The Graduate and Researcher College's Mentoring Scheme

The Graduate and Researcher College's PGR Mentoring Scheme

Applications for 2026-27 are now open (register by 23:59 on 9 November 2026)

Mentors

Sign up as a mentor

Mentees

Sign up as a mentee

Whether you take part as a mentee or a mentor, the scheme is a chance to build useful connections. As a mentee, you can gain guidance, fresh perspectives and access to new opportunities from an experienced postgraduate researcher. As a mentor, you can share your knowledge and experience, develop your mentoring skills and support a fellow PGR to make the most of their time at Kent.
Ask us about the scheme
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What happens next

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28 September 2026

Register


  • Sign up to be a mentee here.


  • Sign up to be a mentor here.
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23:59 9 November 2026

Registration closes

Registration for participating in the scheme closes. 

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20 November 2026

Receive your match

Everyone who has been successfully matched will receive an email by this date. 

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24 November 2026

Attend the briefing

Everyone taking part in the scheme is invited to attend the online briefing session. This will be recorded for those who cannot attend live. Book your place here.

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November 2026 - July 2027

Meet at least four times

All matched pairs should be meeting at least four times between November and July. 

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August 2027

Give feedback

Feedback will be collected from those who engaged with the scheme.