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4.04.04.51855 Student reviews
Sort:Latest reviewsNo support Good location and course
It has a fantastic setting where in between lectures you can just go for a walk and explore. The accomodation feels neighbourhoodly and it's super fun exploring everywhere the campus offers. The washers and dryers could definitely be improved - they are simply too expensive and not well kept in certain places. All in all I have adored studying here and I recommend it.
It’s a beautiful campus and there are lots of support outlets available I just feel as an international student it’s hard to know what’s available to me I also lived on campus in first year and spending money on the bus to get groceries and taking those groceries on the bus was a rough experience and I think we need more of an actual grocery store on campus that isn’t so expensive as well as better food options on campus more healthy protein full and not too expensive options.
Beautiful campus and nice accommodation, I find however that the student union isn’t very on top of dealing with student wellbeing.
The good points: Campus life is wonderful, facilities are well maintained, security is good, people are friendly and inclusive, and most students and teachers have harmonious relationships. Overall, everyone is striving to learn better. The bad points: The schedule is not always reasonable in some places and it is difficult to make adjustments. Some teachers do not seem to respect students and give grades with bias.
Best- really friendly faculties, great facilities (especially student food), amazing campus with lots of nature and great societies Worst- subpar student support services, unreliable security offices, unreliable housing offices
The best aspects are the campus, uni facilities and accessibility as well as the short distance from Brighton when you want to experience the beach, a change of pace and to explore. The worst aspects currently os the job market in where it's hard to find a job whilst studying in order to support yourself.
18-24 years
This is a great university for all types of student life. Brighton makes for one of the trendiest and most engaging cities for a university. You get a very alternative mix of people with different fashion, vibes, and political views. My brother who also went here always described Brighton as the place where people who wouldn't fit in always fit in. The campus itself is generally quite nice, it's a very nice place to walk through to get to lessons, and isn't too spaced out. There is also lots of greenery that makes for amazing walking and hiking spots. I'm conflicted on the buildings as some of them look very nice, but others have definite questionable design elements, there isn't always consistency throughout all the buildings. However, the offices and different services you can get in buildings are consistently good, and after a short time you get acquainted with where most of the stuff on campus is. However, the Uni has been consistently shooting itself in the foot by closing services that students love which help the community and opening ones that absolutely no one asks for. Recently they closed a student union shop and Taj, the supermarket that many people went to and that was for many people the only place close to get many oriental groceries and spices without having to trek all the way off campus, as the Co-op has absolutely no consistency and is oftentimes half empty, as well as being very expensive. In it's place they opened a bike place that no one cares about or uses and another gymnasium... In a uni that already has two gyms, absolutely nobody asked for this and it's nothing but a downgrade. They also closed Northfield, one of the two main bars that students went to on campus, which absolutely killed a big part of the nightlife. Now, everyone goes to Falmer bar so it's always immensely busy, and they don't even offer half of the services that Northfield did so they're just gone. Overall, it's a good uni but you're better off going off campus for nightlife and using the much better services all over brighton city.
The best aspects are how close accommodation is to everything including shops and lecture halls and also how easy it is to make friends with people from varied ethnicities and backgrounds. The worst aspects being the occasional appearance of silverfish and the gym facilities not being the best.
I have felt very supported throughout my studies and feel like all of my lectures are passionate, responsive to feedback and want us to do the best we can do. I would say a downside of the uni os the location, as once you live of campus you need to get the bus there, and that really adds up, as well as this there could be better study spaces available on campus.
It’s a lovely campus with lots of facilities and lots of events that are always going on that you can take part in. There are lots of support measures in place for anything you could possibly need and I have been sent lots of information via email to ensure I have settled in well in my first year. So far I am really happy with my decision to study here and I would recommend it to anyone thinking about it.
I love the location of Sussex, it's a campus university but it's very easy to go to Brighton for a more urban atmosphere. I think the public transportation is great, and the campus itself is very nice. I really like the library and the student center, both of which are great places to study alone or with friends. There are a lot of great societies to get involved in. Some teachers are nicer than others. I think it helps if you are asking questions in class. I don't love the laundry experience, I think many students would prefer a cheaper system. If possible, I think doing more room maintenance over the summer instead of during the beginning of the term would be nice. I think things like replacing shower heads in the bathrooms could be done when fewer students are on campus.
Everyone of the staff I have spoken to have been very helpful and there communication is great,. I struggled a lot trying to find my lecture halls at the start, I am completely comfortable now but maybe better directions could be improved?
It's a very friendly uni and provides safe spaces to study and catch up with friends. International student support needs to be improved.
Nice enough campus, lots of good staff members. I live off campus so don't see a lot of the place, but the time I spend on campus is bearable! The library is great
Best: The support. There are so many opportunities to receive support and it feels like every lecturer cares. Worst: I don't feel a lot of student cohesion except in my course. Though I'm sure there are opportunities but I just don't investigate.
Best aspects is the variety of things to do at the campus. It feels like a mini town. Worst thing is the price of everything, food, accommodation, shops etc
Outstanding university services, especially with student support.
Best Aspect - Variety of societies and a nice safe campus to live on. Worst Aspects - Campus is a little far out from Brighton so journey there can be annoying in rush hour
4.3
its a beautiful green campus, and forward-looking approach to education. The teaching quality is excellent lecturers are approachable, supportive, and genuinely care about student growth. The facilities at Falmer are modern and well-maintained, and the campus atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between academic focus and a relaxed social life.
The Computer Science program at the University of Sussex offers a great balance between theory and hands-on learning. The modules are well-structured, covering core areas like programming, algorithms, data structures, and applied mathematics in a way that builds a solid foundation for later years. The lecturers are knowledgeable, approachable, and genuinely invested in helping students understand complex concepts rather than just memorizing them.
living in the University of Sussex halls has been a great experience overall. The rooms are clean, practical, and well-equipped for student life — with good internet speeds, heating, and basic furniture that makes settling in easy. The communal kitchens are spacious enough for everyone and create a nice social environment where people actually talk, cook together, and become friends.