Kent residents can get a university level education on their doorstep thanks to East Kent Colleges Group (EKC Group).

Offering a wide range of university level courses, EKC Group focuses on students’ progression and outcomes.

This means that those enrolled can benefit from vocational experience, as well as university-standard academic learning.

For example, Animal Biology students will get the chance to go on safaris and conservation treks, while Creative and Business Professional Practice students will have opportunities to curate Visual Art exhibitions.

It is this vocational element of the Group’s courses that leaves students with next-level knowledge, leaving them well-equipped to enter their chosen industry.

With a huge variety of paths available, including courses in engineering, construction and creative and design, students will gain vital industry knowledge during their time at EKC Group.

Similarly, with College campuses in Ashford, Broadstairs, Canterbury, Dover, Folkestone and Sheppey, Kent residents can get university level qualifications without having to travel hundreds of miles away from their home.

Nick Holbrook-Sutcliffe, Chief Education Officer at East Kent Colleges Group, said: “Our university level courses offer incredible opportunities to those within the diverse communities we serve.

“By taking advantage of them, students can stay close to home and reap the rewards from the vocational aspect of study.

“Many of our alumni have said the practical element of their studies has left them well-equipped for the industry.”

The university level qualifications on offer are Higher National Diploma and Higher National Certificate accredited courses.

The Group also offers ‘access courses’ - ideal for students who want to go to university - as well as foundation degrees and BA/BSc top-ups.

Other benefits to these high-quality courses include competitive tuition fees, smaller class sizes, links to top names in the industry to equip them with the skills they need to thrive, and much more.

To find out more about EKC Group’s university level courses, click here.