Tawjihi (Foundation Year)
A typical offer for the Foundation Year requires 65% in the Tawjihi (Certificate of General Secondary Education).
Partner university · Brighton, United Kingdom
University of Sussex
A campus university on the edge of the South Downs near Brighton, with strengths in development studies, international relations and the sciences.
GESCO is listed as an official representative on the University of Sussex's websiteQS World #273QS World Rankings 2027
From GBP 23,500Undergraduate fee per year
Founded 1961Public research university
17,319Students
About the university
Why students choose the University of Sussex
A campus university on the edge of the South Downs near Brighton, with strengths in development studies, international relations and the sciences.
Both direct entry and foundation or pathway routes are available here. If your grades or English score fall short of direct admission, the pathway route is a genuine alternative to waiting a year.
Tuition, entry requirements and intake dates differ by programme and change each year. Ask us for the current figures for the course you are considering rather than relying on published averages.
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Photos: University of Sussex, used with permission. Founding year and student numbers are from Wikidata.
Entry requirements
Applying from Jordan
Year 1 bachelor's
For year one, applicants with the Tawjihi typically need to have completed a foundation year as well; an associate degree from a recognised community college is considered case by case.
Year 2 entry
Completing two years of a four-year degree at a recognised university is considered for year 2 entry (not available for Law, Psychology or Social Work).
Master's
A bachelor's with a minimum cGPA of 2.8/4.0 or 75%, depending on the course.
PhD
A bachelor's with a minimum cGPA of 3.0/4.0 or 80% in a relevant subject; extensive related work experience may also be considered.
English
IELTS 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each component for undergraduate, foundation and master's courses; IELTS 6.5 with 6.0 in each for a PhD.
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Guidance only: meeting a requirement does not guarantee an offer, and each course sets its own grades and English level. Checked October 2026.
Fees
What the University of Sussex costs in 2026/27
International (overseas) fees per year, as published by the university at sussex.ac.uk. Ask us to confirm the fee for your course.
UndergraduateGBP 23,500 - 27,300per year
Programmes
Popular courses at the University of Sussex
Computer Science BSc (Hons)
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Business and Management BSc (Hons)
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Law LLB (Hons)
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Psychology BSc (Hons)
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Mechanical Engineering BEng (Hons)
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Advanced Computer Science MSc
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Management MSc
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Accounting and Finance MSc
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A selection from the university's own course pages. Durations and intakes can change; we confirm the details for your year when we apply. Checked October 2026.
How it works
Your application to the University of Sussex, step by step
- 1
Free consultation
We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether the University of Sussex is realistic.
- 2
Choose your course and route
Direct entry if you meet the grades, or the foundation route if you are not there yet.
- 3
Application and offer
We prepare and submit the application and follow it through to an offer.
- 4
Scholarship check
We check the university's scholarships and discounts against your profile.
- 5
Student visa
Financial evidence and documents prepared to the current requirements.
- 6
Arrival
Accommodation, the pre-departure briefing and what to expect when you land.
Questions
Studying at the University of Sussex: common questions
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Ask on WhatsAppHow much does the University of Sussex cost for international students?
International undergraduate fees for 2026/27 start from GBP 23,500 a year and go up to GBP 27,300, depending on the course.
Is there a foundation route into the University of Sussex?
Yes. If your grades or English do not yet meet direct entry, a foundation or pathway programme leads into the University of Sussex.
Where is the University of Sussex?
The University of Sussex is in Brighton, United Kingdom. It was founded in 1961.
Does GESCO charge me to apply to the University of Sussex?
The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to the University of Sussex directly and is listed as an official representative on the university's website. Ask us about any service fees before you start.
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Tell us your grades and we will tell you honestly whether it is realistic, and what to do if it is not yet.
- Direct application. We hold an agreement with this university
- A plan B. Similar universities if this one is out of reach
- No obligation. If GESCO is not the right route for you, we will say so
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