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Studying in a foreign country is an exciting adventure. New people, different language, new places and you will encounter new things. The process of adjusting might not be easy but there are mobile applications that can make your everyday life as an international student a little bit more comfortable. TripView This app can help you plan your trips as it...

At Kent Institute Australia, we highly support students when it comes to participating in activities that help our community. On the 4th of November, our Higher Education student Danish Pokhrel represented Kent in Australia’s biggest cycling event, the MS Sydney to Gong Ride. Every year, thousands of cyclists set off from Sydney to Wollongong – an 83 kilometer ride –...

My name is Dharlene Juan and I am just a typical 19-year old girl from the Philippines trying to make her dreams happen. I am currently studying Diploma of Business at Kent Institute Australia as a pathway for the Bachelor of Business. I have been in Australia for a year now. I’ve always liked going into different countries and learning...

The beautiful State Library of New South Wales is located just a short 15-minute walk away from Kent Institute. The State Library is one of the most beautiful libraries to study and research within with glass walls and windows, filling the library with natural light. On Wednesday 21st March, a group of students from Kent Institute attended the State Library...

Part 1 - Settling in Australia, Beginning the Journey Renan Sigolo Diploma of Website Development, Sydney Campus Have you ever felt out of your comfort zone? Maybe a little bit out of your game, doubting if you actually fit into your current environment? If you feel at least a sparkle of that, this article will definitely give you some good...

Becoming more employable to potential companies upon your graduation starts as soon as you begin your studies here at Kent Institute Australia. Although there are many services and programs open to students throughout their time studying, sometimes you need to push yourself to get the most out of your studying abroad experience. Improving your employability gives you the best chance...

At Kent, we have over 60 different nationalities of students completing their studies in both Vocational and Higher Education. This means that when you study with us, your fellow students will come from all over the world. The great thing about this is that it allows you to develop a vast range of skills that you would not necessarily have...

The second annual LEAD Awards Ceremony and Kent’s inaugural Alumni Networking Event was held at Kent’s Sydney campus in December 2017. The LEAD Awards Ceremony recognised the hard work and dedication of students who have been a part of the LEAD program for the 2017 calendar year. All students who accumulated 100 LEAD points or more by attending various workshops...

The student events offered at Kent have one main objective, and that is to develop our student’s social and professional skill set in order for them to be a success upon their graduation. Students who attend these extra-curricular events have a great chance to grow their soft skills and hone their communication abilities, giving them a competitive advantage once they...

When you’re studying abroad, it can sometimes be difficult to get out and explore your new city because of study and work commitments. When you are stuck in a routine, it can be hard to break the shackles of the repetitive cycle of sleep, study, work and sleep again. However, today is your lucky day, as we take a detailed...

Kent’s Student Mentor Program is designed specifically for students during their first trimester of study who are transitioning from a Vocational Education and Training (VET) course - Certificate, Diploma, Advanced Diploma - into a Higher Education Bachelor course. Students who are interested in being a part of this program will be assigned a Transition Mentor who will provide you with...

Each year in NSW, Mental Health Month is celebrated in the month of October. The objective of the month is to encourage everybody to reflect on his or her mental health and happiness. Connecting to others is vital towards having a healthy mindset, research suggests that feeling connected, valued and loved by others give us a sense of belonging, security...