With degrees from a broad range of subjects to choose from, Sussex is the perfect place to find a course that allows you to follow your passion and shape your future.
1st in the world for Development Studies (QS World University Rankings 2024)
=26th in the UK out of 109 UK Institutions (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024)
89%of our research is world leading or internationally excellent (Research Excellence Framework 2021)
16thin the UK for Employment Outcomes out of 90 Higher Education Institutions (QS World University Rankings 2025)
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Could there be a better place to be a student than our beautiful campus? Nestled in the South Downs National Park, we’re just nine minutes from one of the UK’s most iconic cities.
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Sussex is not just a university, it’s a community where people from all corners of the world are welcomed with open arms.”
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Media Practice BA
From the initial excitement of receiving an offer to study at Sussex, to discovering the creativity and vibrancy of the city of Brighton, our South Asian students provide an introduction to what Sussex means to them. View the full collection.
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We have a range of scholarships and funding for international students
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Before starting your course, you need to have acheived a certain level of English.
The University offers pre-sessional English courses for students applying to Sussex.
View information on these courses provided by the Department of Language Studies.
Support to develop your English Language skills is also available during your studies.
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Agent partners (also known as agents or representatives) can help you with your application to Sussex and provide advice about living and studying in the UK.
Find out about Sussex’s relationship with agent partners, what you should consider when choosing someone to represent you, and how to provide feedback.
Are you an official partner for the University? Our Partner Zone features lots of useful resources and information.