Education studies and teaching courses at Brighton news

New teacher training partnership launches

The University of Brighton has entered a new partnership to expand its contribution to training and developing ‘outstanding’ teachers across England. The new partnership is with Surrey South Farnham SCITT (School-centred Initial Teacher Training) who work with over 115 schools in their area. Like Brighton, they are graded ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted and have a long…

Postgraduate training to teach information day

Thinking of getting into teaching? Do you have an undergraduate degree or are you studying for one? Learn about your options at our information day: Saturday 8 November 2025 11am–2pm Falmer campus University of Brighton Learn about the different postgraduate routes we offer into teaching in early years, primary, secondary and further education. You could…

Ross laying on the ground with his artwork

Another successful Glyndebourne residency

Student teachers on our Secondary Art and Design PGCE have the opportunity to apply for a residency with Glyndebourne. The residency has now been running for 10 years and it provides the three successful applicants with a unique opportunity. They are given exclusive access to Glyndebourne – its performances, grounds, staff and rehearsal rooms –…

Secondary history PGCE gets underway

How can pebbles from Brighton beach help us to understand about the nature of history? Student history teachers at the university found out the answer in their first week of learning at the University of Brighton’s Falmer campus. The Secondary History PGCE course ensures that everyone tries out practical strategies for teaching complex topics so…

University of Brighton underlines support for trans community with Brighton Trans Pride sponsorship

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,…

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…