University Of Brighton Considers Closing Falmer Campus
The University of Brighton is considering closing its Falmer campus from 2030 as part of plans to concentrate its operations across two sites.
The university says it is looking at moving activity currently based at Falmer to its campuses in the city centre and at Moulsecoomb.
It says the proposed changes would involve investment in the two remaining sites, with the aim of creating a university that is "stronger" and more sustainable.
However, no final decision has been made on the future of the Falmer campus.
The university says there will be a consultation on the proposals before any decision is taken.
What could be affected?
Falmer currently provides a range of facilities and services, including the university's library.
Around 600 students also live in two halls of residence on the campus.
Other facilities include:
The university's sports and health complex
Facilities supporting nursing and midwifery courses
Resources used by trainee teachers
The university says it wants to work with students, staff and other affected groups as it considers the proposed changes.
A spokesperson said the institution was choosing to "shape our own future" in response to the financial pressures facing universities across the UK.
The university said concentrating its operations across two campuses would help it become more sustainable and better connected with students, employers, communities and partners.
Financial pressure across higher education
The potential changes at Brighton come amid wider financial difficulties across the UK university sector.
The neighbouring University of Sussex announced proposals in May aimed at saving £35 million a year, including plans to cut around 200 jobs.
Its vice-chancellor, Professor Sasha Roseneil, said "very difficult decisions" were required to address what she described as the financial sustainability crisis affecting UK higher education.
The University of Brighton has not announced a final decision on the future of Falmer, with the consultation process expected to inform the next stage of its plans.
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