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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.

How university helps you get a job

Studying at uni is fun and rewarding but getting a job at the end of your studies is a priority. Whether through industry placements, live client projects, gaining practical skills or polishing your CV, here 10 of our students share their experiences.

Matilda Bircham, primary teacher trainee

What I’ve found: studying a primary maths education degree.

I’m Matilda and I’m training to be a teacher on the Primary Mathematics Education degree with QTS BA(Hons). Here is what I’ve experienced on the course, studying on a beautiful campus, developing my teaching style and benefiting from exciting placements. This course is my path into teaching I was working in high schools for three…

What I’ve found: studying a psychology degree at University of Brighton

I’m Sheriza DMello and I’m studying a Psychology BSc degree. Here I’m going to tell my experience – from lectures and research to gaining independence, employability skills, making friends and exploring this wonderful city! I study my passion at uni If it’s any consolation to anyone that hasn’t made up their mind, I was unsure…

My top tips for learning at university

My name is Darja, I’m studying Sport Coaching BSc and here are my tips to make that jump to uni study so much easier!

How university prepares you for a career

Although I went to university without a clear pathway in mind, I chose to study Business Management with Finance and Placement Year BSc. Business Management can open doors to many jobs and I told myself that I could find my way along the course and at least get a job at the end of it….

Studying on Moulsecoomb campus: a photo tour of my favourite study areas

I’m Katy and I’m in my final year studying media on the Moulsecoomb campus. Here are my favourite areas to get work done on campus – from editing suites to study areas and my favourite little corner of the library. Uni study space 1: The Edit Suites I love the practical side of my course!…

How to learn more effectively at uni

When becoming a university student, something I noticed straight away is there are lots of gaps in the timetable. And this is because there is a lot more scope for independent study. Whatever your course, you will be expected to do further research in your own time, and this may seem overwhelming. However, something that…

Staying in touch with family on an online call

Four ways to boost wellbeing at uni outside class

There are lots of support services to help you out at uni, but also plenty of things you can do yourself. I’m Faye and I’m in my final year of Business Management with Finance BSc. Here are my top tips on how to stay healthy and happy at uni – from sport, societies, keeping in…

A Student Residential Advisor’s role at uni

Hi – I’m George and I’m an engineering student from Greece, entering the final year of my Mechanical Engineering BEng. I have served as a Student Residential Advisor (SRA) for my uni campus since September 2021. Here I’m going to tell you how SRAs help students and what’s involved. The role of an SRA The…

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