Top reasons to study Nursing at Brighton

At Brighton, we place the values of the NHS constitution at the heart of our nursing degrees, offering a stimulating learning experience for you to start and progress your career in this field.

Read on for a selection of top reasons why studying Nursing at Brighton is an excellent choice for you!

• Professionally accredited courses – It may seem easy to overlook, but studying on an accredited courses is a requirement to become a nurse. That’s why we ensure that all our nursing courses are accredited, so you are eligible for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) when you graduate.
• Employability – 100% of our child and mental health nursing graduates, and 95% of our adult nursing were in work or further study 15 months after their degree – Graduate Outcomes Survey.
• Specialise in your area of interest – At Brighton we offer three options of Undergraduate nursing degrees, allowing you to specialise in your area of preferred interest. These include Adult, Child and Mental health. Find out more about these specialisms here.
• Specialist facilities – At Brighton we have invested heavily in updating our facilities and equipment to ensure you receive the best experience possible. These include clinical skills and simulation rooms where you’ll learn using state-of-the-art mannequins. You will also take advantage of our nursing skills zones that are fully equipped to teach skills in ECG electrode application, administration of medicines, life support and so much more!

• Established nursing society – By studying nursing at Brighton, you’ll be able to join the amazing BSU Nursing Society. This society welcomes students in all areas of nursing and those from other allied health care profession courses. This is an excellent resource not only to attend social events and connect with your peers, but also to participate in charity efforts and academic events to network with other health professional societies.
• Participate in Schwartz Rounds – Founded in the USA, Schwartz Rounds are being adopted in clinical settings across the UK and offer a unique opportunity to attend facilitated sessions listen to stories and share reflections in a supportive and confidential environment. At Brighton our rounds and are designed to support you through the emotional, ethical and social aspects of the clinical world and act as a resource to combat the stresses of student life, whilst preparing you for your career.
• International and national placement opportunities – Real world experience is especially valuable as a graduate nursing student, that’s why we offer varied placements in both hospital and community settings, plus an opportunity to experience nursing overseas on an international placement in year 2 or 3.
• Brighton Boost financial support – At the University of Brighton, we’re here to support you in making the best start to your university journey. With our new postcode checker, you can quickly see if you’re eligible for our Brighton Boost financial support package, designed to help you with the cost of living and make everyday things just that little bit easier.
• Non repayable grants – All of our undergraduate nursing degrees offer a non-repayable grant of at least £5,000 each academic year, with mental heath nursing offering at least £6,000. Find out more about the NHS Training Grant here.

Learn more about studying Nursing at Brighton.