community | International Office Blog

Happy Thanksgiving from the university of brighton infant of a green and white plaid backround,with pumpkins and leaves

Celebrating heartwarming traditions this Thanksgiving

Bringing some pumpkin spiced warmth to the November chill by celebrating friends, family and gratitude during the American holiday. Thanksgiving falls on the fourth Thursday in November, and this year is on Thursday 28 November. What is Thanksgiving? Thanksgiving is a national holiday, celebrated primarily in the United States. Often commemorated with a large feast,…

International Students’ Day 2024: What studying in the UK means to me

This Sunday is International Students’ Day, which is celebrated every year on the 17 November. International students at universities around the world celebrate this day and many share their thoughts on the power and importance of higher education. Ketan Srivastva, a Physical Education undergraduate student here at the University of Brighton, shares what International Students’…

Happy Diwali colourful blog image with floral elements and candles

Celebrate the festival of lights for Diwali 2024!

This year, the celebration of Diwali will begin on 1 November 2024 and last for five days. Diwali, also known as Deepawali, is a festival celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs and some Buddhists. What is Diwali? Diwali, or the festival of light, is an important religious holiday. Originating from India, Diwali is named ‘row of lights’…

Architecture graduate from Uganda shares his Brighton Effect story

In honour of Black History Month 2024, architecture graduate Joel Wallace Erabu shares how his experience at the University of Brighton has led him to help disadvantaged communities and inspire the next generation of architects. Joel now works for Arcadis, the second largest architecture firm in the world operating in over seventy countries, alongside part time positions…

Masters courses starting in January 2025

Join our dynamic postgraduate community of approximately 3,600 students in January 2025. We have a number of postgraduate courses offering start dates in January, which allows you more time to prepare to study in the UK if you received your results over the summer. Many of our postgraduate courses are accredited by professional industry bodies,…

Welcome to our new international students!

Welcome to our University of Brighton community! As you begin your academic journey with us, here’s a glimpse of what awaits you in the exciting 2024-25 academic year. Starting university as an international student can be challenging, with new cultures, environments, and academic systems to navigate. Here at Brighton, we’re here to make this transition…

Students on Brighton Palace Pier overlooking the sea

Top reasons why you should study at the University of Brighton

Choosing the right university is a significant decision for any student, particularly if you’re considering studying abroad. We welcome more than 3,000 international students to the University of Brighton each year. Our focus is on helping you unlock your potential. We provide a thriving academic community where you can learn from experts and gain the…