Does the University of Brighton provide accommodation for students?
Yes, the University of Brighton does provide accommodation for students, both undergraduate and postgraduate, including international students. Here are the details of 2025/26:
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Capacity: The university manages approx. 2,000+ rooms across multiple halls of residence.
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Types: Options include en-suite, shared bathroom, and catered/self-catered flats. Weekly rents usually range from £135 – £220 Approx depending on location and room type.
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Locations: Main halls are spread across Brighton (Moulsecoomb, Falmer, City) and Eastbourne campuses.
Duration: Contracts are typically 39 – 51 weeks Approx , depending on the course and hall.
Facilities: Most halls include Wi-Fi, heating, communal kitchens, laundries, and 24/7 security.
Guarantee:
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First-year undergraduates are generally guaranteed a place if they apply by the housing deadline.
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Postgraduates and later-year students can apply, but spaces are not always guaranteed.
For those who don’t get university-managed housing, Brighton has a large private rental market:
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Shared houses (HMOs) average £110 – £170 per week per person .
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Private halls and studios can range between £180 – £260 per week .
The University of Brighton provides accommodation on the campus in halls of residence across Brighton and in Eastbourne. The halls are all self-catered, with 24/7 help provided by the Residential Wellbeing student advisors. Interested students can check out private renting accommodation on the university website.
