Accommodation
From your first term to final exams, find your home from home at Sussex.
Choosing your accommodation
Moving somewhere new is an exciting part of student life, but it can also feel a little daunting. As you take the next step on your journey, Sussex can help you find the right place to call home.
Our housing options are designed to suit your lifestyle and support your wellbeing, so you can start to settle in from day one. We can also help you to explore the world beyond the University, and learn about life in Brighton & Hove.
Across these pages, you can explore our campus residences, access advice on private renting, and check whether you’re eligible for our Accommodation Guarantee.
Which type of housing is right for you?
Why live on campus?
- all bills included - your rent covers utilities, cleaning and contents insurance
- 24-hour security for your peace of mind
- live where you learn - just a short distance from lectures and the library
- excellent transport links to Brighton and beyond
- sustainability credentials you can be proud of
- opportunities to stay beyond your first year.
Explore our range of campus residences.
Accommodation Guarantee
You may be guaranteed a place in University accommodation depending on your course, fee status and level of study.
You can check whether you're eligible for guaranteed campus housing, and also download our housing guide [PDF 3.4 MB] for further information.
Joining us through Clearing?
If you secure your place at Sussex through Clearing, you’ll be guaranteed an offer of accommodation so you can focus on the exciting stuff – connecting with your housemates, planning your Welcome Week, and exploring everything Brighton has to offer. You will be guaranteed accommodation if you accept a place within 48 hours of receiving your offer and apply for housing by 5pm on Tuesday 19 August.
Find out more about the housing application process for Clearing students.
Investing in our campus
We’re making our campus even better to help our students flourish – in their studies, communities and social lives.
Our West Slope Development will offer new living, wellbeing and social spaces, while our Network Replacement programme will deliver improved IT services, including faster internet speeds.
Construction will take place from the 2024/2025 academic year. You can explore our campus map to view the construction zone, or learn more about our campus development plans.
