Geography and International Relations, BA (Hons)

Ranked 3rd in the UK for research impact in Geography and Environmental Studies (REF 2021, Times Higher Education), and 9th for both Political Sciences (ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2023) and Geography (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023), this course offers an in-depth exploration of global issues related to human and environmental factors. Students learn from leading experts on topics such as poverty, inequality, climate change, and migration, while gaining practical experience through industry debates, international placements, and field trips to destinations including the Mojave Desert, Dubai, China, and Greece.At the University of Sussex, our innovative courses, research, and dynamic campus inspire and challenge students across scientific discovery, global policy, student welfare, and career development. Graduates make valuable contributions worldwide. Located on a beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park, just minutes from Brighton & Hove, with easy access to Gatwick Airport and London, we provide an ideal setting for academic and personal growth.

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