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Make Sussex your home, with courses, people and a city to inspire you. Discover what makes studying here special.
A place to call home
We know that choosing a university is an exciting decision. It’s important to find somewhere you’re excited to move to, a place to feel at home, where you’ll thrive both academically and personally.
Choose Sussex and we won’t just provide you with an excellent education in an inclusive and vibrant community, we’ll also celebrate your individuality, feed your imagination and encourage you to follow your passions.
Sussex may be 7,000 miles away from home, but it felt like a good match for me. I wanted to move to a well-connected city where there are lots of things to do, and Brighton was the perfect choice – it’s so cultural, so diverse, and so welcoming.”Dhruv Mandavkar
Finance and Technology (FinTech) BSc
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Ready to apply?
If you’ve explored our courses and know you want to join Sussex, you might be ready to start your application journey.
Find out how to apply for your chosen course, including our step-by-step application guide and tips for writing your personal statement.
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Be inspired
Choose Sussex and you can experience our stimulating courses, beautiful campus and the city of Brighton.
Learn something meaningful
Whatever your hopes for the future, we’ll provide the support to help you get there. We have more than 200 undergraduate degrees in a wide range of subject areas.
For our students, being able to get involved with the research projects of our leading academics – in quantum or in other areas, such as particle physics or astronomy – is a fantastic experience.”Sebastian Weidt
Professor of Quantum Computing and Entrepreneurship
Co-founder and CEO of quantum computing company Universal Quantum
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You’ll be taught by academics whose research is pursuing answers to some of the most important issues facing the world – including innovations in areas like quantum technology and artificial intelligence.
Hear from our students and alumni to learn more about what life at Sussex is like.
Find your place in the world
We’re ranked 16th in the UK for employment outcomes (out of 90 Higher Education institutions) in the .
Our award-winning Careers and Entrepreneurship team (winners of the ) will support you with personalised advice, placement and internship support, as well as practical CV advice and on campus jobs. Whatever your ambitions, we’re here to help you achieve them, during your time with us and for up to three years after you graduate.
You’ll have opportunities to:
- apply for approximately 3,000 paid placements and internships each year with a range of exciting employers like Disney, Gatwick Airport, Knepp Wildland Foundation, Huey Games, L’Oréal, Deloitte, Balfour Beatty and GSK, the NHS and FareShare
- earn while you study with over 1,000 paid jobs on campus, plus many more in Brighton.
Doing a placement during your degree can help you make a choice that’s right for you.”Luke Bunn
Psychology (with a professional placement year) BSc
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A vibrant campus community
Living on our beautiful green campus you’ll be just a few minutes’ walk away from the library, lecture theatres, shops, cafés and bars. And if you love the great outdoors, take a short walk from campus and you’re in the stunning South Downs.
At first, I didn’t find a society at Sussex that quite fit my interests, so I created one! I’m now Co-President of the Forest Garden Society. Co-running the Society with my friends has been such a joy.” Jack Cooper
Liberal Arts BA student
Forest Garden Society Co-President
Joining a student-led club or society is a fun way to meet new people and this year there are nearly 200 to choose from. So, whether you’re a sports lover, gamer or Bake Off fan, there’s .
You’ll also find plenty of facilities on campus, including two sports centres, a pharmacy and a supermarket.
Plus you can buy food from across the world at our cafés, shops and weekly street food market.
I came here for an Applicant Visit Day and I could see myself on campus. I enjoyed the whole vibe. Now I can honestly say I have loved everything about it.”Ellie-Louise Herbert
Marketing and Management (with a professional placement year) BSc
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The Brighton buzz
We’re just nine minutes from the lively seaside city of Brighton and Hove.
Brighton is a captivating city. It’s a place where being yourself is championed and having fun is unavoidable. The city is also famous for its grand Royal Pavilion, its vibrant nightlife and its iconic pebble beach.
One of , you’ll never be short of something to do.
The city has a wonderful nightlife and it’s so diverse. You’re always going to meet interesting people. It’s also great to go sea swimming.”Rob O'Grady
Ecology and Conservation BSc
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Dates for your diary
Here are just some of the exciting events that take place throughout the year:
- When you arrive on campus in September you can join the various Welcome Week actitivities, discover socities you’ll love and meet new friends.
- In March we host One World Week, with events that celebrate the diverse cultures at Sussex.
- The Brighton Marathon Weekend takes place in April, where runners of all ages and abilities get on the move.
- May is festival season, with Brighton Festival, Brighton Fringe and The Great Esacpe music festival all taking place across various venues in Brighton.
- Show off your colours in August with the UK’s biggest Pride festival – an all-singing, all dancing extravaganza.
Supporting you with the cost of living
Whatever your background, we can offer you the support to flourish with us and get the most out of your experience.
Home undergraduate students might be eligible for the Sussex Bursary to help with the rent for your Â鶹´«Ã½ accommodation.
Learn more about living costs at Sussex and see our tips for saving money and budgeting for student life.
I came to Sussex because I was able to receive both a sports scholarship and an academic scholarship.”Jazz Turner
Sussexsport scholar
Mechanical Engineering BEng
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Feel at home
Guaranteed housing
You’re guaranteed university-managed accommodation during your first year if you firmly accept an offer of a place from us and submit an online housing application by 31 July.
Even though campus is in the middle of the Sussex countryside, with students from every nation being curious about each other’s countries this is about as worldly as you can get.”Marco Abousleiman
Law with Business and Management LLB student
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An international community
We’re in the top 25 in the UK for International Outlook (). There are more than 150 nationalities studying at Sussex and a third of our students come from outside the UK, which means there are lots of chances to meet people from all over the world.
With our Language Café, Buddy Scheme and opportunities to study abroad, you can explore new cultures and meet others who share your interests.
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