Brighton Student bloggers

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Foodie Finds: A Students Top Eateries and Cafes to Try in the City!

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 cafes and restaurants in Brighton!  Cafe’s: Redroaster At three different locations throughout Brighton, this cafe has some of the best brownies I’ve ever had, the rose and passionfruit “Brownie-O” is a…

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Your Essential University Accommodation Checklist! 

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 hundreds of items that (although I took to uni) I never laid eyes on them from the moment I…

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Studying Abroad in Brighton, UK: An International Student’s Perspective

From an early age, I knew I wanted to study in the UK. Many people from my country (Nairobi, Kenya) pursue education abroad, and the UK seemed like the best option for me. Additionally, the opportunity to obtain British citizenship and a British passport, which I am currently in the process of acquiring, encouraged me…

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Studying Abroad in Brighton, UK: An International Student’s Perspective

Starting university in another country is a significant change, and as an international student at the University of Brighton, I’ve experienced both the excitement and the challenges that come with it. The idea of moving to a new country, adapting to a different education system, and making new friends can be overwhelming, but it’s also…

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A week in the life of a UX Design student – teaching, societies, fun outside studying

Choosing to pursue a Master’s in UX Design was one of the most exciting decisions I’ve ever made!  What UX Design means to me I have always been interested in art and enjoy following galleries and art events, but in addition to this I have also had a deep passion for technology and enjoy listening…

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Maximising student discounts

Hi, my name is Zuzana and I am here to share with you some tips on how to get the most out of your student discount! Grab your student ID and get ready to maximise your discounts. Now is the time to turn your status as a student into a superpower for saving. Always ask…

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A student’s guide to a budget-friendly day out in Brighton

Hello everyone! My name is Angelica, and I’m here to share with you some ideas for a fun day out in Brighton on a budget. Continue reading for a full day of activities for under £10! Explore Brighton for free Being on a student budget can be challenging, but there’s plenty of fun things you…

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Brighton student life: 10 reasons why it’s a good place to live

Brighton is one of the UK’s most diverse, entertaining cities. It’s a great place to live for students and here are 10 reasons why

A mature students guide to Brighton!

So, if like me you are a student of the more mature years you might be wondering what that entails in the city of Brighton and its University. Understandably £1 shots, cheap wine, and a messy bedroom in halls my not be your game plan, but don’t worry! For you and me alike Brighton and…

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My favourite nature spots in Brighton!

One of my favourite things about living in Brighton is that we get to have it all – city, coast, and nature all in one place. Brighton is surrounded by beautiful places to go walking, biking and hiking, but I’ve selected my top two for this article and put them on a map so you…

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