India

Learn how to apply and discover more about life whilst studying at the University of Sussex as an Indian student

Employability and Placements

Our Careers and Entrepreneurship support includes:

  • the award-winning Sussex Career Lab which boasts a menu of work experience opportunities
  • 1:1 support with careers consultants
  • skills development workshops
  • advice from professionals and alumni in your sector
  • careers fairs, industry insight visits and other employer events
  • opportunities to participate in our entrepreneurship programme, plus access to specialist guidance and advice about how to launch your own business.

Watch testimonials from South Asian students

View our series of short films showcasing why students from South Asia chose the University of Sussex.

Watch the collection

Alumni

 Noel Tata and Vice Chancellor Sasha Roseneil, holding Noel's University of Sussex Doctor of Laws degree certificate

My time studying at Sussex was a rich and stimulating intellectual experience that had a formative influence on me” Noel Tata
Doctor of Laws
Pictured above with our Vice Chancellor

Our graduates work with global brands, startups, governments and non-profits, shaping traditional and emerging sectors. Recent employers include:  

  • LEGO
  • Capgemini
  • Rolls-Royce
  • United Nations
  • Knepp Rewilding Project
  • J.P. Morgan
  • Microsoft
  • Francis Crick Institute
  • Samsung
  • Kew Gardens
  • Shakespeare's Globe
  • American Express
  • Refugee Rights Association

Employability and Alumni Brochure

Download and find out more about our Indian Sussex Alumni. 

Fees and scholarships

See our tuition fees for undergraduate, Masters and PhD courses.

Sussex offers a range of competitive loans and scholarships for undergraduates, Masters and PhD students.

Sussex India Scholarship and scholarships offered by the University

The University offers a tuition fee reduction for new postgraduate students who have Indian nationality and have been accepted to study an eligible Masters course at Sussex.

Indian students are also eligible for awards from schools and to apply for the Chancellors International Scholarship.

Find out more about scholarships available.

Application information

University preparation courses

Find out more about International Foundation Year, International Year One and Pre-Masters courses.

Life at Sussex

Situated on the edge of a national park and located just a few minutes away from one of the most vibrant cities in the UK, Sussex has it all.

Support for international students

Sussex has teams dedicated to helping you make the most of your time at university. They can provide: 

  • advice on immigration and applying for your visa
  • support with finding accommodation
  • welfare support
  • help to improve your English language and writing skills.
  • guidance with searching for part-time jobs
  • recognition of your extra-curricular and voluntary achievements.

Find out more about support.

Spirit of Sussex Award

The Spirit of Sussex Award is our way of recognising you’re achievements at Sussex. It can help you:

  • feel involved with life at Sussex
  • make friends and build a wider network while you're with us
  • get a job after your studies by showcasing all your achievements to future employers.

Discover more about the scheme.

Safety on Campus

We offer a safe campus community for our students, supported by our 24/7 on-site security team, who are contactable 24-hours a day if you have any concerns. The Security Centre is equipped 24/7 to respond to emergency situations and includes CCTV and other crime prevention equipment. Find out more about our campus safety.

Food and culture

Brighton has many Indian restaurants and international supermarkets which sell Indian products, such as Taj The Grocer.

You can also buy international products from our on-campus market or from food markets in Brighton.

Eisha Roy, University of Sussex Indian student
“This city is filled with musicians, food lovers and travel enthusiasts. No matter where you’re from or what hobbies you have, there’ll be something for you.” EISHA ROY
Development Studies MA

Clubs and societies

South Asian Students’ Society

The popular South Asian Students’ Society acts as a home away from home for Indian students studying at Sussex, organising a range of events incredible Holi and Diwali celebrations each year.

Other societies

Choose from more than 200 societies and groups at Sussex and Brighton, including:

Get in touch

Talk to Isobel

Isobel Hussey is our India expert based on campus. 

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

Email: indiateam@sussex.ac.uk
Telephone: +44 (0)1273 877189

Book a one-to-one appointment with Isobel via Zoom.

Talk to Radhika

Radhika Arora is one of our India expert based in India.

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

Email: indiateam@sussex.ac.uk
Telephone: +91 9899160609

Book a one-to-one appointment with Radhika via Zoom.

Talk to Sagarika

Sagarika Prasad is one of our India expert based in India.

Sagarika is ready to share her experiences with you and help you on your educational journey.

Email: indiateam@sussex.ac.uk
Telephone: +91 9766309586 

Talk to Aarushi

Aarushi Malhotra is one of our India experts based in India.

Aarushi is ready to share her experiences with you and help you on your educational journey.

Email: indiateam@sussex.ac.uk
Telephone: +91 7710021925

Ask a student

Want to find out more about student life? Chat to our students online via Unibuddy.

Ask a question.

Contact a Sussex representative in India

Sussex is represented by a number of professional agencies in India.

They can support you through the process of applying to university, providing advice and helping you with the preparation and submission of your documents.

We work closely with agents to ensure you receive detailed and accurate advice about coming to study at Sussex. Find out more about our work with agent partners and how you can provide feedback about an agent.

See our list of representatives in India.

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