University of Brighton International Student Guide 2022

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT GUIDE

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GRADUATE EMPLOYMENT RATE Our graduates leave us with the confidence and skills to make a difference. 91.6% of our full-time, first degree home graduates were in work or study 15 months after completing their course.

(Graduate Outcomes 2017–2018)

We have signed the Care Leaver Covenant and are committed to supporting care leavers at university, through our care leaver bursary, access to student support and guidance tutors, and employment opportunities.

We have First Class honours in the People & Planet University League 2019. People & Planet is the student network campaigning to protect the environment.

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As a Brighton student you’ll be part of a learning community where you are able to influence the way we do things and shape the student experience.

Everything we do is driven by what our students tell us is important to them and by our institutional values – inclusivity, sustainability, creativity and partnership.

These values remind us what we stand for and guide our research and enterprise priorities and our approach to learning and teaching.

Your learning will feel collaborative and hands-on – something you’re actively part of, not something that just happens to you. It’s my job to work with my colleagues to make sure that your university is a supportive environment where you have the space to explore and practise what you learn, becoming skilled and confident in meeting each new challenge and able to fulfil your potential and ambitions.

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We hold a Race Equality Charter Bronze Award, an Athena SWAN Bronze Award recognising our commitment to gender equality, and we have been recognised by Stonewall as a top employer for LGBT people.

OUR GLOBAL COMMUNITY

You don’t need to wait until you graduate to benefit from the alumni community. We are in touch with 160,000 Brighton graduates in more than 140 countries around the world and many offer mentoring and placement opportunities to our students. www.brighton.ac.uk/alumni

Our subject areas

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ARTS AND MEDIA

® Fashion, textiles ® Film

and 3D design

® Fine

art ® Journalism ® Media ® Photography ® Sound and music ® Visual communication

TECHNOLOGY

® Architecture ® Civil

engineering

® Construction and building ® Engineering ® Mathematics ® Product and spatial design ® Computing

BUSINESS AND LAW

® Accounting, finance and

economics and management

® Business ® Law

® Marketing,

events and tourism

CHOOSE BRIGHTON A good move 02–05 Your choice Our international community 06–07 Potential + possibility 08–13 Your learning experience Employability 14–17 Employability on and outside of your course Here for you 18–21 Your support system Your space 22–23 Campuses A place like no other 24–29 Brighton and Eastbourne Life + soul 30–33 Sport, societies and Brighton Students’ Union Home from home 34–37 Accommodation

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APPLIED SCIENCES

® Biology

and ecology ® Biomedical science ® Chemistry ® Geography, earth and environment ® Pharmacy

HEALTH AND SPORT

® Health

professions ® Medicine ® Nutrition ® Public health ® Sport and exercise

EDUCATION

® Education

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PLOT YOUR COURSE Course list Degree preparation courses English pre-sessional programmes

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HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

® Criminology

and sociology of art and design ® Humanities ® Language ® Literature ® Politics ® Psychology ® Social work ® History

This prospectus was published in October 2021.

We hope it gives you a sense of what it’s like at Brighton; the subjects and courses we offer, where you could be living, what you can get from a Brighton degree and what our students have found.

If you visit our website you can explore our courses, up-to-date and in detail. You can also chat to our students, take virtual tours and sign up for events – online and in person.

ALL ABOUT How to apply Fees and funding How to find us

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It’s okay to not know exactly where you’re headed right now – even if you do, degree-level study has never been about fixed answers. We’ll support you in independent learning and research, in creating your own path and in getting comfortable with your influence and purpose in the world, whatever you choose to do.

In it together As a Brighton student, you’re a partner in our academic community; you’ll be empowered and enabled to influence your learning experience and to drive changes for the better.

For example, students can apply to become Inclusive Practice Partners (IPPs), a paid role working in collaboration with peers and staff on things like reviewing curriculum content and developing resources on decolonising learning and teaching in their subject area. IPPs develop skills in public speaking, facilitating groups and mentoring while – crucially – contributing to the co-creation of a truly inclusive curriculum.

Kyle, product design I’ve always been the sort of person who likes helping people.

I get satisfaction from knowing I’ve made something easier for somebody, so by choosing product design I feel like the skills that I will gain will hopefully mean that other people will benefit.

Yousra, international business management Studying international business management has equipped me with skills from the start, but it has also made me see that there are loads of opportunities to improve our world’s economy.

ON DOING SOMETHING GOOD

Maybe you know what you want to do – like our pharmacists, lawyers, doctors and architects. Choose one of our practical, applied or accredited degrees and you’ll leave here qualified to enter your profession. Or simply choose something that matters to you or that you’re really fascinated by, and see where your commitment and curiosity take you. Either way, you’ll graduate with the transferable skills to embrace new opportunities or change direction when you choose to.

ON DOING SOMETHING GOOD

Plotting your course At Brighton your course will be active and hands-on, challenge-based and anchored in the real world.

I graduated with a Microbiology degree from India. I wanted to explore more about the education system in the UK so I decided to top up my qualification with a Masters in Research. Masters in Research is helpful to develop an aptitude towards research before you step into the world of a PhD. I’ve developed my academic writing and presentation skills.

Initially it was highly stressful, but the university staff supported me and helped to smoothen the transition.

ON PERSONAL CHANGE

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ON DOING SOMETHING GOOD

ON FLEXIBILITY

ON DOING SOMETHING GOOD

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Sophie, geography with archaeology The course is extremely relevant to modern-day issues, such as racism, sexism, body image and environmental issues, unearthing their roots to see how they are now the foundation of the society we live in. The most important part is what you do with all this knowledge and knowing the power of the individual for change.

Grace, physiotherapy I struggle with essays and I always have, but one of my modules had the option to do either an essay or a presentation for the assessment. I chose to do the presentation and I ended up doing a lot better than I thought I would. I was really appreciative of having the option to choose which I was more comfortable with.

Jamie, medicine Like a lot of people I chose something healthcare related because I wanted to help others and I feel really proud of the NHS. The pandemic has really shown how important healthcare can be, and it’s been really inspiring to see my colleagues and the people I graduated with do such important work such as vaccine data collection or running coronavirus testing centres.

Backing you Your background and experiences so far are what give you your unique perspective. At Brighton we know that when different perspectives come together, brilliant new thinking happens – and that’s why working to create a community that’s inclusive, equal and diverse is so vital.

If your circumstances so far haven’t given you many advantages, then your journey to us is all down to your own determination. You deserve to be able to make the most of your time here; to be bold and confident as you explore your studies, your ideas about your future and your place in the world.

Doing something good Universities – communities of students and staff together – have a huge part to play in creating solutions to big human challenges, like global health, the climate emergency, shaping economic recovery, and addressing social and racial inequity.

Brighton graduates are ready to respond to the world, whatever comes next. They apply their knowledge and skills to make a practical difference; their creative and critical thinking leads to innovative ideas and new solutions; and their self-knowledge and self-belief enable the leadership needed to bring people together.

MEET OUR STUDENTS Chat to our students about why they chose their course and Brighton and how it’s going for them. www.brighton.ac.uk/chat

Kanoj, economics Normally the expectation is you’re learning antiquated concepts at university, but this isn’t the case. Everything we learn is applicable to the current state of the economy. Many places teach theory; Brighton also equips you with actual skills useful beyond university.

My passion for crafting influenced my choice to study fashion. I love to create pieces and exhibit as well as run fundraisers which are all things we get involved with on my course. I also believe in a change in fashion leaning towards sustainability and individuality which led me to choose my course so I can be a part of it.

Fandanidzo, international tourism management I am more self-aware, and this goes on to affect how I approach my day-to-day decisions and life.

Physically, I’ve taken much greater care of my body whether going to the gym or just eating healthier.

Mentally and intellectually, I’ve grown a resilience which I never had when starting university.

ON DOING SOMETHING GOOD

Tiffany, fashion and business

ON PERSONAL CHANGE

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ON DOING SOMETHING GOOD

I am very proud of the person I will be graduating as.

Opportunities that me of three years ago would have declined I now jump at. I am slowly getting out of that mindset of following others and am taking up leadership positions. University is the time where you learn how to live independently and make important life decisions. It prepares you for the real world.

ON PERSONAL CHANGE

Ugonna, biomedical science

Hal, digital music and sound arts I hope with the skills and contacts I have made studying at Brighton, I will achieve my goals.

Studying at university has definitely helped me be more outgoing and confident. I have gone from being a wallflower to a conversation starter, and I’m sure the friends I’ve made here will be with me for life.

Employability to me means have I got the skills, knowledge and ability to go and do whatever I choose in the future? I feel like I could walk into any job, disregard teaching completely, and know that I’ve worked on things like being organised, timekeeping, working to deadlines, which are all essential employability skills. I know that I’ve got a set of skills that an employer is looking for.

ON EMPLOYABILITY

Noki, primary education ON PERSONAL CHANGE

I was a shy person, so it was scary for me to say something during seminars. However, after a few months, when I got to know my course mates and tutors better, I could participate in seminar debates more openly. I am very thankful for this experience because it helped me to overcome my fear and I feel more confident in myself.

ON PERSONAL CHANGE

Brigita, history of art and design

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Gareth Topp, Head of Internationalisation I work with a global team of staff based in the UK, China, India and the Middle East working hard to support our international students on their journey from first learning about the University of Brighton right through to starting their course with us.

I also work closely with our International Student Support team to ensure our international students receive the support they need whilst they’re studying with us and also in collaboration with our academic schools, careers and alumni teams to make sure we provide students with the education, opportunities and qualifications they need to set them on their path to their chosen career – wherever in the world it takes them.

If you have any questions I and my colleagues in the International Team are here to help.

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Our global links International employers are involved in course and teaching development, so your degree is relevant in the global employment market. We also have links with universities around the world and produce world-class research that is practical and ready to make an impact.

Study abroad We offer study abroad and exchange options for students who are at university in their home country, but who would like to experience living and studying in the UK. . We have also received funding as part of the government’s Turing Scheme which supports students to study and work abroad. www.brighton.ac.uk/studyabroad

Student societies We have around 2,900 international and EU students at Brighton.

Connect with students from your own country and make new friends from around the world at the international students society, and at one of the country or region themed societies. Check the Student’s Union website for your society. www.facebook.com/groups/ uobintsoc www.brightonsu.com/societies International alumni We have over 160,000 active alumni from around the world. Join our alumni association to connect with former students and benefit from a lifelong link to the university and the friends you’ll make here. www.brighton.ac.uk/alumni

Connect with us There are lots of ways you can connect with us – meet one of our international officers in your country, get face-to-face specialist advice about applying to Brighton from our agents, or talk to one of our graduates from your country.

Our agents

We have a network of approved international representatives with offices in 46 countries. They can provide information about our courses and help you with the application process. To find an agent in your country visit www. brighton.ac.uk/international/ country.

Our international team

Our university team attend British Council education exhibitions and other recruitment fairs in many countries. Find out more about us and how you can meet us when we are in your country at www. brighton.ac.uk/international/ country.

International scholarships and funding We offer a range of scholarships to eligible undergraduate and postgraduate international students to help towards your costs. Find out more on page 55. www.brighton.ac.uk/money If you’ve already studied a course at the University of Brighton you may be eligible for our alumni postgraduate scholarship of 20% worth of tuition fees.

Full details can be found on our website. www.brighton.ac.uk/international/pgscholarships Guaranteed accommodation A safe and comfortable home is really important. That’s why we guarantee all international students a place in university accommodation in their first year. To secure a place you’ll need to firmly accept your academic offer and apply for your accommodation before the deadline. www.brighton.ac.uk/accommodation

My Studies My Studies is where you’ll be able to find study materials for your course, an online library, email, news feeds, blogs and announcements relevant to you – and to connect with other students.

Before you start university, you will be able to see personalised new student information including important dates, checklists and FAQs. https://my.brighton.ac.uk/ Study support Study skills development sessions and resources are available for anyone who might need to brush up on essay preparation, time management, taking notes or revision techniques. These can be online or in person working with experts or your peers. www.brighton.ac.uk/studyskills

Our alumni

We can put you in touch with a graduate from your country who can tell you more about the benefits of studying at the University of Brighton. www.brighton.ac.uk/ internationalaskalumni

Online

We host events for prospective students throughout the year including Q+A sessions especially for international students. www.brighton.ac.uk/online-events

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Ahead – and settled – from the start We’ll support you in the transition to university study well before you start your degree. Our online Belong at Brighton programme includes guidance on how to prepare for your course, with pre-arrival tasks related to your area of study to build your knowledge and confidence. We’ll give you insights into city life and advice on living away from home, so it will feel like a familiar place by the time you get here.

Georgia, media production I have a range of different practices within my course: written work, editing and a lot of handson practical work – it suits me as I learn better from doing than just hearing what it’s all about. I came from doing a BTEC which was hands-on and practical too, but here it’s different. There’s a more independent approach to learning, but there’s a lot of help available.

Claudia, quantity surveying I have found that having lectures that you can re-watch is immensely helpful. If there are certain bits I have struggled with I can re-watch the lecture at my own pace until I have grasped it.

ON LEARNING MY WAY

Better ways to learn As a student in 2022 you’re going to have a learning experience that’s more varied and flexible than ever before. When we design our courses we listen to our students, so we’ve made sure we really understand what it’s like to have lectures, seminars, assessments and even exams online.

From being able to revisit the materials at your own pace, to the convenience of not always having to travel in to uni to talk to tutors, to making the most of opportunities to develop digital and communication skills – we’ve built these benefits into your course in ways that enhance your face-to-face learning and hands-on experience.

ON REMOTE LEARNING

Opening doors We treat everyone who applies as an individual; we care about all of your achievements and the experiences you’ve had that set you apart.

Studying a degree is so different to college/sixth form in so many ways – one set of exams at the end of two years really didn’t work for me. Uni isn’t like that – my course has two sets of exams across each year so you can spread your revision out, and there are also practical assessments and coursework that make up a decent percentage of your final marks, so you don’t have to rely on exam performance alone.

ON ASSESSMENT

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Inclusive learning Our students have diverse talents and strengths and our courses are designed with that in mind. Your course will be made up of modules that allow for in-depth study, as well as opportunities for project work, collaboration and active participation in research.

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Modules are reviewed regularly to make sure that all parts of your course are accessible and inclusive. So, whatever your learning background you can make the transition to degree-level study – and influence how you learn and how you’re assessed.

How we teach You’ll be part of an academic community with connections to industry and professions. You’ll get to know, and learn with, lecturers, technicians and visiting experts who love their subject, and who combine their teaching with professional practice and research.

Kyle, product design I never actually finished college, I hated everything about it. I eventually did an Access course, which felt more like uni, in that it’s a lot more independent and you’re treated as an adult.

Shi Pin, podiatry At university you are in charge, you take control of your own learning. But you’re not on your own because the tutors are always there for you when needed.

ON INDEPENDENT STUDY

Freedom to explore All our degrees give you the flexibility to tailor your learning to your interests. You can choose the option modules, placement and volunteering opportunities that inspire you. And you can discover the topics that intrigue and excite you the most, then explore them in depth. This allows you to focus on what you love, and to create a course that’s as individual as you are.

ON INDEPENDENT STUDY

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My course is great because there isn’t just one focus, you learn about how physical education can have an impact on all ages and people. In the first year you cover different sports and give them a go; we have a great range of facilities, and lecturers with specialist knowledge. Then in second and third year you have the chance to pick modules and tailor the course to suit your interests.

Chris, civil engineering You grow to support the people on your course, getting work finished together, sharing knowledge and having big well-deserved celebrations after completing exams and coursework.

Shamaila, computer science

Carmen, alumni My relationship with Brighton did not end after graduation. I was able to develop a professional relationship with Professor Marina Novelli, who visited Burundi in 2009 to research aspects of tourism in a post-conflict situations of fragility, which we later jointly published in one of the top tourism journals.

ON RELATIONSHIP DEVELOPMENT

As an international student, you might be overwhelmed and homesick. Making friends will ease your heightened emotions. When attending orientation week you are able to approach your classmates and interact with them. Join societies as it is really easy making friends with people who have similar interests as you. If you keep going to the same places such as the gym, you will make friends there as well since everyone wants to help each other out. Remain positive and reach out to people that may look nervous or timid since everyone just wants to make friends.

ON SETTLING IN

Shahd, civil engineering

I like the fact that different modules suit different learning styles. With computer science, you talk and then try it, figure it out, come back with the questions. It’s not just someone talking about something for an hour; you go through it, you have a go at it, then come back and if everyone’s got it we move on, or if there are problems then we fix the problems – it’s very practical.

ON OUR ACADEMICS

The staff here are incredibly supportive. The lecturers are always happy to help out with any questions that you might have.

There are also SSGTs (student support and guidance tutors) who can help with the less academic issues like homesickness or stress.

ON COURSE MATES

Victoria, physical education

ON CHOICE + FLEXIBILITY

Tutors encourage you to pursue what you enjoy, be it a certain process, design style, set of materials, or anything else you find interesting. Some briefs are specifically restricting to challenge you, but most allow you to steer the projects in the direction you find most stimulating.

Paul, civil engineering

ON LEARNING STYLES

As an autistic student, I was able to create a Learning Support Plan (LSP) which enabled me to better manage my anxieties during exams and assessments. LSPs are for students who struggle with individual obstacles and might include extra time in exams or alterations to assessments.

Eve, graphic design

ON CHOICE + FLEXIBILITY

Nicole, law

ON CHOICE + FLEXIBILITY

I love the variety between modules, each of them feels like they use a different set of skills.

I am working on four different modules simultaneously and have a mix between coursework and exams and assessments. The work feels well-spaced, and deadlines for coursework are set well in advance.

ON OUR SUPPORT SYSTEM

Claudia, quantity surveying

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Tiffany, fashion and business The most impactful people you will meet are your technicians, they teach you all of the practical and technical skills you need to be able to realise your ideas. It is mindblowing the methods they teach you to make simple things look elegant and beautiful.

Yousra, international business management In one of my core modules called International Business Analysis we learned the exact steps investors take when considering a country and industry to invest in.

This entails getting the right data and conducting loads of precise research. Personally, it’s been eyeopening.

Manar, psychology At one point I missed a couple of lessons and was late a few times, my tutor could tell something was up. He offered extra support, booked a session, went through what I’d missed and gave me tips for my assignment. That’s the best thing a tutor has done for me.

That’s when I said, “yep I made a good choice and I belong here.”

Your course team You’ll get to know your course team, who are there to help you. Along with your other tutors, your personal academic tutor and your course leader will keep an eye on your academic and personal progress.

You’ll also have a student support and guidance tutor (SSGT) who can help with everything from homesickness, managing stress or accommodation issues. And if they don’t know the answer they will know someone who does (see pages 18–21 for more info).

Study skills Study skills development sessions and resources are available for anyone who might need to brush up on essay preparation, time management, taking notes or revision techniques.

These can be online or in person, working with experts and your peers.

Find out more at www.brighton.ac.uk/ studyskills.

Where you’ll learn As well as tutorials and lectures online and in person, lots of our courses involve learning in realistic simulated environments, with equipment and facilities that replicate those in industry and professional workplaces.

Whether you’re working in a lab, a studio or a simulation suite, you’ll have support from technicians who’ll help you to develop new skills.

There are libraries at all of our campuses, with extended opening hours into the evening and weekends.

You’ll also use the online library, with thousands of ebooks, databases and full-text journals. Our team of information professionals are on hand to help you find the specialist resources you need.

FIND OUT MORE

Turn to page 22 for more about our campuses and visit our website for virtual tours www.brighton.ac.uk/ virtualtours.

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Paul, civil engineering The support I have had here is unparalleled. I have also met some amazing people who I would never have had the privilege of meeting if I went elsewhere.

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ON OUR SUPPORT SYSTEM

In school or college, you learn what teachers tell you to learn.

It is different at university; you get to listen to so many different views and share your own with course mates and tutors. I really like subjects related to different theories in art. The course helped me learn more about sensitive topics and become more aware of the society around me.

Abby, computer science Course mates are the best friends because you can support each other with the assignments and when you have a slump in motivation they are the ones who’ll push you. Having someone there going through the same thing is so comforting.

My MBA taught me to develop my approach to different markets, thinking locally versus globally and adapting to changes.

Chris, civil engineering

ON COURSE MATES

Brigita, history of art and design

ON CHOICE + FLEXIBILITY

Julio, MBA

It’s not all taught in classrooms, you experience labs to study the properties of materials, site visits, and how to use engineering tools, like total stations (if you ever see people in high vis standing next to a tripod, that’s it!).

Fananidzo, international tourism management With students from different countries, social backgrounds and perspectives it’s an environment where you’re constantly learning something new.

ON SPECIALISM ON EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS

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In the business school the first year is very general and so that gives you a fantastic opportunity to be able to get to know as many people as possible, then it becomes more specific to the specialism that you select.

ON INDEPENDENT STUDY

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Iftekhar, business and marketing

ON COURSE MATES

My course is 100% coursework which I absolutely love; I always dreaded exams at school and college. There’s a lot more freedom at university in how you approach your assessments. I really like having this independence, but my tutors are always available for extra help.

ON CHOICE + FLEXIBILITY

Samah, English literature and creative writing

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Your studies will give you knowledge, expertise and qualifications

Our courses are designed to develop your transferable personal skills in things like self-management, communication, enterprise and research

My presentation skills have drastically improved. I’m quite socially anxious and before this course it was my worst nightmare however I now weirdly enjoy it.

ON TRANSFERABLE SKILLS

Kyle, product design

We create opportunities for you to be more connected, skilled and employable through added experiences, like volunteering, mentoring, entrepreneurship, sport and societies

Your course team and our careers and employability team will give you their professional advice and support from the very beginning

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I was fortunate enough to work on Crossrail in London. The placement year brought together the skills I learnt at uni and developed them – having valuable experience on site was amazing.

The careers and employability team helped me perfect my CV and prepped me for the interviews and assessment centres which set me in the right direction.

Sanjina, aeronautical engineering We are learning practical skills so that we know how things work practically as well as in theory.

There’s a lot of group work throughout the course, which really helps you build skills like teamwork. The group work can be the most fun parts of your degree.

ON CAREERS

Every course contains work-related experience, such as long and short placements, live project briefs or assessed voluntary work

ON PLACEMENTS

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I am currently working part-time with MaxMara, an Italian luxury brand in London, as a wholesale operations business analyst and after my term at university ends, I will switch to a full-time role. This is an area I have become interested in through my placement year and I’m very pleased to have an opportunity to work in logistics and operations straight out of university.

Develop your personal skills Transferable skills, like team working, problem-solving and project management, give you more freedom and flexibility when you make decisions about your career in the future. We work with employers to understand what they’re looking for, and build ways for you to develop those skills and personal attributes into all of our courses.

Get work-related experience Work-related experience varies by course, but might mean: • a year-long paid placement, usually taken after the second year • regular placements and workrelated learning completed throughout your course to achieve a required number of clinical or practice hours • assessed voluntary work • a four-to-six-week placement that is a credit-bearing module • live project briefs, often informed by employers’ real requirements.

Many of these, including placements, can be undertaken remotely.

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Ugonna, biomedical science Our course teaches us transferable skills like organisation, responsibility, verbal and written communication, research analysis...

I’m confident that even if I don’t end up working in healthcare, I’ve acquired skills that I can advertise to employers.

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Professional accreditation More than 50 professional organisations recognise and accredit our courses. If your course has a professional accreditation, it could give you an extra qualification in addition to your degree, a licence to practise, or exemption from professional examinations. Some courses also include membership of a relevant professional body while you are a student here.

Get advice and support Alongside your course team, our professional careers and employability team can help you to understand how your studies and your activities translate into soughtafter employability skills. From day one they can help you to identify and work on gaps in your skills and attributes, and present your experience and knowledge to employers. If you’re unsure, they can also help you think about what you might want to do in the future, so you can feel confident that you’re making the most of your time at university.

And they can help you find part-time work.

ON PLACEMENTS

Sam’s placement was with fashion brand MaxMara and she was offered a permanent job with them.

ON TRANSFERABLE SKILLS

ON CAREERS

Sam, fashion communications with business graduate

Manar, psychology I’ve chosen a placement module and I’m currently working for the university as a facilitator for a programme called Mood Boost, which is a four-week course delivering cognitive behavioural therapy for students. I enjoy it and it benefits me; I get both credit and experience.

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Be more connected, skilled and employable We can also help you to get involved in other activities designed to develop your employability.

• Sports, societies and clubs – interesting and fun stuff, and a way to make new friends and connections (see pages 30–33).

• Volunteering in the community – getting involved with community activities that you care about shows commitment and motivation.

• Working for the university – there are lots of ways you can be part of the campus community and get paid.

• Entrepreneurship – start your own project and develop your entrepreneurial skills with our help.

• Campaigning and democracy – add your voice to influence our future (find out more on page 32).

• Mentoring and supporting – selfdevelopment by mentoring others and being mentored.

FIND OUT MORE

www.brighton.ac.uk/brightonworks

The mentoring team found the perfect person for me

I first met with my mentor for an hour, we got to know each other, just casual. After that, we’d meet up every two weeks. I learnt so much from it because we are such similar people in terms of what we do. I think that’s why it works, he always gave me the best advice; he got me into reading, I’ve trained with his football team, it’s little things.

It has given me opportunities and I’ve never really had that before to be honest, because I didn’t know who to go to for opportunities.

Mentoring changed my mindset and made me a bigger person

Mentors will help you see that you’ve got nothing to worry about, just keep working hard at what you’re good at or what you want to be. There’s something you can be in this life and whatever holds you back, react to it in the best way and don’t let it stop you getting to your goal.

If you take part in a mentoring programme, you’ll see a change in yourself. I guarantee it I really want other people who feel like they’re in the position I was in to see the same change in themselves – it’d be so great.

You’re just setting yourself up for the future, I think.

The university really helped me find job opportunities

I changed my mind about applying to university

I didn’t intend to go to university but changed my mind in October.

Brighton was open to applications and took me in with open arms.

I chose economics as it was something I was interested in that had a general applicability to many dimensions. If you want to develop real life skills like accountancy, business structuring, employee psychology and identifying solutions given constraints, this course will help you do that. It’s a great course to develop frameworks for thinking.

The tutors are incredible

They go above and beyond to help you, if you put in the work, show enthusiasm and ask for help when you need it. Incredibly supportive, they made the lessons a ton of fun and I’m deeply grateful for all of their help.

We’re developing skills that can be applied beyond economics

Accounting and business law are definitely valuable skills that any employer would want, as well as econometrics if you’re looking to be a financial analyst. The economics modules are important to develop models of how the economy works, some of which you can actually apply beyond economics.

University is more than just lectures

I think this is the university that teaches you things you should know.

Most places teach theory, Brighton of course does that but it also equips you with actual skills that can help you in the real world.

ON BUILDING SKILLS

It was around about June or July, I saw an email about the identity mentoring match programme and so I applied for it. It didn’t take too long to apply so I just thought why not. I got an email straight back and from there, it was pretty straightforward.

ON HAVING A MENTOR

I didn’t know much about mentoring to begin with

Cristina, law with business

Kanoj, economics

Finding a placement was quite straightforward for me. We were sent weekly emails with jobs that we could apply for. I had close contact with the careers and employability team; they were very keen to help us improve our CV or practice interview questions, so that was really helpful as well. My placement is with TPR (The Pensions Regulator). They’re an important organisation and I was really interested in seeing how they work.

Everything was remote because of the pandemic

I did my induction day from my room and on the first day I met the whole team. They tried to get me involved in everything, so as soon as I started they gave me stuff to do on my own to learn and to practice and basically improve by myself very quickly. They started to teach me things like profiling and taking minutes in meetings.

The whole learning process was good

Every week they gave me something new to do and the time to mature that skill. When I felt like I didn’t understand, they reassured me and explained that it just takes time to get used to the language. I really love it; the team, the people.

Everyone is very supportive. I’m really shy, but they encourage you to ask if you’re not sure and are always keen to help.

ON DOING A PLACEMENT REMOTELY

Ismail, sport management

We had support from the university throughout the placement

There’s an action group every four weeks, we are about ten placement students and we discuss things like how our placement is going, things that we like, things that we dislike, and if we have any issues we can discuss them. It makes sure that everyone is on the right track.

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DAY-TO-DAY SUPPORT 01 02 Your personal academic tutor will help with your academic, career, and personal development, and you’ll have a student support and guidance tutor (SSGT) who’ll support and advise you on anything impacting your studies or wellbeing, from homesickness to managing stress. www.brighton.ac.uk/ssgt 03 If you’re living in university-managed accommodation, the Residential Wellbeing team are there to create safe, supportive and inclusive communities. Alongside the staff team, experienced students live and work in our accommodation

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as mentors, providing friendship and guidance to new students and offering a programme of social activities. www.brighton.ac.uk/ residential-life 04 You can talk to Brighton Students’ Union for independent, confidential and impartial support. www.brightonsu.com/ support

And there is focused advice and support for students who might be facing additional challenges at university, such as care leavers, estranged students and LGBTQ+ students. www.brighton.ac.uk/ careleavers 05

www.brighton.ac.uk/ estrangedstudents www.brighton.ac.uk/lgbtq 06 Mentoring can boost confidence and skills and we have focused mentoring programmes matching students with mentors that they can identify with. www.brighton.ac.uk/ mentoring

BUILD YOUR SUPPORT NETWORK 07 We’ve created selfhelp ebooks that cover key topics and issues from anxiety to bereavement. www.brighton.ac.uk/ wellbeingresources

08 Our students have free access to Togetherall, a safe and anonymous online mental health support platform. www.togetherall.com 09 Mood Boost is about student-to-student support.

Groups are run by students, who support one another in managing wellbeing.

And our Wellbeing Champions programme enables students to learn about managing their own wellbeing and to support their peers. www.brighton.ac.uk/ moodboost

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SPECIALISTS ON HAND Applying for your UK visa may seem like a daunting task but we can support you through each stage of the visa application process. www.brighton.ac.uk/ immigration 11

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10 The faith and spirituality team can offer pastoral support to students of all faiths and of no faith. www.brighton.ac.uk/faith

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12 Our disability support team is there for students with longstanding conditions such as physical disabilities, mental health, dyslexia and neurodiversity like autism and ADHD. The learning support coordinators can work with you directly to identify any support needs or adjustments and put together your individual learning support plan.

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whose services can also be accessed remotely, or on site at our Moulsecoomb and Eastbourne campuses. www.brighton.ac.uk/health

ENHANCED SUPPORT 14 Our disclosure response team offers fast, practical advice to students disclosing harassment or abuse and makes sure our students can get the appropriate help. www.brighton.ac.uk/ disclosureresponse

MEET SOME OF THE TEAM

15 The international student advisers can offer you help and advice throughout your time here on topics including support in making a visa application, problems with visas or passports, issues around registering with the police, and information about visa options after study.

16 Orientation provides a great opportunity to familiarise yourself with the university and life in the UK along with making connections before the term starts.

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Susan is our student support and guidance tutor coordinator. SSGTs work in each academic school and students can go to them for anything We have amazing specialist teams at the university but often students have a range of needs. Rather than having to go somewhere and sort out one thing and then go somewhere else to sort another, we can often deal with most of it.

Homesickness, loneliness, problems with their course – they’ll come and talk to us. Everybody gets stressed sometimes and that’s absolutely fine, we help students manage it so that it doesn’t become distress.

We might help with an application for mitigating circumstances, put a learning support plan in place which hadn’t been in place before, get them some counselling support and talk to their personal tutor about things that need to be addressed.

We enable students to do the things they want to do for themselves by removing some of the barriers – it’s enabling and empowering rather than a parental role. I give students space, time, a listening ear and some guidance, and often they have the answers themselves.

George is a student information desk adviser – they work at Falmer but there are desks at every campus The student information desks team is a one stop shop for students looking for help and support, and most students will speak to us at some point. Most of the time queries are dealt with straight away; that could be producing a letter for a student, booking them in for an appointment, or advising on the steps involved in setting up some support. At other times we might refer students to specialists in the university if their needs are more complex. We’re often the first point of contact for connecting students with our wellbeing, disability and dyslexia, careers and student advice teams.

Whether at one of our information desks, via email, by phone or via a virtual call, students see or speak to a familiar face with us; we’re not rushing through students, we can have a proper conversation with them and find out what support they need.

If students come to us distressed, we speak to them in a private setting, establish what they need and make sure they know they’ve got something in place, whether that’s an appointment, a drop-in session to come to or a list of contact details.

Marianne works with students and staff on student experience and equality issues to improve things for students from minority groups or students who face other barriers or challenges while they’re at university

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Jodie works as part of the International Student Advice and Support team, part of the Student Advice Service. Jodie specialises in providing immigration advice to international students.

Studying in a different country and navigating all of the systems in place can be challenging.

We have a team of International Student Advisers and International Student Support Officers who can help make things easier. Our International Student Advisers are specialist immigration advisers and can advise you on your application for a student visa, your rights and entitlements whilst in the UK, and on any problems you have related to visas and immigration whilst you are here. We can also help you if you are from the EU, EEA or Switzerland and need advice on the EU Settlement Scheme. When you finish your course we can advise you on the different work immigration routes open to you.

The International Student Support Officers can help you with practical issues such as how to open a bank account, how to register with a GP and issues such as culture shock, or help with English language. The International Student Support Officers also arrange the International Orientation programme and other events for international students throughout the year.

We want all students to feel valued and included and to easily access the support they need so that they can achieve their potential. I might work with a student who finds out they are pregnant and wants to know what support the university can provide, or a trans student who is at the beginning of exploring their gender identity and needs to speak to someone about what support is out there.

I also work with students who are at crisis point through the Disclosure Response Team. We are a group of trained advisers who provide practical guidance and support for students who have experienced an incident of bullying, harassment or violence and abuse. But any student who has queries and concerns about an issue that relates to equality and diversity can get in touch with me.

Mike is in the Disability and Dyslexia team which supports students with medical conditions, physical disabilities, mental health conditions and learning differences Some students might come to us with an identified condition that they’ve had support with before, whereas others may not have had any support at all. Some students might not realise they have a learning difference until they get to university and the workload intensifies. We can also help with temporary conditions, health problems and injuries.

Graciano is a mentor to students on our Identity Mentoring Match programme which aims to match students and mentors affiliated by their skin colour, background heritage or a shared experience of being racialised One of the main aims of the mentoring scheme is to identify role models for students that they might not meet on their courses. People naturally want to engage with familiar people who make them feel comfortable.

A learning support plan is a set of formal recommendations that go to a student’s course team about how their learning environment can be adjusted to better suit their needs.

Adjustments might include extra time in exams, extensions to deadlines, or allowances for different presentation styles. It might just be that they need be able to use a voice recorder in their lectures or an ergonomic chair in exam scenarios.

We help students to find their own pathways that are suited to the way they learn. It’s about upskilling students and making sure that once they’ve left university, they feel enabled to support themselves and go off into the world of work more equipped.

My role as a mentor is to be somebody who’s available to listen. We’ll talk about anything really, it could be something related to their next assignment, it could be something related to an incident in a classroom or it could be, “What do I do next in my career?” It’s possible to talk about it all.

What mentoring does is give you some key tools – your mentor can share their tools and techniques with you, which allows you to plan and tackle issues and create a different mindset. It’s empowering.

Mentoring strengthens people’s resolve to achieve what they want to achieve. It helps people to identify how to do better in whatever they’re doing, so they can move on to the next stage of their life.

Noel is a staff Residential Advisor, in the Residential Wellbeing team We’re here to support students living in university accommodation.

The kind of wellbeing support we offer includes giving advice, telling students about or referring them to other specialist services, liaising with different support services at the university on their behalf and generally being there for students through the transition of living away from home.

Our student Residential Advisors (RAs) are senior students who are trained to give support to their fellow students. Together with our student RAs we organise events to bring students together and create an inclusive and positive living environment for our diverse student community.

The Residential Wellbeing team is often the first point of contact for students who need wellbeing support and our staff Residential Advisers are on call every night of the year, including weekends and bank holidays.

FIND OUT MORE

For more about mental health and wellbeing at Brighton, visit www.brighton.ac.uk/wellbeing

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MOULSECOOMB CAMPUS, BRIGHTON – TRANSFORMED FOR OUR STUDENTS 01 Moulsecoomb is just two miles north of the seafront. Students studying diverse subjects like architecture, business, computing, construction, engineering, geography, product design, law and pharmacy are all based there and facilities include car and aircraft simulators, the trading room, usability lab, digital media and games studios, and hydraulics and avionics labs. There’s a new academic building,Elm House which is home to our School of Business and Law

Next to our campus, there are new cafes, shops and social spaces – plenty of places for our students to enjoy and be part of the community.

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LJ, mathematics Brighton has many campuses and you are always welcome on them.

It’s actually nice that a lot of sports are in different places, so you get to go places and meet new people.

Yousra, international business management Brighton uni is constantly innovating its buildings and making them accessible for everyone. I really like this as I feel like as I am progressing with my studies my environment is doing so too.

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02 Our city centre campus is home to 3D design and craft, fine art, graphic design and illustration, digital music, digital media design, fashion and textiles, history of art and design, humanities, media, photography and film. Our centre for contemporary arts, Brighton CCA, is based in our theatre and galleries. The facilities for making and designing, workshops, studios, archives and the independent arts organisations based on site make for an inspiring creative environment.

FALMER CAMPUS, BRIGHTON – COUNTRYSIDE ON OUR DOORSTEP

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03 Four miles from the city in the South Downs, students study subjects including criminology, English, education, medicine, psychology and sociology. Brighton & Hove Albion’s Amex stadium and beautiful Stanmer Park are next door. Facilities at Falmer include the Curriculum Centre used by teaching and education students, clinical skills and simulation suites used by health students, and labs for psychology students, including eye-tracking technology.

EASTBOURNE CAMPUS – WELCOMING AND RELAXED 04 Along the coast, students study sport and exercise, events, hospitality, physical education, physiotherapy, podiatry and tourism. Facilities include accredited exercise physiology laboratories, clinical simulation suites, human movement lab, the Leaf Hospital podiatric clinic, an artificial outdoor pitch and a 25-metre swimming pool.

FIND OUT MORE

To see where your course is based, check online at www.brighton.ac.uk/courses. For more on Brighton and Eastbourne see pages 24–29 and the map on the inside back cover.

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Kyle, product design Brighton has an amazing energy to the town. It’s such a happy place.

My favourite things are: going on my morning run to either the beach or Preston Park; amazing public transport links (although where I’m living everything is in walking distance); the street art everywhere you look is beautiful; and you can’t forget the amazing support for smaller businesses.

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Brighton is a place that looks at the world differently. Independent and inclusive, it attracts all kinds of people, often united by a commitment to positive change. It’s also a true student city – around 14% of people living here are studying. Its reputation for fun goes without saying, but it’s also known for being forward-thinking – it leads the way in arts, creative technology and the environment, and there are amazing opportunities to build on your studies by getting involved in city life.

Eastbourne, Brighton’s more low-key neighbour, is said to be one of the sunniest places in the UK, which might be why it’s so friendly, welcoming and relaxed. A third of people living in Eastbourne are under 30, the town has nearly 3,000 students, and it’s a great fit for our sport science, physio and health students who are based here.

Both places attract visitors all year round, so there’s always something interesting happening. And they also share the undeniable feel-good factor of the being on the coast. From the fun of sunny beach days to quieter moments with that soothing 180 degrees of open water, mentally and physically, being there does you good.

I love that Eastbourne is such a nice place to live. This is especially true during the pandemic where lots of recreational facilities have been closed. Living here means you can take a refreshing walk to the beach or around some of the parks, which was definitely needed during these times.

Tae, globalisation: history, politics and culture Students are the heart of the town, and my friends and I try to make time to watch the sunset on the beach every so often. With COVID-19 it has been harder to find things to do or places to go as a group but just living in such a happy and friendly environment has been wonderful.

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Leilah, philosophy, politics, art I think my whole world view has changed. On my course especially, but also Brighton in general really instills in you a sense of figuring out who you are and what values you stand by. You ask yourself those questions about who you are and who you want to be in the world.

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Megan, fine art painting Brighton has perfect mixture of things to do and places to relax. My favourite thing about living here is how accessible and safe it feels; I can walk to uni, the shops, the pub, the beach and my mates live just around the corner!

Abby, computer science Being by the sea provides you with a calming place to rest and be; it takes away the sense of being in a city. My favourite thing to do is either walking or biking along the sea, you can hire bikes like in London. It’s perfect for someone who needs a city life with the sea and wildlife near them.

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Ugonna, biomedical science The people are what’s great about Brighton. Everyone is kind and accepting. You can be who you want to be and fully express yourself however you want, and nobody will care because they’re also doing the same. There are all types of people who live here. You are bound to find someone who has similar interests, hobbies or aspirations as you.

Eva, pharmacy They don’t call it London-on-sea for nothing! It’s like a mini London except everything’s within walking distance and there’s beaches, what’s not to love!? It’s also a very inclusive city, people here are lovely and it’s generally accepted to be who you want to be, wear what you want and love who you love.

Fananidzo, international tourism marketing In Eastbourne, the less populated beaches help with reflection; it’s therapeutic running and walking on quiet beaches at sunrise and sunset in summer.

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Amy, sport and exercise science Eastbourne has a buzzing student community and feel. There are many coffee shops, restaurants and The Beacon shopping centre for high-street brands. Personally, the beach is my favourite part of living here. It is only a short walk away from campus and offers some amazing down-time away from your studies, alone or with friends.

Yousra, international business management Brighton has taught me a lot. It has made me a really open-minded person, spontaneous, empathetic...

It has everything a student needs.

A beautiful beach landscape, amazing nightlife, loads of other students in town, and a varied community that makes it such a culturally rich place to live.

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Sophie, geography with archaeology It’s a lovely mix of all sorts of people from different backgrounds and subcultures who are approachable, open, and accepting. I love how fashionable people are here, and I feel confident when dressing a little loudly, since I know there will be others who dress even louder!

Jamie, medicine Brighton is my favourite city in the UK. I’m from Camden in North London which is well known for having an alternative vibe and Brighton feels really similar, so it immediately felt like home. If you like good coffee and vintage shops and the whole hipster attitude, you’ll really like it.

Shizhao, sequential design / illustration Studying in a seaside city is such an enjoyable experience. The smell of the sea, the touch of breeze and the sound of tide in summertime are the best feelings to feel alive.

And that’s why I chose to film some scenes in my work by the seaside.

I love Brighton so much because it embraces much diversity and inclusion. The whole city is vibrant and colourful, full of creativity and inspirations.

Viktorija, media production Brighton is much more than the beach and pier with culture and small businesses found just about everywhere from the lanes to the town centre. My favourite thing is the balance of life, from having beautiful natural aspects to a lively town centre.

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My experience within the sport of triathlon at the University of Brighton has been amazing. As an international student it was scary moving to a country I’ve never been and starting from scratch. The sport programme enabled me to make friends easily and build relationships with university staff making my transition feel a lot more like home. I am happy to say I’ve been able to make friends with a wide range of athletes which has helped me grow and develop from listening to their sport stories and training techniques. Working with the sport scholarship programme team, resources such as lifestyle coaching, sport nutrition and physiotherapy have been made available to ensure a healthy sport-life balance.

Whether you want to compete, keep fit or just have fun, Brighton is a great place for sport and being active.

You can use our facilities on campus, wherever you study or live. We have gyms, studios, sports halls, courts and outdoor pitches (artificial and grass). We’re always improving things – a new gym and fitness centre at the Moulsecoomb campus is the latest addition – and there are lots of ways to get involved.

Parklife The Parklife programme is all about playing your way, with leagues or oneoff sessions across all kinds of sport and fitness activities, from bouldering to ice-skating. Sport can play a key role in developing employability and through our volunteering programme you could build skills in coaching, leadership, event organisation, administration, media and communications.

Brighton Panthers Student clubs at the university are known as the Brighton Panthers. There are over 40 clubs for lots of different sports. If you’re looking for something a bit more competitive you can join one of our 34 sports teams, these compete in the BUCS (British Universities and Colleges Sport) leagues against other universities.

Sports Performer Programme We support athletes competing at high levels by providing strength and conditioning coaching, lifestyle mentoring, physiotherapy and performance workshops. We are also an accredited Talented Athlete Scholarship Scheme (TASS) delivery site.

ON SPORT

Nicholaus, physiotherapy

If you are a new student applying to uni or even a returning student this year, I highly recommend looking into the sport teams we have and taking a chance! The best way to get involved is either though the welcome fair, messaging the team on Instagram or asking someone at the sports center for the team’s contact number. We do not all have to be the Usain Bolt of sports to enjoy the environment, we just need the courage to say hi!

CHAT TO OUR STUDENTS www.brighton.ac.uk/chat

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MEET YOUR STUDENTS’ UNION We’re here to make sure your experience at the University of Brighton is the best it can be. As soon as you become a student at Brighton, you’re part of our community!

We campaign with and for you Our main role is to represent all students on all courses. We do that through elected officers and course representatives, feeding information to and from students and the university – all helping us to make student life better.

There are more than 100 societies From ArabSoc to the Wellbeing Society, these groups are studentled and can be related to culture, faith or leisure as well as academic subjects.

And we’re here to help Sometimes things just don’t go to plan. We offer independent and impartial advice to students when you need us most.

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We have social spaces, cafes and shops We have student-friendly, convenient cafes and shops on most campuses. And from 2021, there will be a new bar and event space which is part of the newly transformed campus at Moulsecoomb (see page 22–23).

And lots of events From big annual events like Freshtival to weekly club nights and smaller student-led events, there’s something for everyone to get involved with and enjoy regardless of music tastes and budgets.

You can work with us We employ more than 100 students in our Brighton SU cafes, bar, shops and events teams. brightonsu.com @subrighton @SUBrighton brightonstudentsunion

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Emily, physiotherapy

This past year I was lucky enough to be selected as captain for the futsal team and vice-captain of the football team; if you had asked me about these feats two years ago before moving across the ocean, I wouldn’t have even been able to imagine. I would recommend joining a sports team to anyone, no matter your skill level. The sports teams allow for individuals to find their own identity within the greater whole of the university community.

Zahin, architectural technology Whether you’re into dancing, sports, photography, sciences or other interests, societies are a good way to build lifelong friendships beyond those you will have with your housemates and course mates.

Ugonna, biomedical science I’d always wanted to learn self-defence and keep active while I studied and the Jiu Jitsu members were all so welcoming and supportive. I enjoyed myself so much, took part in competitions and won a gold medal for our team. The next year I joined again, as the vice president of the club.

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Societies are a great way to gain transferable skills like communication, organisation and leadership. I’m a charity and fundraising officer for Brighton Debating Society and ran a fivehour charity radio show raising money for the mental health charity Mind. It was a lot of hard work, but the payoff was more than worth it!

ON SOCIETIES

This gave me a place to go every week to meet new people with similar interests, making it much easier to make friends. Both teams welcomed me with open arms.

Not only did they make sure I felt welcomed, but they also made sure I was able to attend all team events as well as ensuring I could complete my errands as I was without a car. With any sports team here at the university you get more than just the sports side of the club; the social side is at the heart of every team. There are always activities to take part in, and the environment that surrounds them is so friendly.

ON SPORT

Coming over to the United Kingdom for my university experience was a big step that I was very unsure about. I didn’t know anyone when I first arrived, but I was fortunate enough to get the opportunity to join the football and futsal teams at the university, within just days of arriving on campus.

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Eva, pharmacy Jenny, journalism Living in halls allowed me to meet people who I never would have met and also let me experience all the perks of independent living, safe in the knowledge that there is 24/7 security. Making friends in my accommodation meant we could go out and grab coffee in between studying as we didn’t have to travel to meet each other!

Halls of residence We have halls at locations across Brighton and in Eastbourne, including a new student village at our transformed Moulsecoomb campus (see pages 22–23). Your rent typically includes things like bills, cleaning of shared spaces and contents insurance, as well as staff who are there around the clock.

Our guarantee We guarantee you an offer of a place in halls if you: • make Brighton your firm choice of university • are starting your first year of fulltime study • apply for university accommodation by the deadline we tell you about.

The best thing about independent living is making your own choices, for yourself, by yourself, and without any judgement. You can make your own mistakes, discover yourself and learn what works for you. It can be overwhelming sometimes, but there’s no right or wrong way of doing it – everyone’s on their own journey.

Fananidzo, international tourism management I’m in Welkin Halls in Eastbourne and it comes with many perks! It’s close to the university facilities such as the library, gym, the lecture halls and the sport facilities. And it’s a community of students in one place so you are bound to make friends.

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Martin runs Residential Wellbeing, where new students are supported by our team of students who live and work in halls

OTHER OPTIONS Private renting Opting to look for your own privately rented home gives you the maximum independence, as you can choose your location, type of housing and your housemates. We can help you to find a private rental, and to find other Brighton students to live with. We manage our own database of properties (from rooms to whole houses) which meet our standards, from landlords who have registered with us.

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OUR ACCOMMODATION TEAM We know how important it is for new students to find the right home and our accommodation team is here to help. With years of experience and excellent local knowledge, they can advise you on all your options and guide you through the process – all year round.

FIND OUT MORE

You’ll find more information about applying for halls, rent levels and house hunting at www.brighton.ac.uk/ accommodation.

Residential Wellbeing is based on friendship and building a sense of community, and about easing the transition from school and college into university life. It’s also about creating a safe and secure living environment – student Residential Advisers (RAs) give guidance to students and tell them where they can get help if they need it.

They organise a programme of social events giving residents the opportunity to interact and meet new friends, have fun and try new activities.

The student RAs can help with things like homesickness, loneliness or just wanting to have a chat... and they can pass on their own experience of living in Brighton or Eastbourne and what it’s like being a student.

The Residential Wellbeing team is the first point of contact for students who need wellbeing support and our staff Residential Advisers are on call every night of the year, including weekends and bank holidays.

Our halls We have halls of residence in Brighton and Eastbourne. Your rent typically includes things like broadband, bills, cleaning of shared areas and contents insurance. Halls are self-catered and there are canteens and cafes at every location.

As a first-year student, as long as you’re eligible, we guarantee to offer you a place in halls and we’ll prioritise a room for you that’s closest to the campus where your course is based.

For more details, including the most up-to-date information about costs, visit www.brighton.ac.uk/accommodation.

VARLEY PARK, BRIGHTON

Our dedicated residential halls site, two miles north of city centre, walking distance from Moulsecoomb and Falmer campuses • 765 rooms with a range of bathroom options

FALMER, BRIGHTON

On our Falmer campus, with excellent public transport links • 629 rooms with a range of bathroom options Falmer students prioritised

MITHRAS HALLS, BRIGHTON

Opening on our Moulsecoomb campus in September 2021 • 804 rooms, all en suite Students on all Brighton campuses can apply

Falmer and Moulsecoomb students prioritised

MOULSECOOMB PLACE, BRIGHTON

On our Moulsecoomb campus, right by the station

PHOENIX BREWERY HALLS, BRIGHTON

City centre location, a short walk to the seafront

• 163 room with shared bathrooms

• 298 rooms, all en suite

Moulsecoomb students prioritised

City campus students prioritised

EASTBOURNE

On our Eastbourne campus, close to fitness facilities and pool • 355 rooms, all en suite Eastbourne students prioritised

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Course list OUR SUBJECTS APPLIED SCIENCES

SUBJECT AREA BIOLOGY AND ECOLOGY

COURSE Undergraduate

Biological Sciences BSc(Hons) Biological Sciences MSci Ecology and Conservation BSc(Hons) Ecology and Conservation MSci Postgraduate

Biological Sciences MRes Ecology and Conservation MRes Regenerative Medicine and Devices MRes BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE

Undergraduate

Biomedical Science BSc(Hons) Biomedical Science MSci Postgraduate

Biomedical Sciences MRes CHEMISTRY

Postgraduate Chemistry MRes Natural Sciences MRes Pharmaceutical Sciences MRes Stress, Ageing and Chronic Disease MRes

GEOGRAPHY, EARTH, ENVIRONMENT

Undergraduate

Environmental Management BSc(Hons) Environmental Sciences BSc(Hons) Geography BA(Hons) Geography BSc(Hons) Geography with Archaeology BSc(Hons) Geography with Remote Sensing and Geographical Information Systems BSc(Hons) Postgraduate

Aquatic Environments MRes Atmospheric Science MRes Environmental Assessment and Management MSc Environmental Politics MRes Geoarchaeology MRes Geographical Information Systems and Environmental Management MSc Geoscience MRes Geographical Information Systems and Remote Sensing MRes Riverine and Estuarine Processes MRes Town Planning MSc Water and Environmental Management MSc PHARMACY

Undergraduate

Pharmacy MPharm Postgraduate

Clinical Pharmacy MSc Pharmacy (OSPAP) MSc Pharmacy (OSPAP) PGDip ARCHITECTURE, TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING

ARCHITECTURE

Undergraduate

Architecture BA(Hons) Postgraduate

Architecture RIBA Part 2 MArch Architectural and Urban Design MA Architectural Research MRes Management, Practice and Law in Architecture PGDip

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OUR SUBJECTS ARCHITECTURE, TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING

SUBJECT AREA CIVIL ENGINEERING

COURSE Undergraduate

Civil Engineering BEng(Hons) Civil Engineering MEng Civil Engineering with Construction Management BEng(Hons) Civil Engineering with Construction Management MEng Civil with Environmental Engineering BEng(Hons) Civil with Environmental Engineering MEng Postgraduate

Civil Engineering MSc Earthquake and Structural Engineering MSc COMPUTING

Undergraduate

Computer Science BSc(Hons) Computer Science for Games BSc(Hons) Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence BSc(Hons) Computer Science with Cyber Security BSc(Hons) Digital Games Development BSc(Hons) Software Engineering BSc(Hons) Postgraduate

User Experience Design MSc † CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING

Undergraduate

Architectural Technology BSc(Hons) Building Surveying BSc(Hons) Construction Management BSc(Hons) Project Management For Construction BSc(Hons) Quantity Surveying BSc(Hons) Postgraduate

Construction Management MSc Project Management for Construction MSc ENGINEERING

Start dates Most of our courses start in September 2022.

Some postgraduate courses have extra start points in January or February 2023. * January start † February start

Undergraduate

Aeronautical Engineering BEng(Hons) Aeronautical Engineering MEng Aeronautical Engineering top-up BSc(Hons) Automotive Engineering BEng(Hons) Automotive Engineering MEng Automotive Engineering top-up BSc(Hons) Design Engineering BEng(Hons) Design Engineering MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering BEng(Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering MEng Electronic and Computer Engineering BEng(Hons) Electronic Engineering (Top-up) BSc(Hons) Mechanical Engineering BEng(Hons) Mechanical Engineering MEng Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering top-up BSc(Hons)

Find out more Check our website for detailed information on all of our courses including syllabus, entry criteria and English language requirements. www.brighton.ac.uk/courses

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Course list OUR SUBJECTS ARCHITECTURE, TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING

SUBJECT AREA MATHEMATICS

COURSE Undergraduate

Mathematics BSc(Hons) Mathematics with Business BSc(Hons) Mathematics with Economics BSc(Hons) Mathematics with Finance BSc(Hons) Mathematics MMath Mathematics for Data Science MMath Postgraduate

Data Analytics MSc PRODUCT AND SPATIAL DESIGN

Undergraduate

Interior Architecture BA(Hons) Product Design with Professional Experience BSc(Hons) Postgraduate

Interior Design MA Sustainable Design MA ART AND MEDIA

FASHION, TEXTILES AND 3D DESIGN

Undergraduate

3D Design and Craft BA(Hons) Fashion Accessories with Business Studies BA(Hons) Fashion Communication with Business Studies BA(Hons) Fashion Design with Business Studies BA(Hons) Textiles Design with Business Studies BA(Hons) Postgraduate Textiles MA Craft MA

FILM

Undergraduate

FINE ART

Undergraduate

Film and Screen Studies BA(Hons) Film BA(Hons) Fine Art BA(Hons) Fine Art Painting BA(Hons) Printmaking BA(Hons) Postgraduate

Digital Media Arts MA Fine Art MA Inclusive Arts Practice MA JOURNALISM

Undergraduate

Journalism BA(Hons) Sport Journalism BA(Hons) Postgraduate

Journalism MA Sport Journalism MA MEDIA

Undergraduate

Media and Environmental Communication BA(Hons) Media Production BA(Hons) Media Studies BA(Hons) Media, Industry and Innovation BA(Hons) Music Business and Media BA(Hons) Postgraduate

Digital Media Culture and Society MA PHOTOGRAPHY

Undergraduate

Photography BA(Hons) Postgraduate

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OUR SUBJECTS ART AND MEDIA

SUBJECT AREA SOUND AND MUSIC

COURSE Undergraduate

Digital Music and Sound Arts BA(Hons) Postgraduate

Digital Music and Sound Arts MA VISUAL COMMUNICATION

Undergraduate

Animation BA(Hons) Design for Digital Media BA(Hons) Games Art and Design BA(Hons) Graphic Design BA(Hons) Illustration BA(Hons) Postgraduate

Graphic Design MA Sequential Design/Illustration MA BUSINESS AND LAW

ACCOUNTANCY, FINANCE AND ECONOMICS

Undergraduate

Accounting and Finance BSc(Hons) Economics BSc(Hons) Finance and Investment BSc(Hons) Professional Studies in Accounting (ACCA) Diploma Postgraduate

Accounting (ACCA) MSc Economics and Finance MSc Finance and Accounting MSc Finance and Banking MSc Finance and Investment MSc Finance and Risk Management MSc BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT

Undergraduate

Business Management BSc(Hons) Business Management with Placement Year BSc(Hons) Business Management with Economics BSc(Hons) Business Management with Economics and Placement Year BSc(Hons) Business Management with Finance BSc(Hons) Business Management with Finance and Placement Year BSc(Hons) Business Management with Human Resource Management BSc(Hons) Business Management with Human Resource Management and Placement Year BSc(Hons) Business Management with Marketing BSc(Hons) Business Management with Marketing and Placement Year BSc(Hons) Entrepreneurship (Team Enterprise and Innovation) BSc(Hons) International Business Management BSc(Hons) Business Management BSc(Hons) top-up Postgraduate

International Management MSc * Leadership MBA * Logistics and Supply Chain Management MSc * Management MSc * Management (Entrepreneurship) MSc * Management (Human Resources) MSc * The Brighton MBA *

Start dates Most of our courses start in September 2022.

Some postgraduate courses have extra start points in January or February 2023. * January start † February start

Find out more Check our website for detailed information on all of our courses including syllabus, entry criteria and English language requirements. www.brighton.ac.uk/courses

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Course list OUR SUBJECTS BUSINESS AND LAW

SUBJECT AREA LAW

COURSE Undergraduate

Law LLB(Hons) Law with Business LLB(Hons) Law with Criminology LLB(Hons) Postgraduate

International Law and Social Justice LLM Law PGDip/Common Professional Examination Law Conversion LLM MARKETING, TOURISM AND EVENTS

Undergraduate

International Event Management BSc(Hons) International Event Management with Marketing BSc(Hons) International Tourism Management BSc(Hons) International Tourism Management with Marketing BSc(Hons) Marketing Management BSc(Hons) Marketing Management with Placement Year BSc(Hons) Postgraduate

International Event Management MSc * International Tourism Management MSc * Marketing MSc * Marketing (Branding and Communications) MSc * Marketing (Digital Marketing) MSc * Marketing (International Marketing) MSc * Marketing (Social Marketing) MSc * EDUCATION AND TEACHING

EDUCATION STUDIES

Undergraduate

HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCE

COUNSELLING AND PSYCHOTHERAPY

Postgraduate

CRIMINOLOGY AND SOCIOLOGY

Undergraduate

Early Childhood Education and Care BA(Hons) Education BA(Hons) Physical Education BA(Hons)

Humanistic Counselling and Psychotherapy PGDip Psychodynamic Counselling and Psychotherapy PGDip Psychotherapy MSc Criminology BA(Hons) Criminology and Sociology BA(Hons) Social Science BA(Hons) Sociology BA(Hons) Postgraduate

Social Research Methods MSc HISTORY OF ART AND DESIGN

Undergraduate

Fashion and Dress History BA(Hons) History of Art and Design BA(Hons) Visual Culture BA(Hons) Postgraduate

Curating Collections and Heritage MA History of Design and Material Culture MA

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OUR SUBJECTS HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCE

SUBJECT AREA HUMANITIES

COURSE Undergraduate

Contemporary History BA(Hons) Globalisation: History, Politics, Culture BA(Hons) History, Literature and Culture BA(Hons) Humanities BA(Hons) Philosophy, Politics, Art BA(Hons) Philosophy, Politics, Ethics BA(Hons) War and Conflict BA(Hons) Postgraduate

Cultural and Critical Theory MA Cultural History, Memory and Identity MA Globalisation: Politics, Conflict and Human Rights MA Philosophy and Politics MA War: History and Politics MA LANGUAGE

Undergraduate

English Language BA(Hons) English Language and Creative Writing BA(Hons) English Language and English Literature BA(Hons) English Language and Linguistics BA(Hons) English Language and Media BA(Hons) Linguistics BA(Hons) Postgraduate

Language in Context MA † Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages Diploma Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages MA † Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages with ICT MA † LITERATURE

Undergraduate

Creative Writing BA(Hons) English Literature BA(Hons) English Literature and Creative Writing BA(Hons) English Literature and Linguistics BA(Hons) Media and English Literature BA(Hons) Postgraduate

Contemporary Literatures MA Creative Writing MA POLITICS

Undergraduate

PSYCHOLOGY

Undergraduate

Environmental Politics BA(Hons) Politics BA(Hons) Politics and International Relations BA(Hons) Politics and Social Change BA(Hons) Politics, Sexuality and Gender BA(Hons) Psychology BSc(Hons) Psychology and Criminology BA(Hons) Psychology and Sociology BA(Hons) Psychology with Counselling Studies BSc(Hons) Postgraduate

Community Psychology MA

Start dates Most of our courses start in September 2022.

Some postgraduate courses have extra start points in January or February 2023. * January start † February start

Find out more Check our website for detailed information on all of our courses including syllabus, entry criteria and English language requirements. www.brighton.ac.uk/courses

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Course list OUR SUBJECTS HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCE

SUBJECT AREA SOCIAL WORK

COURSE Undergraduate

Social Work BSc(Hons) Postgraduate

Social Work MSc SPORT AND HEALTH SCIENCES

HEALTH PROFESSIONS

Undergraduate

Diagnostic Radiography BSc(Hons) Podiatry BSc(Hons) Physiotherapy BSc(Hons) Postgraduate

Advanced Occupational Therapy MSc Advanced Physiotherapy MSc Advanced Podiatry MSc Health MSc Health and Education MSc Health and Management MSc Health Research MRes Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy MSc Occupational Therapy (Pre-Registration) MSc Physiotherapy (Pre-Registration) MSc Podiatry (Pre-Registration) MSc MEDICINE

Undergraduate

Medicine BM BS Postgraduate

Cardiology MSc Clinical Professional Studies PGCert Contemporary Bioethics MSc Dementia Studies MSc Global Health MSc Healthcare Leadership and Commissioning MSc Internal Medicine MSc Medical Research MRes Paediatrics and Child Health MSc Physician Associate Studies MSc Public Health MSc Surgical Studies MSc

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NUTRITION

Undergraduate

PUBLIC HEALTH

Postgraduate

Nutrition BSc(Hons) Health Promotion MSc Health Promotion and Education MSc Health Promotion and Management MSc International Health Promotion MSc

OUR SUBJECTS SPORT AND HEALTH SCIENCES

SUBJECT AREA SPORT AND EXERCISE

COURSE Undergraduate

Exercise Health and Rehabilitation Science BSc(Hons) Physical Education BA(Hons) Sport and Exercise Science BSc(Hons) Sport and Fitness BSc(Hons) top-up Sport Coaching and Development BA(Hons) top-up Sport Coaching BSc(Hons) Sport Management BSc(Hons) Sport Studies BA(Hons) Strength and Conditioning BSc(Hons) Postgraduate

Applied Exercise Physiology MSc Applied Sport Physiology MSc Sport and Exercise Science MRes Sport and International Development MRes Strength and Conditioning MSc

Start dates Most of our courses start in September 2022.

Some postgraduate courses have extra start points in January or February 2023. * January start † February start

Find out more Check our website for detailed information on all of our courses including syllabus, entry criteria and English language requirements. www.brighton.ac.uk/courses

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DEGREE PREPARATION COURSES To help international students prepare for undergraduate and postgraduate degrees at the University of Brighton, our international college provides degree preparation courses, also known as pathway courses. These prepare you for university study by improving your subject knowledge, academic skills and English language level.

Abdulwahab, foundation certificate Before I progressed to study my degree at the University of Brighton, I studied a Foundation Certificate at UBIC. We were treated so well at the college — the teachers and staff there are so friendly and kind. We always did lots activities together such as playing games, eating pizza and singing.

UBIC taught us how to get ready for university in every way possible. They arranged a visit to the University of Brighton before we started our degrees there. The teachers prepared us academically, and everything I’m studying now at university is something I learnt about at UBIC.

Why study a pathway course?

A pathway course is right for you if: • you need extra academic and English language support before you start your degree • your current grades do not meet the university’s direct entry requirements.

Courses at the international college are designed with your progression to the university in mind, ensuring you are well prepared when you start your degree.

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University of Brighton International College

The International College has sites on the university’s Moulsecoomb and City campuses in Brighton.

You will have access to university facilities from the first day of your pathway course.

Small class sizes and regular tutorial sessions will help you to succeed, and you will also benefit from specialised academic and English language tuition.

Courses

Subject area

Foundation certificate (progression to undergraduate degree first year)

International year one (progression to undergraduate degree second year)

Pre-masters (progression to postgraduate degree)

Art, design and media Business Computing Engineering Hospitality Tourism Science Social sciences All students at the international college are offered guaranteed progression* to a degree at the university on successful completion of their pathway course at the required level with good attendance.

Tuition fees for 2022–2023 entry to the international college Tuition fees will depend on your pathway course level, length and subject.

Foundation certificate Progression to the first year of an undergraduate degree Two terms

£14,000

Three terms

£15,255

*Medicine students are guaranteed an interview but not progression.

Four terms

£20,340

Start dates

International year one Fast-track progression directly to the second year of an undergraduate degree

We offer great flexibility for all our courses at University of Brighton International College, with a number of different start dates throughout the year to suit you. Start dates are grouped into the following intakes: • spring (January to April) • summer (May to August) • autumn (September to November).

Tuition fees are shown in the table opposite. Your course length will depend on your English language level, as longer courses include additional English language and academic skills preparation, to ensure you’re ready for your degree.

Scholarships

The University of Brighton offers a range of partial tuition scholarships for international students who perform strongly during their pathway course at the international college, and who progress to a degree at the university. www.brighton.ac.uk/ubic

Two terms

£16,630

Three terms

£18,510

Four terms

£24,680

Pre-masters Progression to a postgraduate degree Two terms

£14,820

Three terms

£17,370

Four terms

£23,160

Entry requirements

Typical entry requirements for pathway courses at the international college are as follows: Foundation certificate

International year one

Pre-masters

Completion of high school, and between IELTS 4.0 and 5.5

Completion of high school with good grades, and between IELTS 4.0 and 5.5

Completion of at least three years of higher education in a suitable subject or equivalent, and between IELTS 4.5 and 5.5

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ENGLISH PRE-SESSIONAL PROGRAMMES Studying an English language programme at the University of Brighton will help you to meet the conditions of your degree offer, and provide you with excellent preparation for further university study.

English language tuition at the University of Brighton

The University of Brighton provides English language courses for students who want to improve their English language ability and prepare for entry to university bachelors, masters and higher courses.

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About our English pre-sessional programmes English for Academic Study is a programme for students wishing to improve their English before applying to any university in the UK. You can take this course on a student visitor visa, and can take an online placement test to see which course (30, 20 or 10 weeks) is best for you.

Successful completion of this course allows entry to University of Brighton degree programmes without taking the IELTS test.

Summer Pre-sessional English is for students who have received a conditional or unconditional offer of a place at the University of Brighton and is for 12, eight or four weeks, depending on your level of English.

Ryoko, English for Academic Study I had an awesome time here with lovely friends and teachers.

Classes were very fun and people in this course are all friendly to talk to. I stayed in Varley Park so that I could spend much time with other students. Since Brighton is a nice place to see the ocean, I went out almost every day to see the city after school. In the classes, I’ve learned a lot of skills which might be helpful for me in the future. I’m so thankful for all the teachers who helped me while staying in the UK.

Accredited by the British Council

Our English language programmes are accredited by the British Council. Courses are designed specifically for international students and are available between four and 30 weeks before the start of your degree course, depending on your needs.

Each course is taught by experienced teachers, many of whom are also examiners. Class sizes are small and you will use online learning tools.

Extended masters programme

The extended masters programme combines your English language course and your postgraduate degree course so that you can make one visa application for both parts.

You will build up strong subjectspecific and academic skills before the start of your masters course.

The language part of the programme takes place in the summer before the start of your masters degree. www.brighton.ac.uk/learnenglish

Fees for English language pre-sessional university pathway programmes in preparation for 2022 degree entry English for Academic Study programme Progression to an undergraduate or postgraduate degree 30 weeks

4 October 2021 to 10 June 2022 4 January 2022 to 2 September 2022

£8,440

20 weeks

4 January 2022 to 10 June 2022 4 April 2022 to 2 September 2022

£5,625

10 weeks

4 April 2022 to 10 June 2022

£2,815

Summer Pre-sessional English programme Progression to an undergraduate degree 12 weeks

27 June 2022 to 16 September 2022

£3,375

8 weeks

25 July 2022 to 16 September 2022

£2,250

4 weeks

22 August 2022 to 16 September 2022

£1,125

Extended masters programme Progression to a postgraduate degree 12 weeks

27 June 2022 to 16 September 2022

£3,375

8 weeks

25 July 2022 to 16 September 2022

£2,250

Our English language courses are accredited by the British Council. We’re recognised as a centre of excellence by the EL Gazette.

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How to apply

Kyle, product design I had my initial interview with Tom from the course team.

We talked about the things in design that interest us and ended up talking for longer than the interview was meant to last for. He made me feel extremely excited for the start of the course and I knew I had made the right choice.

CHAT TO OUR STUDENTS www.brighton.ac.uk/chat

Your university application

Research study

International students apply to the university in the same way as UK students, but there are different application procedures for different types of courses. We’re here to advise and support you at each step of your application with advice on our website and at our online events and Q+A sessions.

Undergraduate study

If you’re applying for an undergraduate degree course such as a BA(Hons), BSc(Hons) or an integrated masters (for example, MPharm or MEng), you need to apply online through UCAS, the application service for all UK universities. www.ucas.com

Postgraduate study

If you’re applying for a postgraduate course, such as an MA, MSc or MBA, you can apply direct to us online. www.brighton.ac.uk/postgraduate-apply

If you’re applying for a full-time research programme such as an MPhil or PhD, you should first contact the research student administrator for your chosen subject area. You will need to submit a research proposal so that we can match your proposal with our research interests. You can submit your proposal online. www.brighton.ac.uk/researchstudy/ apply

The facts Applying through UCAS

You’ll apply through UCAS (www.ucas.com) for fulltime undergraduate degree courses, foundation degrees and integrated foundation courses. Applications for 2022 are open now. Applications for 2023 open in May 2022.Our UCAS institution codes are: • University of Brighton (BRITN) B72 • Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS) B74.

Find out more at an online event

We’re here to make your application to university as stress free as possible. Our online events cover topics like applying to university through UCAS, advice on choosing the right subject and course for you, writing a strong personal statement, student finance and funding, and subjectspecific events for postgraduate students.

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Q+A sessions especially for international students are a great opportunity to talk to us about student live in the city of Brighton, support services for international students, how to apply using an agent, how to apply for accommodation, finding work as an international student and any other questions about the University of Brighton.

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Student View

Student View is where you’ll manage your application to the University of Brighton. You can message us with your questions and it is where we’ll let you know if we need more info from you too. We’ll invite you to log on when you apply to us through UCAS.

Deadlines for UCAS application • Brighton and Sussex Medical School – 15 October 2022 • University of Brighton – 15 January 2022

We also run personal statement online Q+A sessions where our team will help you get answers to your questions and some of our students share their university application experiences.

We will consider applications received after 15 January 2022 where we still have places on a course.

Find out more at www.brighton.ac.uk/ personalstatement.

Application costs

Applying direct to the university

The application fee is £22 if you’re applying to just one course, or £26.50 for more than one course and for late applications sent after 30 June.

For some courses you’ll apply online direct to the university. Courses include most postgraduate courses and our preparatory English language programme.

Applying to Brighton and Sussex Medical School UCAS allows you to specify up to four choices for courses that lead to a professional qualification in medicine and you may also add one alternative course. Medical school applications must reach UCAS by 15 October 2022.

• Postgraduate courses – visit www. brighton.ac.uk/postgraduate-apply to find your course and find out about any specific requirements for your application.

• Preparatory English language courses – find out more at www.brighton.ac.uk/learnenglish.

Personal statements Personal statements are an important opportunity for you to stand out as an individual, and put across to the course team who you are and why you want to be on the course. Many applicants do not find writing a personal statement easy, so we have put together a ton of hints and top tips on our website.

Creating a portfolio

If you’ve applied for a creative media, arts or architecture course we will ask to see a portfolio of your work that we will assess as part of your application. We typically ask for a digital portfolio, that is a selection of your work or pictures of your work that we can look at online. It could be 15–20 images or a show reel if you are applying to a music or animation course for example.

You’ll submit your portfolio to us on Student View, and we’ll send you advice and guidance once you’ve applied to us.

Find out if your course needs a portfolio at www.brighton.ac.uk/portfolio, and tap through to the course page for specific guidance on format, platforms and the work we’d like to see.

Interviews

For some of our courses, we will invite you to an interview before we can make you an offer. Interviews help us to assess your suitability for the course at Brighton and the profession you want to be a member of. It is great opportunity for you to demonstrate your enthusiasm, experience and motivation, to interact with us and get a sense of what it is like to be a Brighton student.

We’ll invite you to interview through Student View, where you can book a date. Each course takes its own approach to interviews and you’ll receive detailed info and guidance once you’ve chosen a date.

You’ll be able to get advice and chat with staff and undergraduates on how to prepare for a university interview at one of our interview online events. Find out more at www.brighton.ac.uk/interview.

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Applying for your visa

Our international student advisers are qualified to give advice and representation on UK immigration law.

They will support you throughout the application process and can advise you on the requirements of obtaining a Student Visa, and how to apply. They can also advise you on making an application to extend your visa in the UK if necessary.

For a step-by-step guide on how to apply for your visa visit www.brighton.ac.uk/immigration.

University preparation courses

Accepting your offer

English language programmes

If you have any questions about accepting your offer you can contact us through our website: www.brighton. ac.uk/enquiries.

If you want to apply for a foundation certificate, international year one or premasters course through our International College you’ll need to direct apply to the college. www.brighton.ac.uk/ubic For English language preparation courses, including English for Academic Study, Extended Masters and Summer Pre-sessional English you can apply direct to us. www.brighton.ac.uk/ learnenglish

Processing your application

We will consider your application carefully. If you would like to talk to us about your application before you receive a formal response, you can send us a message through your applicant area on Student View.

We will communicate our decision to offer you a place on a course and any conditions attached to that offer through your applicant area and through UCAS.

Receiving your offer

If you receive an offer from us it will be marked conditional or unconditional.

• A conditional offer may be subject to you obtaining certain grades or qualifications or made subject to you supplying more information, such as the result of an English language test.

• An unconditional offer means that there are no more conditions for you to meet – the offer is yours if you would like to accept it.

Once you’ve applied, we’ll contact you to activate your university user account on Student View. Here you can book onto your interview, if applicable, and ask us questions.

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To accept your offer, follow the instructions in your offer letter (undergraduate) or email (postgraduate).

Paying your tuition fee deposit

For more information about student visas visit www.gov.uk/browse/ visasimmigration/student-visas.

Enrolment and registration

At the beginning of the academic year you will need to complete enrolment – this entitles you to attend your course, use university facilities and join the Students’ Union.

If you’re a self-funded international student starting a course with us in September 2022 you must pay your £3,000 tuition fee deposit by 31 August 2022. We need to receive your deposit before we can issue your CAS. You need a CAS number in order to make a visa application.

To complete enrolment you will need original documentation (not photocopies) confirming your identity including your passport and visa or biometric residence permit, entry qualifications and written confirmation of your scholarship or sponsor, if you have one.

We need to receive your deposit before we can issue your CAS. You need a CAS number in order to make a visa application.

Personal details

Accommodation guarantee

The university is registered with the Office of the Information Commissioner.

To prevent fraudulent applications we may disclose information to relevant government departments, police forces, examining bodies and associated authorities.

As an international student you’re guaranteed a place in university accommodation in your first year. All you need to do is make Brighton your firm choice and make your accommodation application by the deadline we tell you about.

Receiving your CAS number

In order to request your CAS number you’ll need to accept your unconditional offer, pay the tuition fee deposit (if required) and complete the visa questionnaire.

A CAS is a virtual document that the UK Home Office will view through a secure online system when you make your application for a Student Visa. You will need the CAS number to make your visa application.

We may need to ask you for further information before your enrolment can be completed.

Got more questions?

Our lovely enquiries team are standing by for any questions that you might have about your application. They have a wealth of knowledge about all things university so feel free to ask them anything that springs to mind. www.brighton.ac.uk/enquiries Telephone +44 (0)1273 644644 And if you’d like to chat online with one of our students, pop over to www.brighton.ac.uk/chat.

Entry requirements Your academic grades are important, but other things count too. We look at lots of factors to make sure that everyone is given an equal opportunity to show their achievements. Some students are also asked to take part in an interview or provide a portfolio. We consider all applications very carefully including personal statements, references and work experience, as well as exam results and predicted grades.

Your academic qualifications

For information about the academic qualifications, any specific subjects and grades that you need and English language levels that you need to apply for each course visit our online course finder. www.brighton.ac.uk/your-country-info

International qualifications

If you don’t have a UK qualification our international guides will help you to compare your home country qualifications to the UK grades listed as the entry requirements for your course. www.brighton.ac.uk/english-languagerequirements

What if I don’t meet the entry requirements for my course?

If you don’t have the required academic qualifications or your grades are not high enough, you can take a university preparation programme at our oncampus International College (see page 42).

When you successfully complete the programme you will be guaranteed a place on one of our courses. www.brighton.ac.uk/ubic

English language entry requirements

Our degree courses are delivered and assessed in English. UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) and the university need you to meet their English language requirements for your chosen course.

Check individual course information to confirm which English language entry requirements apply to you.

UKVI requires prospective students who have not studied and been examined in English to provide evidence they have met the language requirement equivalent to CEFR B2 level to study at degree level and above with the university. We can accept a number of English language tests, as well as Secure English Language Tests (SELT).

SELT results are only valid for two years from the time the test is taken.

Evidence to satisfy this requirement must be provided before we can issue a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) number.

If your English language qualification is not listed on our website, contact us to find out if you are eligible for one of our courses, www.brighton.ac.uk/enquiries.

For more information about UKVI requirements visit www.gov.uk/ukvi.

What if I don’t meet the English language requirements?

Brighton Student Skills Hub (see page 48) offers English language presessional and pre-masters courses to help you meet our English language entry requirements and to prepare you for academic study at any UK university. www.brighton.ac.uk/learnenglish

For a list of UK Home Office SELT visit www.gov.uk/student-visa.

Find out more about the English language tests that we accept, www.brighton.ac.uk/english-languagerequirements.

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Fees and funding Fees and costs It’s very important that you make sure that you have enough money to cover the cost of your tuition fees and living expenses before you begin your course. There’s lots more information about fees and finance on our website www.brighton.ac.uk/money.

Tuition fees

The tuition fees shown in the table opposite are for international fee-paying students starting a standard university course for the first time in the academic year 2022–23.

Some courses have non-standard fees.

You can check the fees for your course by using our course finder. www.brighton.ac.uk/courses For costs for university preparation courses at our International College and and Brighton Student Skills Hub go to pages 46–49.

International student tuition fee deposit

If you’re a self-funded international student starting a course with us in September 2022 you must pay your £3,000 tuition fee deposit by 31 August 2022.

Read more about the tuition fee deposit and refund policy at www.brighton.ac.uk/international/fees.

Paying your tuition fee

You can choose to pay your tuition fees either in full by 1 November, or in up to three installments. Upon enrollment 50% of the total cost of your fees and deposit need to be paid. You can pay online, by bank transfer or by recurring card agreement. Any payments not made in pounds sterling will incur bank charges that will be passed on to you.

Contact the university’s finance department on income@brighton.ac.uk or +44 (0)1273 642959 for details about online or credit card payment or Western Union transfer.

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Tuition fees for international students For students starting their course in 2022–23

Fees per year

Undergraduate

Classroom-based

£13,842

Laboratory/studio-based

£14,892

Industrial placement year

£2,120

Postgraduate

From 13,842

Brighton and Sussex Medical School

£37,293*

The above fees are for students starting their course in 2022–23. *Fees for Brighton and Sussex Medical School will not be decided until October 2021 and will be updated on our website once confirmed. For international postgraduate research tuition fees visit www.brighton.ac.uk/researchstudy/apply.

Should I be paying international fees?

If you’re not sure if you should pay fees at the international rate, we will contact you during the application process to complete a fee assessment form. All cases are judged in accordance with the UK government’s guidelines and are treated fairly and equally.

For more information, contact the admissions team on registryfeesassessment@brighton.ac.uk.

What’s included in my tuition fee?

Some courses require the use of specialist materials and field trips. Where these costs are incurred as a mandatory requirement of the course, they are covered by the tuition fee. Other additional costs may not be included in your tuition fee.

You can find information about what’s included in your fee and additional costs on your course page. www.brighton.ac.uk/courses

General study costs

Whatever course you choose, you should expect to pay some additional study-related costs on top of tuition fees.

It is a good idea to budget for the cost of books, photocopying and printing for example.

Cost of living

Your living costs will depend on where you choose to live and how you live. As a guide, we estimate that an international student living outside of London will need around £1,015 a month to meet basic living expenses such as accommodation, books and bills but not course tuition fees. www.brighton.ac.uk/moneymatters

Scholarships The University of Brighton offers scholarships to undergraduate and postgraduate international students, which you may be eligible to apply for.

Our scholarships are subject to an annual review to ensure that they fit the needs of applicants.

You can find details of our current scholarship on our website. www.brighton.ac.uk/international/ scholarships

More help and advice

www.moneysavingexpert.com/students www.nasma.org.uk/students https://international.studentcalculator. org

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UCAS institution codes University of Brighton (BRITN) B72 Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS) B74 This prospectus was published in October 2021, 12 months before the academic year to which it relates. We continually review and develop the courses that we offer. To make sure you have the most up-to-date course information including entry requirements visit www.brighton.ac.uk/courses.

This prospectus is available in alternative formats on request.

The University of Brighton makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of this prospectus and will use all reasonable endeavours to provide the courses and services described within it but cannot guarantee their provision in the event of circumstances beyond our control (such as lack of demand, changes in government policy or industrial action). The university will make reasonable efforts to provide suitable alternatives and reserves the right to vary course content or methods of delivery of courses.

Planes

Brighton is very close to Gatwick Airport – just 30 minutes direct by train. Gatwick to Eastbourne is an hour. Driving to Gatwick takes around 45 minutes from Brighton and 75 minutes from Eastbourne. Heathrow isn’t far either – 64 miles from Brighton, and 84 miles from Eastbourne, and accessible easily by coach, or by train via London.

Trains

It’s only 50 minutes by train from Brighton to central London, and 90 minutes from Eastbourne. From Brighton, there are direct trains to Bristol, Bedford, Cambridge, Portsmouth and Southampton, as well as to London terminals, making it easy to travel further afield. Ongoing improvements to the north-south rail network will mean more connections to Brighton, even easier journeys and new trains.

Automobiles

It’s less than 50 miles from Brighton to central London, and less than 80 miles from Eastbourne to central London.

And for European adventures, you can get a ferry to France from Newhaven – just 14 miles from Eastbourne by car, and only eight miles from Brighton.

This prospectus is intended to help you choose your course at the University of Brighton. It does not replace the university’s terms and conditions which can be found on the student contract page of the website, www.brighton.ac.uk/studentcontract.

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Just like the city we call home, the University of Brighton is a place where different perspectives meet. A place where opinions, ideas and visions of the world come together, feed off and inspire each other, and create something unique.

And throughout, we’ll help you to put what you learn into practice. We emphasise hands-on learning, have excellent connections to industry and business, and offer many placement, work experience and entrepreneurial opportunities.

In keeping with that spirit, we encourage our students to stay curious and explore. You’ll get the chance to shape your studies to your passions and interests, and take your learning in new and unexpected directions.

Explore the University of Brighton.

Things look different from here.

www.brighton.ac.uk