University of Brighton Admissions Process

A recent survey by Cambridge International’s Annual Destinations showed that 76% of Indian students chose the UK because of its strong university reputation. A degree from any British university does not only elevate your CV but can also be a strong selling point in the future, regardless of the sector or location. One of the upcoming cities and universities in the UK is called Brighton. Brighton is ranked #83 on the Best Student Cities index and is home to the University of Brighton. If you want to study in the beachy southern coast of England then here is the ultimate University of Brighton admissions guide!

About the University of Brighton 

The University of Brighton is a public research university in Brighton, United Kingdom. It was founded in 1858 as the Brighton School of Art. The University has four campuses located in Brighton and Eastbourne. The university believes in inclusivity, sustainability, creativity and partnership. It offers a variety of undergraduate, and postgraduate courses, research study programs, degree preparation courses and English language programmes in various subject areas. It is known for its academics, teaching quality and research. The graduate employability of the university is 91.6%, i.e., students were employed or pursuing further studies 15 months after graduation.

Schools Under the University of Brighton 

• School of Applied Sciences
• School of Architecture, Technology and Engineering
• School of Art and Media
• School of Business and Law
• School of Education
• School of Humanities and Social Science
• School of Sport and Health Sciences
• Brighton Doctoral College
• Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS)

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University of Brighton Admissions Admissions Process 

The step-by-step admission process for international students is as follows:

Choosing a Course

The first step is to choose your course. The University offers a variety of undergraduate, and postgraduate courses, research study programs, degree preparation courses and English language programmes. You can visit the University’s official website and simply find a course that suits you.

Applying for the Course

The next step is to apply for the chosen course. Start the application process for full-time undergraduate courses by logging into UCAS with the “Apply Now” button to access the application and create an account. For postgraduate courses, applications can be made directly through the university’s website.

Gather Test Scores of Proficiency Exams

GMAT, GRE, IELTS, PTE or TOEFL are mandatory parts of the documents required for the application process. Register for Leverage Live and commence with your preparations today. A few courses may ask for an online portfolio or assignment that takes place on Skype.

Gather other Documents

LOR, SOP, bank statements, essays, updated resumes and official transcripts of previous academic degrees are also part of the supporting documents. Start collecting all the necessary documents to get ahead with your application process. 

Submit your Application 

Once you are qualified, collected all the documents and fulfilled the language requirements you are ready, to begin with, the application form. To secure your admission at the University of Brighton make sure you enter all your personal and professional credentials thoroughly. Later on, check the deadlines, and submit your saved application form at the right time to the university. 

Receiving your offer

After processing your application the University communicates the response through a letter. The response would be either of the following: 

• Conditional Offer – This means that the admission would be confirmed if and when the students meet a certain admission requirement, such as the completion of the undergraduate degree with a specific grade.
• Unconditional Offer – This indicates the student’s acceptance of a particular course.
• Rejection Letter – This indicates that the student has not been accepted to the University. 

In case you receive a rejection letter from your university, then do not worry, you always check why reason behind the rejection and make your application stronger to apply again or prepare for other universities. The best way to make your application stronger is to connect with ex-students from the same/similar department and university, connect with mentors in your field or contact experts from Leverage Edu!

Accepting your Offer

You have to formally accept the offer by following the instructions provided in the letter. In case of a conditional offer, you would have to meet all conditional requirements and provide additional documents, if required. The deadline to accept the offer is provided in the letter and is normally 2 months from the date the offer was made. Your offer will be withdrawn if you don’t accept it.

Receiving your CAS Number

The University will issue you a CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies) after accepting your offer and making the payment for the tuition fee deposit. CAS number is required for visa application and can be issued up to six months before your course date

Applying for a Visa

The next step would be to apply for your student visa. You can apply for a visa up to 3 months before the course date

Booking your Accommodation

International students who accept their offer and apply for the accommodation by the given deadline can book their accommodation at the University of Brighton. If you are facing issues while applying, get in touch with Leverage Edu instructors at 1800 57 2000 and from the application process to the visa process, get entry into your dream university with ease. 

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Intakes at the University of Brighton

The University of Brighton offers programs mainly during the January intake and September intake. There are also additional Intakes in April/May, January and March but only for select courses.

Intake	Deadline
January-February	June-September
September-October	February-May

University of Brighton Admissions Deadlines

The important deadlines for the September intake are given below:

UCAS Extra Opens (if students don’t receive any offers from any University, they can apply to a new course through UCAS Extra)	September
Medicine Courses Application Deadline	15 October
UCAS Application deadline	26 January
UCAS Extra Opens (if students don’t receive any offers from any University, they can apply to a new course through UCAS extra)	25 February
UCAS Final Deadline (final deadline for application to a September course)	30 June
Applying Directly to the University (UG students who didn’t apply through UCAS can apply)	2 July
Beginning of Academic year	26 September

Admissions Requirements

For UG courses

• 10+2 or equivalent 
• Background in subjects specified by the university depending upon the course.
• English Language Proficiency Test scores. The minimum scores are specified according to the course

For PG courses

• A 2:1/2:2 Bachelor’s degree with honours or equivalent with a minimum GPA specified by the university. 
• A 2:1/2:2  Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a minimum GPA specified by the university 
• English Language Proficiency Test scores (Minimum scores specified according to the course)
• GMAT/GRE score, if applicable.
• A background in a particular subject depends upon your choice of specialisation.

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Eligibility Requirements for Indian Students

• Higher Secondary School Certificate/Standard XII with an overall average of 60–65% to include a minimum of five subjects at 40% or higher for undergraduate courses.
• A bachelor’s degree, studied for a minimum of three years, with a GPA of 55% or above from a recognised university for postgraduate courses.

Note that these are general scores for entry requirements. Do check specific requirements before applying.

English Language Requirements

Undergraduate and postgraduate studies require you to give proof of English language proficiency through tests. For international students, the following are acceptable English language tests:

Level of Study	Undergraduate Programs	Postgraduate Programs
IELTS	6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each component)	6.5 (with no less than 5.5 in each component)
PTE Academic	56 (with no less than 51 in each component)	61 (with no less than 51 in each component)
TOEFL iBT	72 overall, 18 in writing, 10 in reading, 10 in listening and 17 in speaking	85 overall, 18 in writing, 10 in reading, 10 in listening and 17 in speaking
Cambridge	B2 First (FCE) 169 with no less than 162 in each component C1 Advanced (CAE) 169 with no less than 162 in each component C2 Proficiency (CPE) 180 with no less than 162 in each component	B2 First (FCE) 176 with no less than 162 in each component C1 Advanced (CAE) 176 with no less than 162 in each component C2 Proficiency (CPE) 180 with no less than 162 in each component

These English language requirements are standard. Do check out the courses before applying.

Documents Checklist

Documents are an essential part of the University of Brighton admissions process. University representatives assess your documents like academic transcripts, SOPs and LORs before extending an offer letter. Documents are the best way for an admissions team to assess your application. Here are the documents required for the UK universities:

• Filled out the application form
• a personal statement explaining why you are suitable for the course
• Academic transcripts
• Copy of IELTS test scores
• Copy of GMAT/GRE test scores
• Self-attested X & XII marksheet and certificates
• 2 references, if applicable 
• Passport/Identification Card
• Resume
• Letter of Recommendation 
• Proof of funds

Note: All academic transcripts should officially be translated into English.

Cost of Attendance at the University of Brighton 

The tuition fee for undergraduate and postgraduate students for the year 2022-2023 is as follows:

Undergraduate courses

Course Type	Annual Tuition fee
Classroom-based courses	£13,842 (INR 13,86,159.74)
Non-classroom (laboratory/workshop-based) courses	£15,462 (INR 15,48,363.13)

Postgraduate Courses

Course Type	Postgraduate taught course, classroom-based
Ph.D. (lab based)	£13,464 (INR 13,48,175.95)
Postgraduate taught course, lab-based	£15,282 (INR 15,30,599.61)
Professional doctorate	£16,956 (INR 16,98,262.46)
PhD (classroom-based)	from £13,842 (INR 13,86,159.74)
Postgraduate taught course, lab based	£13,842 (INR 13,86,159.74)

Tuition fee deposit: £3,000 (INR 3,00,424.74)

Accommodation at the University of Brighton 

The University of Brighton provides 25 options for accommodation. All university halls and homes are self-catered and the rent varies from £83 (INR 8,353) – £218 (INR 21,939.74) per week, depending upon your choice of accommodation and the bedroom capacity of the flat.

To book your accommodation, you can fill out an online form through the university’s website from April 2022. The deadline for all accommodation applications is Wednesday 30 June 2022.  

Student Visa for the UK

To study in the UK, you have to apply for a General Student Visa [Tier 4]. You will become eligible for a study visa once you are enrolled in a full-time study course. The requirements include:

• Proof of identity 
• Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) number 
• Offer letter from the university
• Documents for obtaining CAS
• Recent passport-size photographs 
• Proof of funds
• Visa fee payment 
• Additional requirements by the university

Post-Study Visa

• You need to switch to a Tier 2 general visa which lasts for 5 years post completion of studies.
• You can qualify for permanent residence provided your income is at least £35000 (INR 35,34,983).

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