Supported to Succeed

Mental health and wellbeing

At the University of Brighton, we want the best for our students. We have a real affinity with the inclusive values of our city, and strive to embrace individuality, ensuring our university - like our city - is a place where everyone belongs.

To help our students thrive, we’ve developed a strong support system for their mental health and wellbeing that’s there for them throughout their degree.

Before they start, students can join our Belong at Brighton events to help them get to know the university and other students. This is an opportunity for students to feel more confident about their new home from home, which can be especially helpful for neurodiverse students or those who are planning to move away for their studies.

All students have access to a Student Support and Guidance Tutor (SSGT) and a Personal Academic Tutor (PAT). SSGTs are dedicated to supporting any issues that might be impacting a student’s studies, wellbeing or experience; PATs provide academic advice and work closely with the SSGTs to ensure that students are supported holistically.

For those students with additional needs, such as disabilities, mental health issues or learning difficulties, we have expert study skills and disability and learning support teams onhand. Our courses are designed to play to our students’ strengths, making the most of their individual learning style. We put Learning Support Plans in place for students who require adjustments to teaching or assessment methods and we also offer mentoring services. The university is an accessible learning environment for students with disabilities.

Cost of living support

Going to university is a great investment, but we know the cost can be a worry. We want to make higher education accessible for all so that students can experience studying in our fun, big-hearted city without breaking the bank.

Our Brighton Boost funding package offers eligible students up to £1,250 towards accommodation, transport and more.

Our Student Jobs Hub shares flexible, paid roles that allow our students to develop new skills and experiences alongside their studies. This is also a great opportunity for students to add to their CV and create connections with other students.

The Students’ Union Essentials initiative ensures students have access to the essentials they need. This initiative serves as both a foodbank and a re-use centre, providing free food, household supplies, clothing, personal hygiene products and more.

LOIS KING Marketing Officer, Student Recruitment www.brighton.ac.uk