Preparing for Sussex

You've accepted your offer and you want to know what to do next. Use our guide below and start preparing for Sussex today.

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What to expect as an international student

Our international students section within the Student Hub provides information on:

  • student visas and immigration
  • health and insurance
  • money and how to budget
  • accommodation
  • how to settle into Sussex and meet other students

Arrival in the UK

Immigration and passport control

Ensure your travel is fully arranged and you have checked when you can arrive.

When you arrive in the UK you must come through immigration and customs at your port of entry.

In your hand luggage, carry your offer letter from Sussex and evidence that you have sufficient funds to stay in the UK – even if you have a visa or entry clearance.

Your documents are checked on the train if you travel through the Channel Tunnel on the Eurostar.

Location – travelling to Brighton

Our campus is located in Falmer, four miles from the centre of Brighton & Hove and four miles from Lewes.

It is a good idea to arrange your travel to the University before you arrive.

If you would prefer to arrange your own transport from the airport or sea port, our campus is well served by buses, trains and taxis.

Find out more about how to get to the University of Sussex.

Meet and greet service

You can book a coach directly to the University if you land in Heathrow airport. Students landing at Gatwick are recommended to travel by train.


Contact

If you have any further queries, contact our International Student Advice team

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