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Top 3 reasons to study at the University of Brighton

Brighton is a welcoming and diverse city on the south coast of England. The university welcomes hundreds of international students each year from all over the world. In this blog post we share our top three reasons why you should make Brighton your home from home. 3rd-most diverse and inclusive city in the world In…

What to do as an international student in Brighton over the Christmas break

With the Christmas holidays fast approaching, Brighton is the perfect place to get in the festive spirit. With on-campus activities and festive fun in Brighton, the city really comes to life during December! Festive activities on campus The International Student Advice team are hosting a range of free events to help international students feel the…

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Hanukkah 2025: Traditions, meaning and ways to celebrate

The 8-day Jewish holiday known as Hanukkah falls on the evening of 14 December 2025 and ends on 22 December 2025. This holiday is an opportunity for the Jewish community to reflect on the past year and participate in traditional foods, games and gifting. What is Hanukkah? Hanukkah (or Chanukah) means ‘dedication’ in Hebrew and is an eight day long celebration, usually falling between late November and December. It’s a holiday celebrated by the…

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Why Brighton is the ultimate destination for a semester or year abroad

Each year, we welcome students from across the globe to Brighton for a semester or year-long study abroad programme. Brighton is a special place to live. It’s stimulating, exciting, inclusive and friendly: big enough to be inspiring and small enough to feel like home. Find out why Brighton could be the place for your study…

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…

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Thanksgiving 2025: How to celebrate the American holiday while in the UK

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 every year, and this year is on Thursday 27 November. What is Thanksgiving? Thanksgiving is a national holiday, celebrated primarily in the United States. Often commemorated with a large feast, the iconic…

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Celebrating International Students’ Day at the University of Brighton

International Students’ Day is an annual celebration on 17 November that honours our global student community in higher education. This year we’ll be sharing some of our international student stories on our social media channels, and current students will be marking the day on campus with our International Student Advice team. The history of International…

Welcoming the Iraqi Cultural Counsellor to the University of Brighton

The University of Brighton was delighted to welcome Professor Kossay Al-Ahmady, Cultural Counsellor of the Republic of Iraq, to our Moulsecoomb campus. Hosted by Professor Rusi Jaspal, Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research and Knowledge Exchange), the visit included conversations about collaboration, a tour of our facilities, and time for speaking to some of our current Iraqi students….

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International students visit the historic Sussex town of Arundel

On a sunny weekend in October, a group of our study-abroad and international students explored one of England’s most picturesque historic towns – Arundel in West Sussex. Learn more about this town and see what our students got up to on their trip! About Arundel Arundel sits along the banks of the River Arun in…

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Celebrate the festival of lights for Diwali 2025!

This year, the celebration of Diwali will begin on 20 October 2025 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…