University of Brighton

Located on England’s beautiful south coast, the University of Brighton is a busy multi-campus university with a diverse body of over 3,800 postgraduate students.

The university offers over 200 postgraduate courses, many accredited by professional bodies, and most providing flexible study options so that students can balance their studies with other commitments.

For students in need of additional financial support, there is a range of scholarships and bursaries available to UK, EU and international students.

University of Brighton students on Postgraduate Search say:

“Very practical and useful advice and classroom tools being given, good preparation for NQT and training year.”

“It is a very different university experience being a part-time MA student, but so far I have really enjoyed it. Access to resources is good, support from lecturers is great, and I love living in the Brighton area.”

Within six months of graduation, over 90% of University of Brighton graduates are in employment, study or further training.

In some cases, courses provide exchanges with research partners, public services and other associations, giving students the opportunity to network and gain work-related experience.

Similarly, the university works closely with partners in respective industries to develop courses, with many of these courses recognised by professional bodies.

During their studies, postgraduate students develop advanced transferable skills they can use throughout their career in research, communication, project management, critical thinking, data analysis and problem solving.

University of Brighton students on Postgraduate Search say:

“Constantly providing practical tools/techniques to use in the classroom.”

“Work placements.”

“We are constantly being taught about future careers.”

There are more than 200 postgraduate courses to choose from at Brighton, with lecturers who are acknowledged experts in their field who combine teaching, practice and research.

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The university offers a range of flexible study options. This enables students to study full or part-time, and balance their work, life and study commitments. There are also distance learning options on some courses and opportunities to study individual masters-level modules if students want to join the university for continuing personal development.

Read more about postgraduate study options

University of Brighton students on Postgraduate Search say:

“Most of the lectures/seminars cover what I already learnt on my undergrad- so a bit repetitive.”

“Love the lecturers.”

“2-hour long lectures can be quite long, but they are still very informative.”

The University of Brighton’s Students’ Union is democratically run with elected student officers who oversee democracy, campus life and community, as well as organising a huge range of events and activities. There are over 100 societies and 60 sports club, and students have the opportunity to gain experience by getting involved in student campaigns, or volunteering to become a course rep.

There are halls of residences found at four locations across the city. Prices range between £76 to £180 per week - some halls also include breakfast and evening meals during term times.

International postgraduate students are guaranteed a place in halls of residence in their first year as long as they apply before the accommodation deadline.

Many of the university’s UK and EU postgraduate students prefer the flexibility and independence of renting privately. The university’s accommodation team has great local knowledge and can help students find a home in the private sector.

Students can also use the university’s database of student accommodation, Studenthomes, to look for houses, flats and rooms that have been registered by local landlords and checked to ensure they meet the university’s code of standards.

Explore the university’s accommodation options.

In recent years, the University of Brighton has invested more than £100 million on facilities and specialist equipment, creating learning environments that replicate industry and professional environments, allowing students to gain real-world experience and skills. These include:

• a new advanced engineering building
• studios, exhibition spaces and specialist equipment for architecture, design, fine art, fashion, textiles, photography and media courses
• a podiatry hospital
• flight simulators
• human movement labs
• molecular biology facilities
• clinical skills facilities including simulations of an ambulance and midwifery suite
• a real-time time trading room
• dispensing pharmacy
• there’s also been a £27 million development of new halls of residences and support facilities at Varley Park.

University of Brighton students on Postgraduate Search say:

“From those that I have seen, the library is small but very well-stocked with Education material. The School of Education has plenty of resources for what I need it for.”

The university has four modern campuses – three in Brighton and one further along the coast in Eastbourne. Wherever your course is taught you’ll be near the beach and countryside and within easy reach of London.

Brighton

Brighton is famed for its diversity and open-minded attitude, making it a brilliant place for students. With its year-long calendar of festivals and events covering science, culture, music and the arts there is always something to do, and the nightlife, galleries, museums and theatres can’t be rivaled anywhere else on the south coast.

Eastbourne

Forty minutes away from Brighton, Eastbourne is a friendly and relaxed town by the sea, offering shopping, art galleries, theatre and sporting facilities, as well as easy access to the beach and countryside for students to enjoy.

Read more about living on the south coast.

University of Brighton students on Postgraduate Search say:

“I have lived in Brighton for a number of years and love it. The city is well-located near the South Downs, the sea and London, and there is always something to do, no matter your background or interests.”

“Good.”

The SU provides a regular and varied social program and there are more than 100 societies to choose from including student co-ops, charity, culture, politics, the arts and course-related clubs. There are also 60 sports clubs including fitness, health and wellbeing.

The university has many different forms of support for its postgraduate students, including:

• academic supervision
• study skills workshops
• career planning
• accommodation help
• disability support
• orientation programmes for international students
• confidential support for emotional issues.

Read more about student support.

University of Brighton students on Postgraduate Search say:

“Excellent - even though I am not at uni very often, my tutors are always available and on hand to provide support to me and my peers. Although I don't need additional support, it's good to know that it's available.”

“Excellent. Tutors and feedback good. Counselling, excellent.”

Tuition fees for students are:

• Postgraduate taught degree fees for UK/EU students: from £6,426
• PhD and MPhil fees for UK/EU students: £4,327
• PhD fees for international students (classroom based): £13,068
• PhD fees for international students (lab based): £14,832
• Postgraduate taught course, classroom based: £13,338
• Postgraduate taught course, lab based: £15,012

The university offers a range of funding support to eligible UK, EU and international students.

Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence Scholarship
Worth £3,000 for graduates with a first-class honours degree from a UK university.

Vice-Chancellor’s Alumni Scholarship
Worth £3,000 for University of Brighton graduates with first or 2:1 honours.

Santander International Masters Scholarship
Up to ten students can receive a £2,000 tuition fee reduction. Eligibility is based on academic performance.

Alumni Discount
There is a 10% alumni discount offered to former University of Brighton students.

Students can also apply for a government postgraduate loan of up to £10,000 as long as they are under 60 and the UK or EU national living in England.

The elite athletes and elite disabled athletes scholarships are for those who have reached a national level of competition of performance and have the potential to reach world-class performance level. A bursary of up to a maximum of £1,000 per year of study to funding expenses from training or competition.

The talented sports performers scholarship is for students who have represented sport at the national or regional level and is worth up to £500 per academic year. 

Read more about postgraduate funding opportunities.

The University of Brighton is ranked in the top 20 in the UK league tables for subjects including art, education, fashion, health professions, information management and physiotherapy.

Entry requirements vary. Specific entry requirements for each course can be found on the university’s website.

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Brighton’s research community is a rich mix of experienced academics, professionals and those returning to education, and is part of an established national and international research network.

Research students benefit from a diverse programme of research seminars, workshops and annual research student conferences. There are also opportunities for exchanges and collaborative working through the university’s strong links to industry, public services and professional associations.

The university is committed to delivering research which has a lasting impact on economic, cultural and social wellbeing, and encourages students to think about how their research will impact people, their societies and economies. The latest Research Excellence Framework (REF 2014) ranked Brighton in the top 25% of UK universities for world-leading research impact, with 92% rated as world leading or internationally excellent.

Find out more about research degrees.

Taught postgraduate options include:

• Masters degree such as MSc, or MA. Many courses offer the option to complete a postgraduate certificate (PGCert) and a postgraduate diploma (PGDIP) as intermediate awards.
• MRes – these courses combine taught and subject-specific modules where the majority of credits are earned from a research project.
• The MBA (Masters in Business Administration).
• The MPA (Masters in Public Administration).
• The PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education) and a variety of other professional qualifications.

Find out how to apply.

Many of the university’s postgraduate courses are available part-time and some are available on a distance learning basis, allowing students to balance their studies with their other commitments.

Read more about flexible study options.

Many courses are available part-time and some are available on a distance learning basis. However, it may take you longer to complete. Contact the uni to find out more.

Postgraduate study at the University of Brighton enables students to develop advanced transferable skills and become an expert in their chosen discipline, enhancing their career opportunities and opening up new avenues. The postgraduate study also allows for rich personal development, enabling students to pursue their chosen subject area in detail and undertake related research.