UK-based international students

Choose from over 500 degrees. Join a society. Explore Brighton and the UK. Our guide has the information you need to know about life as an international student in the UK, entry routes and how to apply.

Come to an Open Day

Book a place at an Open Day to discover more about our courses, the campus, and Brighton & Hove.

Year 1 and year 2 entry

You can progress to a Sussex degree through routes such as studying an International Foundation Year or International Diploma at:

  •  International students can study an or preparation course. Upon successful completion, students can progress to an undergraduate degree. 

Find out more about entry requirements through these study centres and colleges.

Entry requirements

To find out what grades and qualifications we accept and our English language requirements:

Fees and scholarships

If you want to study in the UK, you may be eligible for one of our scholarships:

You can also search for other sources of PhD funding by region or country.

Life at Sussex

Cosmopolitan, friendly and brimming with energy -  this was my first impression of the University and the city.”camelia Mocanu
Neuroscience BSc

Clubs, groups and societies

You can choose from more than 200 student-led societies, sports teams and groups at Sussex including:

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

Food

You can buy international products from our weekly on-campus market, and international supermarkets in the city.

Religion

On campus, there is a multi-faith chaplaincy, Muslim Student Centre and a Muslim prayer facility. There are also churches, mosques, and other world religion centres in Brighton & Hove.

Get in touch

Talk to Kevin

Kevin McDonnell is our International Officer for UK-based international students. 

Having worked with international students for several years, Kevin is ready to share his experiences with you and help you on your educational journey.

Email: k.mcdonnell@sussex.ac.uk
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Our representatives can provide professional information and advice, and guide you through the admissions process.

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