The school

Embassy CES Brighton is situated in the very centre of the city. The superb purpose-built Study Centre, built in 2007, combines residential and teaching facilities.

The building is contemporary, light and airy. Built around a central atrium, it provides a modern space for learning, living, socialising and eating. Students can live onsite: a glass bridge links the residential half of the building to the Study Centre.

A short walk away is the North Laine area of Brighton, a quirky, diverse quarter full of cafes, boutiques, theatres and museums. Within ten minutes, you can be at Churchill Square, Brighton's central shopping centre, and a further five minutes' stroll brings you to the seafront and beach.

The building is shared with our sister school, Bellerbys college. At full capacity, the school can comfortably accommodate over 1,000 students. The minimum age is 16.

Our Brighton school is accredited by English UK and the British Council, guaranteeing you quality English language tuition.

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Facilities

The Study Centre contains:

• 62 classrooms
• a library
• a bookshop
• an exam and lecture hall
• an internet café
• a large student common room
• an excellent cafeteria and high-quality snack amenities.

The brand new facility features high-quality fittings and fixtures throughout, and the entire building has been constructed with strict environmental principles in mind.

There are also two computer suites - all Embassy CES schools have wireless internet access, too: why not bring your laptop with you?

Embassy CES Brighton is an IELTS testing centre, so you can take your IELTS exam in this school.

Courses offered at this school

• Embassy Certificate of English (Standard or Intensive)
• Embassy Diploma of English
• Certificate of Business English
• Diploma of Business English
• Certificate Eight
• Examination preparation (FCE, CAE, IELTS)
• Pre-Masters
• One-to-one
• University Counselling
• Work Placement Assistance
• Summer Schools 

Activities

There is a lively programme of excursions and activities at Embassy CES Brighton & Hove. In the summer months there is an even bigger choice. Regular trips take students to see the best-known attractions in the country, from Stonehenge to Alton Towers.

If sport is your thing, there are many opportunities to join in football, tennis and volleyball games. Your activities organiser will also help you book independent trips.

For more information, visit our Sample activities page.

Accommodation

Accommodation options for students in Brighton are:

• Onsite Student Residence: 375 high-quality single ensuite study bedrooms, plus a few shared ensuite rooms. All rooms have wireless internet access.

Live onsite in our residential wing, linked to the school by a glass bridge. You'll also be only minutes away from central Brighton's excellent shopping and nightlife opportunities.

• HomeStay: Live as part of an English-speaking household

Read more about accommodation options, and meet a host household on our Accommodation pages. See prices on our Fees page.

You can find a selection of accommodation websites on our Accommodation Links page for England.

The city

Brighton is a seaside city and a very popular holiday resort for British people as well as international visitors. It is famous for its pier and for the Pavilion, a historic Royal residence.

Because the city is home to two universities, the population is young. You'll find lots of shops, live music, art and culture as well as a lively nightlife all the year round. Visitors always enjoy the Lanes, narrow alleys of shops and restaurants, and Brighton's excellent entertainment venues which include three cinemas and four theatres. In the summer, the beach is the place to be, both day and night.

Brighton's annual arts festival, in May, is the second-biggest in the UK and brings world-famous acts to the city.

Transport links are excellent, with trains to London leaving every 30 minutes. The journey takes 50 minutes on the express service. A bus service links all parts of Brighton, although central areas are all within walking distance. Various discounts are available to students; Student Services will be able to advise you.

What's life like in Brighton?

Visit Student Club for:

• Pre-arrival advice: everything you need to know before you come to Brighton
• The Brighton student handbook and UK photobook: see Brighton life for yourself
• 360° panoramic photos of the city of Brighton (see samples here)

Or

• see our Student Life pages to see an average day in the life of a student in the UK
• What's the cost of living in Brighton?

Attractions

Brighton's art gallery and museum have recently reopened with superb new exhibits and facilities. There are also many smaller museums and galleries throughout the city.

Brighton Marina provides a pleasant day looking at boats and yachts. It's also a good place for shopping, watching films or eating out.

The Pavilion is Brighton's most famous building - you shouldn't leave the city without a look at its stunning interiors. The gardens around the Pavilion are a popular place for meeting, enjoying coffee, and perhaps listening to live music.

The city is surrounded by easily-accessible countryside which is ideal for walking, riding or mountain-biking. Regular buses take visitors to the scenic viewpoint and popular picnic spot Devil's Dyke.

The beach provides a place for sun-bathing and sports in the summer, and walks in the winter. It's also home to the Pier, where you'll find a funfair and attractions.