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Economics and Sustainable Development (with professional placement year)

University of Sussex

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary


1st in the world for Development Studies (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025)


Top 20 in the UK for Business and Economics (The Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2025)


8th in the UK for Sustainability (QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2025)


About the course

Sustainable development is key to helping future generations flourish. Despite global efforts, our uncertain world can make this feel difficult to achieve. Is it possible to balance development with ecological preservation? And how can we ensure we meet the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?More than ever, we need innovative strategies and effective resource management. We need people who understand interconnected challenges to generate long-term prosperity. On this course, you’ll develop the skills to address sustainability issues by examining the complex dynamics of environmental change, human wellbeing and economic growth.Integrating economics, geography and international development, you'll gain a multidisciplinary perspective on sustainable development. You’ll learn from academics with teaching and research excellence in economics, climate change, sustainability, development, quantitative methods and applied policy analysis.By studying at Sussex, you will: analyse environmental and climate processes gain a comprehensive understanding of core economic fields develop strong quantitative skills learn to design policies for development issues, including economic stability, food security, global health, migration, displacement and the climate crisis.When you graduate, you’ll be ready for a wide range of career opportunities. This could include: economic consultancy, policy or data science positions within public-sector agencies, research institutions and think tanks opportunities linked to the growing green economy.


About the University of Sussex Business School

Our work draws on management, economics, science, technology and innovation studies, to make an impact on the future of people and institutions the world over. We study the issues that matter, in order to transform our world and your future. Our expertise puts you at the forefront of our research, helping you make an impact on policy, practice and people.Social responsibility and sustainability are important to us. We incorporate the seven Principles for Responsible Management into our teaching and research.


Location

Study on our beautiful green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 23,500per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Sussex

University of Sussex

University of Sussex

  • University League Table

    43rd

  • Campus address

    University of Sussex, Sussex House, Falmer, Brighton, United Kingdom, BN1 9RH, United Kingdom

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At Sussex, fresh thinking and international perspectives fuel teaching that matters, helping you thrive in careers anywhere in the world.
A diverse, supportive and inclusive community: at Sussex, you can explore, question and develop as an individual and meet people who will inspire you.
Sussex’s world-leading research underpins your education, meaning that what you learn is at the cutting edge of current knowledge.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Economics

    39th out of 77 2

    37th out of 72 7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 235
    127 54%

    36th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    76.0 76%

    47th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.06 76%

    42nd

    16

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    127 61%

    34th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    72.0 72%

    54th

    6

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.17 79%

    29th

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