

Brighton, England
University of Brighton is a university located in Brighton, South East England. It holds a Silver TEF rating, recognising teaching that exceeds national expectations.
The university has approximately 17,405 students, with a diverse international community representing 93 nationalities. The largest international cohorts come from India, China, and Nigeria.
University of Brighton currently lists 113 courses on CourseOptions, spanning 55 undergraduate and 58 postgraduate programmes. There are 8 scholarships available for international students.
Graduate outcomes are strong: 89% of graduates go into employment or further study within 15 months, and the median graduate salary is £28,500, rising to £32,800 after five years.
Student satisfaction is good, with 83% teaching satisfaction in the National Student Survey.
Brighton is the UK's most vibrant seaside city — creative, diverse, and just an hour from London.
University of Brighton is ranked #801 in the world by QS World University Rankings 2026 and #61 in the UK by the Complete University Guide.
| Ranking System | Position |
|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings 2026 | #801 |
| Times Higher Education 2026 | #601 |
| Guardian University Guide (UK) | #68 |
| The Complete University Guide (UK) | #61 |
Source: QS, THE, CUG, Guardian — Updated January 2026
84.4% of graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduation.
| Time After Graduation | Median Salary | UK Average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £28,500 | £26,220 | +9% |
| 3 years | £28,100 | £25,852 | +9% |
| 5 years | £32,800 | £30,176 | +9% |
Source: HESA Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) 2025
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all subject areas and study modes. Actual graduate outcomes vary by course and cohort. For course-specific data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Has an 81% overall satisfaction rate according to the National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
Source: National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all courses and may not reflect satisfaction for a specific course. For course-level data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
14.3% of students are international, representing 93+ countries. Total international students: 2,485.
| Countries | Students | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| India | 300 | 12.1% |
| China | 180 | 7.2% |
| Nigeria | 125 | 5% |
| United States | 125 | 5% |
| Egypt | 90 | 3.6% |
| Hong Kong | 90 | 3.6% |
| Turkey | 70 | 2.8% |
| Ireland | 65 | 2.6% |
| Kuwait | 65 | 2.6% |
| Pakistan | 65 | 2.6% |
Source: HESA official data.
We found 22 scholarships you may be eligible for based on your location.
Full tuition fee scholarship for History of Design MA
Open to all international students
Deadline: 15 June 2026£6,000 scholarships for Business and Law students from FE colleges
For students from: 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
£5,000 towards MSc Town Planning tuition fees
For students from: 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Deadline: 20 June 2026£4,000 tuition fee reduction for international undergraduates
Open to all international students
Cash bursary, fee reduction and service discounts for eligible students
For selected nationalities (see university)
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