Bushra
Bushra spent a year working as an International Student Ambassador before landing a job as a Senior Assistant Psychologist.
India
Ranked as one of the most international universities in the UK, we'd be delighted to welcome you to Sussex.
Welcome!
Sussex has long enjoyed being a popular destination for Indian students.
We have around 335 Indian students currently studying at the University and a highly active South Asian Students’ society.
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Watch testimonials from South Asian students
View our series of short films showcasing why students from South Asia chose the University of Sussex.
Alumni and careers
A degree from Sussex is internationally recognised and our Indian alumni have gone on to do incredible things. Recent graduates have taken up exciting roles at:
- EY
- United Nations World Food Programme
- American Express
- Ola UK.
Notable alumni include:
- Noel Tata, Managing Director of Tata International Limited (TIL) and Vice Chairman of Trent Limited
- Pramod Mishra, Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister of India
- Sudarshan Suchi, Chief Executive Officer at Save the Children, India.
International Student Ambassador stories
Bushra and Mishal, two of our student ambassadors from India, recently completed their studies at Sussex. Read about their involvement in the scheme and how it helped kickstart their careers.
Speak to an International Alumni Ambassador
Our international alumni ambassadors are recent graduates who help support the next generation of international students. Based in cities across India, they can help answer any questions you may have about studying at university via our online chat platform, Unibuddy.
Afreen
Graduated: 2019
Course: LLM Criminal Law and Criminology
Current job title: Junior Lawyer
Mishal
Graduated: 2021
Course: MA Social Development
Current job title: Research Assistant at the United Nations University in Germany
Prachi
Graduated: 2020
Course: MA Development Studies
Current job title: Co-Founder, Social Impact Consultancy
Prachi
Graduated: 2020
Course: MA Development Studies
Current job title: Co-Founder, Social Impact Consultancy
Alumni network
We also have an alumni network based in India who can discuss with you their experiences of studying at Sussex. Find out more about our alumni network.
Application information
- Undergraduate entry requirements
Entry requirements for Indian students depend on the course you’d like to study.
Find out your requirements on our undergraduate course pages or in the search box below.
Ask us a question if you have any queries.
Find your course
- Postgraduate entry requirements
Masters and PhD entry requirements depend on the course you’d like to study.
Visit our Masters and PhD course pages for full details or send us a message if you have a question.
- English language requirements
Find out our English language requirements and what qualifications we accept on our undergraduate, Masters and PhD course pages.
Read more about English language requirements for undergraduate, Masters and PhD courses.
- Fees and scholarship information
See our tuition fees for undergraduate, Masters and PhD courses.
Browse our range of competitive loans and scholarships for undergraduate, Masters and PhD students.
Sussex India Scholarship
The University offers a £3,000 tuition fee reduction for new postgraduate students who have Indian nationality and have been accepted to study an eligible Masters course at Sussex.
Find out more on our scholarships pages.
- How to apply
Undergraduate students can apply via the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). Visit our step-by-step guide with a link to the UCAS application system.
Masters and PhD students can apply using our postgraduate application system. Apply for a Masters or a PhD.
- Meeting the conditions of your offer
You will need to have proof of your qualifications.
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.
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.
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.
“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
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.
The South Asian Students’ Society celebrate Diwali in 2018 with food, music and dance.
The South Asian Students’ Society celebrate Diwali in 2018 with food, music and dance.
The South Asian Students’ Society celebrate Diwali in 2018 with food, music and dance.
The South Asian Students’ Society celebrate Diwali in 2018 with food, music and dance.
The South Asian Students’ Society celebrate Diwali in 2018 with food, music and dance.
The South Asian Students’ Society celebrate Diwali in 2018 with food, music and dance.
The South Asian Students’ Society celebrate Diwali in 2018 with food, music and dance.
The South Asian Students’ Society celebrate Diwali in 2018 with food, music and dance.
Other societies
Choose from more than 200 societies and groups at Sussex and Brighton, including:
- the Buddy Scheme, which matches new students with current students based on your interests and includes activities and trips
- the Language Café, where you take part in language exchange sessions and other activities
- the Hindu Society
- the Islamic Society
- the Tamil Society.
Mishal’s experience
In this blog post, Mishal talks about studying at Sussex and the joy of meeting students from all over the world.
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: i.r.hussey@sussex.ac.uk
Telephone: +44 (0)1273 877189
Talk to Radhika
Radhika Arora is 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: ra503@sussex.ac.uk
Telephone: +91 9899160609
Unibuddy: Radhika Arora
Ask a student
Want to find out more about student life? Chat to our students online via Unibuddy.
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.
Events
NACAC Greater Los Angeles (Day One)
International Officer, Kasia Symons, will be attending this event to tell you more about the University of Sussex and Brighton and answer any questions you may have about coming from the USA to study at Sussex.
NACAC Greater Los Angeles (Day Two)
International Officer, Kasia Symons, will be attending this event to tell you more about the University of Sussex and Brighton and answer any questions you may have about coming from the USA to study at Sussex.
NACAC International Universities Fair - Vancouver
International Officer, Kasia Symons, will be attending this event to tell you more about the University of Sussex and Brighton and answer any questions you may have about coming from Canada to study at Sussex.