Choose postgraduate study at Sussex

Accelerate your future with award-winning careers support, world-leading research and guaranteed accommodation. At Sussex, you’ll gain the skills, experience and connections to succeed – in one of the UK’s happiest universities, by the sea. Scholarships are available and courses are open for 2026 entry.

Be part of a research community making global impact

Our research contributes new knowledge, ideas and solutions, leading to real change in the world. As a founding partner of ResearchPlus, a collaboration of research-focused universities, we engage with government, industry and civil society to support economic growth, prosperity and wellbeing across the whole of the UK.

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Masters scholarships

Check eligibility and fund your future with a Sussex Masters scholarship.

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Voted the UK’s happiest university 2027

For the second year running, the University of Sussex has won the Unifresher ‘Happiest uni in the UK’ award.

The award goes to the university whose students consistently report the highest levels of overall happiness with their university experience.

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Be inspired

Choose Sussex to experience our stimulating courses, beautiful campus and the city of Brighton.

A vibrant campus 

On campus you’ll discover our library, lecture theatres, shops, cafés and bars. Our facilities include three sports centres, a pharmacy and a health centre. 

Sussex is the only university in a national park. If you love the great outdoors, the South Downs are only a short walk away.

We have over 180 student-led clubs and societies to choose from. Whether you’re a sports lover, gamer or Bake Off fan, these offer a fun way to meet new people.

The Brighton buzz

We’re just nine minutes from the lively seaside city of Brighton and Hove, famous for its grand Royal Pavilion, vibrant nightlife and iconic pebble beach. One of Time Out’s 50 best cities in the world in 2025, you’ll never be short of something to do here.


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Many students commute to campus. Explore your transport options and how these could save you money.

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An international university

Ranked 25th best UK university for International Outlook (Times Higher World University Rankings 2026), Sussex is home to students from more than 170 countries. Through initiatives like the Language Café and Buddy Scheme, you’ll make global connections and experience new cultures. After graduation, you’ll join a worldwide alumni network that can support your career wherever it takes you.

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