As part of our Summer Shows, we’re celebrating the bold, innovative work of our final-year students.
In this blog post, Kim Lau, a student studying Architecture RIBA Part 2 MArch, shares more about her final project, which reimagines Newhaven’s East Quay as a vibrant, inclusive space that celebrates its industrial heritage while fostering a sense of community.
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Every summer, the University of Brighton comes alive with creativity during its annual Summer Shows—an inspiring showcase of student work across art, design, and architecture.
In this blog, we hear from Interior Architecture BA(Hons) student, Joan Johns, as they reflect on their experiences and time at Brighton.
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As part of this year’s graduate summer shows, we are chatting with some of our final-year students to hear more about the projects they are currently working on.
The Art and Design Summer show features the work of final year students studying architecture, interior architecture, design engineering, sustainable design, interior design, fashion history, product design, and art and design history.
We recently caught up with Neve, who is studying Interior Architecture BA(Hons), to hear more about her work, influences and the valuable experience she has gained at Brighton.
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The University of Brighton has earned a place among the world’s leading universities. Brighton has ranked in the top 4.3% of institutions globally, in the 2025 Global 2000 list by the Center for World University Rankings (CWUR).
This recognition highlights the university’s continued dedication to academic excellence, impactful research, and the success of its students and alumni worldwide.
The 2025 CWUR rankings are the largest of their kind, based entirely on outcome-based data, rather than surveys or self-submitted statistics. Universities are assessed across four key pillars: education, employability, faculty, and research – all of which reflect measurable impact on students and society.
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The Growing Sussex project aims to develop the region’s agricultural and wine industries by integrating advanced private 5G technology, paving the way for smarter, greener farming practices while creating new opportunities for the local economy.
As a core delivery partner, the University of Brighton is launching a dedicated 5G network – a secure wireless network that allows devices to communicate faster and more reliably – at its Moulsecoomb campus. This hub will serve as a centre for research, skills training, and technological development, helping participating producers and growers adopt data-driven, sustainable growing methods.
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As part of this year’s summer shows, we are chatting with some of our final-year students to hear more about the projects they are currently working on.
The computer degree show allows students from all computing courses to showcase their final poster presentations and skills to potential employers, industry professionals and the wider community.
In this blog post, Alan Crane, who is studying Computer Science BSc(Hons), tells us how she came up with the idea for her project and shares her favourite moments while studying at Brighton.
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A University of Brighton student has earned international recognition for creating a groundbreaking AI platform that accurately forecasts injuries in elite athletes, potentially transforming how professional football clubs manage player health and performance.
Abdulmalik Alshamari, a first-year Software Engineering student, developed Champions Hub, a web-based platform that uses open-access player data and a custom-built algorithm to predict injury risks with over 80% accuracy. The system analyses nine key metrics—including fatigue, workload, recovery, and training load—to detect early warning signs of injury.
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As part of our Graduate Summer Shows, we’re celebrating the bold, innovative work of our final-year students.
One such student is Charlotte Ledger, currently studying Architecture RIBA Part 2 MArch, whose thoughtful and environmentally conscious design work will be featured in this year’s MA Summer Show – a free public exhibition showcasing the creativity and vision of our postgraduate community.
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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 new Brighton Sport and Health Complex, Brighton Cricket Academy will be the second largest indoor cricket facility in the world, providing a world-class training environment catering to student cricketers of all ages, genders, backgrounds, and abilities. The academy programme will support players in fulfilling their potential both on the field and in their academic studies.
Brighton Cricket Academy will be open to all University of Brighton students at foundation, undergraduate, and postgraduate levels, catering to aspiring professional cricketers and those with a passion for the game.
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As we launch our exciting new Interior Design BA(Hons) course at the University of Brighton, we’re proud to introduce the passionate educators behind the programme. First up is Dr. Zakkiya Khan, Senior Lecturer and Course Leader, whose global experience and creative vision are helping shape the next generation of interior designers.
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