International Study Centre
At the University of Sussex International Study Centre, our pathways programmes will help you to improve your English language skills, develop your academic knowledge and grow in confidence. Our courses are designed to prepare you to succeed in your degree, your career and in the world.
A consistently top ranked, progressive, research-led university with a strong international reputation. The University ranked top 200 in the world by Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2025, and 17th in the UK for employer outcomes in the QS World University Rankings 2026.
Sussex's research is internationally recognised for drawing together leading academics from different disciplines – an approach that delivers the most powerful and meaningful results. 89% of the University’s research activity is considered ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ (Research Excellence Framework 2021).
The University of Sussex campus is surrounded by a beautiful national park, yet at the same time we are a short train journey from Brighton. We have fantastic transport links, with easy access to major airports, so you'll easily be able to explore the rest of the UK and Europe.
At the University of Sussex International Study Centre, you can choose from a range of academic courses that will help you prepare for studying at the University of Sussex. Depending on your interests, career plans and level of education, you can choose from the International Foundation Year, International Year One or the Pre-Master's Programme.
"The International Study Centre was one of the best experiences of my life; I really enjoyed it. It was one of the major things that brought good changes to my life."
Talal from Pakistan
International Foundation Year in Business, Humanities, Science and Engineering
Progressed to BSc Mechanical Engineering
Brighton is only 9 minutes on the train from University of Sussex campus. From there, you can reach Gatwick airport in 30 minutes and central London in one hour.
