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What it’s really like to live and study in Brighton

Hi there, my name is Louie, and I am a second-year student here at the university studying Sports Journalism. Within this blog I’ll be providing some useful information about what it’s really like to live and study at a uni by the sea… This includes my experience on campus, the city itself and the lifestyle…

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How I met my people through sport at Brighton University

Hi, I’m Kameron Forward and I study mechanical engineering at The University of Brighton. Joining the university’s Rugby Union team in my second year completely changed my university experience for the better. I went from never playing the sport before to it quickly becoming the highlight of my time here. This blog post shares how…

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…

Careers support and law placements at The University of Brighton

What Law careers support can I get at the University of Brighton? I’m Morenike, a Law student here at Brighton, and I’ve gained placements and legal work experience through the support of our Careers Hub and the Careers and Employability team. If you’re a college student thinking about studying Law and want a degree that…

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How I found a job at Uni: A student’s guide

Hello everyone, my name is Marissa and I am a third-year International Travel and Tourism student at the University of Brighton. I am here today to give you some tips and tricks about finding a job within the university while managing your studies. Navigating the complexities of university life can be challenging, especially when it…

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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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My experience as a commuting student to Brighton

At first, I was incredibly apprehensive about commuting to university and that’s not the only thing that has changed since then! I also started on a different course and living in halls but now I am in my last year of studying on a new course while also commuting from home! It took me a…

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How Netball changed the game for my university experience

Having a passion for sports while moving to university is an exciting opportunity; It is an ideal time to make friends and spend your time investing in extracurricular activities. I am a first-year education student with a passion for team sports and being active, in this blog I will give a firsthand perspective of what…

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How being part of the ‘Believers’ Loveworld Brighton’ Society has improved my uni experience

Are you looking to find a community for yourself whilst at university and away from home? At the University of Brighton there are over 150 societies/sports teams run by the Brighton Students’ Union (BSU) and this list is the perfect place to find one! There is a society for everyone! Whether you are looking to explore something you…

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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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