Please find below some brief information, and links to, a range of resources that we hope you may find helpful as a prospective student of Philosophy of Sussex.
Study Direct
All of our students at the University of Sussex have access to the university’s online learning environment Study Direct. Study Direct contains a wealth of information to ensure you are able to make the most of your time at Sussex. From preparing yourself for university to tips on getting organised, reading and research, advice on all forms for assessments, writing and numeracy skills, and revision and exam support, Study Direct is an invaluable asset to all our students.
Study Direct also hosts all the information you require for every course, including reading lists, links to much of the core reading and to other useful resources and a class discussion forum.
You can access Study Direct as a Guest User where you can explore a range of selected information designed to support your study.
To access a range materials that are directly related to your study of Philosophy at Sussex:
- Visit Study Direct and log in as a Guest User
- Click on the ‘News’ link at the top of the page
- On the following page, under Schools and Departments on the right hand side of the screen, click on ‘School of History, Art History and Philosophy’
- Finally, click on Philosophy from the sub-categories
The University of Sussex Library
The University of Sussex Library is dedicated to delivering high quality, innovative information services, which contribute to the successful learning, teaching and research of the University and the community. Situated at the heart of the campus, the library is a superb resource for students and staff alike.
Visit the Electronic Library Philosophy Subject Area
Visit the website for the University of Sussex Library
Philosophy Bites
David Edmonds and Nigel Warburton set up their Philosophy Bites podcast in 2007. The podcasts feature leading philosophers discussing a wide range of philosophical issues, from ethics to aesthetics to metaphysics, in a lively, informal, personal way.
Visit the Philosophy Bites website
The Institute of Philosophy
The Institute of Philosophy's aim is to promote and facilitate high quality research in philosophy, making it available to the widest possible audience both inside and outside the UK's academic community. The Institute is continuing to expand in terms of European, US and UK collaborations, as well as in terms of the number of post-doctoral Research Fellows, Visiting Professorial Fellows, and Research Staff.