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Where can a Sport and Exercise Science degree take you? Insights from Brighton Graduates

Have you ever considered a career in sport and exercise science but wondered where it could take you? A degree in this field can open doors to a wide range of industries, from elite sport to healthcare, performance analysis, and beyond. But what does that journey look like in the real world? To provide insight…

PE students perform at The Dance Space

Students studying Physical Education BA(Hons) with QTS and Sport and Exercise Science with PE BSc(Hons) took part in a dance performance module assessment evening. The students created and performed an original piece of choreography as well as selecting accompaniment, costume and lighting. The performance took place at The Dance Space in Brighton. Performing at The…

University of Brighton and Sussex Cricket Club join forces to nurture state school talent

Young cricketers from state schools across Sussex are being supported to develop their talents through an innovative programme run by the University of Brighton and Sussex Cricket Club. Under the programme, students from the School of Education, Sport and Health Sciences are giving tailored strength and conditioning training to 13-16-year-old boys at the Sussex Cricket…

Brighton named one of Time Out’s 50 best cities in the world for 2025

Brighton ranks 34th on Time Out’s 2025 list of the world’s 50 best cities, making it the third-highest ranked city in the UK. The definitive annual list is published every year, based on feedback from tens of thousands of city-dwellers across the globe. This year, over 18,000 participants shared their thoughts on key aspects of city…

University of Brighton announces one of the UK’s first scholarships focused on the study of trans inclusion

A PhD scholarship focused on trans and non-binary inclusion has been launched by the University of Brighton in collaboration with The Paul Cottingham Trust. The scholarship will provide a talented researcher with financial support and access to world-class resources, to develop a project focusing on trans and non-binary inclusion within the broad remit of supporting…

Brighton jumps into top 30 in new university sustainability league table

The University of Brighton has climbed an impressive 16 places to secure a spot in the top 30 of the latest People & Planet University League, a prestigious ranking of 165 UK universities based on their environmental and ethical performance. Brighton’s achievement also places it as the fourth most sustainable university in the South East,…

Top reasons to study sport and exercise at Brighton

Studying a sport and exercise-related degree offers wide-ranging career opportunities whether you’re looking to improve health, performance or participation. Choosing where to study is a very important decision – read on for a selection of top reasons why Brighton is an excellent choice! Professional recognition Our degrees are accredited by professional bodies including: British Association…

Brighton recognised as top sports education provider

The University of Brighton has received the highest accreditation for its delivery of pioneering sports and physical exercise degrees. The university, which offers a range of sport and health degrees at its recently improved and expanded Falmer campus, has received the prestigious 3-Star ‘Enhancing’ grade accreditation – the highest possible standard of educational quality by…

Our new and improved sport and exercise facilities

If you’re looking to study sport and exercise, the University of Brighton has outstanding facilities. Our Falmer campus has recently been redesigned, renovated and upgraded with many additional specialist course-related facilities. Plus lots of new ones to use in your leisure time too! The Meads Building The Meads Building is home to our sport science…

student pushing weights in the S&C suite

New accreditation for Exercise, Health and Rehabilitation Science degree

We’re thrilled to announce that our Exercise, Health and Rehabilitation Science BSc(Hons) degree has been endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA). The endorsement is against two CIMSPA Professional Standards: Health Navigator (Occupation) Working with People with Long Term Conditions (Population) The CIMSPA Endorsement confirms that the course meets…