International Relations and Anthropology

7th in the UK for our research overall in Anthropology in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education)

=9th in the UK for Politics (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024))

9th in the UK for Social Sciences (The Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2024)

About the course

Join the School of Global Studies, a unique hub of interdisciplinary research. The Department of Anthropology and the Department of International Relations - two highly respected Departments in the UK in their area - come together to offer a comprehensive training in the conditions that determine social change in our world today.

Gain a deep understanding of the major challenges facing our world today and learn how they can be addressed.

You'll be taught by experts whose research is making a difference to communities across the world – from human rights to gender inequality to climate change and financial instability.

About Sussex

Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.

Location

Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.