University news
University of Sussex joins local coalition to engage and connect people with nature
The University is joining a coalition of local organisations to celebrate and highlight the natural environment of Brighton and Lewes.
University of Sussex re-enters world’s top 150 and UK’s top 20
The University of Sussex has been ranked once again as one of the world’s top 150 universities.
National award recognises teaching excellence of Sussex Foundation Year Team
The University of Sussex's Central Foundation Year Programme have won a Collaborative Award for Teaching Excellence, announced by Advance HE today.
Surprise honorary degree from University of Sussex for TV's Sanjeev Bhaskar
The actor and comedian Sanjeev Bhaskar OBE was awarded a surprise honorary degree to mark his 10th year as the University's Chancellor.
"The enormity of what I was about to do was terrifying"
Sanjeev Bhaskar reflects on his ten years as the University of Sussex's Chancellor.
Putting student stories at the heart of Summer Graduation
The University of Sussex will celebrate the achievements of over 4,000 students at the upcoming Summer Graduation (Monday 22nd to Friday 26th July).
Origins of the universe to the tech in our phones - how this year's honorary graduates have helped shape the world
The University of Sussex will award five inspiring individuals with honorary degrees this week as part of the annual summer Graduation ceremonies.
Medical school gets new licence to open doors to the public
Brighton and Sussex Medical School has been granted greater flexibility to open up its doors to the public and showcase the wonders of the human body.
Science Minister comes to campus to announce funding for two University of Sussex quantum groups
Chris Skidmore MP, the Minister for Science, came to the University of Sussex to announce fresh funding for two of our quantum groups
Sussex hosts national Foundation Years conference with students first approach
The University of Sussex is hosting a conference celebrating the diversity of Foundation Year provision in the UK.
Work begins on Stanmer Park restoration
Work has begun on restoration of parkland next to the University of Sussex campus. Drivers are reminded of the request not to park in Stanmer Park.
University of Sussex flying the flag for human rights: Access to the arts
The Attenborough Centre for the Creative Arts (ACCA) is committed to making the arts accessible to a wide range of audiences.
University of Sussex flying the flag for human rights: A community for lawyers and artists
Dr Lucy Finchett-Maddock has developed an Art/Law Network where artists, activists, lawyers and practitioners can share their work and ideas.
University of Sussex flying the flag for human rights: Migration and refugees
We are studying many aspects of the lives of refugees, who escape persecution in their home countries but very often are met with hostility elsewhere.
University of Sussex flying the flag for human rights: Free access to legal advice
Many people don’t have enough money to access legal advice. That’s why Law students at Sussex have been running law clinics for the local community.
School pupils get to grips with fundamentals of technology and engineering
School pupils were given a hands-on experience of engineering at the University of Sussex just days before International Women in Engineering Day.
University maintains excellent teaching standards according to national assessment
Panel of experts say high-quality teaching is allowing our students to go on to high-skilled employment and further study at exceptionally high rates.
Falmer magazine wins global excellence award
The University of Sussex has won a worldwide award for its annual magazine, Falmer.
“Amazing showcase” at Education Awards ceremony
It was an evening of praise, celebration and overwhelming emotions at the University's Education Awards ceremony on Tuesday (June 11).
Mountain of rubbish can now be recycled thanks to new university facilities
A Tetra Pak bin has just been installed on the University of Sussex campus, allowing staff, students and visitors to recycle food and drink cartons.