Journalism Studies PhD

University of Sussex

Lovely people and staff members Full of diversity Good facilities Good transport likns Not good at financial support for international students

A Life-Changing Experience at Sussex University Sussex University has given me an extraordinary opportunity to reshape my life. Coming from a background where I grew up without family support in West London, I’ve always had to navigate the world on my own. But at Sussex, I found not only an institution that values education but also a community that truly cares about its students. One lesson that was hard was how to socialise with different class of people, middle and rich class, but a chalenge I am winning. Throughout my studies, I’ve been supported both academically and personally, with the university stepping in to help during times of financial strain wjth the hardship fund, health challenges with help in Mental therapy with use of the counciling services and housing my concerns with me getting accommodation on campus. Their support systems have been instrumental in allowing me to focus on my MA in Journalism and Documentary, a course that has equipped me with the skills I need to pursue my passion and career ambitions in media and content production and the new age of journalism that I am witness to. This university didn’t just offer me a place to study—it offered me the chance to become something more and It has provided the space, tools, and guidance for someone like me, who had no foundation, to build a future. I’ll forever be grateful for the opportunities, Sussex University has given me to overcome obstacles and aim higher than I ever thought possible.

The curriculum is very well designed catering the industry standards. The only aspects the need some improvement is the way they provide news and events information because there is always something happening and students tend to lose out on it because of they are not aware.

University of Sussex has been the most amazing institution so far. As an international student I feel that something needs to be done by the University to mix-up with the other students. Furthermore, University is conducting Job fairs but honestly I found it useless. As a student we want work on hand at the moment. However, this job fair doesn't give you job at the moment. Third, University should develop industrial links and should conduct industrial visits so students can get idea of how media organisations work.