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Grades are never the whole picture. At Brighton we are interested in your creativity, resourcefulness and persistence. We'll encourage you to be curious and we'll offer you choice, flexibility and the freedom to succeed.

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You're joining a community where you'll belong and be supported to thrive. Find out about the academic and wider student experience, and how we'll support you to succeed and make the best possible start.

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Top 50 for graduate prospects

Brighton is ranked in the top 50 universities in England for graduate outcomes by the Complete University Guide 2023.

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Our research and knowledge exchange activities tackle global challenges, solve practical problems and improve people’s lives and environments.

Explore our REF 2021 results to find out more about how our cutting-edge research is making a difference and how you can study alongside our world-leading experts.

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Find out more about your course, living here, social life, managing money, what help is on offer and what it's like living away from home.

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Brighton graduates spotlit by leading contemporary design magazine

Two of this year's graduates from University of Brighton have been chosen among 2022 names to watch by the prestigious international design magazine Crafts.

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Brighton illustration legend Raymond Briggs passes

Raymond Briggs, creator of masterpieces of illustration as diverse as The Snowman and When The Wind Blows, has passed away, aged 88.

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Predisposition to dementia can be countered by a lifetime of learning, socialising and exercise says 60-year study

A new study by Brighton and Sussex Medical School claims that dementia can be avoided or delayed, even among people more predisposed to the condition.

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Brighton research making a world-leading impact, major review finds

The university has been recognised for research of "world-leading quality" which has "outstanding impact" on people's lives by the UK's HE funding bodies.