About us

The University of Brighton has been a proud part of the city of Brighton & Hove since 1859, starting as a school of art in the kitchens of the Royal Pavilion and growing to become the diverse and future-focused institution it is today.

We share the spirit of our city: challenging convention, and committed to fairness, inclusivity and equity. That’s what makes our university and Brighton so distinctive.

Our university exists to make a difference to society. We do this locally and globally through our research which has been rated as ‘world leading’ and through an inclusive approach to learning that prepares every student from every background for a confident future, with outstanding outcomes and truly connected to their ability to be an agent of change.

We nurture the professionals and leaders of tomorrow, delivering transformational impact for our students, organisations and the communities we serve.