Student News and Events

News and events for University of Brighton students

Christmas tree recycling in Hove

Get recycling this festive season

As the festive season continues, it’s essential to be mindful of the environmental impact of our celebrations. Let’s make a collective effort to recycle wisely and reduce waste

Christmas lights in Brighton
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Things to do in Brighton over the festive period (December 2023)

If you are in Brighton or Eastbourne over the festive period, check out some of the fun events happening around the city and at the university.

Hot coffee in woolen gloved hands

Your support network during Christmas closure 2023-2024

With the university being closed from 23 Dec and re-opening 2 Jan 2024, there are a wide range of organisations that we work with during term-time who remain open to you during this period.

Hove beach huts in the snow

Opening hours over the Christmas break 2023/24

The University will this year close from Thursday 21 December 2023 to Monday 1 January 2024 inclusive. In addition, some buildings will shut down for a longer period. 

Season's Greetings

Festive Greetings

As we approach the festive break, I would like to wish all those who celebrate a very merry Christmas, and a peaceful and relaxing holiday for all.

Moulsecoomb campus from above

Opening hours over the Christmas break

Due to the rising costs of energy the University will be closing some of it buildings earlier in the build-up to the Christmas holidays as a way to significantly reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions.

Brighton Ice Rink

Things to do in Brighton over the festive period – 2022

If you are in Brighton or Eastbourne over the festive period, check out some of the fun events happening around the city and at the university, put together by our residential wellbeing team.

Here for you - student with staff

Your support network during Christmas closure 23 Dec – 2 Jan

With the university being closed from Friday 23 Dec 2022 and re-opening Tuesday 3 Jan 2023, there are a wide range of external agencies and organisations that we work with during term-time who remain open to you during this period. We have put together this simple guide to outline the full range of different wellbeing support options and activities available from both the University and external services.

Hove beach huts in the snow

Opening hours over the Christmas break

With the Christmas holidays fast approaching, make sure you check our openings hours for December and January before you head off for the break. Remember, if you are travelling please follow the guidance on testing before you leave, and again in January before you return.

Here for you

Your support network during Christmas closure 23 Dec – 3 Jan

We have put together this simple guide to outline the full range of different wellbeing support options and activities available from both the University and external services.

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