Turkey

Ranked as one of the most international universities in the UK, we'd be delighted to welcome you to Sussex.

“Sussex ensures that I am surrounded by critical minds who share the same motives, through alumni networks, my fellow classmates and professors.” Betül Aybike Şahin
MA Environment, Development and Policy 

Welcome!/Hoşgeldiniz!

Sussex has long enjoyed being a popular destination for Turkish students. We have around 130 Turkish students currently studying at the University.

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Demet’s experience

Demet is a Marketing and Management BSc student from Turkey.

Read about how the support of the Business School's Placements team gave her the confidence to apply for – and secure – her dream placement at Armani Beauty, L’Oréal.

Read Demet’s story.

Application information

University preparation courses

Find out more about International Foundation Year, International Year One and Pre-Masters courses.

Life at Sussex

Situated on the edge of a national park and located just a few minutes away from one of the most vibrant cities in the UK, Sussex has it all.

Support for international students

Sussex has teams dedicated to helping you make the most of your time at university. They can provide: 

  • advice on immigration and applying for your visa
  • support with finding accommodation
  • welfare support
  • help to improve your English language and writing skills.
  • guidance with searching for part-time jobs
  • recognition of your extra-curricular and voluntary achievements.

Find out more about our support.

Spirit of Sussex Award

The Spirit of Sussex Award is our way of recognising you’re achievements at Sussex. It can help you:

  • feel involved with life at Sussex
  • make friends and build a wider network while you're with us
  • get a job after your studies by showcasing all your achievements to future employers.

Discover more about the scheme.

Clubs and societies

Choose from more than 200 societies and groups at Sussex and Brighton, including:

  • Sussex Turkish Society, a place for our Turkish student community to connect over food, drinks, social

    events and celebrate national holidays.

  • the Buddy Scheme, which matches new students with current students based on your interests and includes activities and trips
  • the Language Café, where you take part in language exchange sessions and other activities.

Societies are a fantastic way of trying new experiences and making new friends.

Islamic Society (Isoc)

The Islamic Society is one of Sussex’s most active societies, providing religious and social support services during your time at university.

The Islamic Society provides:

  • free Iftar every day after sunset at the Muslim Student Centre
  • Tarawih Prayer every day after Iftar
  • breakfast at the Muslim Student Centre on the Eid following Ramadan.

Find out more about the society.

Food and culture

You can buy international products from our weekly on-campus market and food markets in Brighton, and halal meats from Taj The Grocer.

There are also halal restaurants in the city, ranging from Moroccan to Lebanese.

“I was working as a deputy governor for 18 years in Turkey when I decided to start my PhD. My supervisors at Sussex were the best in their academic areas – they treated me as their colleague not just as a student.” Hulya Kaya
PhD on Migration and Refugee Law

Alumni and careers

A degree from Sussex is internationally recognised and our Turkish alumni have gone on to do incredible things. Recent graduates from Turkey have taken up exciting roles at:

  • Siemens
  • Unilever
  • EY
  • International Energy Agency.

We have an alumni network based in Turkey who can chat with you about their experiences of studying at Sussex. Get in contact.

Get in touch

Talk to Rebecca

Rebecca is our Turkey expert based on campus. 

You can get in touch with Rebecca if you have any questions or would like to arrange a meeting for support with your educational journey.

Email: r.jermy@sussex.ac.uk
Telephone: +44 (0)1273 877908

Ask a student

Want to find out more about student life? Chat to our students online via Unibuddy.

Ask a question.

Meet us in Turkey

Check back here for information on upcoming events in your country.

British Council

The British Council in Turkey can advise you on local English language course providers, English language testing centres and dates, UK university exhibitions and events, and scholarships.

Find a representative in Turkey

Sussex is represented by a number of professional agencies in Turkey.

They can support you through the process of applying to university, providing advice and helping you with the preparation and submission of your documents.

We work closely with agents to ensure you receive detailed and accurate advice about coming to study at Sussex. Find out more about our work with agent partners and how you can provide feedback about an agent.

Our representatives in Turkey are:

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