Introduction
If you are from Zambia and thinking about studying at Brighton you can find information to help you decide, and make your application on this page.
Our connections
There are currently 7 students and 7 alumni of the university who are from Zambia. Students from Zambia choose the University of Brighton because of our strong standing in key subject areas of interest.
- Our degree and masters courses in business, management and economics benefit from the internationally recognised research at our Centre for Research in Innovation Management (CENTRIM). The latest Research Assessment Exercise determined that 70 per cent of our research in business management is of international standing.
- Business studies students benefit from the training and consultancy work of professors. Students gain practical and leadership skills in a research active community.
- Management studies courses provide entrepreneurial skills training and connection with a network of industry partners. You can become an independent thinker through collaboration with experienced Professors who share real world knowledge with students.
- We are ranked 17 in the UK for our building degrees.
Meet us
We do not currently have any scheduled visits to Zambia, however, if you would like to meet us please contact us at international@brighton.ac.uk.
Entry requirements
Details of the academic and English language requirements for your course are on our course finder. We help many students from Zambia to improve their qualifications to meet entry requirements.
Academic equivalencies
Undergraduate
We require students taking the Zambia School Certificate to successfully complete an acceptable International foundation year or equivalent.
Postgraduate
We require applicants to hold a masters degree from a recognised Zambian university.
| Zambian 2.5 scale | Zambian 4.0 scale | English equivalent |
|---|
| 2.5 (A+) |
4.0 (A) |
1st |
| 2.0 (A) |
3.5 (B+) |
2:1 |
| 1.5 (B+) |
3.0 (B) |
2:2 |
English language requirements
Find out more about our English language requirements.
Improve your academic and English language ability
If you don't have the correct grades or qualifications to meet our entry requirements, we can help you improve them.
Academic preparation courses at our International College
Successful completion of one of our International College courses offers guaranteed progression to degree courses at the university in areas such as accounting and finance, art and design, business management, international hospitality management, law with business, international event management and many others.
Find out more about foundation certificate or pre-masters courses at our International College. Let us know if you would like to speak with other students from Zambia.
English language preparation courses at our Language Institute
The University of Brighton Language Institute provides a comprehensive range of academic English language preparation courses for students who need to improve their English before starting a UK university degree.
Successful completion of one of our English courses guarantees your progression to a degree course at the University of Brighton.
Find out more about our academic English language preparation courses.
Immigration and visas
Generally, students coming from Zambia require prior entry clearance (ie a visa). To obtain a visa you will need to have an unconditional offer of a place at the University of Brighton and your CAS number from the university. You will need to prove that you have the funds to pay your tuition fees and living expenses.
To make your visa application in Zambia, contact the UK Home Office.
For advice and help from our immigration advisers, and for further information visit our immigration and visas page.
British Council office
If you would like to talk to a trained counsellor about studying and living in the UK, please contact the British Council in Zambia.
Financial assistance
Students from Zambia are eligible for University of Brighton scholarships:
Our graduates
The best thing about the University of Brighton is the commitment that the staff have to ensuring that students get the most out of their time at university.
It’s a great feeling knowing that my tutors are committed to what they do and have a genuine interest in my studies and my personal development.
Mainza Sikabanga
Business Management with Finance BSc(Hons)
Contact us
Please contact us if you have a question or enquiry.