University of Sussex

At the University of Sussex, you are only an hour by train from London, 10 minutes from Brighton, and close to some of the most iconic coastlines of Southern England, including the chalk hills of South Downs. The University of Sussex is a suitable study abroad location for most majors and is particularly strong in Politics, International Development, History, Sociology, and Anthropology. Students have the unique opportunity to enroll in a full course load for the academic year or for one semester, learning alongside UK students and international students from all over the globe. This site is excellent for independent and adaptable students who want to take advantage of Sussex's unique geographic location!

Current Sophomores can apply to study abroad during their Junior year at sa.holycross.edu

General PROGRAM DATES

FALL

Arrival: mid-September
Semester start: mid-late September

Fall term ends: mid-December

SPRING

Arrival: mid-January
Semester start: mid-late January

Spring term ends: mid-May

Note: Study abroad students may NOT negotiate early exams or arrange with their professors to take exams at a time other than the one assigned for the class. See the Student Contract for the policy.

South Downs National Park

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Getting There

You will purchase a flight to Heathrow from your 'home airport'- wherever that may be! Once you land, we recommend using the University coaches that you can book in advance that run during "Arrivals Weekend."

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Discover Brighton

Surrounded by South Downs national park, the University of Sussex might be the most naturally beautiful campus on offer for study abroad in the UK! It is also just a short 10-minute bus ride to Brighton city center--known for the famous Brighton Pier. Brighton’s seafront is the ideal place to soak up the sun in the summer, or take bracing walks to clear your head on winter days. Near the waterfront, you’ll find a maze of alleyways crammed with cafés, restaurants, nightclubs, quirky boutiques, and antique shops. Brighton is proud of its ranking as one of the top LGBT+-friendly cities in the UK and one of the most inclusive communities anywhere in Europe.

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