Undergraduate applicant days

What happens at an applicant day?

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 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

We will send you an email inviting you to your applicant day. You should log on to the applicant area of studentcentral to book your place and find out more about the day.

Applicant day dates and times

Our undergraduate applicant days run from January to April. You will be able to download a detailed timetable from the applicant area of studentcentral two weeks before your event.

Getting here

Public transport is the most efficient way to get to all of our campuses. We'll send you details about how to get here closer to the time of your event.

See maps and travel advice to our campuses:

• Brighton
• Eastbourne

Contacting us

If you have any questions about an applicant day please get in touch with our enquiries team 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 of studentcentral to find available dates, book your place and find out more about the day.

Can I bring a guest?

We 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 subject talks. 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

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 of studentcentral or you can contact our enquiries team.

When can I see my timetable for the applicant day?

You can log into the applicant area of studentcentral two weeks before your event to see your timetable. We'll email you details about your day, including your timetable and how to get here, a few days before your event.

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 questions.

I can’t make my applicant day, how do I rebook?

Log onto the applicant area of studentcentral and cancel your booking (you need to do this whether the applicant day has passed or if it's in the future). You'll then be able to book another date.

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 we will get in touch with you. Advice about campus closures is posted on our website.

If poor weather means you can't travel log on to the applicant area of studentcentral to book another date.