Brighton Life

Win 1 of 25 iPad tablets to level up your studies!

Our partners at Santander Universities are offering University of Brighton students the opportunity to win one of 25 x new Apple iPad tablets to enhance their student experience. Giving you the tools you need to build a brighter future This is just the latest in a series of initiatives that Santander are running throughout the…

Get ready for the My Brighton upgrade

The new version of My Brighton, the University of Brighton’s online student portal will launch on Thursday 16 May. Make sure you’re ready for the big switchover. You’ll still get access to all the same services like your uni email, timetable and My Studies. Plus, there’ll be a few extras. Over the summer break, we’ll add…

Recycling and giving back artwork on a wall.

Moving out this summer and have items you no longer want or need?

This year the University is partnering with the British Heart Foundation to help students in private rented accommodation donate their unwanted stuff to charity when moving out. We’re trialling this new Street Collection service in the following streets around the Moulsecoomb campus between 3 June and 2 September: The Highway The Avenue Hillside Widdicombe Way…

Mental Health Awareness Week 13 to 19 May 2024

Mental Health Awareness Week 13-19 May 2024

From 13 to 19 May, this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week will be taking place, during which a series of events will be running to help signpost support services and encourage conversation among students. All week, we will be offering free activities to get students active, with a range of events scheduled for each day,…

Free Bike Maintenance Checks, 13-17 May

Take advantage of free bicycle maintenance checks on campus from 13-17 May 2024. A ‘Dr Bike’ mechanic from Bike for Life South will be providing the free bike checks at Moulsecoomb, Falmer and City campuses. The basic maintenance check offered includes minor mechanical adjustments and cycle advice including: bikeability advice such as use of gears, brakes and on…

My Brighton upgrade: New look & improved mobile access

We’re excited to announce some important changes coming to My Brighton, the University of Brighton’s online student portal, next month. The switchover to the new My Brighton will take place on Thursday, 16 May. Here’s what you need to know and, more importantly, what you need to do to get ready… What’s changing? My Brighton…

Free Beryl BTN Bike hire before 10am 15-28 April 2024

Brighton’s Pay As You Go hire scheme is offering free hire on its pedal bikes before 10am, to encourage commuters to give cycling a go. Pedal only bikes will be free to hire to all registered Beryl members in Brighton & Hove from midnight to 10am each day between Monday 15 April and Sunday 28…

Art and media students invited to transform Marina Benches – design competition

Brighton Marina is excited to announce the return of the successful bench design competition, inviting students from the University of Brighton’s School of Art and Media to unleash their creative talents. This unique opportunity challenges aspiring artists to craft an innovative vinyl wrap that encapsulates the theme of ‘Sussex Nature and Wildlife’. Competition Opens: Monday…

Guidance on night-time safety, spiking and how to get support

Brighton is generally a fun and safe place to be, but being aware on a night out is really important. Spiking awareness stall – Sussex Police Learn more about spiking and get advice on night-time safety by speaking to members of Sussex Police team on 20 March, 12pm to 2pm, Cockcroft building, ground floor, by…

Fundraising Concert for the Sussex Cancer Fund – 20 March 2024

The School of Applied Sciences are organising their annual fundraising concert for the Sussex Cancer Fund. It will take place on Wed 20 March 6-8pm at St Andrew’s Church, Hillside, Moulsecoomb, Brighton. There will be a selection of choral pieces followed by some contemporary favourites performed by students and staff of the University of Brighton….