Study abroad at Eastbourne

Eastbourne is England's celebrated seaside resort town on the South Coast in East Sussex, officially recorded by the Met Office as the 'Sunniest Town in Britain' (averaging over 1,750 hours of sunshine per year). Framed by the dramatic white chalk cliffs of Beachy Head and the Seven Sisters in the South Downs National Park, Eastbourne is famous for its historic Victorian Pier, Sovereign Harbour, international WTA grass-court tennis tournament at Devonshire Park, and relaxed coastal lifestyle situated just 30 minutes from Brighton and 85 minutes by direct train from London Victoria. Eastbourne has established a prestigious reputation as a regional educational hub, home to the University of Brighton's Eastbourne Campus / Hillbrow & Gaudick Sites (nationally acclaimed for the School of Sport and Health Sciences, Physical Education, Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Nursing, and Sport & Exercise Science with state-of-the-art biomechanics and physiology laboratories and Olympic-standard sports facilities), alongside East Sussex College Eastbourne (offering university access foundation pathways, creative media, and technical diplomas). Degrees are taught 100% in English within the UK higher education system. International students benefit from clinical NHS placements in Sussex healthcare trusts, sunny healthy coastal lifestyle, lower living costs than London, and direct UK Student Visa (CAS) support with 2-year Graduate Route work visa.

Tuition fees in Eastbourne for international undergraduate students at the University of Brighton range between £15,900 and £17,500 per academic year for Sport Science, Physiotherapy, Nursing, and Health Sciences. The university offers international merit scholarships such as the University of Brighton International Scholarship awarding £1,500 to £2,500/year to qualified students. At East Sussex College, foundation programs range from £9,500 to £12,000 per year. Postgraduate Master's degrees range between £16,200 and £18,900 per year. University student residences (Brighton Welkin Halls in Eastbourne / Gaudick Road) cost between £520 and £780 per month (inclusive of utility bills, Wi-Fi, and gym pass), while private rental student flats and shared rooms in Eastbourne Town Centre, Meads, and Seaside range from £450 to £850 per month. General monthly living expenses range between £700 and £1,150.

International non-UK students require a UK Student Visa. The University of Brighton issues the electronic Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) upon acceptance of offer and tuition deposit payment. Applicants submit the CAS statement, proof of financial maintenance funds (minimum £1,023 per month for up to 9 months outside London), and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) for full NHS healthcare coverage. Graduates qualify for the 2-year UK Graduate Route post-study work visa.