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2023 University Of Brighton Protests
The 2023 University of Brighton protests was a series of staff and Student protest, student protests at the University of Brighton in England. The protests began on 15 May 2023 and concluded on 9 November 2023 after they failed to prevent 104 redundancies. Background The protests were in reaction to the University announcing up to 400 staff were put on notice for 110 planned job cuts due to rising costs. The goals of the protesters was to prevent the redundancies. The university said that these redundancies are necessary, blaming inflation and Tuition fees in the United Kingdom, tuition fees being capped at £9,250. The university was aiming to save £17.9 million through redundancies. Unions, including The University of Brighton UCU and Sussex Students' Union, expressed support and messages of solidarity. The University of Brighton UCU responded to the attacks with a statement, saying they'll fight the redundancies. The university has been criticised for spending £50 mill ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
University Of Brighton
The University of Brighton is a public university based in Brighton on the south coast of England. Its roots can be traced back to 1858 when the Brighton School of Art was opened in the Royal Pavilion. It achieved university status in 1992. The University focuses on practical, creative, and professional education, with the majority of degrees awarded also recognised by professional organisations or leading to professional qualifications. Subjects include pharmacy, engineering, ecology, computing, art, architecture, geology, nursing, teaching, sport science, journalism, criminology and business. It has around 18,000 students and 2,400 staff. The QS World University Rankings places the university within the top 100 internationally for Art and Design. History 1858—1900: Early years In 1858 the Brighton School of Art opened its doors to its first 110 students, in rooms by the kitchens of the Royal Pavilion. It moved in 1876 to its own building in Grand Parade, with the Pr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
