Brighton Student bloggers

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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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A Week in the Life of an International Physical Education Student in the UK

Author: Ketan Srivastva, Physical Education BA, School of Education, Sport and Health Sciences Ever wondered what it’s like to be an international student in the UK? Join me for a week as I navigate classes, campus life, and cultural adventures while studying Physical Education at Brighton! An International Student’s Perspective As an international student coming…

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My Clearing Success Story at Brighton

Author: Hattie Furze, Graphic Design BA, School of Art and Media My account as a student who went through the Clearing process and successfully got onto the course of my dreams! My Personal Clearing Experience  My university Clearing journey was a rollercoaster of unexpected decisions and opportunities that led me to study my dream course…

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My experience studying Ecology and Conservation in the UK 

My experience as a second year Ecology and Conservation degree student at Brighton.  Why I chose to study Ecology and Conservation  Ever since I can remember I have been intrigued by wildlife. Growing up I used to spend my time watching nature documentaries, alongside visiting zoos and natural history museums. I grew up in the…

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What is Early Clearing? Top 5 Questions

I’m Charlotte, an English Literature and Creative Writing student who went through Early Clearing. Previously I didn’t know why clearing opens so early for some people, so in this blog I’ll answer questions about it and will speak about my experience applying to the University of Brighton in my video.       What is…

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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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How to make friends at university: tips and advice

Making friends in a new place can often feel like a daunting prospect. But no fear, here is a guide to help you with the ins and outs of university social life! 5 ways to make friends at uni Meet people in uni halls  Make friends at Freshers’ Week  Making friends at uni through mutual…

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Starting university in September? Read TOP TIPS from our graduates!

I graduated from the University of Brighton in 2018 and learnt so much in my three years of study. You definitely don’t need seven woks in a halls kitchen and there’s always help available to students, sometimes you’ve just got to ask. To help you prepare for September I’ve gone down to our 2022 Graduation…

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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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