The programme supports patients to stay active through live-streamed exercise sessions.
The university said this winter marks the first time the project has expanded to the comprehensive stroke unit at Royal Sussex County Hospital, with students joining NHS teams on the ward.
Priscilla Cezarino Silveira, a clinical specialist occupational therapist at University Hospitals Sussex, said staff were “really appreciative” of the ‘ support.
Sarah-Jane Ryan, head of practice learning and development for health and sport courses at the University of Brighton, said: “Working in healthcare environments for some sport students supports their development of compassion, confidence and adaptability.”