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Helping to train Sierra Leone’s first physios

Our Alumni Association recently caught up with alum Desmond Macaulay to learn about the work he is doing to help train the first physiotherapists in his home country of Sierra Leone and his clinic in the UK. As well as being involved in training the physiotherapists he has been helping with providing library resources for…

Lily and Penny with the team in Thailand

Podiatry placement in Thailand

Two podiatry students spent a placement like no other in Bangkok as part of their degree. Lily and Penny are on the final year of the Podiatry (Pre-Registration) MSc and took a four week elective placement at Theptarin Hospital in Thailand. Theptarin is a specialised hospital for metabolic conditions with its own foot clinic run…

students standing in front of a presentation screen

Donor Research – co-creating student-led donation awareness education

The University of Brighton Donor Research Team is comprised of student champions and academics from the School of Sport and Health Sciences and the School of Applied Sciences, and wider collaborators from other universities, organisations, charities and the NHS. It has been a busy year for the team with another round of funding secured from…

Dr Theo Fotis working with participants at Leach Court

EMPOWERCARE project shows how technology can help older people manage their own care

University of Brighton researchers contributed insights to €4 million project investigating how innovative solutions can address gaps in care and empower users. Key findings from the EMPOWERCARE project have been shared regarding innovative solutions to support individuals and communities to manage their own care. Held virtually, the final conference brought together representatives from all 13…

Moving on up: Brighton climbs again in latest Complete University Guide

Brighton rose to 68 in the rankings – an overall improvement of 13 places on last year – and has now climbed a total of 44 places over the last three years. The university has also been ranked seventh in the south-east and in the top 60 nationally for graduate outcomes, reflecting the proportion of…

Gerald in the clinic with podiatry students

Meet podiatry lecturer Dr Gerald Agbarakwe

“I am passionate about the field of podiatry and how it can improve the lives of patients, and I look forward to continuing to contribute to the profession through my clinical work, volunteer experience, teaching, and research.” Dr Gerald Agbarakwe recently joined the University of Brighton’s podiatry team. Gerald is a graduate from our Podiatry…

Top tips for marathon running

Our best marathon training tips before, during and after race day! For marathon runners, looking after yourself is vital before during and after race day. Our Brighton experts provide top tips to help you run the 26.2 miles. Whether you’re an experienced marathoner or want to run your first 10k, it’s critical you get the…

Podiatry students volunteer to go the extra mile at London Marathon

Fifteen of the University of Brighton’s podiatry students will be rolling up their sleeves and treating injured runners at the London Marathon on Sunday 23 April. The volunteers will spend the day as part of the official marathon medical team, joining physiotherapists, doctors, nurses and St John Ambulance staff in treating all kinds of injuries from sprains and…

Radiography suite official opening

We were delighted to welcome some very special guests to the university’s Falmer campus for the official opening of our radiography facilities. Staff and students were joined by Ross McGhee (President of the Society of Radiographers), Katherine Day (Imaging Services Manager at Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust), representatives from MIS Healthcare and Vice…

Book an online subject taster

Thinking of studying a sport or health degree? Join one of our online subject taster sessions! These upcoming sessions offer the opportunity to join an interactive and informative mini-lecture with our lecturers and current students to get a feel for studying the subject at university. Events run from 5.30pm to 6.30pm on the following dates:…