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Sociology and International Development - 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

    SEP

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary


1st in the world for Development Studies (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024)


1st in the UK for our research impact in Sociology in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education)


8th in the UK for Sociology (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024)


About the course

If you want to understand the challenges of reducing poverty and inequality in societies across the world, this course is for you.Our faculty influence debates on topics such as gender inequalities, health care, human rights and the environment.Outside the classroom, you gain hands-on experience through:-research projects-international work placements-sessions with expert development speakers.


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

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£ 23,500per year

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

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University information

University of Sussex

University of Sussex

University of Sussex

  • University League Table

    36th

  • 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

    Economics

    43rd out of 76 4

    40th out of 103 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 223
    112 50%

    41st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    68.0 68%

    56th

    9

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.14 78%

    33rd

    9

  • Entry standards

    / Max 200
    116 58%

    35th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    51.0 51%

    82nd

    36

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.12 78%

    53rd

    16

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