Newhaven Open Day - Saturday 14th March, 11am-2pm

Study your degree in a place that supports and believes in you

Come and explore our Animation, Design and Person-Centred Counselling degrees and see how higher education at our Newhaven campus is designed for real life.

Our courses are validated by:

Study that fits your life

Fit your degree around work, family and everything else that matters. With part-time routes, evening sessions and blended learning options, you can study in a way that feels realistic, manageable and built around your real life. Not the other way around.

Support to help you thrive

Get the personalised support that makes studying a degree feel achievable. With smaller classes, tutors who genuinely care, and dedicated wellbeing and study skills help, you’ll never feel like you’re doing this alone.

A degree that opens doors

Study courses shaped by real employers’ needs in sectors like business, computing, healthcare, engineering, education, and the creative industries. You’ll gain the skills, confidence and qualifications to progress into new roles and opportunities.

Learn close to home

Study for your degree at your local campus, without the cost, stress or disruption of relocating. Cut down on the commute and enjoy the comfort and convenience of learning in a place that feels familiar and welcoming.

Come and see our degrees for yourself

Join us at our Newhaven campus to see how you can study locally and go anywhere.

 

Find us at: Marine Workshops, Railway Quay, Newhaven, BN9 0ER

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92.8%

… overall satisfaction rating vs the National Student Survey average of 83.4%

Our students survey said:

97.9%

… of our students said their course developed knowledge and skills they think they’ll need for the future

97.9%

… of student felt they could freely express their ideas, opinions, and beliefs.

96.9%

… of our students said their course successfully introduced subjects and skills that built on what they’d already learned.

What We Offer

Stay close to home

University-level study in Newhaven.

More affordable routes 

Competitive fees and guidance on loans and financial support.

Smaller classes

More interaction, confidence and tailored support.

Lecturers who know their industries 

Learn from professionals, not just academics.

Designed for busy adults 

Flexible timetables and hybrid learning where available.

Friendly, inclusive environment 

No pressure, no judgement. Just support.

High student achievement 

A strong track record of students gaining first-class honours and going on to study Masters.

Modern workshops, studios & digital resources

Access specialist modern facilities and equipment that bring your subject to life and help you learn through real, hands-on experience.

Wellbeing & pastoral support 

Get the help you need if life becomes challenging while you study, with friendly teams who make sure you’re never facing things alone.

Smooth progression pathways 

FdSC → Top-Up → Full Degree options.

Recognised qualifications 

Our degree courses are validated by University of East Anglia

Strong employer links 

Courses shaped around real jobs in our region.

A route into meaningful careers 

Healthcare, education, engineering, computing, business, creative arts and more.

A growing creative hub

Newhaven is becoming exciting creative hub, with new businesses and opportunities growing every year.

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“I worried I’d be the oldest in the room — but everyone was so welcoming, and I felt supported from day one.”

“Flexible timetables meant I could keep my job and still work towards my degree. It finally feels possible.”

“My degree helped me step into a role I’d dreamed of for years. I wish I’d started sooner.”