University of Brighton

"I am here because I wanted to grow as a person and see what it would be like to be more independent. Plus, I get to make new friends, explore new cities, try new food!"

"I chose to study abroad here because I’ve never left the country before so it was a good first step, not like going somewhere where they don’t speak English. Here, it's really cool that we get to be in the classrooms and get hands-on experiences. I’ve got so many great new ideas that are so different from what we have in the US, which is awesome."

"I chose this programme because it gives you a lot of great school experience and we are actually places in the classrooms which I really like so we can make some comparisons and learn from a different country and see what they do well so we can take it back to the States and maybe improve. Everyone is great. Mary is an angel!"

"Brighton is really a fun city. You can drive 20 minutes in every direction and you’ll be automatically surrounded by history. Even though I live off campus, there is still plenty of support from my classmates and fellow study 'abroaders'."

"I guess it does take a lot of courage and personal strength to study abroad. I would say that this is the biggest and scariest step I’ve ever taken. But it’s completely worth it, and I already know that I will cherish these memories forever. It’s a lot of fun!"

"England was always a place that I wanted to go to and see. I loved stepping out of my comfort zone, meeting new people, and seeing that other students from America go through the same ‘this is new for me too’ experience."

"I immediately felt comfortable here. I made some great friends, lifelong friends that I know I will keep in touch with for a long time."

"There are lots of things to do here. It’s really nice to explore a new city. Plus, being able to do things by yourself – I think that’s quite liberating."

"Just like my friends have told me, they were 100% right about how amazing and natural it is to study abroad."

"I am proud of myself. Coming here by myself, not knowing anyone from my programme has really made me branch out. It’s great!"

"For me this trip is all about learning from a different culture. I love it here. All the professors are really friendly and really excited to know that you’re from a different country."

"Everyone is kind of coming from the same position as you are. We are here by ourselves, so I think that we are all just trying to make friends."

"It’s lovely here because Brighton has a nice city centre, The Pier, the beach, the sea. It’s great being here and meeting people from the States as well."

"Brighton has a good reputation for employment after graduation, so that inspired me to come here. Lecturers were very supportive and I felt I could gain a lot of experience and expertise from them."

"What separates Brighton from other universities is access to professors – you can ask them about anything you’re not sure about, and they’re very helpful and engaging if you have any questions or concerns. I’m currently working as a summer intern for an investment bank in Sweden and both the placement I did and niche courses I studied really helped me to prepare."

"The University of Brighton has such a nice environment and my teachers gave me practical tools that I could apply in the classroom straight away. Now that I’ve done my masters, I have knowledge about English teaching, which other Dutch primary school teachers don’t have, so in the future, I can combine teaching, which I love, with inspiring other teachers. Brighton is a wonderful city, close to the sea and it’s really close to London too."

"My course gave me a strong foundation in problem solving, and I still apply all the skills I learned in my practice every day. Since gaining my MSc, I’ve moved to Brooklyn to work in a sensory gym and a pre-school, and the university offered tremendous support during the US entry application process."

"It’s been such a stimulating experience. You get to learn so much about yourself, and have access to tremendous amounts of knowledge and resources. The staff are always willing to help and do whatever they can to improve the student experience and your experience of living abroad and dealing with challenging situations. It’s been a thrilling experience, an emotional roller coaster, but would not change it for the world."

"My experience at the University of Brighton will be of immense value in the future development of my career in the tourism industry. The focus of my studies has been practical and the teaching staff have been helpful, stimulating and encouraging. Living in Eastbourne has been fun. The beautiful countryside and friendly people will always hold wonderful memories for me."

"The exchange to Sweden during my second year was one of the best things I have ever done. It was extremely scary and nerve-racking, but it was an experience I’ll never forget. I’ve made friends for life and now know people who live all over the globe because of it."

"Studying and living in Brighton has been one of the most enjoyable and fulfilling experiences of my life. I’ve made friends with people from different ethnic and cultural backgrounds, which has given me an insight into how a multicultural teaching context functions."

As an international student, you may be eligible to apply for a range of different scholarships at Brighton University.

"Studying at the University of Brighton for an MBA degree has been a great experience. The staff were very supportive and my tutors were experts in their industry. I feel prepared for the future."

Welcome to the University of Brighton! See why our international students love studying with us in Brighton on Why Study Here.

"Being an international student, the university helped me to settle down and meet amazing students from all over the world. The education and skills I learnt here helped me to find a job in a senior position at an international management consultancy."

"Studying abroad has been an incredible experience, and studying in a city like Brighton is even better. The university provides good facilities, great teachers and excellent support."

"I really enjoyed the marketing part of my course because I had the opportunity to do some market research and design a poster to sell a product. It was great fun! The University of Brighton also gave me the chance to study in two countries, which was a great experience for me."