Course summary

1st in the world for Development Studies (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023) About the course Study at the world’s highest ranked university for the study of Development Studies. You’ll learn from experts who are making a difference across the world, in topics ranging from human rights to the environment. You’ll have the opportunity to expand your knowledge with a range of activities beyond the curriculum. From joining the Sussex International Development Society to participating in student-organised seminars and film series, along with attending Sussex Development Lectures or volunteering, there are lots of ways to get involved. About Sussex Sussex graduates change the world. Our students become the leaders of the future, making discoveries, improving lives and changing things for the better. Study with us to join a welcoming and inspiring community of staff and students from more than 140 countries. Location We shape the world from a fantastic campus on the UK’s beautiful south coast. We are the only UK university surrounded by a national park, so you can step off campus to explore the hills and woodlands of the South Downs. The vibrant, colourful and creative seaside city of Brighton & Hove is just nine minutes away. With Brighton voted the happiest city in England for students, (Student Living Survey, Sodexo, 2018) there can be few better places to study.