About the University of Sussex
About the University of Sussex
Since our foundation in 1961, Sussex has valued – and encourages – a pioneering spirit. We’ve pushed for change, and demanded more, creating a better future for individuals and communities all over the world.
Our lecturers deliver pro- grammes of study that inspire students to develop the skills that make their education count, and that give them the confidence to make their mark in their chosen field. Our staff conduct original re- search to explore the great ques- tions of our age. Their findings impact policy and practice for businesses, NGOs and govern- ments, ensuring that Sussex stu- dents are also at the forefront of knowledge in their subject. Creative thinking, pedagogic diversity, intellectual challenge and interdisciplinary have al- ways been fundamental to a Sus- sex education. The University’s goal is to deliv- er teaching and learning pro- grammes that are informed by current research, are attractive to students from all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds, and which deliver skills for life. The University is committed to widening access for students from lower-income families, and awards a high number of schol- arships and other types of finan- cial support.
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In pursuing our mission, we cele- brate the values of: Excellence, through a commit- ment to delivering the highest standards of research, scholar- ship, teaching and learning, in order to provide a dynamic and stimulating environment for stu- dents and staff, and to maximise their social and economic contri- bution to societies. Interdisciplinary, through tack- ling multidimensional problems, while maintaining a strong, broadly based set of disciplines across the arts and humanities, social sciences, sciences and medicine engagement, by actively seeking an external and international ap- proach to all our activities. Challenge, in which all members of the Sussex community are prepared to explore creatively the status quo and alternatives, within the context of excellence and professionalism, and to seek to make positive change in soci- ety. Partnership, by developing sus- tained relationships that bring together complementary skills and resources to create mutu- al benefit and to deliver impact that cannot be achieved by ei-
Professionalism, by upholding freedom of academic enquiry, undertaking activities in a re- sponsible manner using robust, transparent processes and main- taining professional standards in the conduct of all academic and support activities. Equality, diversity and inclusion, by making appointments and developing entry routes to the University based on educational merit, and valuing the strengths derived from contributions to our mission by people from different backgrounds, traditions, cultures and perspectives. Service, in which members of the Sussex community seek to use their skills and talents to contribute to local, national and international communities and organisations. Our Sussex 2025 vision reimagi- nes the pioneering spirit of the original purpose of our Universi- ty but does so for new times and a new generation. Discover our vision at https://www.sussex.ac.uk/strat- egy/
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