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International Relations and International Development, International Year One

Learn more about studying International Relations and International Development, International Year One as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Undergraduate pathway
  • Duration
    1 year
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    20,750GBP
  • Start date
    Jan, Sep, Nov
  • University ranking
    #278

Program overview

What the University of Sussex says about their program:

Study International Relations and International Development at the University of Sussex, the number one ranked university in the world for Development Studies.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of high school/ secondary education

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of a bachelor's degree (four or five years) in a suitable subject from a recognised university with a minimum grade of Second Class Honours Lower Division (2

    2) or equivalent.

English proficiency

English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.

English proficiency waivers

Documents required

  • Passport
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Degree certificate or diploma
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Statement of purpose or personal statement
  • Recommendation letters
  • Finance proof
  • Translations
  • Credential evaluations
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Scholarships at University of Sussex

  • Chancellor's International Scholarships - Undergraduate

    Official page

    £5,000 scholarship for excellent international undergraduate applicants beginning full-time bachelors study at Sussex in 2026.

  • Climate Leaders Scholarship

    Official page

    £3,000 scholarship for active environmentalists at undergraduate, taught masters or research level who demonstrate real-world behaviour change.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

University of Sussex provides fee information that can help students understand how study costs may be structured or may vary across options. University of Sussex encourages students to review official funding and financial-support information to confirm what cost guidance or support may be available.

Fee information

  • International Year One tuition

    From £19,750 to £20,500 per program

  • International Foundation Year tuition

    £19,750 per program

  • Pre-Masters Program tuition

    £19,750 per program

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What is the cost of living near University of Sussex?

Category Cost  (in British Pound Sterling)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre£1,275
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre£1,021
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)£134
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)£31
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)£12· Brighton average
Monthly public transport pass£98
Monthly grocery basket£147
Coffee shop drink£4
Cinema or cultural event ticket£13
Gym membership£39

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced) and numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for the University of Sussex

Navigating the visa process is a crucial step in your study abroad journey. Make sure to seek guidance and support to ensure you meet all necessary requirements for your time at University of Sussex.

UK student visa requirements