COVID-19: Our response

The welfare of our 19,000 students alongside that of our 2,600 staff is and remains our highest priority.

Since the start of the pandemic, our approach has been based on official UK government guidance and developed in consultation with Public Health England.

See our range of frequently asked questions.

Current reported cases of COVID-19

Current reported positive cases of COVID-19 at the University of Brighton, including Brighton and Sussex Medical School students (these figures are updated by 10am twice a week on Monday and Thursday to align with DfE reporting requirements).

Number of new cases reported 22 - 25 July 2021
BreakdownNumber of cases
Students 3
Staff 1
Partner organisations based at the university 0
Cases reported 19 - 25 July 2021
BreakdownNumber of cases
Students 14
Staff 5
Partner organisations based at the university 0
Total number of positive cases reported since start of term (28 September 2020)
BreakdownNumber of cases
Students 667
Staff 84
Partner organisations based at the university 9

Students can read the latest statement from Brighton and Hove City Council about the status of COVID-19 in the city, on the council website.

We are taking a range of steps to provide care and support to any of our students who test positive or who need to self-isolate to ensure that:

  • They are contacted and have opportunities to raise any personal concerns, including if they have any underlying health issues
  • They have access to government guidance and advice on self-isolation and are able to seek medical advice from a local GP if required
  • They have access to food, laundry and other essentials
  • They are able to access a wide range of student support and wellbeing services
  • Those who are able can to continue to engage with their studies via remote learning

Students living in halls of residence are supported by our Residential Life advisers. Those living in private accommodation who test positive will be contacted by Student Support and Guidance Tutors (SSGTs) who are embedded within each of our academic schools. The SSGT will make contact to ensure that the welfare and wellbeing of the student is assessed and they are supported where required. All self-isolating students will be supported to continue to engage with their learning remotely and can also talk to their course leaders should they have any challenges with this.

Read all of the COVID-19 email advice and guidance provided to our current and prospective students

Frequently asked questions

FAQs for Brighton students

Advice for international and European students

Advice for students applying to start uni in 2021

Advice for students applying to start uni in 2022

Information for apprentices and employers

Managing fears and anxiety around coronavirus

Coronavirus helpline

Any student with questions or concerns about COVID-19 can call our dedicated helpline on 01273 641234 (Monday–Friday 10am–4pm).

2021–22 academic year

Timetables are being developed to give the maximum possible time on campus, but with measures in place to make it as safe, enjoyable and social as possible. These measures allow us to flexibly change our on-campus delivery with minimal disruptions should government advice change.

  • All students will have timetabled on-campus, in-person learning – dependent on students’ courses this will include seminars and tutorials, interactive workshops, studio time, clinical skills sessions and/or laboratory classes.
  • Most students will have some remote learning – for example, some large group lectures, which will also be available as recordings, so that students can watch these at a time and place that meets their needs. This means that students’ time on campus can be focused on interaction and activity and makes the very best use of their time.
  • Students will also be able to use our libraries and study spaces, including computer suites, sport and fitness facilities and food outlets.
  • The university and the Students’ Union are also planning a range of induction activities over the summer and into the first term. ‘Belong at Brighton’ will help students feel at home and settle back into life at university.
  • As we’ve done throughout the last 14 months, we will continue to follow government guidance on the pandemic to ensure the safety of our students and staff. This means that there may still be some COVID-secure measures in place, such as some social distancing, a requirement to wear face coverings in certain settings and the provision of hand sanitiser stations, and timetables will be planned with this in mind. In addition, we anticipate that we will set expectations around COVID-19 testing, and we will tell students about this nearer the start of the new term.
  • Students will be able to access our full range of online study support and wellbeing services, including support in relation to the pandemic.
  • If students are travelling here from another country we will be in touch to guide them through the process so they can resume studies with us in the autumn. Depending on where students are travelling from or through, there are different restrictions being applied when students enter the UK and our guidance will help students to understand what students need to do. We will also be able to share the range of support we will provide when students arrive including accommodation and quarantine if required.

Please view frequently asked questions about our response to COVID-19 as well as the latest NHS guidance.

 

Civic engagement

At a time of unprecedented challenges, the university is committed to supporting its regional healthcare partners and the local community in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Read more about the university’s COVID-19 civic engagement framework (pdf).

Further information

All students should make sure that they are aware of and following all of the latest official advice and guidance: