Brighton Student bloggers

Sonia Kibet is studying civil engineering

My Clearing Story: Getting help as an international student in Clearing

Attending university had always been a dream for me since the first career talk I had at my primary school. Towards the end of the academic year, our schools arranged for some successful people to speak to us about the importance of having a goal to work towards. They asked each of us what we…

Elianne Pekoulis David is studying Architecture BA(Hons)

My Clearing Story: Finding accommodation for my architecture degree

For a bit of background about me, I have always wanted to come to university, as personally it looked like the best pathway for what I wanted to study. I have known I wanted to study architecture since I was a little girl as I was always fascinated by it and by the dream of…

Undine Evalde with one of her architecture projects

A day in the life of an architecture student

Before starting my studies as a Architecture BA(Hons) student, I knew close to nothing about the field. Now looking back on it I believe it was what enticed me. Let’s delve deeper into the last year of my studies to highlight what a day in a life of an architecture student might entail.

Ketan Srivastva is studying Physical Education BA(Hons)

My Clearing Story: How I found a sports degree in Clearing

I was clear about the course I wanted to study but was confused in choosing the most appropriate university for me. During the post-Covid situation in 2021, I was expecting my school marksheet and certificate, which was mandatory to upload in the application for university. But unfortunately, the result got very delayed from the examination…

A student’s guide to travel

In today’s interconnected world, the desire to explore new cultures and destinations is stronger than ever. Here are my advantages, challenges and tips for travel to help adventurous students like me.

A day in the life of an English Literature and Creative Writing student

I’m Angelica and I’m in my second year of my English Literature and Creative Writing degree. Here is a typical day for me – on placement, at lectures and socialising!

What is it like studying a pharmacy degree?

Hi, I’m Eva and I’m a third year Pharmacy MPharm student. Here is my experience of studying at University of Brighton – from lectures and work experience to getting support, my favourite places, social life, living in Brighton, and tips on making and saving money. How I found university different from college I struggled with…

Seniz at the South Downs National Park Authority at the Secrets of the Heath event in Borden.

Summer work experience as a uni student

I’m studying the four-year Ecology and Conservation MSci. I have worked both as a student ambassador and as a volunteer to get a much experience as I can during the summer months to bolster my skills, CV and connections in the community.

My experience of working while studying at uni

Hi, I’m Angelica and I’m in my second year of my English Literature and Creative Writing degree. I am a Student Ambassador, which means I am employed by The University of Brighton, and I work in the Outreach team with local schools alongside my course.

A day in the life of a pharmacy student

Hi I’m Eva and I’m in my third year of my pharmacy degree. A typical day in the life of a pharmacy student varies depending on what day of the week it is! The Pharmacy MPharm degree is mostly taught using a mixture of lectures, labs and workshops. Lectures are what most people think of…