Ways to work with us:
The university works with companies, the public sector and social enterprises in a variety of ways:
Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP)
This is an excellent way for any type of organisation to gain access to university based expertise. KTPs involve employing a graduate associate to work full time on an issue of strategic or operational importance to a company (or public/third sector organisation). The government funds up to two thirds of the cost and a KTP can last between 20 weeks and three years with the standard duration being 2 years. The outcome will typically be improved profitability, increased sales or the launch of a new product or process. Our dedicated KTP office runs 10-15 KTPs at any one time and has a 100per cent success rate in securing the funding.
Find out more on the KTP website.
Collaborative research and development / applied research
We work collaboratively with companies, the public and third sectors to carry out joint research or R&D on specific issues. The vast majority of our research is applied; it has practical applications and direct relevance to companies and society at large. Examples of this collaborative, applied research approach are: working with Nano-materials companies to develop novel water clean up devices and working with Ricardo, an engineering consultancy, to improve engine technology
Contract research
We can carry out research on behalf of a client, tailored specifically to their requirements.
Consultancy
We provide expert advice and input to clients across the range of disciplines we offer. This could involve a small one-off intervention or long term input into large-scale projects.
Testing
We can offer testing services which make use of our extensive facilities and expertise in a range of areas.
Training / CPD
The short courses run through the Collaborative Training Centre are specifically designed to meet the needs of industry, to complement your experience and fulfil the requirements of your business. Through attending our courses you will be able to learn new skills and acquire new knowledge, benefiting both you and your workplace. Courses are taught by experienced teams, drawing on experts from both within and outside the University of Brighton and are backed by the university's quality assurance processes. We offer courses in subjects such as: Business and Management, Engineering and Design, Environment, Health and safety, IT
For full details on our CPD programme.
Work based Masters programmes - MA/MSc by Learning Objectives
The MA/MSc by Learning Objectives course provides the flexibility to enable you to develop and study a programme which is structured around your specialist interest and/or your work environment, in an area where the university does not provide an existing masters-level course.
Find out more about short courses for industry.
Student projects
Student projects can be an excellent way for companies and other organisations to get a individual piece of work done at low cost. These can be offered across most subject areas. The client will need to provide a short brief. Timing is crucial, the project will of course need to be carried out in line with the academic timetable.
Student placements
A number of courses within the Faculty of Science and Engineering incorporate a placement year. During this period students are employed full-time in work which complements their course and is at an appropriate level. Companies and organisations gain through:
- the input of fresh ideas and skills
- developing links with education
- gaining additional staff at critical times
- students providing value for money
- increased flexibility
- the opportunity to assess prospective employees
Find out more about industrial placement.
Business / innovation networks
The University of Brighton has been instrumental in setting up, managing and developing business networks to support business growth and innovation. Profitnet is an innovative business development and support programme that enables small and medium-sized enterprises to help themselves and their peers. Developed by the University of Brighton, it has supported increased growth and profitability for over 600 businesses in the UK, Ireland and South Africa.
Find out more on the Profitnet website.
Find out more
To find out more contact the Business Development Manager.
