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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…

Brighton rises again in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025

The University of Brighton has risen by a further 16 places in this year’s The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025. Brighton now stands at 71 in the overall UK league table, up from 87 last year. This follows a rise of 11 places in the previous year, and of 19 places the…

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Come to an open day!

Join us for an undergraduate open day this autumn Our Falmer campus open day takes place on Saturday 16 November. Join us to: find out more about your course with our talks and tasters explore the Falmer campus and its facilities with our tours get advice on admissions and entry requirements, accommodation and student funding…

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Student teachers gain the Primary Science Enhancement Award

Three of Brighton’s student primary teachers have received the Primary Science Enhancement Award (PSEA) for Initial Teacher Education (ITE). The PSEA scheme enables student teachers to increase their experience and understanding of teaching and learning in primary science . The scheme draws on rationale, processes and resources developed by the Primary Science Teaching Trust, the…

Education courses rise to 2nd in the Guardian University Guide

The Guardian University Guide 2025 was published over the weekend and the University of Brighton has risen to 2nd in the UK for education courses – a climb of four places! Plus, we were the only institution to receive a value added scored of 10 in the subject area. The value added score compares students’…

A Day in the Life of a Student Primary Teacher

Amy Russell, a student Primary Education teacher at the University, recently shared a detailed look into her daily routine as she prepares for a career in teaching. In this blog, Amy takes us through her dynamic schedule of seminars, hands-on activities, and reflective study sessions on the primary teaching degree. An Introduction to the Primary…

Starting at uni with us in 2024?

We know you’re going to have the best time with us here, and The Brighton Boost will help you to make the best possible start – with discounts and bursaries to support your cost of living and university services that make everyday things just that little bit easier. Our starting at uni pages are also…

Student teachers gain PSHE Association accreditation

A group of second year student primary teachers have been accredited with the PSHE Association Certificate of Professional Development for PSHE teachers. The PSHE Association is the national body for PSHE education, and supports over 60,000 teachers and schools with resources, training, guidance and advice. The 16 students achieved the accreditation by teaching topics such…

Teacher training at Brighton ‘Outstanding’ in latest Ofsted Inspection.

University of Brighton’s teacher training programmes have been rated as Outstanding and Good by Ofsted following our recent inspection. The report, published this week, rated the university’s Initial Teacher Education (ITE) Partnership as ‘Outstanding’ for the Primary and Secondary age-phase and ‘Good’ for Early Years and Further Education. The outcome further underlines Brighton’s reputation as…

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A boost for your uni journey

If you’re joining us this September you could get help with halls costs, travel, parking and laptop loans. And if you’re looking for flexible part-time work, we can help with that too! University of Brighton has launched a package of funding, support and other services worth up to £1,750 to new students starting their courses…