From world-leading research to community partnerships, student success and global impact, 2025 showcased the University of Brighton at its boldest and best.
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Category Archives: Photography
University of Brighton named the UK’s most LGBTQ+ friendly university
Brighton has been crowned the UK’s most LGBTQ+ friendly university in a new survey, scoring 8.7 out of 10 for inclusivity – the highest in the country. Read More
Learn more about studying at Brighton at our online taster sessions
Discover what it’s like to study at the University of Brighton with one of our taster and advice sessions.
These events are a great way to dive deeper into your chosen subject and gain insights into the application process and university life.
Events are held online on Microsoft Teams – you may need to download the Teams app if you are joining on your phone from Google Play or from the App Store. Read More
UK’s finest emerging photographers take centre stage at Brighton exhibition
A landmark exhibition at the University of Brighton is bringing together the UK’s most outstanding graduate photographers for a showcase celebrating the next generation of creative talent. Read More
Meet us at the UCAS Create your Future events in London and Manchester!
Are you thinking about studying something creative like art, media, design, journalism, film, fashion, music or photography? Or maybe you’re still figuring out what your next step looks like?
Either way, UCAS’ Create Your Future event is the perfect place to start thinking about a creative degree and where that could take you. This year, our School of Art & Media is heading to both the London and Manchester events! Read More
University unveils extra financial support for students applying through Clearing with Brighton Summer Boost initiative
For the first time, the University of Brighton is extending its Brighton Boost financial support initiative to students applying through Clearing in 2025.
University of Brighton ranked among top 4% of universities worldwide
The University of Brighton has earned a place among the world’s leading universities. Brighton has ranked in the top 4.3% of institutions globally, as reported in the 2025 Global 2000 list by the Center for World University Rankings (CWUR). Read More
University of Brighton’s biggest art show is back – and you’re invited!
This summer, Brighton’s City campus is transforming into one giant gallery and it’s free to visit! Read More
Meet our 2025 Graduates: Charlotte Bull – Photography
In the lead up to our 2025 Graduate Shows, we’re celebrating the creativity and talent of our graduating students by sharing their stories and showcasing their incredible work. We spoke with Photography BA(Hons) student Charlotte Bull about the course, their influences and advice to their younger self. Read More
Meet our 2025 Graduates: Leah Jones – Photography
In the lead up to our 2025 Graduate Shows, we’re celebrating the creativity and talent of our graduating students by sharing their stories and showcasing their incredible work. We spoke with Photography BA (Hons) student Leah Jones to talk about her thought-provoking graduate project, what shaped her time at Brighton, and where she hopes her creative journey will lead next.
Brighton Graduate Emma Critchley Makes Waves with Major Tate Exhibition
We’re thrilled to celebrate the success of photography graduate Emma Critchley, whose solo exhibition Soundings opens at Tate St Ives this May. Read More
Brighton named one of Time Out’s 50 best cities in the world for 2025
Brighton ranks 34th on Time Out’s 2025 list of the world’s 50 best cities, making it the third-highest ranked city in the UK.
The definitive annual list is published every year, based on feedback from tens of thousands of city-dwellers across the globe. This year, over 18,000 participants shared their thoughts on key aspects of city life such as food, nightlife, culture, affordability, happiness, and overall atmosphere.
University of Brighton announces one of the UK’s first scholarships focused on the study of trans inclusion
A PhD scholarship focused on trans and non-binary inclusion has been launched by the University of Brighton in collaboration with The Paul Cottingham Trust.
Check if you’re eligible for £1,250 and a lower grade offer
At the University of Brighton, we’re here to support you in making the best start to your university journey. With our new postcode checker, you can quickly see if you’re eligible for our Brighton Boost financial support package, designed to help you with the cost of living and make everyday things just that little bit easier. Read More
Looking back on our 2024: A year of innovation, creativity and impact
As we wrap up 2024, we want to take a moment to reflect on the past year’s achievements, milestones and stories that have shaped the year here at the University of Brighton.
There’s so much to celebrate – we’ve seen groundbreaking research, community impact and inspiring student success across every area of the university. Read More
Make your portfolio stand out with our online advice sessions
Are you considering studying art or design at University? Whatever course sparks your interest, we have several portfolio advice sessions coming up to give you tips on creating a portfolio that will stand out and showcase your creativity and skills. Read More
Photography graduate Georgs Avetisjans’ book celebrated in two awards
Motherland. Far Beyond the Polar Circle by 2016 Photography BA(Hons) grad Georgs Avetisjans has been shortlisted for the prestigious 2024 Arles Prix du Livre Award in the highly competitive Photo-Text category and named among the 50 and the top 10 books for the Athens Photo Festival Pick:24 Book Award!
University of Brighton Graduate Show launches summer spectacle of student talent
Three Summer Shows presents student talent in art, design, media, architecture and humanities Read More
Photography graduate Maisie Cousins featured in major new exhibition
Maisie who graduated from our Photography BA(Hons) in 2014 has been selected to show at Pallant House Gallery in the Subversive Still Life show.
Graduates 2024: Alice Triff: Photography
“The course puts an emphasis on concept-based practice and the theory lectures often inform our individual practical work, making our projects stronger.”
Thinking of choosing Photography? See the kind of work our students make
The course runs two Instagram feeds, one for the courses and one for exhibitions – check them out if you’re interested in the kinds of work being made by our brilliant creatives!
Photography students kick off 2024 with Miro exhibition
The annual second year Photography student exhibition opens this week at our Edward Street building (13 – 18 January).
Recent photography graduate has exhibition as part of major Photoworks commission
Hannah O’Hara, who graduated from the University of Brighton in 2020, is showing From Nothing to Now at the Fleetwood Museum this month.
Photography students lead walking tour of work
Last month 10 undergraduate Photography BA(Hons) students from the University of Brighton ran an event with Photoworks, presenting work exploring the relationship between photographic storytelling and creative writing.
Brighton Photography alumni in Saatchi Gallery show
Graduates our undergraduate and postgraduate Photography programmes, Murray Ballard, Lisa Barnard and Corinne Silva, have work on show in Civilization: The Way We Live Now, open until 17 September 2023.
Photography graduate interviewed in prestigious journal
Hope Vassall, who has recently graduated from the University of Brighton’s Photography BA(Hons), has been interviewed about her work and future plans by the Royal Photographic Society Journal.
Graduates 2023: Ben Stezaker: Photography
“Coming from London to a new city by the sea gave me a completely new place to explore and photograph. It opened my eyes to new things and I take a lot of inspiration from the sea.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Jaime Walker: Photography
“Trust your intuition. There is no right or wrong decision, they’re just different.” Read More
Apply for the Cass Art x Phoenix Studio Award 2024
Discuss your portfolio with course staff!
Join us at our online portfolio advice event on 28 February to get tips and advice from students and staff about how to prepare your portfolio.
You can also watch our film to see staff explain what you should include in your portfolio for art and design courses when applying for uni – and students give TIPS on what they included in theirs.
Photography lecturers work on show in campus gallery as part of Brighton Photo Fringe
Come and see work by University of Brighton Photography lecturers including Martin Seeds, Zoe Childerley, Daniel C Blight and Fergus Heron in the Telling Pictures show at our Edward Street building, open until 14 October.
Brighton honours Turner Prize-winning artist Helen Cammock
University of Brighton has awarded an Honorary degree of Doctor of Arts to ground-breaking artist and photography alumna Helen Cammock for her work in creative arts and social care. Read More
Graduates 2022: Max Southern: Photography
“Brighton and the BA Photography course have provided me with a space to investigate and build upon an initial interest in photography that I wasn’t yet able to articulate or translate into a body of work.” Read More
Graduates 2022: Ellie Pike: Photography
“Three years seems to have passed in absolute flurry but nevertheless I’m leaving with the feeling that I’ve spent them well and progressed not only my photographic
creative practice but also personally”.
Apply for the Cass x Phoenix Studio Award 2023
Want to win a FREE studio space for a year in central Brighton? School of Art and Media final year students have the opportunity to apply for this award which sees Cass Art sponsoring a Phoenix Art Space studio for a 2023 graduate. Read More
Photography staff and students in Martin Parr Foundation show
Work by graduate Lisa Barnard and tutor Xavier Ribas is featured in this show in Bristol which opens on 27 January.
Thinking about preparing your portfolio?
Watch these two short films where art students talk you through how they put theirs together. Read More
Photography Lecturer Martin Seeds has a solo exhibition ‘No Country For Young Men’
Artist and photography lecturer Martin Seeds has a solo exhibition at London gallery, Seen Fifteen (4-21 November), supported by the School of Art & Media, Research and Knowledge Exchange Funding. Read More
Photography lecturer Zoe Childerley has solo exhibition Beyond the Pale
Beyond the Pale is a touring exhibition that explores territory, land and belonging on the Anglo-Scottish border and beyond – it runs 15 October – 27 November at Solaris in St Leonards-On-Sea. Read More
Check out work by our 2021 Photography graduates
Our 2021 Photography BA and MA graduates have produced outstanding work – see their photography on our Summer Shows website. Read More
Photography graduates selected for prestigious London photo exhibition
Work by two recent Photography graduates – Jess O’Neill and Joel Goldstein – is being shown at the Photo London exhibition opening on 9 September. Read More
Art and media students work on Photography Club project with Photoworks
Three students (Olivia Gallichan, Anna Mika and Naomi Ross-Mason) recently worked with the University of Brighton Outreach team on Photography Club, a nine-week initiative run with Photoworks and artist Lindsey Smith which enables young people to meet regularly, develop their camera skills alongside a professional photographer, produce photography and gain an Arts Award qualification. Read More
Photography and textile graduates create Spanish art academy
Ángel Luis Sánchez Flores who graduates in 2019 from MA Photography and Rosa Brualla a 2019 graduate of MA Textiles created the art academy in Spain, in Salamanca. Read More
Three Brighton Photography students picked from 10,000 shortlist in Wellcome Trust Photography Prize
In fantastic news for our Photography department, current student Kate Rosewell and graduates Dulcie Wagstaff and Richard Boll, have all made the list of 31 finalists in the prestigious award.
Graduates 2021: Isis Boundy: Photography
“I really loved going to the photography studios the most, as you can create whatever environment you want in there.” Read More
Graduates 2021: Joshua Brammeld: Photography
I needed a course that would allow me to experiment and develop my personal approach to photography. Read More
Graduates 2021: Elsie Garner: Photography
“Being able to explore my practice and different mediums within art has helped me grow as a creative. I couldn’t have asked for better technicians, tutors or peers.” Read More
Graduates 2021: Joel Goldstein: Photography
“On the course there’s an incredible group of tutors, technicians, and support staff… It’s been a fantastic opportunity to develop my practice in an exciting environment surrounded by a talented group of like-minded peers.”
Graduates 2021: Lucy Limage: Photography
“During my time at Brighton I have found my way as an artist – I plan on continuing to make work in both a professional and commercial capacity; at Brighton I was encouraged to think beyond the course and what opportunities might await me.”
Photography MA graduate is director of Porto Photo Biennial 2021
Virgilio Ferreira who graduated from the University’s of Brighton’s Photography MA in 2012 is director of the Portuguese biennial opening on 14 May – and work by Photography lecturer Xavier Ribas and graduate Lisa Barnard will be on display. Read More
Our students are supported by award-winning technicians
Our art and media students always tell us our technicians are brilliant – and they’ve been rightly recognised in the One Brighton Staff Awards, winning the Team Contribution to Teaching and Learning award. Congratulations!
Photography BA(Hons) graduates guest speakers at Rural Gaze Symposium
Photographers Emily Graham, Murray Ballard and Matthew Broadhead have all carved out artistic careers in photography since leaving Brighton and are contributing to this event considering how photographers and photography practice develops and responds to the rural. Read More
Photography graduate Laura Pannack wins in the 2021 Sony World Photography Awards
Laura triumphed in the Portfolio category with images from a variety of personal projects – she said “I believe images need to captivate and evoke emotion, and so, with every frame I shoot, I consider the elements within the frame and outside it.”
Museum of Modern Art in NYC shows work by Photography BA(Hons) graduate
Emma Charles, who studied Photography at Brighton, has work featured in Doc Fortnight 21 MoMa’s 20th edition of its annual showcase of innovative nonfiction film which runs from 18 March – 5 April 2021. Read More
Photography alumna receives English Heritage portfolio commission
Photography graduate Mia Parker-Tang has received one of four New Lenses commissions by English Heritage to create a portfolio inspired by a chosen site. Read More
Photography grad George Roast invited to show in Barcelona
George Roast has been chosen to take part in the International Festival on Experimental Photography in Barcelona this July. Read More
2019 photography graduate Eva Jonas publishes book
Check out Let’s Sketch the Lay of the Land, which draws together encountered forms, surfaces and assemblages. Congratulations Eva. Read More
Kíra Krász is selected for The Word Within exhibition at Hangar Art Center, Brussels
Check out Photography BA(Hons) graduate Kira’s work – she was also selected for the Offspring Photomeet last year. Read More
Interested in taking a photography degree?
Photoworks, a leading agency based at the University of Brighton, is running a free online photography workshop exploring the relationship between photography, archaeology and climate change for people aged 13 – 18 on 30 October 2020. Read More
Photography graduate chosen for Crane Kalman showcase CREAM 2020
Matt Hughes, who has recently graduated from Brighton’s Photography BA(Hons), has been selected as an exhibiting artist in the show which runs during October.
Photography lecturer releases new book Dinosaur Dust
Dinosaur Dust is a collection of photographs by Zoe Childerley exploring encounters between people and nature in the Mojave Desert. Read More
Photography lecturer Daniel C Blight in conversation about The Image of Whiteness
University of Brighton Photography lecturer Daniel C Blight discusses his recent book The Image of Whiteness: Contemporary Photography and Racialization with Fergus Heron, MA Photography course leader. Read More
2020 Photography graduate Noé Warren profiled by Creative Review
Recent University of Brighton Photography BA(Hons) graduate Noé Warren is one of 10 creatives selected by Creative Review to feature in their annual Gradwatch showcase which highlights art and design grads producing outstanding creative work.
Enrol, log on and complete your course tasks
Congratulations on your offer – now it’s time to enrol! Read More
Screen Archive South East wins £50,000 National Lottery funding
Moving image archive Screen Archive South East at the University of Brighton has won National Lottery funding from the British Film Institute’s Audience Fund.
Graduates 2020: Lauren Mason: Photography
My final major project work that appears in the online graduate show is called ‘.. .. 86’. Read More
Lecturer Daniel C Blight discusses ‘the white gaze’ on Shade podcast
University of Brighton photography lecturer and author of The Image of Whiteness: Contemporary Photography and Racialization, Daniel C Blight recently appeared on Lou Mensah’s Shade podcast – click through to listen.
Graduates 2020: Louise Coates: Photography
The work I create can be categorised as ‘camera-less’ photography. That is, I do not use a camera and lens, but create images through the contact of light on light-sensitive paper.
Graduate Show now open!
This year (for obvious reasons) the University of Brighton’s graduate show is being held online – and we couldn’t be prouder of the art, media and humanities students who have produced brilliant work for their final year exhibition. Come and take a look around and sign up to an online event. Read More
Graduates 2020: Ben Mueller-Brown: Photography
My final major practice ‘Consistent with Advice’ is dealing with the distribution of information from various institutions such as the Government in times of crisis and how this information is either too broad, too vague or just isn’t applicable to the reality of the situation. Read More
Graduates 2020: George Roast: Photography
I work primarily within the realm of cameraless photography which by its nature explores photography from a material sense in a manner that I find intriguing. Read More
Wondering if studying the arts is vocational enough? New British Academy report shows the benefits
Qualified for the Future (May 2020) demonstrates the tangible benefits of skills developed in the arts, humanities and social sciences to the UK workforce, economy and society, not only now but in the future.
Gender equality awards for the School of Art and School of Media
The School of Art, School of Media and School of Health Sciences have achieved Bronze awards from Advance HE’s Athena SWAN Charter in recognition of their commitment to gender equality. Read More
Got questions before you start? Read our FAQs for photography, film and sound courses
We have put together the most frequently asked questions from our recent School of Media online Q&A. Read More
Opportunities for creatives to connect, reflect and prepare
The current global pandemic presents uncertainty for everyone looking for work, whether you’re about to graduate, or you’re looking for ways to develop your skills and experience over the summer. Read More
Screen Archive South East features newly discovered footage to mark 75th anniversary of VE Day
Screen Archive South East (SASE), part of the University of Brighton, has produced ‘War & Peace’ – a free to stream short film to commemorate the end of the Second World War.
Apply now for new £2500 Undergraduate and Postgraduate International scholarships
Brand new for academic year 2020-21 we are launching international scholarships available to new full-time international students on undergraduate and postgraduate taught degree courses holding an offer to start their course in academic year 2020. Read More
Current and alumni students feature in Brighton CCA’s packed online programme of events and activities
Free and open to all Brighton CCA’s online events range from printing workshops to bespoke DJ playlists to brighten the long days of lockdown. Read More
Been asked to create an online portfolio?
Due to the coronavirus outbreak, many of our arts and media courses are replacing an interview with online portfolio submission – read our tips for making your work stand out digitally. Read More
Applying for 2020? Here’s all you need to know
If you are applying or have applied for a course in 2020 you’ll find advice on your application, virtual visits and much more.
Gallery programme moves online
Career advice from Head of Employability Clare Dawson
Clare gives expert advice on employability, CVs, placements, dealing with knock-backs and how to ease the pressure of choosing your career path. Read More
Competition open for mural design – enter by 27 April
Brighton Racecourse is running a competition for a University of Brighton student to showcase their work at the venue. Read More
Are you following our Photography degrees on Instagram?
Follow the account @uobphotography to get a flavour of our courses and see the best of our student and staff photography, recommendations, exhibitions, events and more. Read More
Three weeks of photography from our class of 2020
Our BA(Hons) Photography students are putting the skills they have learnt into practice by creating their own Work In Progress exhibition – come and see the show at Unit 11, on Dukes Lane until 14 March. Read More
Photography student takes part in charity exhibition
Third year Photography BA(Hons) student, Lauren Mason, is exhibiting work as part of a group show to support the charity Tender.
Tender is an educational and arts charity commited to preventing domestic abuse and sexual violence in the lives of young people.
20-23rd Feburary with the opening event on Friday 21st @ 7pm
28 Deptford High Street, London, SE8 4AF
Tender.org.uk
DeptfordDoesArt.com
Photography lecturers exhibit in London
Dr Asa Johannesson and Martin Seeds both Lecturers, and practicing artists, on the BA(Hons) Photography course are exhibiting their work in a group exhibition at the Borough Road Gallery, London.
Photography & Sculpture 2nd Yr Exhibition
Our 2nd year BA(Hons) Photography and BA(Hons) Fine Art Sculpture students have been working hard to create and deliver their exhibition and we hope you will join us for the opening night.
The private view will take place at Edward Street Gallery, University of Brighton, this coming Fri 31st of January from 5:30pm – 8pm
All are welome
If you’re unable to make the private view, the exhibition will also open to the public during gallery opening hours until Thursday the 6th February.
Photography BA(Hons) graduate is official Golden Globes photographer
Alexi Lubomirski, who also photographed Prince Harry and Megan Markle’s wedding, captured the reactions of the 2020 Golden Globe winners after they received their awards. Take a look at his pictures of actors including Joaquin Phoenix, Brad Pitt, Renee Zellwegger and Laura Dern.
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Brighton graduate Helen Cammock is (one of four!) Turner Prize winners
In an unexpected announcement the 2019 Turner Prize has been shared between all four nominees, including Photography graduate Helen Cammock, who said “they wanted to make a “collective statement” at a time when there was “already so much that divides and isolates people and communities”. Read More
Win an artist’s residency in Italy
Open to students and recent graduates, a new partnership between the University of Brighton and Mahler & LeWitt Studios means an artist has a unique opportunity to develop their practice with a residency in Italy followed by an exhibition at Brighton’s Centre for Contemporary Arts (CCA) between May – September 2020. Read More
Helen Cammock in conversation on BBC Radio 4
Photography graduate and Turner Prize 2019 nominee Helen Cammock is featured on Only Artists in conversation with playwright and screenwriter Suhayla El Bushra. Read More
Photography Alumna Clare Strand shortlisted for Deutsche Borse Prize
Clare Strand is one of four artists shortlisted for the prestigious annual award, now in it’s twenty fourth year. Read More
University opens Centre for Contemporary Arts this weekend
Come and celebrate the opening of the first major contemporary arts space in Brighton for 20 years in the Grand Parade building’s beautifully refurbished new galleries and theatre – launch party Friday 19 October, 6-10pm
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MA Exhibition opens
The MA Shows bring together the diverse and emerging work of artists from five courses.
First Publication by Photography Alumni Reinis Lismanis
Since his graduation from the BA(Hons) Photography course in 2014, Reinis has been exhibiting work nationally and internationally. Trial and Error is his first major publication. Read More
Showcase for talented media staff
Salon is a project showcasing the artistic practice of professional services and technical staff across the School of Media. Read More
Eva Jonas wins Photograd Instagram takeover
Photography graduate Eva Jonas has won the BA Graduate Instagram takeover with Photograd – look out for her work on their feed from 12-18 August. Read More
Photography MA alumni in London show
Corinne Silva and Lisa Barnard are showing work in the current Her Ground: Women Photographing Landscape exhibition at Flowers Gallery in London. Read More
FreeRange Award for Brighton Photo Graduates
Our 2019 Photography Graduates win a prize for the best collective show at FreeRange London 2019.
Competing against all the other exhibiting universities, our Brighton graduates came out tops for their work and their group exhibition.
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