Guide to University for Year 13 Students
Find out about studying at university with our helpful guide. We'll cover the application process, student funding and finance, accommodation and much more!
Welcome to the University of Brighton
Welcome to the Outreach Programme
Welcome to your Year 13 Guide to University
Note to students using this guide
Guide to University - Student Workbook
Admissions Timeline
Personal statement timeline
How to write a strong UCAS personal statement
How to write your Personal Statement
Top Tips – What makes a good personal statement?
Writing your personal statement - key information
UCAS personal statement worksheet
Key skills worksheet
UCAS key terms explained
Applying through UCAS
University Interviews
Preparing for an interview
Preparing a portfolio - tips and advice
Accommodation at Brighton University
Student Finance Explained 2025 - 2026
Student Funding & Finance 2025
How to check the status of your student loan application
How to change your student finance application
DSA - Serena's story
Bursaries and scholarships
Bursaries at Brighton
Student stories - Finance and budgeting
Study Skills 1 - Learning independently with confidence
Study skills 3 - Establishing effective study habits
Student stories - Time management and studying
Tips and advice from current students
Support at the University of Brighton
Brighton's Student Union
Join us at an upcoming event (these are updated regularly!)