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With a great selection of student house shares in Brighton, the city centre is a fantastic place to live. With beaches, shops, bars, cafes, restaurants and attractions all within easy reach - city centre living provides the ultimate convenience for students. Brighton station is located in the city centre, and Brighton Palace Pier is a short walk away. Most of the university campuses are a quick walk or bus journey away and students can often get discounts on public transport to and from the university sites.
View Brighton City Centre properties →Elm Grove is a short stroll away from the University of Brighton, and a 25-minute bus journey from the University of Sussex. Students can enjoy a taste of nature at the nearby Elm Grove Village Park and access to many shops just a few minutes walk away. One of the biggest draws to the area is the reasonable costs of student properties in Brighton to rent.
View Elm Grove properties →Hollingdean is one of the most popular areas for student housing in Brighton - with many students choosing to live nearby Lewes Road and London Road. Browse our range of student accommodation options in Hollingdean on the StuRents website. Hollingdean is particularly convenient for students studying at the University of Brighton’s Moulsecoomb Campus, which is just under 2km away and easy to reach on foot or by bus.
View Hollingdean properties →Known as Brighton’s little sister, Hove offers a range of student accommodation - from studios, and private apartments to house shares. Hove is just a 20-minute walk, 7-minute drive or 15-minute train ride into Brighton city centre. Although it’s not the cheapest area for student rentals in Brighton - it’s certainly cheaper than city-centre accommodation. Many students are drawn to living in Hove thanks to its tranquil beaches, watersports, and communal gardens which play host to regular BBQs and festivals.
View Hove properties →Situated just over 3km from the University of Brighton’s Moulsecoomb Campus and around 6km from the Falmer Campus, and the University of Sussex, Kemptown is a convenient location for student apartments in Brighton. It’s also a seafront neighbourhood and came in hot at no.26 on TimeOut’s list of the coolest neighbourhoods worldwide.
View Kemptown properties →Situated just 2km from Brighton city centre, Moulsecoomb is a suburb that’s home to the University of Brighton’s biggest campus and a lively student population. It’s just over 2 miles from the Brighton seafront, with plenty of options for student houses in Brighton - from private to shared accommodation. You’ll also find the Moulsecoomb Wild Park here - which boasts a great nature trail for running and walks. Moulscoomb has its own railway station and an excellent selection of cafes, pubs, restaurants and bars.
View Moulsecoomb properties →The picturesque Queen's Park area has a lot to offer for students who choose to live there, with its own high street, trendy cafes, and easy access to both the city centre and university campuses. One of the highlights of living here is the Queen's Park - which is abundant with wildlife, nature and picnic spots, making this a great choice for shared student housing in Brighton.
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The University of Leeds was established in 1904 and has grown to become one of the largest higher education institutions in the UK. The University campus is a ten-minute walk from Leeds city centre and home to a cutting-edge fitness, sport, and wellbeing facility. Over 38,000 students currently choose to study here - including 12,000 international students.
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Recognised for high-quality teaching and research - The University of Liverpool is an internationally-acclaimed Russell Group University. An original ‘redbrick’ university, it’s ranked in the top 25 UK universities targeted by leading graduate employers. With a city-centre location, most student areas in Liverpool are convenient for students studying at the University of Liverpool. Take a look at StuRents' options for student accommodation in Liverpool city centre and surrounding areas.
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Durham University is a collegiate university - meaning that students gain membership to one of the university’s 13 colleges (a little like the Hogwarts house system!). It ranked in 6th place in the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2022 and 5th place in the Guardian University Guide in 2022. Students can choose from a wide range of over 200 undergraduate courses and over 100 postgraduate courses, with 26 departments based at the university. Durham University has also invested £40 million into a new Teaching and Learning Centre and £31 million in sports and wellbeing facilities - all to improve the student experience.
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The University of Nottingham is a multi-award-winning public research university with two main campuses in the Jubilee, and Queens Medical Centre, both based in the city with over 45,000 students enrolled here. Spanning far and wide outside of the UK, Nottingham University also has campuses in Malaysia and China.
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The University of Manchester is ranked 27th in the world and 6th in the UK - according to the QS World University Rankings 2022. The university is a member of the Russell Group and is currently investing £1 billion into its campus and student facilities. Located on the south side of Manchester, the university’s two main areas are based around Oxford Road and Sackville Street.
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The University of Newcastle Upon Tyne is a red brick university with over 28,000 students and offers around 175 undergraduate programmes. The main campus resides in central Newcastle near Haymarket, a convenient location for many of the student homes in Newcastle. The university has one of the largest EU research portfolios in the UK, has further expanded internationally as an overseas partner to the Singapore Institute of Technology, and opened a Medical School campus in Malaysia.
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An original 'redbrick' university, The University of Birmingham is part of the Russell Group. There are two main campus sites - Edgbaston & Selly Oak and the university’s estate is currently undergoing a £1 billion redevelopment programme over a ten-year period.
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Based across four campuses on the south coast of England, the University of Brighton has sites in Brighton and Eastbourne and is home to 18,000 students. The university has been part of the city since 1859, and 93% of students surveyed in the National Student Survey 2018 reported that they’re “very happy” with both their education and city life. Brighton was recently ranked in the UK student city's top ten (QS Best Student Cities 2019) and was also named the happiest city in England for students.
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Ranked joint first Modern University for Career Prospects in The Guardian University Guide 2021 and 2022, Coventry University is a great place to study. It boasts state-of-the-art facilities and dedicated schools for health, design and engineering laboratories, performing arts studios and computing centres. Coventry University has a city-centre campus, making it highly convenient for living in student accommodation in Coventry city centre, or any of the surrounding towns.
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The University of Leicester is the only UK University to win Times Higher Education awards for seven consecutive years. With over 16,000 students and strong ties to the Attenborough family, Leicester is one of the UK’s leading universities. There is plenty of student housing in Leicester located within walking distance or a short bus ride away from the University of Leicester.
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Standing at 15th in the top UK universities, The University of Sheffield strives for academic excellence, offering some of the highest quality education in the country. This Russell Group member prioritises student satisfaction and promotes nothing but growth. The university has also recently launched a #WeAreInternational campaign, meaning students can become part of an international community of peers.
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The University of Exeter has four campuses, comprising Streatham Campus - the heart of the university - located on the outskirts of the city (a 15-minute walk away) and St Luke’s Campus in Exeter town centre. Penryn Campus is the third campus, near Falmouth in Cornwall and the Truro Campus is the educational setting for University of Exeter Medical School students studying MSc Environment and Human Health. The University of Exeter is a Russell Group university well known for its sports studies and high levels of student satisfaction. It’s also a four-time recipient of the prestigious Queen's Anniversary Prize.
Find a great place nearbyAn eclectic seaside resort, Brighton offers the best of both worlds with beach and city vibes and a reputation for attracting creativity, diversity and sustainability. Brighton sits in the middle of a UNESCO World Biosphere Region and borders South Downs National Park - an International Dark Sky Reserve. Whether you’re studying at The University of Brighton or The University of Sussex - StuRents offers some of the best student accommodation in Brighton. Here’s what else Brighton brings to the table:
You’ll never be short of places to eat and drink in Brighton. With lots of vegan-friendly spots and independent cafes, Brighton caters for all tastes! To enjoy a spot of food by the beach, head to Brighton Pier and choose from fish and chips, frozen yoghurts and fresh doughnuts. Regardless of the location of your student accommodation in Brighton - each area has its own cosy cafes or quirky craft beer pubs.
Brighton nightlife is as diverse as they come - with atmospheric pubs serving up craft beer and real ales, little known cocktail bars, and clubs that host raves, comedy shows and live music. Outside of the city centre, you’ll find hidden gems to visit after sunset close to most student properties in Brighton. Brighton also has one of the most progressive LGBTQ+ communities in the UK, and this shines through in the city’s nightlife scene. CHALK, Proud Cabaret Brighton and Club Revenge all guarantee a night out to remember.
Brighton’s cultural prominence is undeniable, with Brighton Pier, The Royal Pavilion and the flower-adorned Pavilion Gardens all waiting for you to explore. There’s a cultural experience for everyone among Brighton’s museums and galleries, with Brighton Fishing Museum, regular exhibitions at Brighton Museum & Art Gallery and The Ceramic House - a gallery dedicated purely to ceramic art. Wherever you choose for your student housing in Brighton, you’ll never be too far away from a slice of Brighton’s culture.
Some of the best areas for shopping ‘til you drop’ in Brighton include The Lanes, North Laine, Churchill Square and Brighton Marina. Brighton also has a great selection of vintage shops, independent makers and jewellers - perfect if you’re looking for something out of the ordinary. All of our student lets in Brighton are well connected to the city centre, with regular public transport, friendly taxi drivers and scenic walking routes.
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