qualified lecturers who are also leading researchers in their fields, giving you the opportunity to get first-hand experience and support from the very best in Anthropology, Primatology, Human Osteology and Forensic Anthropology! They are also always willing to support you in your studies and you can easily drop in for a chat! Studying at Kent gives you a front-row seat to the most exciting and ground-breaking discoveries; some of our lecturers having been involved in the analysis of the Homo naledi discovery! The school of Anthropology is also equipped with a comprehensive skeletal collection and cutting-edge technology; the school also host events throughout the year for students and staff and this combined gives everyone who studies at SAC, a valuable and amazing community at Kent.



Conservationists trip to the Cotton-Powell Museum (School of Anthropology and Conservation)


Canterbury


Situated in one of the most beautiful and historic cities in England, Canterbury is any students dream city! Living here at the heart of history and charm, cobble streets filled with little stores, fresh food markets, and what will soon become your go-to study coffee shop spots and your local pub to meet your friends, and all of this surrounds the beautiful Canterbury Cathedral. Living here has been one of the greatest highlights of being at Kent so far. Also only a 30-minute bus ride away from some of the loveliest coastal towns such as Whitstable; Canterbury is surrounded by Blean woodlands, and if you hire a bike from the on-campus gym and bike-hub, you can cycle there for the day for some fish and chips on the beach.



Crab & Winkle Cycle Route to Whitstable!


Cobble streets filled with little stores, fresh food markets, and what will soon become your go-to study coffee shop spots and your local pub to meet your friends




Some of us got together and we attended the Youth Climate Change March!



The University of Kent is not only a centre of enrichment for your studies, but also a hub of activity to add to your university experience! There are over a hundred societies to get involved with, almost every sport you can think of and countless opportunities to get involved with campaigns to create change and improve the future.


Once you get involved in different aspects of University, a whole new world of possibilities open up; getting involved with your school, societies and activities makes University what it is. I would never have considered putting myself out there before I came to University, but once I was here the support and encouragement I received from my Lecturers and friends, provided me with the confidence to try new things; I ran for President of the Anthropology Society and the year that I’ve been with the society we have achieved so much, including a trip abroad! The role has opened so many doors for me and provided me with valuable skills I can use in any future career.


This is us in Leipzig, Germany on the Anthropology Society Annual Trip!


I'll leave you with this...


University is truly what you make it; what you put in you get out. It will challenge, shape, inspire you and leave you with some of the greatest memories of your life. Your time at the University of Kent will provide you with academic wealth and a safe but challenging environment to grow and achieve great successes! You’ll meet some of your greatest friends here and get the opportunity to find out who you are. The University of Kent promises a rich cultural experience where no one feels left out. With students from all over the world with the same aim; to have an amazing time at University! We look forward to seeing you at the School of Anthropology and Conservation, where you get the opportunity to become a part of the SAC community!


See you soon!

Felicia, the Anthropology Society and your future class mates xx




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