University considers plans to close campus by 2030

The University of Brighton says it is considering closing one of its three campuses from 2030 in favour of condensing its operation into two sites.

A spokesperson for the university says it hopes to move its operation from its Falmer campus to its City and Moulsecoomb sites, which it says will make it stronger and more sustainable.

No decision has yet been made to close the Falmer campus and it plans to consult on the changes, the university says.

Citing pressures on universities across the UK, it said: "We're choosing to shape our own future, building a university that is stronger, more sustainable and better connected to the needs of future students, employers, communities and partners."

Closing the Falmer campus would be supported by investment into its two other campuses, the university said.

Changes to the university could affect the university's library, currently based on the Falmer campus. About 600 students currently live in two halls of residence on the campus.

The campus also houses the university's sports and health complex, facilities for its nursing and midwifery courses, and resources for trainee teachers.

Universities across the UK say they are facing financial pressures, with the neighbouring University of Sussex looking to save £35m a year in May in proposals to cut 200 jobs.

Its vice-chancellor, Prof Sasha Roseneil, said "very difficult decisions" were needed to "address the financial sustainability crisis affecting UK higher education".

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