Orientation

The orientation programme is for international and EU students starting at the University of Brighton in September 2019.

It takes place the week before the start of the new academic year, from Tuesday 17 to Friday 20 September.

Orientation is designed to help you adapt to life at the University of Brighton as easily as possible and to meet other students.

Booking will open in August.

Key facts

  • Designed to help you settle into life in a new country.
  • Get sessions and advice about money, health, immigration and more.
  • Take part in the international freshers fair, welcome tea party at a Brighton hotel and a treasure hunt to get to know your fellow students.

What is orientation?

There are lots of events that take place throughout the week in the daytime and some evenings, these include:

  • airport meet and greet service and transport to the university on Tuesday 17 September 2019*
  • accommodation in halls of residence for the duration of the orientation programme*
  • social events and a welcome tea party
  • talks on subjects including accessing healthcare and academic support for international students
  • campus tours
  • international freshers’ fair.

You will also be introduced to a current student who will be your student ambassador, they will help you during orientation and answer any questions you may have.

* Whilst the programme of talks and events during the orientation programme are free of charge to students, there will be a charge for the airport meet and greet transfer service, and halls of residence accommodation.

Am I eligible to attend?

The orientation programme is open to international and EU students who have accepted an unconditional offer from the University of Brighton.

The programme is for students who will be new to the university.

If your course is due to start before Monday 23 September, you will not be able to join the orientation programme.

If you aren't sure whether you are eligible to attend get in touch with us at orientation@brighton.ac.uk.

What if I cannot or choose not to attend the full programme?

If you're not eligible or not able to attend the orientation programme, and your course is based at our Eastbourne campus, you can join us for a free international welcome day on Thursday 19 September.

The international welcome day will take place on our Eastbourne campus, and will include campus and town tours, an introduction to services and an opportunity to meet academic and support staff.

How much does orientation cost?

Whilst the programme of talks and events during the orientation programme are free, there will be a charge for the following:

  • Airport meet and greet transfer service from Gatwick Airport: £10
  • Airport meet and greet transfer service from Heathrow Airport: £25
  • Three nights’ accommodation in a university halls of residence: £100
If you would like to use any of these services, you can book and pay for them when you book your orientation place.