Commuting | Brighton Student bloggers

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How commuting shaped my life as a student

Being a commuting student has been a unique and transformative part of my university journey. Traveling to the University of Brighton Falmer campus 4-days a week from Eastbourne has shaped my perspective on balancing academics, work, and personal growth while navigating the challenges and opportunities of living off-campus. My experience has taught me resilience, being…

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From train rides to lecture halls: my Brighton commuter story

When I decided to commute to university, I had no idea what to expect. At that time, I didn’t know anyone else who commuted to campus, and I was worried about how I could connect with my peers who would likely have already bonded in their halls of residence. Don’t worry! Thankfully, these fears were…

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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…

The ins and outs of the student commuting experience

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to juggle the thrill of university life with the reality of a daily commute? For many students, including myself, commuting offers a unique blend of challenges and rewards that shape not just our education but our entire lifestyle. My decision to commute to Brighton wasn’t made lightly—it was…

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Why I chose the commuter life: A student’s perspective on Brighton

Initially, when I first joined the University of Brighton, I decided not to commute and moved from my home county of Surrey to live in halls at Brighton. I made this decision because I wanted to experience university life on campus, stay where I was studying and have quick access to Brighton’s city centre. For…

Commuting to university: 3 advanced tips for student commuters

I commute to university and I’d like share my advice for students thinking about doing it. I’m Angelica and I’m studying English Literature and Creative Writing BA. Here are my advanced tips on how to save time and money, so that commuting to university works for you. Top 3 advanced tips for commuting to university…

Which accommodation should I apply for?

Deciding where to live while at University can be a daunting and overwhelming process, especially if you’ve never lived away from home before. It’s completely normal to feel this way, and you definitely aren’t alone! I was incredibly nervous and overwhelmed despite having lived independently for 2 years before coming to university. It can be…

Commuting to university: advice from a graduate

More students than ever will be commuting to uni this year, due to coronavirus restrictions and the introduction of remote learning. As a former commuter student, I want to share my advice and tips why I chose to commute to uni with you! 5 pieces of advice from a commuter student Be prepared Some days…

Studying in my hometown

Why I choose to stay in Eastbourne to study a foundation degree and a bachelor’s degree is a question asked by many, including myself. Now, looking back three years later, staying in Eastbourne was the best decision I made. After finishing the first year of my BTEC (level 3) Diploma in Sport at the East Sussex…