First in the world for Development Studies for the ninth consecutive year

In partnership with the Institute of Development of Studies (IDS) we have been named best in the world for Development Studies in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025 for the ninth year in a row!

This ranking reflects our international reputation for excellence as well as the strength of teaching and research relationships between Sussex, IDS, our staff, students, alumni and partners globally. It has been achieved through the work of IDS and our Schools of Global Studies, Education and Social Work, Media, Arts and Humanities, and the University of Sussex Business School.

Professor Geert De Neve, Head of the School of Global Studies, said: ''Collaboration and world-leading research are at the heart of how we deliver Development Studies jointly with IDS, and I am really pleased to see the success of this approach once again being recognised in the QS rankings. The major global development challenges of our times are being discussed, researched and taught here on campus as together we work towards a more just and sustainable world.''


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