Rochester

Universities in Rochester

University of Kent shares the multi-university Medway Campus located in nearby Chatham Maritime, less than two miles from Rochester town centre. This campus houses specialized faculties including the Medway School of Pharmacy and the School of Sport and Exercise Sciences. Find student accommodation close to campus on Hallbookers.

Where do students live in Rochester

The areas around Rochester High Street and the Rochester Riverside development are popular choices for students who want to live near local amenities, cafes, and transport links. Many students also choose to reside in purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) and shared housing in neighbouring Chatham, immediately adjacent to the main university campus. The St Margaret’s area offers further private rental options within walking distance of both town centres.

Getting around Rochester

Rochester is a compact town where the main residential areas, high street, and local amenities are walkable. Regular bus services connect Rochester directly to the Medway Campus at Chatham Maritime. Rochester railway station provides frequent and direct high-speed train services to London St Pancras International in around 40 minutes, as well as routes to London Victoria and the Kent coast.

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