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
Category Archives: Photography MA
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
Master’s students push artistic boundaries with final projects in Brighton summer shows
Postgraduate students at the University of Brighton are showcasing their innovation and creativity with art and design projects that challenge stereotypes and promote social and environmental sustainability at their final exhibition before graduation. Read More
Meet our 2025 Graduates: Ellé Hill – Photography MA
In the lead up to our 2025 MA Shows, we’re celebrating the creativity and talent of our graduating masters students by sharing their stories and showcasing their incredible work. We spoke with Photography MA student Ellé Hill about the course, their influences and advice to their younger self. Read More
Meet our 2025 Graduates: Simon Roth – Photography MA
In the lead up to our 2025 MA Shows, we’re celebrating the creativity and talent of our graduating masters students by sharing their stories and showcasing their incredible work. We spoke with Photography MA student Simon Roth about the course, their influences and advice to their younger self. Read More
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
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.
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
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.
Graduates 2023: Reece Coyle: MA Photography
“Having access to the studios and a wide range of photographic equipment and the complete freedom to experiment have been crucial in developing my practice.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Lizzie Brewster: MA Photography
“It has been hugely influential to have a range of different artists to work alongside, many of whom have practices outside of the MA and photography.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Tatiana Haslam: MA Photography
“From working with large format cameras and shooting in the studio to processing film in the darkroom and expanding my knowledge of contemporary photographers, I have absorbed a wealth of knowledge.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Giles Stokoe: MA Photography
“Many people are questioning the trajectory of their lives post Covid, and I would recommend to anyone who feels that they have stones left unturned, that they should consider post graduate study as a way to make room for themselves to turn those stones, explore what is underneath and open up the possibilities of a more interesting and fulfilling future.”
Graduates 2023: Susan Bell: MA Photography
“I have re-connected with the darkroom, got to work with 5×4 plate cameras, had workshops on 16mm film making, photogravure and b&w printing.”
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Graduates 2023: Sebastian Farron-Mahon: MA Photography
“What struck me about the UoB course, was the faculty. Many of them had a direct influence on me during my undergraduate degree. Whether it was because of their written or practical contributions, I was amazed that so many names that had challenged my understanding of photography could be lecturing on one course.”
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Graduates 2023: Jemma Day: MA Photography
“The opportunities for experimentation and the freedom to explore different mediums and techniques have been highlights of the course for me.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Ainoa Burgos Gonzalez: MA Photography
“The biggest highlight is always the people: lecturers, technicians and peer students. They make the university the good place that it is.” Read More
Graduates 2023: Yu-Chen Lee: MA Photography
“Through my experiences, I came to realize the connection between art and life, and how they intertwine to create meaningful experiences. ” Read More
Graduates 2023: Andrew Nutton: MA Photography
“The most important aspects are always the people – my year group, and the excellent dedicated staff that we have at Edward St., City Campus. I spend a lot of time here using the facilities but it is also like a second home.” Read More
Graduates 2022: Martina La Trobe-Bateman: Photography MA
“I have absolutely loved my time at Brighton. I completed both my BA and my Master’s here. I feel seen and known here. One is never just one of many, I felt like my lecturers believed in me long before I learned to do so for myself.” Read More
Graduates 2022: Sofia Smith: Photography MA
“I was particularly interested in the course at Brighton because it has a focus in the early stages on experimentation and theory, which was perfect for me as I my undergraduate degree was in English literature and creative writing.”
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.