University of Brighton

The University of Brighton is a public university located on the south coast of England. It traces its origins back to 1858 with the establishment of the Brighton School of Art. Achieving university status in 1992, it has since developed a strong reputation for its focus on practical, creative, and professional education. The university offers a diverse range of subjects, including pharmacy, engineering, ecology, computing, art, architecture, geology, nursing, teaching, sport science, journalism, criminology, and business. 

In recent years, the University of Brighton has demonstrated significant improvements in national rankings. In the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025, the university rose by 16 places to rank 71st, reflecting enhancements in student satisfaction, graduate prospects, and academic quality. Similarly, in the Guardian University Guide 2024, Brighton leaped 22 places to 70th, with top ten rankings in subjects like physiotherapy, economics, education, aerospace engineering, and sports science. 

The university's mission emphasizes positive change, aiming to empower students with practical skills, critical thinking, and knowledge to influence the world. Its vision focuses on inclusivity and fairness, offering contextual admissions to consider applicants' achievements and experiences alongside academic qualifications. Notably, the Brighton and Sussex Medical School, a collaboration between the University of Brighton and the University of Sussex, is recognized as a top UK institution in global university rankings, highlighting its excellence in medical education and research.