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.
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University of Brighton’s Duncan Baker-Brown is leading key discussions on sustainable architecture at FutureBuild 2025, one of the UK’s largest construction industry events.
As pressure mounts for the architecture and construction industries to embrace sustainability, Duncan Baker-Brown, Principal Lecturer and Climate Literacy Champion at the University of Brighton, will lead critical discussions at FutureBuild 2025, spotlighting how architects can drive the shift towards a more circular and eco-friendly built environment that benefits both people and the planet.
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Choosing the right place to study is a big decision, one that shapes both career and personal growth. For graduates of the MA in Architecture and Urban Design (MAAUD) at the University of Brighton, the experience was not just about education—it was about discovery, collaboration, and transformation. Continue reading “Insights from Architecture and Urban Design Graduates at Brighton”
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, showcasing its leadership in sustainability within the region.
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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 life such as food, nightlife, culture, affordability, happiness, and overall atmosphere.
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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 health, wellbeing, and dignity in health and social care. It will be awarded to a candidate who is committed to making a difference to the wider trans community and will provide a unique opportunity for in-depth research that can explore the issues and opportunities for trans people.
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University conference invites industry experts to view the educational response and skill preparations to critical challenges faced by the construction industry.
Taking place on Friday 10 January, the event will demonstrate how students from the Built Environment programmes, accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), in the School of Architecture, Technology and Engineering tackle the critical challenges facing the construction industry – safety, sustainability, and meeting housing demands. Continue reading “Bridging the gap: University of Brighton students demonstrate next-generation skills for net zero and safe building solutions”
The University of Brighton is at the forefront of two groundbreaking research initiatives that unite the UK and India to address some of the world’s most pressing issues.
From rethinking housing design by learning from grassroots builders to empowering traditional artisans with contemporary tools, the two major research projects led by the University of Brighton highlight how creative innovation, sustainability and heritage can work hand-in-hand to build a better future and address urgent global challenges. Continue reading “University of Brighton champions UK-India collaboration to tackle environmental, economic, and social challenges”
At the University of Brighton, we’re here to support you in making the best start to your university journey. With our new postcode checker, you can quickly see if you’re eligible for our Brighton Boost financial support package, designed to help you with the cost of living and make everyday things just that little bit easier. Continue reading “Check if you’re eligible for £1,250 and a lower grade offer”
As we wrap up 2024, we want to take a moment to reflect on the past year’s achievements, milestones and stories that have shaped the year here at the University of Brighton.
There’s so much to celebrate – we’ve seen groundbreaking research, community impact and inspiring student success across every area of the university. Continue reading “Looking back on our 2024: A year of innovation, creativity and impact”