University of Sussex International Study Centre

Studying at the University of Sussex gives you the opportunity to change the world. Since its foundation in 1961, the University has been at the forefront of change – having pushed for development and demanded more, creating a better future for individuals and communities around the world.

Research that delivers:

Research at the University of Sussex makes a difference. Sussex's research is internationally recognised for drawing together leading academics from different disciplines – an approach that delivers the most powerful and meaningful results. 89% of the University’s research activity is considered ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ (Research Excellence Framework 2021).

Teaching that counts:

By studying at the University of Sussex you will learn from some of the best university teachers and researchers in the UK, who work at the forefront of their fields. Our teaching staff includes recognised Academicians and Fellows. In addition, three Nobel Prize winners and one prestigious Crafoord Prize winner have taught at Sussex.

Locations that inspire:

The University of Sussex campus offers a unique combination of tranquillity and energy. We are surrounded by a beautiful national park, yet at the same time we are a short train journey from Brighton. Brighton has fantastic transport links, with easy access to major airports, so you'll easily be able to explore the rest of the UK and Europe.

Consistently highly ranked:

The University's impressive rankings speak for themselves. Sussex is consistently highly ranked in the major UK and world league tables:

• 26th in the UK: Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024
• 201st in the world: Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024
• 1st in the world for Development Studies: QS World University Rankings by subject 2023

Award winning University:

The University of Sussex has won awards that celebrate the diverse student body and the strength of the student support services:

• Student Diversity Winner: Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2021
• Best in the UK for Student Mobility and Openness: World's Universities With Real Impact (WURI) 2021
• University of the Year for Student Retention: The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2022

International Foundation Year entry requirements:

• English language*†: Academic IELTS for UKVI 5.0 overall (min 5.0 in writing)
• Academic: Good High school graduation grades or equivalent.
• Additional:
• For Engineering route: Student will require either GCSE Mathematics grade 6 or equivalent.
• For Life Sciences route: Student will require GCSE Biology and Chemistry (or combined science to include biology and chemistry) grade 6 or equivalent.

*If you do not need a Student visa, or are exempted in another way, we can accept equivalent proof of English.

†English language requirements for International Foundation Year in Life Sciences Medicine route: Academic IELTS for UKVI 6.0 overall (min 5.5 in all skills)

Other international qualifications:

• IGCSE / GCSE / O-Level: 5 passes with grade 4 minimum or grade C, including native language
• A levels/AS levels: 24 UCAS points (native language accepted)
• IB first year - 24 points or IB Certificate IB - 22 points

International Year One entry requirements:

• English language*: Academic IELTS for UKVI 5.5 overall (min 5.5 in writing)*
• Academic: Good high school graduation grades or equivalent plus one year of further study. 
• Additional requirements:
• Engineering route students: evidence of Grade B A-level Maths (or equivalent)

*If you do not need a Student visa, or are exempted in another way, we can accept equivalent proof of English.

Other international qualifications:

• A/AS levels: 52 UCAS points
• IB Diploma 22 points

Pre-Masters entry requirements:

• English language*:
• One semester course: Academic IELTS for UKVI 6.0 overall (minimum 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in all other bands)*^
• Two semester course: Academic IELTS for UKVI 5.5 (minimum 5.5 in all other bands)*
• Additional requirements: MSc in International Finance, MSc in Management Finance or MSc in Corporate and Financial Risk Management postgraduate degrees require students to have studied maths and/or a numerate discipline throughout their degree studies with a Grade C or above, or have a good pass - Grade C - at Maths at AS Level or equivalent

*If you do not need a Student visa, or are exempted in another way, we can accept equivalent proof of English.

^ For direct entry to our Pre-Masters Programme, we now accept the following qualifications as part of the English assessment: Pearson, TOEFL, Cambridge Business and Cambridge Main Suite.)

Additionally, all of the admission requirements may vary from country to country. Kindly contact our admissions counsellor for more information!