Keep up to date with the latest news from the university.
The University of Brighton is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Kene Igweonu as its new Deputy Vice-Chancellor.
15 October 2025
Brighton researchers create first genetically stable, lab-grown stem cell models of Progeria, paving the way for research in heart ageing and rare diseases
13 October 2025
Students showcase innovative designs for Newhaven and Dieppe in exhibition exploring architecture’s role in tackling the climate crisis.
Students and staff at the University of Brighton will get the chance to learn critical, life-saving skills for the Restart a Heart campaign next week.
9 October 2025
New research suggests fatigue may be the brain’s way of protecting the body – and exercise could be key in managing it, both in daily life and treating illness.
6 October 2025
Brighton students and staff are stepping up to help shape the UK’s largest LGBTQ+ literature festival.
3 October 2025
University of Brighton’s public lecture series continues this autumn with thought-provoking, educational talks from leading academics.
2 October 2025
Brighton researchers have teamed up with Newhaven Port to explore how renewable energy can support cleaner shipping & reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
29 September 2025
Lecturer and author, Craig Jordan-Baker, draws on nature and ordinary life to inspire his fiction. He celebrates his new novel at Waterstones on 1 October.
26 September 2025
The postgraduate design students will present their projects unveiling bold new visions for a sustainable future at their end-of-year exhibition in London.
25 September 2025
For older stories (29 July 2019 and before), see our news archive.
Media enquiry?
Contact our press team
TEF Silver awarded for the quality of our teaching and student outcomes
We are in the top 4.3% of institutions globally, Center for World University Rankings 2025
Race Equality Charter Silver awarded for our pledge to advance representation, progression and success for minority ethnic staff and students
We are ranked 14th in Stonewall's top 100 employers for commitment to equality for LGBTQ+ staff and students
We were awarded Athena Swan Silver for advancement of gender equality, representation, progression and success for all
We are a Disability Confident employer, committed to ensuring opportunity for progression for all
Signed to the Disabled Student Commitment, an initiative to improve support for disabled students
EcoCampus Platinum accredited for our environmental sustainability, compliance and processes
