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How I used Discord to find friends and housemates at Brighton

“If you’ve got an offer, I recommend you join the Discord community. It made everything easier.” – Elodie, First Year Music Business Student In this blog, we talk to Elodie, a first-year Music Business student who used our official University of Brighton Discord server to find her housemates before she arrived. She shares how joining…

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Why I joined the LGBTQ+ Society: a student’s perspective

Hi, I’m Emerson and I study Economics at the University of Brighton. I have been a member of the LGBTQ+ Society since my first year, and I was a committee member for my second year before stepping down ahead of my placement year. I joined the society because I needed it. The LGBTQ+ Society is…

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Why I joined the Ecological Society

Starting university can be a daunting process, but joining a club or society is one easy way to make it less scary. There are so many benefits to joining a club or society, and when I started my degree, I decided to join the Ecological Society. The Ecological Society is one of the 150+ clubs…

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My journey to Brighton: planning life as a commuting student

I first travelled to Brighton with my family from Bexhill and saw how vibrant and lively Brighton was with its great blend of both culture and innovation in the arts. This is what made me interested in applying for Brighton, though looking back I do wish I could have told my past self some more…

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Foodie Finds: A Students Top Places to Eat in the City of Brighton!

Let’s have a look at some of the top places for students to eat in Brighton. We’ve divided them up so you can quickly find what you are looking for. Cafe’s: Brighton is home to some of the best and most diverse food places in the UK, this is a list of my personal must try…

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University Societies: Everything a Student Needs to Know!

(At the University of Brighton the societies are run by the Brighton Students’ Union – BSU) As an incoming student, or if you’re just considering going to university – you’ll probably have heard about or been encouraged to join a society. At University of Brighton, societies are an amazing way to meet people, have fun…

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A Week in the Life of a Student Studying English Language and English Literature

Hello everyone! I’m here to give you an idea of a typical week for me as an undergraduate English Language and Literature student. A bit about me! I’m an international, mature student at the University of Brighton and I’m about to start the final year of my course! Starting University, be that straight from high…

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Your Essential University Accommodation Checklist!

📅 Updated for 2025: This post has been refreshed with the latest advice for students starting university this year. Before moving to university I was constantly checking on social media for inspiration for both my room decoration and the so-called necessities of university. I found that most of these advice panels, although helpful, would list…

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The Ultimate Freshers’ Checklist: Essential Buys for a Smooth Start to University Life

📅 Updated for 2025: This post has been refreshed with the latest advice for students starting university this year. So, you have made it to university, congrats! While you are probably daydreaming about endless freedom, the freshers’ week activities, and not having to answer to your parents anymore, there is the small matter of being…

Brighton Students’ Union – speak to our societies

There are over 100 societies to be part of at the University of Brighton, hear a bit about what some of them get up to. Table Top Society Hey all, we’re the Table Top Society here to promote social interaction through playing board games and taking part in Dungeons and Dragons campaigns. The idea is to play RPGs and other…

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