The Brighton Student Union Awards took place this week, celebrating the amazing work that our students, staff and volunteers do each year. Congratulations to Jordan and Jack on being highly commended! Membership Student Staff Member of the Year Highly commended: Jordan Landsborough, psychology and sociology. Students’ Union Volunteer of the Year Award Highly commended: […]
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. Professor Bullen was collecting an honorary Doctor of Science degree in recognition of her distinguished career in the NHS and her academic career which has […]
At this time of year, many of you are thinking about accepting your offer with us. Lois, 2nd year Psychology BSc(Hons) student explains what you can expect over the next few months as you prepare for university…. Oh, what a journey these last few months have been! I’m sure you’re fed up of UCAS and […]
Our psychology degrees all have an ‘applied focus. But what does that mean? Putting real-world experience at the heart of your learning, you will explore different perspectives and apply your learning to personal and social issues. Lois is in her second year on our Applied Psychology BSc(Hons) degree and shares her experience of studying with […]
Humanities staff member Jon Watson is one of three University of Brighton lecturers pitting their wits against students in Radio 4 quiz The 3rd Degree on Thursday 31 January – come and watch the recording at the Sallis Benney Theatre.
Cath Holmstrom, Deputy Head of the School of Applied Social Science is leading a research project, funded by the charity ‘A Better Brighton and Hove’, to look at men who have not been benefited by existing services and explore models of working that may promote better engagement. Read the full story here.
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 […]
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.
Starting at the us next month? Has it sunk in yet? We’re really looking forward to seeing you! 🙂 Student life is about more than just study. From volunteering opportunities to sport and fitness, there’s something for everyone. We have lots of useful advice and information on our website.
We are offering ESRC-funded studentships through the South Coast Doctoral Training Partnership (SCDTP) in a range of social science areas and disciplines. These studentships comprise a number of named projects including Globalisation and the trajectories of nation states after the financial crisis of 2008 Peer support and caring relationships in dementia Does taxation influence labour market […]