Undergraduate applicant days

What happens at an applicant day?

Applicant days give you the chance to learn more about the course you've applied for, the campus you will be based on and the wider university. Applicant days are smaller events than campus open days, and are an excellent way to get a real sense of your chosen subject at Brighton and whether we are the right fit for you.

The format and programme for applicant days will vary by subject, typical activities include:

• A talk about your chosen course and studying at the University of Brighton
• A the chance to meet academic staff and current students from your subject and ask them your own questions
• A tour of the teaching and student facilities you will use
• The opportunity to find out more about student finance and your accommodation options
• For some courses, a taster lecture.

Book your place at an applicant day

When booking opens we will send you an email inviting you to your applicant day. You should log on to the applicant area to book your place and find out more about the day.  When you log on you will be able to see the range of available dates for your course and the event programme. 

Applicant day dates and times

Our undergraduate applicant days run from January to April. These events are generally held on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

Applicant days usually run between 10am and 3pm. Please check individual timetables for exact timings. You will be able to download a detailed timetable from the applicant portal once you have been invited to attend an applicant day.

Getting here

Public transport is the most efficient way to get to all of our campuses. Please log on to the applicant area to get parking and travel advice for your applicant day.

See maps and travel advice to our campuses:

• Brighton
• Eastbourne
• Hastings

Contacting us

If you have any questions about an applicant day please get in touch. Email visits@brighton.ac.uk or call us on 01273 644644.

Frequently asked questions

How do I book onto an applicant day?

When booking opens we will send you an email inviting you to your applicant day. You should log on to the applicant area to book your place and find out more about the day.  When you log on you will be able to see the range of available dates for your course and the event programme. 

Can I bring a guest?

We do welcome guests to our applicant days, however the main aim of the day is to support applicants in making their choice of course so we may limit the number of guests who can attend some activities – such as taster lectures. It would help us and other applicants if you could bring no more than one guest with you on the day.

Additional needs and support

Please help us make your day as enjoyable as possible by telling us in advance about any support needs or dietary requirements you or your guest have, You can do this when you book your place through the applicant area or you can email us at visits@brighton.ac.uk.

I’ve been to an open day – should I come to an applicant day?

We would encourage you to visit us again – we want you to make an informed choice about your course and university! An applicant day is an excellent opportunity to find out more about the course you have applied for and to ask your own questions.

I can’t make the date of the applicant day I’ve been invited to. Can I come to a different one?

Please let us know if you can’t make your applicant day by emailing visits@brighton.ac.uk and we’ll arrange to book you on to an alternative day.

Do applicant days run in bad weather?

If the campus is open and the forecast is not predicting worsening weather we will aim to run the applicant day where possible. Should we need to cancel an applicant day due to a weather warning or if the campus is closed by our Estates team we will get in touch with you. Advice about campus closures is posted on our website.

If poor weather means you can’t travel please let us know as soon as you can by calling 01273 644644.