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Former nurse turns personal struggles into pioneering foot health resource for student nurses

A university student who had to quit her job as an emergency nurse because of a foot injury has used her experience to help the next generation of nurses, care for their feet. Jane Summers, who is studying for a Master’s degree in Podiatry at the University of Brighton, has developed an easy-to-access digital manual…

University of Brighton to open UK’s largest indoor cricket academy

The University of Brighton has announced the UK’s largest indoor cricket academy, enabling aspiring cricketers to develop their talents while earning a degree. Brighton Cricket Academy is a groundbreaking partnership between the University of Brighton and Square One Education Ltd which will offer top-tier professional coaching and cutting-edge facilities from September 2025. Based at the university’s…

Brighton Degree Apprenticeships shine in Ofsted inspection

The University of Brighton has received a ‘Good’ overall effectiveness rating for its degree apprenticeships following Ofsted inspection in February 2025. The report highlights numerous strengths, painting a vibrant picture of apprentices’ experiences and the quality of our provision. The university was graded as ‘outstanding’ for behaviours and attitudes, underlining the high professional standards and…

Pioneering new study tests how a simple ice slushy could protect against heat exhaustion for the elderly and vulnerable

A groundbreaking study from the University of Brighton examines whether a simple icy drink taken prior to activity could protect older adults from dangerous heat stress linked to gut health. With extreme heat now one of the biggest weather-related threats to human health, researchers at the University of Brighton are turning their attention to a…

I loved my nursing home placement

During their degree student nurses complete 2,300 hours of practice learning – a mix of placements in a range of settings and simulated practice at uni. Final year Nursing (Adult) BSc(Hons) Maddie Browne spent one of her placements at a nursing home, and as Senior lecturer John Krohne explained: “Nursing homes can be viewed by…

Try out university at a summer school

If you’re in year 12 or your first year of 6th form college, you have the chance to try out what it’s like to study at university at one of our summer schools. We are offering residential and online summer schools, and all are free to attend. Residential summer schools Get a taste of different…

Brighton and Sussex Wildlife Trust unite to protect Falmer campus chalk grassland

The University of Brighton has partnered with Sussex Wildlife Trust to restore and protect the chalk grassland at its Falmer campus, an essential local habitat. As part of the university’s ongoing commitment to enhancing biodiversity and sustainability across its campuses, students, staff, and volunteers from the Sussex Wildlife Trust’s Wilder Communities team came together this…

University of Brighton leads national effort for greener intensive care

The University of Brighton leads a pioneering initiative to make ICUs more environmentally friendly with the launch of ground-breaking sustainability guidance. This new guidance – the first of its kind in the UK – offers practical solutions to help intensive care units (ICUs) across the UK reduce their environmental impact. By focusing on energy efficiency,…

University shortlisted for Student Nursing Times Award

Lisa Ford, Senior Lecturer in the School of Education, Sport and Health Sciences, has been shortlisted in the Student Nursing Times Awards 2025 for an innovative placement project delivered with apprentice learners. The ‘Welcome to our World (WOW) Project: a collaborative approach to developing a novel practice learning experience for Registered Nurse Degree Apprentice (RNDA)…

Returning to study – a nursing student’s journey back into education

For many, deciding to return to education later in life can feel a little daunting. Whether it’s balancing studies with family life, adjusting to new methods of learning or simply finding the confidence to take that step, there can be a lot of things to consider. We spoke with Marianne, an Adult Nursing student who…