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University of Brighton International College students celebrate completing their pathway courses

Students from the University of Brighton International College (UBIC) celebrated finishing their degree preparation courses with a picnic in the Brighton sunshine. These students are now set to continue their academic journey at the University of Brighton this September. On a sunny afternoon, staff and students came together to enjoy a picnic and a seaside…

West Pier and Brighton beach with deckchairs

Managing your money at Brighton as an international student

We share some helpful guidance on how to budget for student life at Brighton. Starting university in a new country is an exciting step in your educational journey. At the University of Brighton, we understand that paying for your studies and living costs may seem daunting at first. It’s important to prepare by creating a…

Top 100 Best Student City in the world, The University of Brighton

Brighton ranked in the top 100 best student cities in the world

The latest QS Best Student City rankings for 2026 have been announced, and Brighton has earned its place in the top 100 worldwide. Year after year Brighton makes it into the QS world rankings for best student cities, and it’s easy to see why. Brighton is a special place to live and study – exciting,…

A guide to celebrating the American holiday, Fourth of July

Officially known as Independence Day in America, 4 July is a national holiday that marks when the Declaration of Independence was passed. Why do Americans celebrate on Fourth of July? Dating back to the 18th Century during the American Revolution, on 4 July the Declaration of Independence was approved by the Continental Congress. Nowadays, Fourth…

MRes student from Bangladesh shares his experience of studying at Brighton

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

India Students UK, University of Brighton

Showcasing Indian students in the UK

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

Happy Vesak, wishing you a peaceful and joyful day

Happy Vesak Day: An insight into the history of Buddhism and the Vesak celebration

Monday 12 May marks this year’s Vesak celebration for those in the Buddhist community. Vesak is a time for bringing happiness to others and paying homage to the religious figure Buddha. What is Vesak? Vesak has many names, and is most commonly referred to as Wesak, Buddha Jayanti, Buddha Purnima, Buddha Day and even Buddha’s…

Masters student Mevazara shares her University of Brighton experience

We caught up with Madagascan student, Mevazara Rakotoson Fety, on her experience of studying a postgraduate degree in our School of Business and Law. Mevazara is currently studying for her Masters in Business Administration (MBA). She is hoping to pursue a career within the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) sector, and talked to us about her…

Nowruz Mubarak, wishing you happiness, prosperity in the new year

Persian New Year: Learn about Nowruz and how to celebrate

Nowruz translates to ‘New Day’ in Farsi and marks the Iranian/Persian New Year. This year Nowruz falls on 20 March. Nowruz represents the start of spring and new beginnings. It’s celebrated across countries in the Middle East and Central Asia. What is Nowruz? Celebrated by more than three million people each year, Nowruz begins on…

Happy Holi, wishing you a colourful and joyous Holi this spring

Celebrate the spring festival of Holi with joy and colour

14 March marks this year’s Holi celebrations for the Hindu community, commemorating the festival of colours and the return of spring. What is Holi? Holi, also known as the festival of colours, is a public holiday celebrated by Hindu communities in India and other South Asian countries around the world. While there are religious aspects…