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Politics and Sociology - BA (Hons)

University of Sussex

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary


8th in the UK for Sociology (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023)


9th in the UK for Social Sciences (The Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2024)


=9th in the UK for Politics (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024)


About the course

Study in Brighton - one of UK's most politically diverse cities - and explore power, inequality, globalisation and the role of politics in society.You learn from experts influencing global debates from political corruption to gender inequality. You'll enjoy regular political debates featuring guest speakers. Through sociology projects you'll and develop practical research skills.We also organise trips to Germany and France. On these trips, you can learn more about the current political scene and meet with politicians and academics.


Internship

As a final-year student, you can apply for a competitive internship with a Westminster MP.


About Sussex

Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.


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, East Sussex, 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

    Politics

    40th out of 74 2

    36th out of 101 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 217
    130 60%

    33rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    67.0 67%

    54th

    12

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.04 76%

    52nd

    4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    126 60%

    38th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    62.0 62%

    46th

    4

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.10 78%

    37th

    34

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