Support for international students

We provide high-quality support for students from outside the UK. We can help you:

  • get your student visa
  • settle in when you first arrive
  • succeed in your academic studies
  • prepare for a successful career.

You'll have access to modern facilities and a range of support and services, which includes a modern library, computing and laboratory facilities, comprehensive careers and personal support, and opportunities to volunteer or take part in sport.

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International visas team in conversation with students

Help with visa applications

Get help with applying for your student visa and ask our helpful international advisers any questions you might have about arriving and living in the UK.

Students interacting with teacher in a class room

English and academic support

You can choose to have free English language tuition, and all international students are allocated a personal academic tutor.

A student taking a photo of Brighton Pavilion from the outside on a clear sunny day

Orientation programme

Orientation will give you the chance to meet other international students, introduce you to the town you will be living in, and give you all the information you need to make the most of studying at the university.

Art student and teacher discussing students work in the art classroom

Financial support and scholarships

We have a range of bursaries available to EU students and a number of scholarships for EU and international students.

Two students playing wheelchair basketball

Dyslexia and disabilities

We work with all disabled students, including international students, to ensure you're not disadvantaged by a disability or specific learning difficulty.

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University life

Get ready for life in the UK. We offer lots of advice and support to help you settle into life at the Ογ½ΆΦ±²₯.

Member of the careers team meeting with student outside the Careers office

Careers advice and support

Our careers service offers personal advice, training and support for your career, and gives you the opportunity to gain relevant skills through award-winning mentoring, entrepreneurship and volunteering programmes.

Graduating student sitting in the crowd and clapping at graduation ceremony

Support beyond graduation

When you graduate from the Ογ½ΆΦ±²₯ you will automatically become a member of the Alumni Association, a network of over 130,000 alumni around the world.