For most of our postgraduate taught courses you should apply directly to us.
However, there are some courses where application is through UCAS or DfE Apply for Teacher Training. Read more below to find out how you should apply for your course.
Applications for most courses open in September. It is advisable to apply early, especially for popular courses, because offers are made as good applications come in.
You can apply directly to us for courses with the following qualifications:
If you're currently studying at the university you can apply for your postgraduate course through Student View.
If you're not currently studying with us, you can apply using our online application system – select the course you want to apply for in our course finder and then follow the link to apply online.
Once you have completed your application, you will receive an email from us. You can then manage your application using Student View.
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Social Work MSc applications are made using the UCAS system.
Application to a number of courses, notably in the fields of health and social work, is through secondment from your employer rather than by individual application.
Apply now with UCAS
PGCE applications are made through the Department for Education (DfE) Apply system and open in October each year.
Read our application advice for postgraduate routes into teaching for further details.
Apply now with DfE Apply
Generally there's no deadline for applying for a postgraduate course at Brighton. In a small number of cases, there is a deadline or a specific time to apply. You can find this out on the course page.
If you're applying for Social Work MSc the deadline is the same as the usual UCAS deadline.
If you require a UK visa to study you should ensure you make your application with enough time to arrange your visa afterwards.
Term starts on 23 September 2024 for most courses, we may be able to accept late applications after this date. If you would like to make a late application you should make sure that your application is completed in full.
If you require a visa to study, it may not be possible for you to make a late application.
If you are an international student and want to undertake a taught masters programme in the following areas, you will also need to apply for an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate:
Students who are nationals of an EU or EEA country or Switzerland, Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea, or the USA do not need an ATAS certificate regardless of their course.
Make sure you read the UK government’s advice on ATAS before making an application to us.
Academic Technology Approval Scheme
All offers are made on the understanding that the information you have supplied is complete and correct, and that you have observed the rules and regulations of the university.
We may need to request further information before your registration can be completed. The university is registered with the Office of the Information Commissioner – in the context of preventing fraudulent applications, we may disclose information to relevant government departments, police forces, examining bodies, the Student Loans Company and associated authorities.
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