Creative writing lecturer Dr Jessica Moriarty is judging a county-wide poetry competition which is sponsored by the University. Continue reading “Calling all poets!”
Author: Kate Miller
Lecturers examine the cost of NATO intervention
How best to protect civilians from mass atrocities? This is the question asked by Humanities lecturers Robin Dunford and Michael Neu in a new article. Continue reading “Lecturers examine the cost of NATO intervention”
Linguistic PhD student insight into autism wins honourable mention
Gemma Williams’ work, We’re All Strangers Here based on her research into, and experience of, autism was awarded an ‘Honourable Mention’ in an international competition. Continue reading “Linguistic PhD student insight into autism wins honourable mention”
Artificial wombs, feminism and the abortion debate
Would the development of artificial wombs be a good or bad thing for feminism? How might artificial wombs change the debate on abortion? Continue reading “Artificial wombs, feminism and the abortion debate”
Barbara Chamberlain discusses British Witches
The School of Humanities’ Barbara Chamberlin discusses her passion for teaching, comics and her PhD, which focuses on British witches! Continue reading “Barbara Chamberlain discusses British Witches”
Student view: How my student ambassador role aids my studies
Hannah Francis (front row, third from left) is about to start her third year as a student on the History, Literature and Culture degree. Continue reading “Student view: How my student ambassador role aids my studies”
English graduate Elle Whitcroft talks about how one module changed her life
I chose the Literature and Media course at Brighton because like the city, it seemed diverse, interdisciplinary, and expansive — it definitely ended up being all of these things. Continue reading “English graduate Elle Whitcroft talks about how one module changed her life”
Humanities programme score high in NSS
Of the four degrees from the programme which featured in the 2019 National Student Survey, all have received Overall Satisfaction rates of at least 94%, with two courses achieving the outstanding result of 100%.
Continue reading “Humanities programme score high in NSS”
Decolonizing History
How should we remember the past? This has always been a hotly contested question, with massive political implications. Continue reading “Decolonizing History”
Project documents refugee crisis on Chios
School of Humanities lecturer Dr Eugene Michail is documenting the histories of those involved in the recent ‘refugee crisis’ on the Greek island of Chios. Continue reading “Project documents refugee crisis on Chios”
PhD student wins scholarship for work on the politics of war commemorations
A PhD student has been awarded a prestigious scholarship for her research into the politics of the centenary commemorations of the First World War. Continue reading “PhD student wins scholarship for work on the politics of war commemorations”
Catching up with Professor Peter Squires (podcast)
This week’s podcast is with Peter Squires, professor of criminology. Continue reading “Catching up with Professor Peter Squires (podcast)”
Graduate Show 2019: Eleanor Medhurst: Fashion and Dress History
I see Fashion and Dress History as a way to study society. Clothing can mean so many things, and it is an amazing lens with which we can view history. Continue reading “Graduate Show 2019: Eleanor Medhurst: Fashion and Dress History”
Call for Papers: Southern Perspectives upon Policing, Security and Social Order: Seminar and roundtable
Call for Papers: Southern Perspectives upon Policing, Security and Social Order: Seminar and roundtable Continue reading “Call for Papers: Southern Perspectives upon Policing, Security and Social Order: Seminar and roundtable”
Honorary Doctorate for Professor Kate Bullen
Professor Kate Bullen, Head of the School of Applied Social Science swapped her office at Falmer for the splendour of a graduation ceremony at the University of Buckingham recently.
Continue reading “Honorary Doctorate for Professor Kate Bullen”
New Centre for Contemporary Arts to open at university
Brighton will gain a dynamic new arts hub in the heart of the city this October when the University launches its new Centre for Contemporary Arts (Brighton CCA) with a programme of world-class exhibitions, projects and commissions from emerging and established international artists. Continue reading “New Centre for Contemporary Arts to open at university”
Free workshops examine the clothes on our backs
The university has teamed with Brighton Museum to run three creative workshops engaging members of the BAME community, students and staff, to work on archival material, creating poems, textiles and prose. Continue reading “Free workshops examine the clothes on our backs”
Hums professor probes fairness of England’s 1966 World Cup victory
Latest research by Professor Alan Tomlinson, the University of Brighton’s Professor of Leisure Studies, suggests England’s 1966 World Cup victory received a helping hand from FIFA president Sir Stanley Rous. Continue reading “Hums professor probes fairness of England’s 1966 World Cup victory”
Prestigious publication for The Shakespeare Hut
A University of Brighton academic’s new book has been published in the world’s leading Shakespeare scholarship series. Continue reading “Prestigious publication for The Shakespeare Hut”
Podcasts for health and social care professionals working with older people
As part of a multi-disciplinary team project, Jackie Lelkes, Senior Lecturer in Social Work, is helping to produce podcasts for health and social care professionals to enhance their understanding of older people.
Read the full story here.
Popular lecturer Richard Jacobs in new podcast
Listen to Richard Jacobs, Honorary Fellow in literature talk about creating the University’s literature course, his long career in teaching and why the study of fiction is more important than ever. Continue reading “Popular lecturer Richard Jacobs in new podcast”
Decolonise Brighton University holds first show
How Did We Get Here? is the first exhibition produced by Decolonise Brighton University, a recently-established student group committed to challenging the legacies of colonialism and racism on campus. Continue reading “Decolonise Brighton University holds first show”
Celebrate International Women’s Day
At the University of Brighton, we are proud to have an extraordinarily talented staff and student community – and we are committed to equality of opportunity.
Spending review must boost council’s ability to support low income households
Carl Walker, Reader and Course leader, MA Community Psychology, has co-wrote a report for the London-based Centre for Responsible Credit and the Local Government Association. Continue reading “Spending review must boost council’s ability to support low income households”
HOAD graduate curates student exhibition of Photography
University of Brighton graduate An Nguyen is curating an exhibition of Photography students’ work at ONCA Gallery. Continue reading “HOAD graduate curates student exhibition of Photography”
“The diversity is incredible. There is so much to learn from so many people.”
Alan Meggs, MA Creative Writing talks about his course and his fascinating career. Continue reading ““The diversity is incredible. There is so much to learn from so many people.””
Be fearless and ambitious
The top diversity officer with American Express has urged University of Brighton graduates to be fearless, ambitious – and to pace themselves. Continue reading “Be fearless and ambitious”
I’ve learned so much on the course it’s insane
Sarah Watts, third year History of Art and Design student is currently doing a placement at the Fabrica Gallery in Brighton. Continue reading “I’ve learned so much on the course it’s insane”
Meet the new Head for the School of Humanities
Watch a film of Professor Steven Maddison talking about his new appointment at the University of Brighton. Continue reading “Meet the new Head for the School of Humanities”
Tracing Brighton’s forgotten slave-owners
Research by University of Brighton academics has revealed that Brighton and Hove residents received significant financial compensation after the end of British colonial slavery in the Caribbean. Continue reading “Tracing Brighton’s forgotten slave-owners”
Igniting Innovative Collaborations through Creative Methods
18 researchers from across the university gathered together for a stimulating day of activities, discussing, applying and developing a range of creative research methods. The event, which took place just before Christmas, was supported by Creative Futures, with a view to facilitating collaborations between the many researchers at Brighton who have expertise in this field. Continue reading “Igniting Innovative Collaborations through Creative Methods”
Award-winning students celebrate their achievements in 2018
On Tuesday 4th December, the university held a celebration event comprising over 150 guests including students, staff, alumni, donors and supporters. Continue reading “Award-winning students celebrate their achievements in 2018”
Follow our Humanities programme on Twitter!
The School of Humanities has launched a new Twitter account. Continue reading “Follow our Humanities programme on Twitter!”
What is populism?
Senior lecturer, School of Humanities Andy Knott examines the question on The Conversation. Continue reading “What is populism?”
Check if you are eligible for a grant available to care experienced students
Student grants are available for some final year students who have spent time in the care of a local authority or are care-experienced. Continue reading “Check if you are eligible for a grant available to care experienced students”
Watson Building dedicated in memory of former Vice-Chancellor
We have renamed Mayfield House, located on our Falmer campus and home of the School of Applied Social Science, in recognition and memory of Professor Sir David Watson.
Professor Sir David Watson, was Director of Brighton Polytechnic from 1990 to 1992 and the first Vice-Chancellor of the University of Brighton from 1992 to 2005.
Read the full story here.
New student? Enrol online today :-)
New student?
Congratulations to everyone who’s received an offer. If you’ve had your place confirmed, you’ll be able to enrol online from today.
Kate becomes new President of the British Psychological Society
Professor Kate Bullen, head of the School of Applied Social Science, will become the new President of the British Psychological Society (BPS) at its AGM on 30th August.
Professor Bullen has been interviewed by the BPS’s ‘The Psychologist’ magazine as she takes the chair and said “I’m honoured to have the opportunity to serve as BPS President for 2018/19, during a time of exciting change and positive progress for the Society.”
Read the full story here.
Social administration graduate’s rise to diversity
Social administration (now Social policy and practice) graduate Sonia Cargan has been appointed Chief Diversity Officer for American Express at their New York headquarters.
You can read the full story here.
Teaching and learning conference hears how course adapts to a changing society
Robin Dunford, course leader for Globalisation: History, Politics and Culture, told a teaching conference how the course had adapted to reflect a changing society.
Continue reading “Teaching and learning conference hears how course adapts to a changing society”