Student Advice Service – Money Matters

News from the Student Advice Service at the University of Brighton

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How the university can help you save money – Money Week 2023

We all need to make our money stretch that bit further right now and the university is committed to offering practical support to help ease the burden. We don’t want you to miss out, so read on to find out what’s on offer

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How to get involved in National Student Money Week 2023

The need for better and sustainable budgeting has never been more apparent so help is at hand in the form of our Money Week event.

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Important information about EU Settlement scheme for EEA nationals

Are you a national of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein with Pre-Settled status in the UK? You should apply for Settled Status as soon as possible and here is why….

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Money Week is coming 6th – 12th March

After a couple of years of delivering Money Week remotely through the power of MS Teams and social media, the Student Advice team are back on the road in early March with our event of the year, Money Week. This year’s national theme is ‘Navigating the Numbers’ which ties in well with the current cost of living crisis.

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Cost of living payments – what are they and who is eligible to receive them?

Cost of living payments for people on low incomes. What are they and who is eligible for them?

How to access local foodbanks in Brighton and Hove

We have drawn up a list of local foodbanks which may be available to you. These are all facilities which have food and toiletries for collection. Where specified, you need to call ahead.  To help, we have ordered them by location so you can check postcodes and description

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How far can you go for £2?

Most bus companies throughout England have capped single fares at £2 until the end of March 2023. This is part of a government incentive to encourage more people to use the bus and support households during these challenging times.

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Falmer campus swap shop Wednesday 25th January

Do you have any unwanted clothes or Christmas presents? Come along to The Hive and swap your items instead of letting them go to landfill or forever collecting dust.

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University of Brighton Bursary payment

Undergraduate students eligible for the University of Brighton bursary should receive the first instalment next week, from 16th January 2023.

From 1p to £670 – how to save without feeling the pinch

From 1p to £670 – how to save without feeling the pinch. Its called the 1p challenge. In a nutshell, you start making savings on a daily basis starting with 1p on day 1, 2p on day 2, 3p on day 3 and so on…….

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