University of Sussex

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Uni facts

Brighton, UK

Type

Public
Rank

147
International students

5000
Nationalities

140
Total programs

8
Acceptance rate

92%

Study abroad at the University of Sussex

The University of Sussex is a public research university located just outside Brighton on the south coast of England. The university campus is surrounded by the South Downs National Park, offering tranquil surrounds for students to study in.

The University offers a wide range of programs and subjects at all levels including bachelor’s and master’s. As an international student, you can study on a pathway program that will prepare you for studying an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at the University at Sussex.

Sussex boasts state of the art learning and teaching facilities, including a new engineering and robotics center. There are also several on-campus research centers, including the Genome Damage and Stability Center, the Sussex Center for Migration Research and the Sackler Center for Consciousness Science.

The University of Sussex Students’ Union arranges fun student events and activities throughout the year. There are over 200 societies, 30 sports clubs and hundreds of volunteering opportunities at Sussex.

Why study at the University of Sussex?

Highly ranked
The University of Sussex is ranked in the top 150 universities in the world (The Times Education World University Rankings 2020)
Student satisfaction
84% of Sussex students confirmed they are happy with their experience (National Student Survey 2019)
Employability
96% of Sussex graduates were in work or further study within six months (Which? University Guide 2018)

Life as an international student

Each year Sussex welcomes almost 5,000 international students from more than 100 countries, giving the University a truly international and multicultural campus.

As an international student studying on a pathway program, you’ll study in the International Study Center alongside other international students. This helps you adjust to life at Sussex while you learn the skills you’ll need to complete a degree at the university.

The University of Sussex offers a range of support services, including the Student Life Center where you can get advice and guidance on issues such as accommodation, fees, disabilities, mental health and learning needs.

Accommodation is available to all international students, and living on campus is one of the best ways to experience student life at Sussex. When you arrive you’ll be able to take part in orientation and many other activities that will help you settle in and meet new friends.

Student life & facilities

Group of students planning a presentation in a living room

Praying Rooms
- Workshops
- Language Center
- Group Praying Rooms
- Pre sessional English Academic skills courses
IT Support
- Loan Laptops
- Campus Wireless Connectivity
Food & Restaurants
- Bars 2
- Restaurants 5
- Cafe’s 7
Fitness Centre
- Machines
- Free Weights
- Fitness Classes
- Personal Trainers
Sports Facilities
- No. of Natural Turf American Football Pitches 1
- No. of Natural Turf Soccer Pitches 1
No. of All Weather Sports Pitches
- No. of Tennis Courts 6
Clubs & Organisations
- No. of Clubs & Organizations 308
Healthcare & Medical
- Counselling & Mental Health Services
Tutoring Support
- Academic Tutoring & Support

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