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Working while you study

Many full-time students work part-time while studying, it can help you financially, improve your skills and get you valuable work experience.

Our students have found lots of innovative ways of working during uni and tell their own stories here and on their Brighton student blog.

There are careers centres on each campus and our Career and Employability team can help you find a job while studying and give you useful advice about part-time job opportunities at the university.

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Find out more about working part-time

I found it quite enjoyable to have something to do other than do university work. It gave me a sense of independence.

Elaf, psychology student

Earning money at university: Student Stories

Earning money at university has a lot of benefits, especially if you can fit new work commitments around your studies. However, the type of work and where you might work is changing so it pays to stay flexible.

Digital only jobs, gig economy work and entrepreneurship are all flourishing. Maybe there are new ways to earn money you've yet to explore?

 

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Tips for working and studying at the same time

It's important you strike the right balance so that work supports your studies in a positive way. Here's some helpful tips from current students for working and studying at the same time.

  • Look for jobs at your place of study and at home - some may suit just the holidays, others suit term times.
  • Keep a schedule which includes work times and lectures.
  • Don’t over commit. Make space for you and things you love.
  • Search for local work with short commutes and make the most of discounted travel.
  • Having a budget helps you better understand how much paid work you’ll need.
  • Try jobs different to your studies, they expand your skills and help create balance - which in turn helps you study.

 

 

Be More Employable

Boost your employability

Find out how you can become more employable, for jobs now and when you graduate.

How many hours can I work?

You can work as many hours as you like, so long as it does not affect your studies.

A sensible guideline for all full-time students is 12–15 hours per week. Remember that your studies need to take priority.

International students

If you are an international student you should check your visa.

Your visa should tell you if you can work and for how many hours a week. If you are allowed to work, this will usually be for no more than 20 hours per week.

If you are unsure check with the Home Office or UKCISA.

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Get advice

We run a job vacancy service and can offer you advice on finding a part-time job and help with writing a good CV.

Working during uni: more advice on our blog

Student money management – my top tips!

Student money management – my top tips!

Rent, food, alcohol, books and all the other essentials you need to buy at Uni will all add up on your bank statement and as the lovely sum of money you started with at the beginning of Freshers week has depleted now the only thing you can afford on your shopping list is a packet.

How I earn money at university whilst studying: NEW tips and advice! [video]

How I earn money at university whilst studying: NEW tips and advice! [video]

Earning money over the last year

Earning money over the last year

The pandemic has left many students wondering about financial income, specifically due to many places having to furlough workers to help prevent the spread of the virus.

How I’ve earnt money at uni

How I’ve earnt money at uni

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