# International Development (Global Studies) PhD

**Source**: https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/phd/degrees/international-development-global-studies-phd
**Parent**: https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/phd

Conduct expert research and address today’s foremost global issues. Join a diverse research community and make your mark.

## Select your start date

- [2026/27 academic year](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/phd/degrees/international-development-global-studies-phd)
- [2025/26 academic year](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/phd/degrees/international-development-global-studies-phd/2025)

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## Key information

- ### Duration

  Up to 4 years full time or 8 years part time
- ### Start date

  Choose to start in September 2026, January 2027 or April 2027
- ### Apply by

  1 month before start (UK), 3 months before start (international)
- ### Location

  [On campus - in person](#location)

Join our lively community of doctoral researchers and address some of the most important current issues in international development.

Our PhD is among the most diverse in the world in terms of supervisors, students and research topics. All our doctoral projects engage with the global challenges that face societies across the world today. You’ll work with a range of experts from across the natural and social sciences whose cutting-edge original research has made a significant impact on individuals, institutions and societies around the world.

In the School of Global Studies, we host one of the UK’s largest doctoral research communities in International Development. Here, students have a voice and an identity.

> I came to Sussex for the expertise in International Development. My (then potential) supervisors helped me create a robust project plan and funding application. I was awarded one of the ESRC’s 1+3 studentships for my Masters and PhD.”Sarah-jane Phelan \
> International Development (Global Studies) PhD\
> Social Research Methods MSc graduate

- **1st** in the world for Development Studies *[(QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025)](https://www.topuniversities.com/university-subject-rankings/development-studies)*

## Areas of study

Our research interests are in fields such as:

- environment, resources and mobilisation
- gender, sexuality and conflict
- human rights and welfare
- humanitarian design and citizen aid
- markets, labour and finance
- migration and mobility.

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### On campus - in person

You’ll study for this degree on our campus, joining our academics and fellow students. With in-person contact time, digitally supported educational resources,
library collections and independent study, this course is designed to give you an inclusive education. Your learning experience may also include work placements, field trips,
studying abroad and internationalisation experiences.

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## How to apply

If you’d like to join us as a research student, there are two main routes:

- [browse funded projects](#funding-fees) in this subject area
- [browse our potential supervisors](#our-supervisors) and propose your own research project.

### Full-time and part-time study

Choose to work on your research full time or part time, to fit around your work and personal life. For details about part-time study, contact us at [globalresearch@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:globalresearch@sussex.ac.uk)

### PhD or MPhil?

You can choose to study for a PhD or an MPhil. PhD and MPhil degrees differ in duration and in the extent of your research work.

- For a PhD, your research work makes a substantial original contribution to knowledge or understanding in your chosen field.
- For an MPhil, your work is an independent piece of research but in less depth than for a PhD. You’ll graduate with the degree title Master of Philosophy. You might be able to change to a PhD while you study for an MPhil.

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## Our supervisors

> Underpinning our vision of development is a quest for social justice and equality – it’s our explicit aim to support projects promoting inclusion and diversity across the globe.” Professor Geert De Neve \
> Professor of Social Anthropology and South Asian Studies\

### Prof Andreas Antoniades

Professor of Global Political Economy annd Sustainability

### Contact

[A.A.Antoniades@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:A.A.Antoniades%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Andreas Antoniades](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/215111)

### Dr Caroline Bennett

Assistant Professor in Social Anthropology

### Contact

[Caroline.Bennett@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:Caroline.Bennett%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Caroline Bennett](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/578153)

### Dr Paul Boyce

Reader in Anthropology and International Development

### Contact

[P.Boyce@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:P.Boyce%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Paul Boyce](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/285569)

### Dr David Brenner

Associate Professor

### Contact

[D.Brenner@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:D.Brenner%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of David Brenner](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/102996)

### Prof Grace Carswell

Professor of Geography and International Development

### Contact

[G.Carswell@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:G.Carswell%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Grace Carswell](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/34117)

### Dr Stuart Cartland

Assistant Professor in Global Studies

### Contact

[S.Cartland@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:S.Cartland%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Stuart Cartland](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/460557)

### Prof Lara Montesinos Coleman

Professor of International Law, Ethics and Political Economy

### Contact

[L.Coleman@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:L.Coleman%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Lara Montesinos Coleman](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/259636)

### Prof Michael Collyer

Professor of Geography

### Contact

[M.Collyer@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:M.Collyer%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Michael Collyer](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/96968)

### Prof Vinita Damodaran

Professor of South Asian History

### Contact

[V.Damodaran@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:V.Damodaran%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Vinita Damodaran](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/7389)

### Prof Geert De Neve

Head of School - Global Studies Asian Studies

### Contact

[G.R.De-Neve@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:G.R.De-Neve%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Geert De Neve](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/102363)

### Prof Priya Deshingkar

Professor of Migration and Development

### Contact

[P.Deshingkar@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:P.Deshingkar%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Priya Deshingkar](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/709)

### Dr Demet Dinler

Assistant Professor in Anthropology and International Development

### Contact

[D.S.Dinler@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:D.S.Dinler%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Demet Dinler](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/426370)

### Dr Synne Dyvik

Associate Professor In International Relations

### Contact

[S.Dyvik@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:S.Dyvik%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Synne Dyvik](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/226447)

### Prof James Fairhead

Emeritus Professor

### Contact

[J.R.Fairhead@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:J.R.Fairhead%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of James Fairhead](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/126936)

### Prof Anne-Meike Fechter

Professor of Anthropology and International Development

### Contact

[A.Fechter@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:A.Fechter%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Anne-Meike Fechter](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/158737)

### Dr Earl Gammon

Associate Professor in Global Political Economy

### Contact

[E.Gammon@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:E.Gammon%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Earl Gammon](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/138664)

### Dr Melissa Gatter

Assistant Professor in Anthropology and International Development

### Contact

[M.Gatter@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:M.Gatter%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Melissa Gatter](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/577357)

### Dr Paul Gilbert

Reader in Development, Justice and Inequality

### Contact

[P.Gilbert@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:P.Gilbert%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Paul Gilbert](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/275733)

### Dr Daniel Haberly

Associate Professor in Human Geography

### Contact

[D.Haberly@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:D.Haberly%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Daniel Haberly](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/321250)

### Prof Elizabeth Harrison

Dean of the School of Progressive Futures

### Contact

[E.A.Harrison@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:E.A.Harrison%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Elizabeth Harrison](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/1158)

### Dr Christopher Hesketh

Assistant Professor in International Relations

### Contact

[C.Hesketh@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:C.Hesketh%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Christopher Hesketh](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/520481)

### Dr Andrew Hook

Associate Professor

### Contact

[A.Hook@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:A.Hook%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Andrew Hook](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/335845)

### Dr David Karp

Associate Professor In International Relations

### Contact

[D.Karp@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:D.Karp%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of David Karp](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/322326)

### Prof Raminder Kaur

Research Associate

### Contact

[rk39@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:rk39%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Raminder Kaur](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/158815)

### Prof Pamela Kea

Professor of Social Anthropology

### Contact

[P.J.Kea@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:P.J.Kea%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Pamela Kea](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/22575)

### Dr Evan Killick

Reader in Anthropology and International Development

### Contact

[E.Killick@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:E.Killick%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Evan Killick](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/248956)

### Prof Dominic Kniveton

Professor of Climate Science & Society

### Contact

[D.R.Kniveton@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:D.R.Kniveton%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Dominic Kniveton](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/122700)

### Dr Ushehwedu Kufakurinani

Assistant Professor in International Development

### Contact

[U.Kufakurinani@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:U.Kufakurinani%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Ushehwedu Kufakurinani](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/622459)

### Dr Anna Laing

Associate Professor in International Development

### Contact

[A.F.Laing@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:A.F.Laing%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Anna Laing](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/397849)

### Prof Alan Lester

Professor of Historical Geography

### Contact

[A.J.Lester@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:A.J.Lester%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Alan Lester](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/114412)

### Dr Julie Litchfield

Associate Professor Emerita

### Contact

[J.A.Litchfield@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:J.A.Litchfield%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Julie Litchfield](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/110884)

### Dr Will Lock

Assistant Professor in Anthropology and International Development

### Contact

[W.Lock@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:W.Lock%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Will Lock](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/174669)

### Prof Magnus Marsden

Professor Of Social Anthropology

### Contact

[M.Marsden@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:M.Marsden%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Magnus Marsden](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/187719)

### Dr Kamran Matin

Reader in International Relations

### Contact

[K.Matin@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:K.Matin%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Kamran Matin](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/138207)

### Prof JoAnn McGregor

Professor Of Human Geography

### Contact

[J.Mcgregor@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:J.Mcgregor%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of JoAnn McGregor](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/135339)

### Dr Lyndsay McLean

Reader in Anthropology and International Development

### Contact

[L.C.Mclean-Hilker@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:L.C.Mclean-Hilker%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Lyndsay McLean](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/142748)

### Dr Elizabeth Mills

Associate Professor in International Development

### Contact

[E.Mills@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:E.Mills%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Elizabeth Mills](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/226593)

### Prof Peter Newell

Professor of International Relations

### Contact

[P.J.Newell@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:P.J.Newell%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Peter Newell](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/104921)

### Prof David Ockwell

Professor of Sustainability andInternational Development

### Contact

[D.Ockwell@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:D.Ockwell%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of David Ockwell](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/197916)

### Prof Louiza Odysseos

Emeritus Professor

### Contact

[L.Odysseos@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:L.Odysseos%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Louiza Odysseos](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/200596)

### Dr Ceri Oeppen

Reader in Migration Geography

### Contact

[C.J.Oeppen@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:C.J.Oeppen%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Ceri Oeppen](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/153569)

### Prof Filippo Osella

Emeritus Professor

### Contact

[F.Osella@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:F.Osella%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Filippo Osella](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/102434)

### Dr Suda Perera

Assistant Professor in International Development

### Contact

[S.M.Perera@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:S.M.Perera%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Suda Perera](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/406143)

### Dr Rebecca Prentice

Associate Professor in Anthropology and International Development

### Contact

[R.J.Prentice@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:R.J.Prentice%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Rebecca Prentice](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/98251)

### Dr Dinah Rajak

Associate Professor in Anthropology and International Development

### Contact

[D.R.Rajak@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:D.R.Rajak%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Dinah Rajak](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/116302)

### Prof Ben Rogaly

Emeritus Prof

### Contact

[B.Rogaly@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:B.Rogaly%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Ben Rogaly](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/28173)

### Dr Pedram Rowhani

Reader in Geography

### Contact

[P.Rowhani@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:P.Rowhani%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Pedram Rowhani](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/267938)

### Prof Anke Schwittay

Professor of Anthropology & Global Development

### Contact

[A.Schwittay@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:A.Schwittay%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Anke Schwittay](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/349088)

### Prof Benjamin Selwyn

Professor of International Relations and International Development

### Contact

[B.Selwyn@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:B.Selwyn%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Benjamin Selwyn](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/230531)

### Prof Margaret Sleeboom-Faulkner

Emeritus Professor

### Contact

[M.Sleeboom-Faulkner@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:M.Sleeboom-Faulkner%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Margaret Sleeboom-Faulkner](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/192052)

### Prof Paul Statham

Professor of Migration

### Contact

[Paul.Statham@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:Paul.Statham%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Paul Statham](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/72922)

### Prof Anna Stavrianakis

Professor of International Relations

### Contact

[A.Stavrianakis@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:A.Stavrianakis%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Anna Stavrianakis](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/200527)

### Dr Linda Tabar

Associate Professor in Global Insecurities

### Contact

[L.Tabar@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:L.Tabar%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Linda Tabar](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/512199)

### Prof Maya Unnithan

Professor 0f Social And Medical Anthropology

### Contact

[M.Unnithan@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:M.Unnithan%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Maya Unnithan](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/2755)

### Dr Alice Wilson

Associate Professor in Anthropology

### Contact

[Alice.Wilson@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:Alice.Wilson%40sussex.ac.uk)

[View profile of Alice Wilson](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/381972)

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## Entry requirements

- [UK requirements](#tab-content-uk)
- [International requirements](#tab-content-international)

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| Degree requirements | You’re normally expected to have a Merit (an average of 60% overall) in a Masters degree and an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |

Please select your country from the list.

#### Argentina

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| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Licenciado/Titulo with a final mark of at least 7.5-8.5 depending on your university. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Australia

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| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree with second-class upper division. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Azerbaijan

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| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Specialist Diploma with an average mark of at least 4/5 or 80%. Magistr with a minimum average mark of at least 81%. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Bahrain

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| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree with CGPA 3.0/4.0 (Grade B). |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Bangladesh

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| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | A 4-year Bachelor degree with GPA of at least 3.3/4.0 |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Brazil

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| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bacharel, Licenciado or professional title with a final mark of at least 7.5 or 8 depending on your university. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Brunei

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| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors (Honours) degree with second class upper division or CGPA 3.1/4.0. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Canada

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree with CGPA 3.3/4.0 (grade B+). |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Chile

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Licenciado with a final mark of at least 5-5.5/7 depending on your university. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### China

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree with a minimum overall mark of at least 70%-75% depending on your university. Sussex uses Project 211/985 to inform offer levels.  As evidence of completing your degree you must provide both a Degree Certificate and Graduation Certificate. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Colombia

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Licenciado with ‘Acreditacion de alta calidad' and a CGPA of 3.5. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Cyprus

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree or Ptychion with a final mark of at least 7.5. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Denmark

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree with an overall mark of at least 7 (Good Performance). |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Ecuador

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Licenciado with a final mark of at least 17/20. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Egypt

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree from a university with an overall grade of at least 70-75% depending on your university. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### France

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Licence with mention bien or Maîtrise with a final mark of at least 13. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Germany

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree or Magister Artium with a final mark of 2.4 or better. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Ghana

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree from a public university with second-class upper division. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Greece

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Ptychion from an AEI with a final mark of at least 7. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Hong Kong

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors (Honours) degree with second-class upper division. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### India

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree with an overall mark of at least 55-70% depending on your university. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Indonesia

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree from an 'A' accredited university with CGPA 3.0/4.0.     Bachelors degree from a 'B' accredited university with CGPA 3.2/4.0. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Iran

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree (Licence or Karshenasi) with a final mark of at least 15. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Italy

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Diploma di Laurea with an overall mark of at least 105. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Japan

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree with a minimum C/GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 or equivalent. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Jordan

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree with a CGPA of at least 3.0/4.0 or 80%. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Kazakhstan

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree with a minimum overall mark of 4.0/5 or CGPA 3.33/4 |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Kenya

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors (Honours) degree with a second-class upper division. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Kuwait

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree with a CGPA of at least 3.0/4.0 or B+. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Lebanon

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree with a CGPA 3.5/4.0 or 14/20. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Malawi

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Masters degree, depending on your university. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Malaysia

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree with a CGPA of at least 3.0/4.0. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Mexico

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Licenciado with a final mark of at least 8/10. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Nepal

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| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | A 4-year Bachelor degree with GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 or 65%. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Nigeria

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree with a second-class upper division or CGPA of at least 3.0-3.49/4.0, 3.5-4.49/5.0 or 4.6-5.9/7.0 |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Norway

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree with an overall grade of B. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Oman

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree with a CGPA of at least 3.3/4.0. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Pakistan

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Four-year Bachelors degree with an overall mark of at least 65%-70% or CGPA 2.6 - 2.8 depending on your university.  Masters degree following a 3-year Bachelors degree with an overall mark of at least 65%-70% or CGPA 2.6 - 2.8 depending on your university. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Palestine

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree with at least 80% or CGPA of at least 3.0/4.0 |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Paraguay

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors with a final mark of at least 7.5/10. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Peru

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Licenciado with a final mark of at least 13/20 from a public university or 15/20 from a private university. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Philippines

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelor degree when awarded from 2022 onwards (or a Masters degree) with a minimum of 1.5/5.0 (where 1 is the highest) or 3.7/4.0. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Qatar

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree with an overall CPGA of at least 3 (on a scale of 4). |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Russia

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bakalavr or Specialist Diploma with an average mark of at least 4. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Saudi Arabia

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree with a CGPA of 3.5/5.0 or 3/4.0. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Singapore

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors (Honours) degree with a second-class upper division or CAP 4.0. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### South Africa

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors (honours) degree with a second-class division 1. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### South Korea

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree with a CGPA of at least 3.3/4.5 or 3.1/4.3 or B+ |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Spain

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Licenciado with a final mark of at least 2/4 or 7/10. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Sri Lanka

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors Special degree with an upper second honours. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Switzerland

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Licence or Diplôme with 5/6 or 8/10. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Taiwan

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree with an overall mark of at least 67%-80% depending on your university. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Thailand

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree with CGPA of at least 2.8 - 3.0/4.0 or equivalent depending on your university. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Turkey

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Lisans Diplomasi with CGPA of at least 2.8 - 3.0/4.0 or equivalent depending on your university. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### United Arab Emirates

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree with CGPA of at least 3.0/4.0 or equivalent. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### USA

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree with CGPA of at least 3.3/4.0. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Uzbekistan

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Specialist Diploma with an average mark of at least 80%. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Vietnam

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors degree (with a Graduate Thesis/research component) with CGPA of at least 3.0/4.0 or 7.0/10.  As evidence of completing your degree you must provide both proof of graduation in addition to your transcript. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Zambia

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Masters degree with GPA of 2.0/2.5 or equivalent. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Zimbabwe

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Masters degree requirement | You’re normally expected to have the equivalent of a UK Masters degree, which will mean having completed some academic study beyond your Bachelors degree. |
| Undergraduate degree requirement | Bachelors (Honours) degree with second-class upper division. |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### My country is not listed

If your country is not listed, you need to contact us and find out the qualification level you should have for this course. [Contact us](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/ask/)

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Subject-specific requirements | Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.  We also offer a Doctoral pathway which incorporates the MSc in Social Research Methods or further specialist research training modules within Year 1 for those without the required research training. Further information about this doctoral pathway can be found **[here](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/social-research-methods-msc)** |

### English language requirements

#### IELTS (Academic)

High level (6.5 overall, including at least 6.0 in each component).

IELTS scores are valid for two years from the test date. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course. [Find out more about IELTS](https://www.cambridgeenglish.org/exams-and-tests/ielts/)

We accept IELTS One Skills Retake.

We accept IELTS Online.

[Check full details of our English Language requirements and find out more about some of the alternative English language qualifications listed below](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/phd/apply/international-qualifications/english-language-research)

#### Alternative English language qualifications

#### Proficiency tests

##### Cambridge Advanced Certificate in English (CAE)

169 overall, including at least 162 in each skill.

We would normally expect the CAE test to have been taken within two years before the start of your course.

You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. [Find out more about Cambridge English: Advanced](http://www.cambridgeenglish.org/exams/advanced/)

##### Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE)

169 overall, including at least 162 in each skill.

We would normally expect the CPE test to have been taken within two years before the start of your course.

You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. [Find out more about Cambridge English: Proficiency](http://www.cambridgeenglish.org/exams/proficiency/)

##### Duolingo English test

High level (120 overall, with no component score below 110)\
\
Duolingo English test scores are valid for two years from the test date. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course.

[Find out more about the Duolingo English test](https://englishtest.duolingo.com/test_takers).  You will need to share your results with the University of Sussex.

##### LanguageCert Academic SELT

High level (70 overall, including at least 65 in each component).

LanguageCert Academic SELT scores are valid for two years from the test date. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course. [Find out more about LanguageCert Academic SELT](https://www.languagecert.org/en/language-exams/english/languagecert-esol-selt/academic-selt)

We only accept LanguageCert when taken at SELT Test Centres.

We do not accept the online version.  We also do not accept the non-SELT version.

##### LanguageCert International ESOL SELT

High level (International ESOL SELT B2 with a minimum of 39 in each component)

LanguageCert International ESOL scores are valid for two years from the test date. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course. [Find out more about LanguageCert SELT](https://www.languagecert.org/en/language-exams/english/languagecert-esol-selt)

We only accept LanguageCert when taken at SELT Test Centres. We do not accept the online version.

##### Oxford International English Language Test (OI ELLT)

High level (7 overall, including at least 6 in each component)

Oxford ELLT scores are valid for 18 months from the test date. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course.

[Register to complete the OI ELLT](https://tests.oidigitalinstitute.com/rp/ellt/university-of-sussex-4825) and use our 10% discount code at check out: SUSX10.

We accept Oxford ELLT Global and Oxford ELLT Digital.

##### Pearson PTE Academic

High level (62 overall, including at least 59 in all four skills)

PTE (Academic) scores are valid for two years from the test date. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course. [Find out more about Pearson (PTE Academic)](https://www.pearsonpte.com/)

We do not accept the PTE Academic Online test.

##### TOEFL (iBT)

For tests taken **from 21 January 2026**:

High level (4.5 overall, including at least 4 in Listening, 4 in Reading, 4 in Speaking, 4 in Writing).

For tests taken **before 21 January 2026**:

High level 88 overall, including at least 20 Listening, 19 in Reading, 21 in Speaking, 23 in Writing.

TOEFL (iBT) scores are valid for two years from the test date. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course. [Find out more about TOEFL (iBT)](https://www.ets.org/toefl.html)

We accept TOEFL (iBT) Home Edition.

The TOEFL Institution Code for the University of Sussex is 9166.

#### English language qualifications

##### AS/A-level (GCE)

Grade C or above in English Language.

Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination (HKALE)/ AS or A Level: grade C or above in Use of English.

##### GCE O-level

Grade C or above in English.

**Brunei/Cambridge GCE O-level in English:** grades 1-6.

**Singapore/Cambridge GCE O-level in English:** grades 1-6.

##### GCSE or IGCSE

Grade C or above in English as a First Language (Grade 4 or above in GCSE from 2017).

Grade B or above in English as a Second Language.

##### Ghana Senior Secondary School Certificate

**If awarded before 1993:** grades 1-6 in English language.

**If awarded between 1993 and 2005:** grades A-D in English language.

##### Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE)

 Level 4, including at least 3 in each component in English Language.

##### Indian School Certificate (Standard XII)

The Indian School Certificate is accepted at the grades below when awarded by the following examination boards:

**Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) – English Core only:** 70%

**Council for Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) - English:** 70%

We will also accept the Indian Secondary School Certificate at the grade below when awarded by the following examination boards, but these State Board results **must** have been completed within 6 years of the start date of the course at Sussex:

Tamil Nadu; Karnataka; Delhi; Maharashtra; and West Bengal - English: 70%

##### International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)

English A or English B at grade 5 or above.

##### Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education

Grades A - C in English language

##### Malaysian Certificate of Education (SPM) 1119/GCE O-level

**If taken before the end of 2008:** grades 1-6 in English Language.

**If taken from 2009 onwards:** grade C or above in English Language.

The qualification must be jointly awarded by the University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES).

##### West African Senior School Certificate

Grades A1-C6 (1-6) in English language when awarded by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) or the National Examinations Council (NECO).

#### Country exceptions

##### Select to see the list of exempt English-speaking countries

If you are a national of one of the countries below, or if you have recently completed a qualification equivalent to a UK Bachelors degree or higher in one of these countries, you will normally meet our English requirement. Note that qualifications obtained by distance learning or awarded by studying outside these countries cannot be accepted for English language purposes.

You will normally be expected to have completed the qualification within two years before starting your course at Sussex. If the qualification was obtained earlier than this, we would expect you to be able to demonstrate that you have maintained a good level of English, for example by living in an English-speaking country or working in an occupation that required you to use English regularly and to a high level.

Please note that this list is determined by the UK’s Home Office, not by the University of Sussex.

List of exempt countries:

- Antigua and Barbuda
- Australia
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Belize
- Canada\*\*
- Dominica
- Grenada
- Guyana
- Ireland
- Jamaica
- New Zealand
- St Kitts and Nevis
- St Lucia
- St Vincent and the Grenadines
- The British Overseas Territories
- Trinidad and Tobago
- United Kingdom
- USA

\*\* Canada: you must be a national of Canada; other nationals not on this list who have a degree from a Canadian institution will not normally be exempt from needing to provide evidence of English.

### English language support

If you don’t meet the English language requirements for your degree, you may be able to take a [pre-sessional course](http://www.sussex.ac.uk/languages/english/presess )

### Visas and immigration

[Find out how to apply for a student visa](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/international-students/visas-immigration)

### Additional admissions information

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| Research proposal | You must write an outline research proposal of two to three pages indicating the nature, ambition and primary questions of your research project. [Find out how to write a research proposal.](http://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/phd/apply/tips-research-degrees/research-proposal) |

If your qualifications aren’t listed or you have a question about entry requirements, [contact us](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/ask/)

[Book an information session](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/visit-us/postgraduate/information-sessions)

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## Funding and fees

### Funding

#### Funded projects and scholarships

Our aim is to ensure that every student who wants to study with us is able to despite financial barriers, so that we continue to attract talented and unique individuals. Don’t miss out on scholarships – check the specific application deadlines for funding opportunities. Note that funded projects aren’t available for all our PhDs.

- [China Scholarship Council (CSC) University of Sussex Scholarships](#)

  Up to 14 scholarships for outstanding PhD students from China

  [Find out more](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/phd/fees-and-scholarships/scholarships/view/1756-China-Scholarship-Council-(CSC)--University-of-Sussex-Scholarships)
- [Climate Leaders Scholarship](#)

  £3,000 scholarships available to active environmentalists (in any subject) bringing about real-world behaviour change

  [Find out more](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/phd/fees-and-scholarships/scholarships/view/1879-Climate-Leaders-Scholarship)

#### Applying for USA Federal Student Aid?

If any part of your funding, at any time, is through USA federal Direct Loan funds, you will be registered
on a separate version of this degree which does not include the possibility of distance learning which is
prohibited under USA federal regulations. Find out more about
[American Student Loans and Federal Student Aid](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/studentlifecentre/funding/americanstudentloans).

#### Part-time work

We advertise around 2,500 part-time jobs a year so you can make money and gain work experience. We have a special scheme to employ students on campus, wherever possible.

[Find out more about careers and employability](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/careers)

### Fees

#### Fees for self-funding students

### Home students

£5,238 per year for full-time students

### Channel Islands and Isle of Man students

£5,238 per year for full-time students

### International students

£23,500 per year for full-time students

Home PhD student fees are set at the level recommended by United Kingdom Research and Innovation (UKRI) annually, rising in line with inflation. Overseas fees are subject to an annual
increase - see details on our [tuition fees page](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/fees-funding/tuition-fees)

### Additional costs

#### Note about additional costs

Additional costs to your tuition fees may include field trips, equipment, materials, bench fees or studio hire. These costs are best estimates based on current market values which we review each year. These costs may be subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances where the University has limited control such as a change in a service provider or government guidance. We will let you know at the earliest opportunity if there is any change to these costs. We will also tell you if these costs are mandatory for passing your course or optional.  [Find out how to budget for student life](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/fees-funding/student-budgeting).

#### Empirical research costs

On top of your PhD fees and living costs, you may also need to cover some research and training costs, relevant to your research project. These costs will depend on your research topic and training needs, but may include:\
\
- travel (to archives, collections or scientific facilities)\
- a laptop\
- overseas fieldwork costs (travel and accommodation, and language training)\
- conference costs (travel, registration fees and accommodation)\
- laboratory consumables and workshop materials\
- participant costs \
- transcription or translation costs\
- open-access publication costs.\
\
If you have a scholarship from one of the UK Research Councils, your scholarship should cover these types of costs. You'll receive details of how to claim this additional funding. \
\
If you're self funded, or if your scholarship doesn’t cover these costs, check with the Research and Enterprise Co-ordinator in your School for details of School or Doctoral School funding that may be available. \

## Living costs

We know the rising cost of living is on everyone’s mind, and affects us all in different ways. Our guide to living costs has been designed to help you plan and budget for life as a Sussex student.

[Learn more about typical living costs](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/fees-funding/living-costs)

[Book an information session](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/visit-us/postgraduate/information-sessions)

## Meet us

### PhD Open Evenings

Join us to find out what it’s like to study a PhD at Sussex.

[Book your place](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/phd/degrees/study/visit-us/postgraduate/campus-events/phd-open-evening)

### Online PhD sessions

Join a live webchat or meet PhD students at our online events.

[Book your place](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/phd/degrees/study/visit-us/postgraduate/virtual-events)

### Information by country

See our country guides and meet us at an event in your country.

[Find your country](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/international-students/information-by-country)

## Contact us

### Course enquiries

+44 (0)1273 876787

[Send us a message](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/ask/)

[Order a printed prospectus](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/prospectus/pgorder)

### Admissions enquiries

#### If you haven’t applied yet

+44 (0)1273 877107\
[globalresearch@​sussex.ac.uk](mailto:globalresearch@sussex.ac.uk)

Dr Earl Gammon\
International Development PhD Convenor\
+44 (0)1273 873734\
[e.gammon@​sussex.ac.uk](mailto:e.gammon@sussex.ac.uk)

[Find out about the School of Global Studies](http://www.sussex.ac.uk/global/)

#### After you’ve applied

+44 (0)1273 877773

[phd.applicants@sussex.ac.uk](mailto:phd.applicants@sussex.ac.uk)

## What do you want to do next?

[### Browse our courses by subject area](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/subjects)

[### Book an Open Day](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/visit-us/)

[### Find out where you’ll live](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/accommodation)

[### Find out about student life at Sussex](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/student-life)

[### Support for international students](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/international-students/support-for-international-students)

[### Visas and immigration support](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/international-students/visas-immigration)

[### Find out how to apply](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/phd/apply)

[### Sussex Researcher School](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/phd/doctoral)

[### Guide to PhD study](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/phd/guide-phd-study)

## Legal information

We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to
provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material
changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as
soon as possible.

[Find out about our terms and conditions, including the student code of conduct and your cancellation rights](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/terms-and-conditions/postgraduate)

[Find out about our complaints and appeals process](https://student.sussex.ac.uk/complaints/)

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