**8th in the UK for Sociology (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023)**
**9th in the UK for Social Sciences (The Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2024)**
**=9th in the UK for Politics (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024)**
**About the course**
Study in Brighton - one of UKs most politically diverse cities - and explore power, inequality, globalisation and the role of politics in society.
You learn from experts influencing global debates from political corruption to gender inequality. Youll enjoy...
**8th in the UK for Sociology (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023)**<br/><br/>**9th in the UK for Social Sciences (The Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2024)**<br/><br/>**=9th in the UK for Politics (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024)**<br/><br/>**About the course**<br/><br/>Study in Brighton - one of UKs most politically diverse cities - and explore power, inequality, globalisation and the role of politics in society.<br/><br/>You learn from experts influencing global debates from political corruption to gender inequality. Youll enjoy regular political debates featuring guest speakers. Through sociology projects youll and develop practical research skills.<br/><br/>We also organise trips to Germany and France. On these trips, you can learn more about the current political scene and meet with politicians and academics.<br/><br/>**Internship**<br/><br/>As a final-year student, you can apply for a competitive internship with a Westminster MP.<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.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
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Course Code
LL23
Institution Code
S90
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
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Pass Diploma with at least 39 level 3 credits at Merit or above including 27 credits at Distinction. The Access to HE Diploma should be in the humanities or social sciences.
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You should have a broad range of GCSEs 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.
We take the EPQ into account when considering your application and it can be useful in the summer when your results are released if you have narrowly missed the conditions of your offer. We do not routinely include the EPQ in the conditions of your offer but we sometimes offer alternative conditions that include the EPQ. If you wish to discuss this further please contact Admissions at ug.applicants@sussex.ac.uk
A,A,B
You should have a broad range of GCSEs 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 | |
EU, International | £22,575 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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