Orientation

If you need to quarantine

It may be the case that you have to quarantine for a period of time on arrival to the UK and we can support you through this time if needed.  If you are going to be living in university halls you can book quarantine accommodation which you can book at the same time as booking orientation. 

Students who are planning to stay in private accommodation can quarantine there provided you can meet the government advice on self-isolation. If you will not be able to safely quarantine in your own private accommodation you can book a room through us in university managed halls.

You can find out more information on what the different quarantine and testing rules are depending on where you are coming from on our Travelling to the UK webpage.

When to arrive for quarantine

If your course is starting on Monday 27 September (our main start of term) you can book quarantine accommodation to begin from Friday 10 September.  You can also book a private taxi to pick you up from the airport at the same time.

This will allow you time to complete the 10-day period of self-isolation in time for the in-person orientation between 21–24 September.  Our online orientation programme will support you through your period of quarantine if you need to.

If your course starts earlier than 27 September and you need to arrange quarantine accommodation then you can contact us at orientation@brighton.ac.uk.

Orientation programme

Online orientation

Before the main start of term from 13–17 September, we will be running a remote programme for new international students. This means that you can attend the programme from wherever you are in the world, whether that's while quarantining in the UK or at home before you travel and you can begin to feel part of the family.  

In-person orientation

Our in-person sessions will run from 21–24 September and include campus and city tours and social events to meet other students.

We recommend you plan to arrive on the 10 September to cover any period of quarantine so you are able to participate in the in-person activities.

Programme content

Sessions include: understanding the UK healthcare system, working in the UK, Student visa conditions, shopping and transport in Brighton, campus tours, city tours and social events. It is a great way to meet and connect with other students who have also just arrived in the UK. These sessions are open to all international students.

At the University of Brighton, our orientation support lasts as long as you need it. We run ongoing information sessions, wellbeing activities, and cultural and social events throughout the academic year.

The best way to keep up to date with what we are doing is to follow us on social media: 

• Instagram
• Facebook
• Twitter

The 'Tea Party' is the highlight of our orientation programme. Join us for a sit down tea party where you can meet other students and enjoy the British tradition of tea and scones.

It was a really great experience with easy access to get to know people in a short amount of time. I would suggest it to every other international student because it helps you especially with the beginning of everything.

International orientation tea party

How much does orientation cost and how to book

Cost

Quarantine accommodation and the orientation programme is free of charge.

A private taxi to collect you from the airport and take you to your quarantine accommodation is £115 from London Heathrow or £70 from London Gatwick.

You can order a food box for a 5 day supply of food costs £35 and we can cater for a number of different dietary requirements including vegetarian, vegan, halal, kosher and gluten or wheat intolerant.

Book your place

You can book your place at orientation online.

If your course is starting on a date other than the 27 September you will have the option to book your accommodation to start earlier.

Rules around quarantine can change during your booking application we will ask you for you COVID-19 vaccination status this is so that we can best support you when you arrive.