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Mrs Rickman

I read a review of Sussex somewhere on the internet that described the typical Sussex student as a left-wing individual 'who probably could've gone to Oxbridge but decided they couldn't be bothered to work that hard' :biggrin:

hehe that rings very true with me (missed out by a grade on oxford :s-smilie:

), a lot of the students aren't particularly left wing, but there are quite a few strong individuals that arent scared to put their viewpoint across (tbh i think its great that some of the students here at sussex care enough about the uni to deal with any issues that might need sorting out - hence the Sort US Out campaign, it deals with issues that all Unis have but not all unis try and make a difference like here at sussex).

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Symphonyinblue

I definately haven't met anyone at Sussex so far that could've gone to Oxbridge, lots of people in my seminars aren't even literate.

I'm transferring to a collegiate university, as I think the social side of things at those unis is really beneficial.

Reply 22

Wise One

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Mrs Rickman

I read a review of Sussex somewhere on the internet that described the typical Sussex student as a left-wing individual 'who probably could've gone to Oxbridge but decided they couldn't be bothered to work that hard' :biggrin:

That description is brilliant! And disconcertingly close to home... :biggrin:

I know Sussex isn't perhaps as 'respected' as somewhere like UCL, but i love it and really feel like i'll fit in, and if that comes at the price of ridiculously high rent and only 7 hours a week contact time,then so be it! :p:

It also depends a *lot* on the course. It's the only place in the country that does what I am doing in the combination and structure that I want. So, I'm chuffed. Psychology, the Biochemistry and Medical side of things, Media, History and Philosophy, and the Social Sciences all seem fairly well respected. It's just a case of what you are looking for. Look at the modules you'll be studying before you come. It's important to know exactly what you are letting yourself in for.

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dogtanian

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Wise One

Look at the modules you'll be studying before you come. It's important to know exactly what you are letting yourself in for.

My department is fantastic for putting detailed descriptions of course content and assessment methods online. I'm sure it's similar across the board, haha.

To find course descriptions, go to the A-Z Index on the sussex website and find your department. Click on 'Teaching' and then click course directory. You can then go to the modules' web pages in order to do some research. If there are reading lists there, take a look at those too.

Reply 24

Flicker

13

The social sciences are particularly well respected - both my brother and sister are doing post-grads in vaguely related fields (ie areas i wouldn't have thought are related but are!) and their peers always speak highly of Sussex.

From the first time i visited sussex, i just thought "yes". I loved the feel of it and still do and wouldn't be anywhere else. When you find the right place you just get that feeling - you'll know :smile:

Reply 25

dogtanian

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Abbie

From the first time i visited sussex, i just thought "yes". I loved the feel of it and still do and wouldn't be anywhere else. When you find the right place you just get that feeling - you'll know :smile:

I think that's why I haven't got on so well at Sussex. A lot of my friends on campus seem to think I'm barmy as they fell in love with the place on visits too. But while I like it, my heart is in Scotland, and has been since I visited. :biggrin:

Which is what I was saying before about knowing instinctively about what you want as your firm, and you seem to be saying here :smile:

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Flicker

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dogtanian

I think that's why I haven't got on so well at Sussex. A lot of my friends on campus seem to think I'm barmy as they fell in love with the place on visits too. But while I like it, my heart is in Scotland, and has been since I visited. :biggrin:

Which is what I was saying before about knowing instinctively about what you want as your firm, and you seem to be saying here :smile:

Definitely - I think it's so true. But at least Sussex is a decent, cool place to live and study, even if you're not in love with it!

Reply 27

jointhedots

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orange3

Really? when i went there they said that the student union was really good because of it location.

At Royal Holloway?

The Union IS good, but it's pretty much the only thing to do socially in the immediate area. I imagine it'd get very boring very quickly.

Reply 28

JC911

xxAprylxx

Does anyone know if the ba social work course is good at sussex. Im getting really worried now as sussex is my firm choice and people are slating the uni!. I need to know i made the right decision!

The BA Social Work at Sussex is good. Any issues with the course are nationwide issues ie workload, everyone getting the placements they want in yrs 2 & 3 (this is definately not confined to sussex!!). As its joint taught you get use of both online resources and libraries (2 lots of books). Knowing about the degree elsewhere I have no regrets coming to sussex.

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Han

I loved Sussex when I visted but all the negative stuff about the teaching and money issues is quite scary...!! I really don't know whether to go to Reading or Sussex now! I've got an unconditional place to do English lit and drama...anyone know whether this course and the departments are any good? Plus wanted to find out a bit more about the people and socialising...I've heard that Sussex is full of hippies do gooders and activists, obviously nothing wrong with being any of those types of people at all but I'm more interested in sport and going out clubbing than going to a demonstration....would I fit in?? Thanks for any help you can give me!! :smile:

Reply 30

dogtanian

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With regards to the sport and clubbing, I'd pick Sussex over Reading, personall. More Sports socs than you can shake a stick at, and some of the most diverse clubs in the country. Summat for everyone.

Reply 31

Becca28

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Han

I've heard that Sussex is full of hippies do gooders and activists, obviously nothing wrong with being any of those types of people at all but I'm more interested in sport and going out clubbing than going to a demonstration....would I fit in?? Thanks for any help you can give me!! :smile:

Id think you would fit in great! You dont have to be into clubbing to go to Sussex but seeing as Brighton is just down the road, its so easy to go out (think ive spent more time clubbing than studying so far lol!). There seems to be loads of sports and clubs as well from what I saw last freshers fair.

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JupiterRising

Hi! I started at Sussex Sept 2004. I'm quiet, I don't drink, go clubbing, I'm not going to get the socialite of the year award, and I'm not political. My housing choices were something like 'Lewes Court, Brighthelm, Park Village'. I was put in East Slope.

I really like it here. I was very lucky with housemates last year (off-campus with friends now), and had a really nice time. It wasn't too loud at all, and the accommodation really wasn't that bad. I've a slight OCD, so was really panicking before I started after reading various forums, thinking I'd hate my time here, but I really haven't.

I've also been enjoying my course a great deal (CompSci), and would recommend the uni to anyone. The library's nice IMO - would be nicer if it was 24 hour, but we can't have everything. Nice on-campus shops, facilities and security patrolling at night, and a nice homely and safe feeling.

Reply 33

SussexJo

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Han

I'm more interested in sport...

You can check out the list of clubs that the Union runs on our website. Only £33 for a full year of as many as you can fit in

Jo x

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zoea85

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JupiterRising

Hi! I started at Sussex Sept 2004. I'm quiet, I don't drink, go clubbing, I'm not going to get the socialite of the year award, and I'm not political. My housing choices were something like 'Lewes Court, Brighthelm, Park Village'. I was put in East Slope.QUOTE]

Oh god lol, that is the exact order that I've been thinking I would put if I came here, Lewes court, Brighthelm then Park village,there is no way I would want to be put in east slope, I'm just about coming round to the idea of sharing a bathroom with so many people full stop, let alone being given the (no offence) grottiest accommodation. I am not a snob or anything at all, I just like my own space and privacy (and hot water!), the idea of being bundled in such a small shed looking thing would drive me nuts!

If so many people don't get any of the choices they put on their form then who are the lucky ones that actually get the nicer accommodation such as Lewes court and brighthelm? Even if you send your form in early, how much difference does it make? Do they just allocate it at random? Surely they don't put you in a queue because a lot of the people that choose sussex may not end up going there anyway, if they end up going to their 2nd choice.
Is there any kind of medical condition I could invent to increase my chances of not getting the slope? I really would need a sink and mirror in my room to put in and out my contact lenses and I don't think east slope has sinks? I think its a bit crap being put in east slope if you choose sussex as your firm! I presumed that was the left over accommodation given if you put them as 2nd choice but it looks like anyone has a good chance of getting it! eek

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Becca28

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zoea85

I presumed that was the left over accommodation given if you put them as 2nd choice but it looks like anyone has a good chance of getting it!

No us insurance choice lot got f all accomodation last year lol, host families and living off campus for us :biggrin:

lewes court 2 is mainly international, mature students, unconditional offers etc. think it comes down to luck, one of my friends from sixth form still got a really nice room at lewes court when she put it as her first choice. you'll get used to it whatever happens, i have ensuite at home so was determined to get LC ensuite, im now sharing a bathrooom with 3 others and it doesnt really bother me any more.

Reply 36

hotpants

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misslibby

At Royal Holloway?

The Union IS good, but it's pretty much the only thing to do socially in the immediate area. I imagine it'd get very boring very quickly.

Yeah i think your right. The student union is about the only place to go unless you want to sit on a train for 40 mins and go into london. :rolleyes:

Reply 37

hotpants

OP

Well there have been mixed reviews of sussex but im convinced that it's a great place and i'm definetly going in september. Yeah it may have its down sides but what place does'nt??
I think i'll be staying in east slope too, it cant be that bad and besides i'd probably end up their wotever i chose so i may as well be optermistic about it.

Reply 38

zoea85

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Becca28

No us insurance choice lot got f all accomodation last year lol, host families and living off campus for us :biggrin:

lewes court 2 is mainly international, mature students, unconditional offers etc. think it comes down to luck, one of my friends from sixth form still got a really nice room at lewes court when she put it as her first choice. you'll get used to it whatever happens, i have ensuite at home so was determined to get LC ensuite, im now sharing a bathrooom with 3 others and it doesnt really bother me any more.

Yeah, I guess you're right, you get used to whatever you're given, its just scary thinking about have to cope with east slope at the moment! I wouldn't mind sharing with 3 people at all but I guess thats in private accommodation you're talking about? Damn, whats so special about internationals and mature bloody students for them to be given all the luxuries, it should at least be done fairly!

Reply 39

jointhedots

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Han

I loved Sussex when I visted but all the negative stuff about the teaching and money issues is quite scary...!! I really don't know whether to go to Reading or Sussex now! I've got an unconditional place to do English lit and drama...anyone know whether this course and the departments are any good? Plus wanted to find out a bit more about the people and socialising...I've heard that Sussex is full of hippies do gooders and activists, obviously nothing wrong with being any of those types of people at all but I'm more interested in sport and going out clubbing than going to a demonstration....would I fit in?? Thanks for any help you can give me!! :smile:

One of my flatmates does English lit and drama, she really likes both. Despite not having a performance space for drama she thinks it's well taught and she enjoys it, seems like a friendly course whenever I meet people from it as well.

The hippies irritate me :p:

I think you'll be fine.

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