Your time is about more than just earning a degree; it’s about developing the skills, experiences, and connections that prepare you for a successful career anywhere in the world.
At Brighton we know that employability is an important part of that experience, which is why we offer career support for life.
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The University of Brighton’s public lecture series continues this autumn with thought-provoking, educational talks from leading academics.
Yan Wang, Professor of Circular Manufacturing, will be unveiling the secrets of remanufacturing as a powerful pathway to improve sustainability and protect the planet. She will demonstrate how restoring end-of-life products can provide a cost-effective, environmentally friendly alternative to producing new products, and even recycling. Join her on Thursday 4 December 2025.
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The University of Brighton’s public lecture series continues this autumn with thought-provoking, educational talks from leading academics.
Mark International Day of Radiology (8 November) early, by joining Malcolm Johnston, Professor of Radiology and Medical Education on Thursday 6 November 2025. He will be exploring radiology’s vital role in diagnosis and treatment, why a groundbreaking approach to clinical radiology education is needed and how we can ensure that future doctors reflect the communities they serve.
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“My degree has led me to a career in one of the top pharmaceutical and diagnostic companies in the world and I couldn’t be more grateful for the opportunities and support I received.”
Navigating life after university can feel daunting, but for one biological sciences graduate, a single career talk sparked a journey that led to a fulfilling role at one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies.
In this blog, we hear graduate, Ogochukwu Meniru’s personal experience of what inspired her to follow a career path into science communications.
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“Planning is not just about land use – it’s about creating resilient, inclusive, and forward-looking places that enhance people’s quality of life.” That belief has guided my journey into spatial planning and continues to shape my work as a lecturer in Town Planning MSc at the University of Brighton.”
Olafiyin Taiwo brings a rich tapestry of experience and passion to her role, with a career that spans consultancy, policy advisory, international development, and academia, Ola’s work is rooted in a deep commitment to creating resilient, inclusive, and forward-looking places.
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Chalk streams are being impacted by microparticle pollution, according to a new study.
Fewer than 300 chalk streams exist worldwide, and England is home to most of them – but these irreplaceable habitats aren’t safe. A first-of-its-kind study on the River Itchen, by the University of Brighton and Upper Itchen Restoration Community Interest Company (UIR CIC), has revealed tiny plastic and fibreglass particles in its headwaters, raising urgent questions about the health of one of England’s most important freshwater ecosystems.
Citizen scientists from the local community, working with researchers, detected microfibre and microparticle pollution at every site sampled in spring 2025. Microfibres – often shed from clothing – dominated the samples, while fibreglass, rarely reported in rivers, was also present, together with tyre particles from road run-off. Such contamination can disrupt the river ecosystem, posing risks to insects, fish and mammals that depend on these chalk streams.
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As concerns over counterfeit weight-loss jabs and other fake medication grows, researchers in the University of Brighton have created a new device designed to make drug verification faster, more reliable and affordable – with the potential to safeguard people across the globe.
The FakeMedSensor – a hand-held electrochemical sensor device – has been created by researchers in the School of Applied Sciences to verify the authenticity of medicines quickly, accurately and affordably. Designed for use across the supply chain, it offers a fast, portable solution for healthcare workers, manufacturers, and even patients.
As high-demand weight-loss and diabetes drugs, like Ozempic, surge in popularity, the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has reported the seizure of 869 counterfeit pens in the UK already. Combined with increasingly complex global supply chains, this highlights the urgent need for medicine authentication tools – a challenge researchers at Brighton are now tackling head-on.
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Could white storks make a return to the skies in London? A new survey led by the University of Brighton and rewilding charity Citizen Zoo asks the question.
The Thoughts on Storks survey is part of an ambitious effort to explore whether these elegant birds could live and breed in the capital once again – centuries after disappearing from the UK due to hunting and habitat loss.
White storks were once native to Britain but vanished around the 15th century. Now, thanks to a successful reintroduction project led by the White Stork Project at the Knepp Estate in West Sussex, wild storks have begun breeding here again for the first time in over 500 years. Sightings across Greater London are becoming more common – prompting experts to ask: could the capital be their next home?
That’s the question driving an innovative new project led by Dr Rachel White from the University of Brighton’s School of Applied Sciences, exploring whether the capital’s urban landscape could support these iconic birds, just as other European cities have done. It asks residents and visitors to share their thoughts on storks, their knowledge of the species, and how they feel about sharing the city with more wildlife.
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The university is proud to announce sponsorship of Trans Pride Brighton 2025, reaffirming its commitment to equity, support and inclusion.
Trans Pride Brighton is the largest trans-specific Pride event in Europe and takes place this year on Saturday 19 July. The university’s support for the event is a way of underscoring its dedication to equality, diversity, and the celebration of gender diversity.
Professor Donna Whitehead, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Brighton, said: “My colleagues and I are delighted that the university is sponsoring Trans Pride Brighton this year. We know that the day is so much more than just a celebration. It’s a raising of voices for trans rights and a call to protect and respect the community.
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Meet Mariia Kondrateva, an international graduate from our Town Planning MSc degree at the University of Brighton. Originally trained in planning in her home country, Mariia came to the UK to build on her experience and transition into a new professional environment.
We caught up with her to hear about her journey from student life to securing a role at Brighton & Hove City Council as a Transport Planning Officer.
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