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Student teachers visit parliament

A group of Brighton’s undergraduate student primary teachers visit parliament as part of their course. The 15 student teachers are studying on the Primary Education (3–7 years) BA(Hons) with QTS and Primary Education (5–11 years) BA(Hons) with QTS. The students had a tour of the palace and watched a live debate in both the House…

Three young teens stood on Brighton pier on a sunny day looking out to sea

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 – helping to remove barriers and create opportunities for those who may have thought university was beyond their reach. The Brighton Summer Boost package has been introduced to make sure that students…

Brighton lecturer’s new book reveals the hidden universe living beneath our feet

A newly released book takes us on a microscopic safari featuring weird and wonderful creatures shows why the humble Moss plant could hold the key to major scientific breakthroughs. What if the greatest wildlife safari on the planet wasn’t across continents, but on your doorstep? In his curiosity-fuelled new book “Moss Safari: Exploring the secret…

Primary Moss Safari Workshop Day

Year 6 students from Telscombe Cliffs Academy Primary School visited the Falmer campus to take part in a Moss Safari. The event was run by the teaching courses science team, designed to support the science curriculum and to inspire those taking part to consider university. Introducing the 11-year-olds to the secret life in moss in…

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, in the 2025 Global 2000 list by the Center for World University Rankings (CWUR). This recognition highlights the university’s continued dedication to academic excellence, impactful research, and the success of its students…

Teacher with students doing a science experiment

Brighton Degree Apprenticeships shine in Ofsted inspection

The University of Brighton has received a ‘Good’ overall effectiveness rating for its degree apprenticeships following Ofsted inspection in February 2025. The report highlights numerous strengths, painting a vibrant picture of apprentices’ experiences and the quality of our provision. The university was graded as ‘outstanding’ for behaviours and attitudes, underlining the high professional standards and…

playing sit down catch in the playground

Student teachers help pupils get active

A group of 15 final year student primary teachers ran a series of activities at The South Downs School as part of their degree. The students have all chosen physical education as their subject specialism on the Primary Education (5-11 years) BA(Hons) with QTS course. The visit to South Downs, a school for pupils with…

Brighton Black History tour for student teachers

Student history teachers studying on our PGCE had a black history tour of Brighton which was devised in consultation with Brighton and Hove Black History Group (BHBHG). The tour included a visit to the Royal Pavilion, the Queen’s Hotel and other local highlights. The tour began with a visit to the grave of Thomas Highflyer…

Visit to Victoria and Albert Museum

Brighton student history students headed to the Victoria and Albert Museum to explore how to engage their pupils in a museum visit. The students were joined by student teachers from different specialist subjects for the annual field trip to enhance the cross curricular experience. Museums can be overwhelming even for adults and the theme of…

Try out university at a summer school

If you’re in year 12 or your first year of 6th form college, you have the chance to try out what it’s like to study at university at one of our summer schools. We are offering residential and online summer schools, and all are free to attend. Residential summer schools Get a taste of different…