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Edzwan from Malaysia shares his experience of studying civil engineering at Brighton

Edzwan Redza Anwar is a Civil Engineering BEng graduate from Malaysia. We asked Edzwan what it was like to be an international student at the University of Brighton, and why he chose to study with us. In his Q&A, Edzwan discusses his time as a student and highlights the benefits of studying in a diverse…

Maja from Poland shares why she chose to study her marketing masters at Brighton

Polish student Maja Godziszewska shares her experience of studying her postgraduate degree in marketing at the University of Brighton. Maja has recently graduated from our Marketing (Branding and Communications) MSc, and is now working as a freelance marketer. Maja shares what motivated her to apply to Brighton, what her time was like studying here, and…

MRes student from Bangladesh shares his experience of studying at Brighton

International student from Bangladesh, Daniel Khan, studies on the Humanities MRes programme at the University of Brighton. We caught up with Daniel to ask him why he chose to study at Brighton and how he’s found the course. The Humanities MRes is tailored for students interested in conducting research in areas such as politics, philosophy,…

International student from Kenya on studying at Brighton

From an early age, I knew I wanted to study in the UK. Many people from my country (Nairobi, Kenya) pursue education abroad, and the UK seemed like the best option for me. Additionally, the opportunity to obtain British citizenship and a British passport, which I am currently in the process of acquiring, encouraged me…

India Students UK, University of Brighton

Showcasing Indian students in the UK

On 27 May Universities UK are launching a new campaign to amplify the voices of Indian students and provide insights into their university experiences in the UK. This campaign will explore the quality of education in the UK, students’ career prospects, diversity and what it’s like to be an Indian student in the UK. Throughout…

International Students Day: New research finds strong links between study abroad and poverty reduction

International students from University of Brighton and across the UK contribute significantly to national and global poverty reduction targets, new study finds. The research from academics at the University of Oxford uses data spanning the last two decades to reveal the impact of international mobility on poverty alleviation, highlighting the contribution international students make to…

Study graphic with books and study equipment with photos of Ally framing the blog title

Studying abroad in Brighton, UK: An international student’s perspective

Blog post by Ally Armstrong Course: International Business Management BSc, School of Business and Law Before I arrived What drew me to study in Brighton was a mix of curiosity and a desire for a unique adventure. As an American, I had always been intrigued by the idea of studying in Europe, and my Scottish…