University of Brighton

Overview

The University of Brighton is a friendly, diverse and inclusive community of more than 18,000 students from over 150 countries.

Learning at Brighton is all about doing. You'll become skilled, confident and career-ready through practical experience. With opportunities and support, you'll evolve your personal skills and so that you can build the life and the career you want.

Fun, free and forward-thinking - the university has three campuses in Brighton on the southeast coast of England. Accompanied by the beach and the countryside, its only an hour by train to central London (the UK's capital) and less than 30 minutes to Gatwick International Airport.

Why Choose Brighton?

• Achieved Silver award in the national Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), 2023. 



• Accredited by the prestigious Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), an accreditation achieved by less than 6% of business schools worldwide. 

• Top 50 universities in England for graduate prospects, Complete University Guide 2025. 

• 91.4% of graduates in work/study 15 months after graduating, Graduate Outcomes 2023. 

• Career-focused university with more than 50 accrediting and awarding bodies. 

• Opportunity for work-related learning as part of your course. 

• In the QS rankings for Best Student Cities, Brighton is in the top 100 worldwide and top 15 in the UK, 2024. 

Student Life

• Brighton has eight academic schools: Applied Sciences; Architecture, Technology and Engineering; Art and Media; Business and Law; Education; Humanities and Social Science; Sport and Health Sciences; Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS). 

• Dedicated student wellbeing and mental health support services, including Student Support and Guidance tutors and university counselling service.  

• International student advice team for support and guidance. 

• With over 120 student societies and sports clubs, there is sure to be something for everyone. 

• Students can expect to be closely linked within Brighton, with opportunities to engage with the wider community during your studies.  

Academics

• Internationally recognised, accredited courses with more than 300 different postgraduate and undergraduate courses. 

• Acclaimed research facilities that allow for independent and collaborative learning. 

• Expert teaching staff who are equipped to support your learning journey and provide insightful industry knowledge. 

• Incorporation of innovative teaching methods that encourage critical thinking and individuality. 

• Problem and solution-based learning and assessments to prepare you for future development. 

• Balanced learning and assessment ratios throughout your study with an emphasis on practical learning elements. 

Services

• Academic English language support with pre-sessional English courses available. 

• Dedicated international team to provide support and guidance on a range of areas like entry requirements, visas and travelling to the UK. 

• Career and personal development opportunities. 

• Access to Student Circus where students can find job listings with employers who will sponsor you to work in the UK. 



• International orientation programme to ease the transition to student life and studying in the UK.