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Master's Programmes
Business & Management (24)
- MSc /PGCert /PGDip Accounting (ACCA)
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Construction Management
- M.Sc. Economics and Finance
- M.Sc. Finance and Accounting
- M.Sc. Finance and Banking
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Finance and Investment
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Health Promotion
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) International Management
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) International Tourism Management
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Management
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Management (Entrepreneurship)
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Management (Human Resources)
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Marketing
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Marketing (Digital Marketing)
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Marketing (International Marketing)
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Marketing (Social Marketing)
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Project Management for Construction
- Master The Brighton MBA
Medicine & Health (24)
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Advanced Occupational Therapy
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Advanced Physiotherapy
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Applied Exercise Physiology
- M.Res. Biomedical Sciences
- M.Sc. Clinical Pharmacy
- MRes (PGCert PGDip) Clinical Research
- MSc PGDip Community Specialist Practice
- MSc (PGCert-PGDip) Health
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Health Promotion
- M.Sc. Health and Education
- M.Sc. Health and Management
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Neuromusculoskeletal Physiotherapy
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Occupational Therapy (Pre-Registration)
- M.Res. Pharmaceutical Sciences
- MSc (PGDip) Pharmacy (OSPAP)
- MSc (PGDip) Physiotherapy (Pre registration)
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Podiatry with Diabetes
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Specialist Community Public Health Nursing
Arts, Design & Architecture (14)
- MA (PGCert PGDip) Architectural and Urban Design
- MArch Architecture
- M.A. Craft
- M.A. Digital Media Arts
- M.A. Fine Art
- MA (PGCert PGDip) Inclusive Arts Practice
- MA (PGCert PGDip) Interior Design
- M.A. Photography
- M.A. Sustainable Design
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) User Experience Design
Social Sciences (13)
- M.A. Community Psychology
- M.Sc. Economics and Finance
- M.Sc. Finance and Banking
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) International Tourism Management
- M.Sc. Occupational Therapy
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Occupational Therapy (Pre-Registration)
- M.Sc. Psychotherapy
- MSc (PGDip) Social Research Methods
- Master The Brighton MBA
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Tourism and International Development
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (10)
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Applied Exercise Physiology
- MSc, PGCert, PGDip Applied Sport Physiology
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) International Event Management
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) International Hospitality Management
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) International Tourism Management
- M.A. Sport Journalism
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Tourism and International Development
Education & Training (9)
- M.Res. Education
- M.A. Education
- M.Sc. Health and Education
- M.Sc. Occupational Therapy
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Occupational Therapy (Pre-Registration)
- MSc (PGDip) Social Research Methods
- M.A. TESOL
- M.A. TESOL with ICT
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (7)
- M.Res. Ecology and Conservation
- M.A. Sustainable Design
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Town Planning
- MSc (PGDip) Water and Environmental Management
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (6)
- M.Res. Biological Sciences
- M.Res. Biomedical Sciences
- M.Res. Bioscience
- M.Res. Chemistry
- M.Res. Natural Sciences
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Neuromusculoskeletal Physiotherapy
Applied Sciences & Professions (5)
- M.Sc. Advanced Social Work
- MSc (PGDip) Social Work
- M.A. Textiles
Humanities (5)
- M.A. English Language
- M.A. TESOL
- M.A. TESOL with ICT
- MA (PGCert PGDip) War- History and Politics
Computer Science & IT (4)
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Data Analytics
- MSc (PGDip PGCert) Information Security
Engineering & Technology (4)
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) By Learning Objectives
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Civil Engineering
- MSc (PGCert PGDip) Project Management for Construction
Journalism & Media (3)
- M.A. Digital Media Arts
- M.A. Sport Journalism
Law (2)
- Postgraduate Diploma Law CPE
- LL.M. Law Conversion
About
History
The University of Brighton is steeped in history and since its humble beginnings 150 years ago, in the kitchens of the Royal Pavilion, a great many institutions have come together to make it one of today’s leading modern universities. We can trace our origins back to the mid-19th century in Brighton and the mid-20th century in Eastbourne.
Education
Our Education research generates knowledge that advances social justice and fosters critical understanding of learning and teaching in diverse cultures and complex worlds.
Research
We believe in making a difference. Our research and enterprise activities tackle global challenges, solve practical problems and seek to improve people’s lives and environments. We recognise that today’s challenges are not limited by the boundaries of traditional disciplines; neither are we. Fresh thinking, interdisciplinary research and collaborative partnerships with industry, institutions and communities enable us to bring expertise from different fields to address society’s most pressing issues to make a tangible impact.
Career
You can use the Careers Service throughout your time at Brighton:
- to find part-time work that you can combine with your studies
- to find, or be, a mentor or get involved with our peer-to-peer support scheme
- to develop your business ideas through our entrepreneurial support network
- to get professional advice and support with career planning, CV writing and interview top tips
- to meet potential employers at our careers fairs
- to find rewarding volunteering opportunities to help you find out more about what makes you tick, and build your CV.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2019
GSSA 2019
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2019. By rating institutions on a scale from 1 to 5, on multiple studies-related questions, we found the top educators in the world.
Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction AwardsUniversity Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2020
601
2019
601
2018
601
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2020
696 24
2019
720 75
2018
795
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2020
801 -50
2019
751 -50
2018
701
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
Experienced staff in Student Services offer support on a range of issues including:
- Support in finding jobs plus volunteering and mentoring opportunities.
- Advice about money worries and how to live on a budget.
- Help accessing academic support if you have a disability, learning difficulty or long-term medical condition.
- One to one support for students with worries or concerns in a safe, confidential space.
Housing services
Brighton and Eastbourne offer many accommodation options, ranging from homestays and private sector properties to university-managed Unihomes.
There are many things to bear in mind when it comes to choosing and living in accommodation, from signing contracts to budgeting. You can find help and advice relating to these matters on this page.
Library services
- Falmer library
- St Peter's House library
- Aldrich library
- Queenwood library
- Hastings library
ICT services
Computer rooms:
- Falmer computer rooms
- Grand Parade computer rooms
- Moulsecoomb computer rooms
- Eastbourne computer rooms
- Hastings computer rooms
Medical services
Get vaccinated - mumps and meningitis. Know the symptoms of swine flu. Get registered with a doctor/dentist.
Student Life
Campus life
We have three campuses in Brighton and one in Eastbourne.
- City campus is in the centre of Brighton and home to our arts and humanities students. Specialist facilities, studio space and our world-class Design Archives all make for an inspiring environment where creativity thrives.
- Moulsecoomb is our biggest campus with more than 8,000 students.
- Falmer is around four miles from the city centre, where nurses, teachers, linguists and social scientists are based.
Sports facilities
Improve your fitness, play competitive sports, have fun with your friends or take a coaching qualification.
Student Reviews
A short review of my time at university.
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
Studying at the University of Brighton has been an amazing experience so far. I think that what I have learned the most is independence and confidence. Being so far away from home has taught me how to deal with day to day challenges on my own and to push myself to try new activities that are not always easy for me. I have always had a difficult time in social situations...
My experience studying Biology at the University of Brighton
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
Brighton university is often overlooked as there are many other universities with greater esteem. However, they provide a good mixture of lectures, labs, assignments and exams with lots of academic support available. A relaxed, friendly campus just outside the city centre. Comprehensive library with ample space even at peak times. Broad selection of societies with regular...
No place is perfect!
Anonymous rated 3 out of 5 stars
Studying at Brighton University is generally a positive experience. While the lecturers are incredibly forward thinking and the courses packed with valuable material, at times the general governance of the school was lacking and students can, at times, find that the process is rushed and careless. Overall the city is expensive which subtracts from what could be an amazing...
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