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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…

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. The scholarship will provide a talented researcher with financial support and access to world-class resources, to develop a project focusing on trans and non-binary inclusion within the broad remit of supporting…

Brighton jumps into top 30 in new university sustainability league table

The University of Brighton has climbed an impressive 16 places to secure a spot in the top 30 of the latest People & Planet University League, a prestigious ranking of 165 UK universities based on their environmental and ethical performance. Brighton’s achievement also places it as the fourth most sustainable university in the South East,…

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Postgraduate Information Session

Looking to take the next step in your academic or professional journey? Join us for our Postgraduate Information Session on Wednesday 12 February 2025, from 3–6pm, across all three of our Brighton campuses. This is your chance to explore the exciting opportunities available for postgraduate study and research at Brighton. Whether you’re considering a master’s, a PhD,…

Top reasons to train to teach at Brighton

As a teacher you’ll get to inspire the next generation – it’s a job where no two days are the same and every lesson you teach can make a real difference. It’s also a career with great progression opportunities and a competitive starting salary. Plus, you’ll get more holiday than many other professions. There’s no…

Inspiring creativity during Art and Design PGCE placements

During her placement at Heathfield Community College, one of our Art and Design PGCE students Liao Hsien-Yi introduced Year 12 students to the art of plaster sculpture, inspired by artist Maria Bartuszova. The workshop was designed to encourage students to experience beyond 2D art and really have a hands-on experience with 3D materials. “When I…

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…

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Inspirational workshop from Brighton & Hove Museums

We were delighted to welcome Sam Hobbs from Brighton & Hove Museums to the university. Sam (centre in the photo above) is Head of Art at Angmering School in West Sussex and has been an art teacher for over 20 years. Alongside her school role, Sam is also Secondary Schools and Colleges Coordinator at Brighton…

Join us at our Postgraduate Training to Teach Information Day

Are you thinking about a career in teaching? Our Postgraduate Training to Teach Information Day at the University of Brighton is a great opportunity to explore your options and find out how we can support your journey. Join us on Saturday 16 November 2024, from 11am to 4pm at our Falmer campus in Brighton. This…

University of Brighton marks beginning of new era in the city

New and returning students began their studies this week at our three campuses across the Brighton at the beginning of a new era for the institution. The major redevelopment of the university’s Falmer campus has now been completed, enabling courses which had previously been taught more than 20 miles away in Eastbourne to relocate to…