SUPPORTING OUR STUDENTS’ SUCCESS
From the moment students arrive, they will be part of our international community and everyone will make them feel welcome.
We help new international students settle into their new environment and support them every step of the way.
Support from our International Office at every stage of the journey to joining the university.
Guaranteed accommodation in halls of residence for international students in their first year of study.
Advice on submitting a visa application from our trained international advisers.
PRE-SESSIONAL ENGLISH COURSES
For students that need to improve their English language skills to meet our academic requirements, we offer on-campus and online pre-sessional English courses. Students can choose the course length based on how much they need to improve their IELTS score, and opt for the mode of study that most suits them.
Ketan, Physical Education BA(Hons) graduate from India
The support offered by the university has been incredible. From academic assistance to personalised coaching and mentoring, I [feel] that the University of Brighton genuinely cares about the success of its students.
Taofiq, (Secondary) Physics PGCE student from Nigeria
I am an international student, so it was important for me to study at a university that offered visa sponsorship. Brighton was very quick to respond and my interview with the course lead was very reassuring.
A dedicated International Student Advice team to support our international students.
Orientation events to help students settle into life in the UK.
Careers advice from our dedicated Careers and Employability team.
Support for students who want to start their own business from our Student Enterprise team.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT JOBS PORTAL
We are committed to ensuring international students have access to the tools they need to find graduate employment, which is why they have access to the international student jobs portal. On this portal, international students can explore verified job listings from employers who will provide sponsorship to work in the UK on a Skilled Worker visa. The portal also lists job and internship opportunities in more than 30 home countries that students can also apply for, as well as an immigration guide that includes expert advice from immigration solicitors about working in the UK.
Trisha, Interior Design MA graduate from India
The international orientation programme really helped me ease into life as a student in Brighton. I would definitely encourage new students to attend.
Daniel Khan, Humanities MRes student from Bangladesh
Often, human beings fear stepping beyond their sub-cultures or comfort zones, but when the culture around you is welcoming and doesn’t make you feel ‘othered’, it becomes a space where you can truly grow. The teaching staff at the University of Brighton are supportive, approachable and deeply committed. It has felt like a home to me – one where I’ve been encouraged, supported and challenged by a group of educators who care deeply about your growth as both a person and a researcher.
A personal academic tutor and course leader for academic support.
A Student Support and Guidance Tutor for wellbeing support and guidance.
Advice for students with disabilities, mental health issues or dyslexia.
Support beyond graduation from our Alumni Association.
Abdulmalik, award-winning Software Engineering BSc student from the Middle East
Since arriving in Brighton, I’ve felt empowered not just as a student, but as a solution builder. The support and environment here have helped me turn an idea into a global solution.
Preena, Business Management BSc graduate and Marketing MSc student from Kenya
At the University of Brighton, there were fantastic support services included with my studies, they included academic support, mental support and career advice, which I found especially useful as an international student.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COMMUNITY
We welcome new students from all around the world each year and we understand how important it is for them to build a community. This is why we offer plenty of opportunities for international students to connect with other students, both before and after they arrive in Brighton. Before they arrive, offer holders are invited to join our online community platform where they can meet other new students and join groups based on their interests, course subject or home country. The international office also runs in-region pre-departure events, some in-person and some online, where new students can meet each other before they travel to the UK.
New international students are encouraged to attend our international orientation programme, which is designed to help them settle into life in the UK and the university and is an opportunity to meet other new students. International orientation activities run before our main Welcome Week programme. Once at the university, students are encouraged to make friends through student-led societies or activities hosted by Brighton Students’ Union. There are more than 100 societies that students can join – from faith-based groups to cultural societies, such as Brighton Asian Society and the Islamic Society, to hobbies and academic interests, such as BSU Book Club and Women in Business. New students can also join sports teams, either to play for fun or take part in competitions against other universities.
As well as ways for international students to make connections with other students, there are many places of worship across the city for students to find community within their culture. As a multicultural city, Brighton is home to multiple mosques, synagogues, a Hindu temple and many churches, as well as other religious places of worship. Students can contact our Faith and Spirituality team for support in connecting with religious communities across the city.
ACADEMIC GUIDANCE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Our Brighton Student Skills Hub provides dedicated academic guidance and English language support for international students.
The Skills Hub offers support including workshops, online assignment feedback through our Writing Advisory Service and in-person and online one-to-one tutorials.
Students can book an appointment with a Skills Hub tutor to get feedback on their assignments as well as support with their written English and spoken English.
Abdulmalik, award-winning Software Engineering BSc(Hons) student from the Middle East
Since arriving in Brighton, I’ve felt empowered not just as a student, but as a solution builder. The support and environment here have helped me turn an idea into a global solution.
Preena, Business Management BSc(Hons) graduate and Marketing MSc student from Kenya
At the University of Brighton, there were fantastic support services included with my studies; they included academic support, mental support and career advice, which I found especially useful as an international student.