Tuesday 10 February 2026, 5-6pm
Why do we act the way we do? To what degree is our behaviour determined by nature (our genetics or biology) rather than our nurture (our environment, social circles, etc.)? Join us to explore the influence that both can have on our lives, focusing on mental health conditions to help explain just what makes us who we are.
Wednesday 25 February 2026, 5-6pm
In this session we’ll dive into a case study on asthma and get hands-on with what pharmacy students do. Find out about the importance of developing practical skills, such as how to formulate drug solutions, measure lung function, and teach patients how to properly use inhalers. You’ll discover how studying pharmacy at Brighton prepares students for their future roles as healthcare professionals.
Tuesday 10 March 2026, 5-6pm
Discover how the media works, and how to work in the media. Join us to explore what it’s like to study media at Brighton and the importance of combining theory with professional practice. Learn more about the academic support you receive here at Brighton, and how this can help you to become a versatile, creative media professional.
Thursday 19 March 2026, 5-6pm
In this hands-on session, you’ll explore two fascinating professions - podiatry and physiotherapy. Discover how to carry out practical assessments within podiatry by trying out real activities like checking a patient’s blood flow, skin health and mobility. Learn how physiotherapists help with balance and prevent falls and take part in some fun activities to see what it’s really like. Chat with our current students for insight on studying these subjects at Brighton.
Tuesday 24 March 2026, 5-6pm
In this session we’ll explore the idea of reimagining everyday products with the use of AI tools, to visualise and develop new design concepts. Join us in this exploration and find out more about the differences between studying product design and design engineering at Brighton.
Thursday 26 March 2026, 5-6pm
International space law is built on three core principles: no one can own space, it must be used peacefully, and activities should benefit all humankind. These ideas were established in the 1960s, at a time before iPhones, artificial intelligence, commercial space companies, reusable rockets, or billionaires sending spacecraft into orbit. So how do these rules apply today in a rapidly changing space age? This session will explore how space law is evolving to address the realities of modern space exploration.
Tuesday 21 April 2026, 5-6pm
Would you like a career in geography and the environment? Did you know that these subjects have some of the best graduate outcomes. Join us to debunk myths and explore what career routes are available within these subjects after university. Hear from our current students about the exciting projects they are working on and find out what it’s like to study here at Brighton.
Monday 27 April 2026, 5-6pm
In this session, we’ll be exploring the complex topic of freedom of speech, toleration, and the role of the state in regulating these concepts. You’ll get a taste of what it’s like to study politics and philosophy at university and explore the fascinating ideas that shape the world around us.
Tuesday 5 May 2026, 5-6pm
What’s it really like to be a midwife? Find out in this behind-the-scenes session, held on International Midwives’ Day, where you’ll hear real stories from one of our midwifery lecturers and our students. Explore what a career as a midwife looks like on a day-to-day basis and discover how midwives support people through one of life’s biggest moments.
Tuesday 12 May 2026, 5-6pm
A canter through chaos, change, disruption and the increasing need for innovative thinking and new approaches to business and life. This taster session introduces you to the concept of futurism and future thinking, looking at how brands, consumers and us as people will need to think further ahead than the next couple of years.
Wednesday 20 May 2026, 5-6pm
Architecture is often characterised by iconic buildings, sometimes by charismatic individuals and at other times defined by its cost. Are these a genuine reflection of the day-to-day practice of architecture? This online session will explore what the reality of studying and practising architecture looks like today.