International Relations and Sociology, BA (Hons)

Ranked 1st in the UK for research impact in Sociology (REF 2021, Times Higher Education), 8th for Sociology (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023) and joint 9th for Politics (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024).Based in one of Europe's largest dedicated International Relations departments, you will study pioneering critical approaches to global challenges like conflict, migration, human rights, inequalities, racism, health, exclusion, financial instability and climate change. Learn from experts shaping debates and policy within the vibrant, interdisciplinary School of Global Studies and School of Law, Politics and Sociology. Sussex stimulates, excites and challenges through innovative courses, research and campus life, with alumni contributing worldwide. Our green campus borders the South Downs National Park, minutes from Brighton & Hove, near Gatwick Airport and an hour from London.