Brighton Uni Accommodation
Casita offers multiple Brighton University Accommodation options along with various nearby options for Brighton student hall. The available options include en-suite and non-en-suite rooms in shared Brighton student homes, studios, and apartments. All the previously mentioned options are offered through purposely built student accommodations or through private lettings. Purposely-built student accommodation is specially built for students and often provides all bills included and services such as a reception area with staff, lounges, and other communal areas. Private landlords offer private lettings, and these private lets are either entire units for rent or a room within a shared unit.
Why Study at Brighton University?
Brighton University has roots dating back to 1859, when the new School of Art was established in Brighton in the Royal Pavillion, enrolling 110 students. Then, in 1876, the new School of Science and Art was founded and moved to a new building in the Royal Pavillion.
Other milestones include the establishment of the Municipal School of Science and Technology in 1897, the Chelsea School in 1898, the Brighton Municipal Training College in 1909, and the Brighton Technical College in 1960. In the 1970s, the School of Art and Brighton College of Technology merged to become Brighton Polytechnic, later renamed the University of Brighton in 1992.
Brighton University is ranked 771–780 in the QS World University Rankings of 2024, making it among the top universities in the UK. The university excels in medicine, nursing, engineering, and pharmacy and has a total of four campuses: the Moulsecoomb campus, the City campus, the Falmer campus, and one in Eastbourne. It has a student body of more than 27,000 students. The university’s primary departments are Arts and Humanities, Business and Management, Engineering and Technology, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences and Management, and Life Sciences and Medicine.
The university is in the famous student city of Brighton, which ranks 81st worldwide according to QS and has a large internal student community, making up 29 percent of the student population. Thanks to its desirability among students, you can find various Brighton University accommodations and Brighton student hall options.
Top Courses at Brighton University
The highest-ranking subjects taught at Brighton University are Sports-Related Subjects (51–100 worldwide), Art and Design (51–100 worldwide), Arts and Humanities (451–500 worldwide), and Medicine (551–600 worldwide). All previously mentioned rankings are according to the QS world subject rankings for 2023.
Facilities and Resources at Brighton University
Libraries
Brighton University has various libraries across its three campuses, which total four libraries. All libraries combined offer more than 500 computers to use, study rooms (to be booked), printing and scanning facilities, a large collection of books, E-journals, E-books, silent study areas, and group working areas. Another benefit you get from Brighton University’s libraries is the helpful staff available to help you with all of your needs, including finding the right materials.
Sports Facilities
There are various sports facilities at the Falmer, Moulsecoomb, and Eastbourne campuses. The Falmer campus has six sports halls, a fitness gym, and two studios. Among the courts available are one netball court, two volleyball courts, two basketball courts, six badminton courts, and cricket nets.
The Moulsecoomb campus has a cardio and resistance centre that includes various types of equipment, including bikes, treadmills, cross trainers, climbers, Skierg, rowers, and chest and shoulder presses, among others.
The Eastbourne campus has multiple sports facilities, including a 25-metre swimming pool, a 36-station fitness suite, and a six-court sports hall for badminton, basketball, and volleyball. Other facilities include a covered outdoor climbing wall and two gymnasiums.
Wi-Fi
All campuses have accessible high-speed Wi-Fi, thanks to Eduroam. To use this Wi-Fi service, you must connect through your university-provided email address and put in your university password.
Galleries
Brighton Uni has its own gallery located in the Grande Parade Building and features a collection of hand-picked original artwork. The Uni of Brighton prides itself on its art programme, which is one of its oldest programmes and fields of study. This gallery, however, is on an invitation-only basis and hosts various shows.
Student Support
There are various services offered by Uni of Brighton staff to ensure the well-being of students as well as their academic development. Student support starts at the student information desk, where student information desk advisers can assist you by providing advice and guidance on well-being services.
You can also contact or visit your student support and guidance tutors for academic and non-academic issues that might affect your studies. Student accommodation on Brighton University’s campuses or nearby also features residential wellness staff from the university. The university has a dedicated health-service team that provides health tips, assistance, and advice for health-related issues.
If you need financial support or advice, you can consult the Student Advice Service, which will assist you with advice and check whether or not you’re getting the proper funding.
Other resources include self-help resources, mentoring, external resources, disability and dyslexia support, pregnancy and parenthood, and more.
Best Brighton University Accommodation
Casita offers various Brighton Uni accommodation options; the available types of accommodation include PBSAs (purposely built student accommodation) and private halls of residence. Listed below are our top choices for the best Brighton University accommodation.
On Campus Accommodation at Brighton University
There are various options for on-campus accommodation at Brighton University or in on-campus university halls. Each of the university’s campuses in Brighton has an on-site university hall. These halls are typically en-suite, with some having shared bathroom options, and tenancy durations usually start from 39 weeks or 40 weeks to 50 or 51 weeks. Prices range from £153 per week up to £227 per week.
Some of the features of these on-campus Brighton Uni accommodation options include all-inclusive bills for a stress-free stay, 24/7 security and support for your safety and convenience, cleaning of communal areas, and support from the Residential Well-being Team.
Student Travel Around Brighton University
Brighton University has three campuses, all with great connections both in Brighton and Sussex. These campuses include:
Two kilometres from the city centre-28 minutes by public transport
Close to Moulsecoomb train station-a minute’s walk
The Brighton University bus stop is a three-minute walk away and has various buses (24, 25, 28 and 49)
53 minutes to Brighton City Airport by public transit
Seven kilometres from the city centre-34 minutes by public transport
Close to Falmer train station (10 minutes)
Brighton University Falmer bus stop is four minutes away and has various buses (5B and 25)
59 minutes to Brighton City Airport by public transit
In Brighton’s city centre
Close to Brighton train station (10 minutes)
The nearest bus stop is the North Road East stop, two minutes away.
49 minutes to Brighton City Airport by public transit
Located in the Meads Area in Eastbourne
Eastbourne train station, 11 minutes by public transit
The closest Bus stop is Rowsley Road, a minute’s walk
1 hour and a half to London Gatewick Airport by public transit
Universities Near Brighton University
Universities near Brighton University include the University of Sussex, St George’s, University of London, and the LSBU Croydon Campus.
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