Program Reviews

My exchange studies in the University of Sussex is extremely fulfilling and fun! The workload is not heavy yet I did learn a lot of practical skills in the school of media, film and music! The lecturers and tutors are very nice. There are plenty of holidays as well so that I had much time to travel around the United Kingdom and Europe. The only thing I am quite disappointed about is the housing. The school did provide off-campus accommodation for overseas exchange students (they do not provide on-campus ones for us), however, the hotel i was allocated is not quite student-friendly. I lived in a twin room in which I have to share only one table, one chair and one closet with my roommate. The kitchen of the hotel is not in good condition as well.

I studied at Sussex for a semester and had an amazing experience. Academically, it is an amazing university that allowed me to think critically about my subjects. There is also a lot of academic support in place and the teachers are great. There is also so much wellbeing support available. I was supported with culture shock and homesickness, and as a disabled student received amazing support for my disability/chronic illness too. During the orientation week there were lots of activities, including alcohol-free activities which I really enjoyed.

Brighton is an amazing, accessible and safe city with so many beautiful things to do. I loved exploring the seafront, the Lanes and the South Downs. It was often very sunny, too, and the autumn leaves around the campus looked incredible.

I would absolutely recommend this experience.

My experience at the University of Sussex was overall fantastic. I enjoyed Brighton and Hove. When I first arrived I felt as though it was an easy transition into the community and felt comfortable living here. The housing that was provided, The Langfords Hotel, was not ideal. There were constant problems that never seemed to be solved. Staff also did not seem to care about the living conditions of the students - at one point a stranger came into my room and staff did nothing about this. The ride to campus was also almost an hour-long which at times made going to campus hard. However, the scenic views were wonderful, with the ocean within walking distance and the other sites a short train or bus ride away. While I did not travel outside of the UK, I do not feel as though I missed anything by staying in Brighton. The classes that I took while here where much like what I would take at my home university, which made me feel, for the most part, comfortable with the idea that I could keep up with others in the classes. The other students in my classes were very excepting of me, making me feel included within the school dynamic. I would gladly recommend this program to others that are thinking about studying abroad in the UK.

Future participants should definitely ensure they have the option to extend their stay. I wish I could stay longer! The semester has been so much fun because of the social side, and I definitely stress the importance of throwing yourself into as many social/society events the uni has to offer. Invest in the communities around you! Plus Brighton's vegan food scene alone was enough to entertain me for the whole semester. As a city, it's definitely a favourable one for student exchange. It's countryside, city and beach all in one, and feels insular enough that in a short time one can feel like they've explored most it has to offer. Being a characteristically student city also means there is a fun scene for students and pretty much everything was within an hour walking distance which complements the sustainability vibe of the city.

University of Sussex gave me an unforgettable experience. This past semester I learned so much about different university, academia, country, environment and culture, and most importantly about myself. Semester abroad lets you explore every aspect of living in a foreign country and that is something you will draw from later on in your life. You meet a lot of new people throughout these few months, and in my case, everyone was nice and friendly (is this a British thing?). University of Sussex has a great student support system, in all spheres possible (from Buddy Scheme, careers & employability centre, academic advising, mental health support etc.) and many other universities could inspire themselves and aim for students' comfort and contentment as much as Sussex does. I'm very grateful for this experience, it was totally worth it!

Sussex has a very nice exchange program. It is very helpful and fun as the place to study and have a break from your life! Meet a lot of friendly friends in the off-campus house as fellow exchange buddy. The professors are very nice and helpful. The place is very safe and the accommodation too. However, there are several problems in the accommodation such as bad internet connection and only 2 washing machines for sharing. But it is not a really big deal when you already get through it. Sussex itself is very helpful and fast response with your exchange problems. They also offer a lot of fun activities to help you connect with people!. Moreover, the location is very near to London so u can do a lot of day trips to any famous cities around UK. would really recommend this study abroad program

Taking Physics abroad was one of the best experiences of my life. I was able to finish a years worth of curriculum, as well as travel the world. The 4 day academic schedule made it a lot easier to travel during the weekends. All of the required academic materials are provided, and the tests are fair. The Professors and Assistant Teachers were very good at reinforcing concepts and providing us with the academic support that we needed. There are tons of opportunities for office hours that the professors offer daily. Brighton the town closest to the University of Sussex was very charming and is a place that I would love to travel back there again in the future. Brighton has a good mix of shopping and nightlife, a great way to escape from the stressors of the academic rigor of the program.

Coming from a large state school in the U.S. I was unsure going into the semester. I expected myself to travel to big cities throughout the weekend during my semester so I didn't mind. In just a month of being in Brighton I found myself missing the city whenever I could leave during the weekend. Brighton became a familiar place, I was lucky to meet many people who became close friends and people in my life. The university setting was small enough for me to meet classmates in the courses I was taking. But large enough to hold events and offer clubs available to join. The only downside was housing, I lived far from campus. I didn't mind if they would have told me that before I got there. I feel that the housing was unorganized. Other than that the city was amazing! Lots of local shops and cafes!!

This was my first time studying abroad, and it left a lasting impression on me! The Uni of Sussex is extremely qualified and knowledgeable, and ready to support every student who partakes in this program. I grew a lot as a person, met new friends, and learned a lot in terms of academics and in terms of who I am as a person. Very well organized, exciting, and generally amazing program. I was extremely scared to be the only one from my school coming on this program, but quickly found a group of friends through the schools planned social activities. The campus and surrounding town of Brighton are beautiful, and have changed my perspective on what the perfect town looks like (It's Brighton). I thoroughly enjoyed exploring and learning and Sussex, and wouldn't hesitate to do it again.

I had a great time studying at the University of Sussex for the fall 2018 semester. Because I was only there for one semester, I did not get the chance to live on campus, and therefore was living in a hotel in Hove with a group of other international students. It was not the best living situation as far as the facilities go, but I did enjoy getting to live with other exchange students and liked being in the city - I was a 5 minute walk from the beach! The school also put on a lot of great programs, from freshers week to the dog walking society to dance classes that I was able to drop in and take. I also only had class three days a week, so most of my time was spent off campus. This gave me plenty of time to explore other parts of England as well as travel throughout Europe.