Why choose this UK university?
A UK degree from the University of Brighton will prepare you for career success and give you the opportunity to enjoy the best of English culture.
Six reasons to study at the University of Brighton
Innovative and globally relevant
Benefit from a course that is developed and taught within an active research community focused on quality and innovation.
A competitive edge
Get the added benefit of a cross-cultural perspective – a valuable asset in any industry in today's global economy.
Beautiful coastal locations
Experience British culture in a university that includes three campuses in historic locations on the sunny south coast of England.
A leading professional university
Build a solid foundation for your career with teaching and practical experience based on the latest professional and industry standards.
Global Brighton community
Join a global community of lecturers, researchers, students and alumni that includes people from over 140 countries.
Support for your success
Receive support for settling into your new life in the UK, succeeding in your learning experience and in building towards your future career.
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Innovative and globally relevant
The University of Brighton has been anticipating and responding to change for over 150 years. Today, many of our courses are at the leading edge of global trends.
You will benefit from a course that is developed and taught within an active research community focused on quality. Our research in business, management, the arts and engineering was highly rated in the latest Research Assessment Exercise – a national assessment of the quality of research in UK universities.
We invest in industry-standard facilities and technology to allow you to use your new academic knowledge and apply it to real-world situations.
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A leading professional university
The latest knowledge from our partners in industry and the professions is used to develop and teach our courses.
We have received five National Teaching Fellowships and our staff combine professional practice with teaching and research activity. Many of our courses incorporate UK and international work placements, projects and case studies, and many of our qualifications are accredited by professional and statutory bodies.
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A competitive edge in your career
Studying at an international university and gaining a university qualification that combines the latest knowledge in the field with experience in the world of work, can give you a competitive edge in the working environment.
Employers value graduates with the latest academic knowledge and industry experience. Living in the UK while you study will give you the added benefit of a cross-cultural perspective, which can be valuable in today's global economy.
Examples of past placements of our international students include: Nike Holland, Goldman Sachs London, Walt Disney and American Express.
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Global Brighton community
Our courses and the experiences we offer have attracted students and staff from over 150 countries, while our research connects us with people around the world. The university and its students all benefit from an international perspective as we work with our business and community partners to make a positive impact.
Our graduates are all members of the University of Brighton Alumni Association for life, joining a worldwide network of over 100,000 people.
Beautiful coastal locations, rich in culture
The university campuses are in Brighton, Eastbourne and Hastings, all historic locations on the sunny south coast of England, surrounded by countryside.
Living here is a fantastic way to experience British culture. In summer, you will mix with the thousands of British people who flock to the seaside to enjoy and celebrate in the sun. Festivals of film, comedy, entertainment, sport, art and culture run throughout the year. Amongst all this, Brighton is one of the safest cities in the UK for students.
Campuses are close to international airports that connect to Europe and the rest of the world. Brighton is only 30 minutes from Gatwick International Airport and less than an hour from central London. It is a 'supercity of the future' for its digital business and creative profile and this is reflected by its free-thinking, friendly and colourful reputation.
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Support for your success
We will support you throughout your time at the university. We will support you in settling into your new life in the UK, succeeding in your learning experience and in building towards your future career.
Support for your arrival includes:
- accommodation in halls of residence
- a free orientation programme
- free advice from our immigration specialists about visa application.
Every student has a personal tutor to support them academically and can use our free English language support service. To build toward your future career success you can develop a personal career plan, get a mentor, be a volunteer in the local community and get training in the entrepreneurial skills if you intend to run your own business.
When you graduate, you will receive the ongoing support and life-long career advice with your free membership of the University of Brighton Alumni Association.
Find out more about the support that our international students receive...
With the knowledge I've gained here and the practical experiences, I could imbibe it into the upcoming generation in the treatment of water and waste water, in the less economically developed countries.