International Relations and Sociology BA (Hons)

**1st in the UK for our research impact in Sociology in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education)**<br/><br/>**8th in the UK for Sociology (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023)**<br/><br/>**=9th in the UK for Politics (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024)**<br/><br/>**About the course**<br/><br/>Youll be based in one of Europes largest dedicated International Relations departments. We have a world reputation for pioneering new critical approaches to studying and tackling the major challenges facing our world today. <br/><br/>You’ll learn from experts driving debates and influencing policy on topics such as conflict and war, migration, human rights, social inequalities, racism, health, social exclusion, financial instability and climate change. <br/><br/>Youll benefit from the vibrant and interdisciplinary environments in the School of Global Studies and the School of Law, Politics and Sociology.<br/><br/>**About Sussex**<br/><br/>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, youll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.<br/><br/>**Location**<br/><br/>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.