Applying for undergraduate courses

With over 200 undergraduate courses to choose from, the University of Brighton gives you a huge amount of choice and freedom to guide your future.

To help you make a decision, it’s a good idea to book your place on an open day – it allows you to experience the university first-hand and find out whether it’s the right place for you. Our application timeline will help you plan your next steps.

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Before you apply

1. Order a prospectus

A handy guide to our courses and campuses – available in print and digital versions.

2. Come to an open day

Discover the university, learn about our courses and meet our friendly students and staff.

3. Decide what to study

Some points to think about when you're deciding what subject, and which course, to study at university.

4. Check our entry requirements

We accept many qualifications for entry on to our courses, including BTEC and the International Baccalaureate.

5. Read our admissions policy

We treat everyone who applies as an individual, taking experience and potential into account.

6. Write your personal statement

Read our tips for writing a persuasive personal statement and securing a place at university.

Making an application

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Applying through UCAS

You should apply to the university through UCAS for full-time undergraduate courses.

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Applying direct to the university

You should apply direct to the university for part-time degrees, short courses and evening classes.

After you apply

1. Monitor your application

Use our applicant area to track the progress of your application and book interviews and events.

2. Apply for student funding

Make sure you don't run out of money – apply for student finance early.

3. Prepare for your interview

If you have to come for an interview as part of your application, read our tips for success.

4. Read about our offer

Have you received an offer from us? Congratulations! Find out more about what happens next.

5. Decide on your choices

Once you have decisions from all the universities, you need to choose which offer to accept.

6. Confirm your place

Once you've decided, you're just one step away from being an official University of Brighton student.

7. Choose where to live

Halls? Private accommodation? Where you live has a big effect on your university experience.

8. Prepare for your course

Keep one step ahead – make those final preparations for the start of undergraduate life.

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