Sussex ranked again among world's finest universities-28 October 2005
The University of Sussex has once again been ranked among the top 100 universities in the world.
The Times Higher Education Supplement World University Rankings 2005, described by the publication as being "more robust and more reliable" this year, also lists Sussex among the elite UK institutions.
The results placed Sussex 13th among UK universities, 36th in Europe and 100th in the world.
A further breakdown of the tables into broad disciplines within universities also shows that Sussex is in the top 10 in the UK (ranked 8th) both for arts and humanities, and for social sciences.
The rankings list 200 institutions worldwide and are based on the opinions of academic peers and global business and industry, international outlook and statistics relating to teaching and research excellence.
The 200 universities featured in the rankings are drawn from 31 countries. Researchers canvassed 2,375 academics from across the world, asking them which universities they considered to be the best in their fields.
Top of the rankings is Harvard in the USA, while Cambridge (3rd) and Oxford (4th) are the highest in the UK. The UK provides 24 of the 200 ranked institutions.
The Times Higher Education
Supplement – World University Rankings 2004
These findings echo those of the Institute of
Education at Shanghai Jiao Tong University, which
placed Sussex among the World’s leading
universities. Sussex has risen further up the 2005
Guardian University Guide, with 17 subjects in the
overall top 20.
Choice and
flexibility
Choose from around 300
degrees, with exciting combinations of
subjects, and enjoy the flexibility to
explore your own special interest within
your selected degree.
Innovation and
inspiration
With its wealth of
innovative and engaging degree
programmes, Sussex encourages
intellectual exploration and creativity.
Experience the world
Gain a world view at
Sussex by meeting students from over 120
countries, learning another language
alongside your main subject and studying
overseas for part of your degree.
Teaching excellence
Learn from inspiring,
enthusiastic and awardwinning teaching
staff who are at the forefront of their
field.
Career-focused
learning
During your studies
you will develop the broad skills and
knowledge that employers look for.
Research distinction
Benefit from studying
at a university renowned nationally and
internationally for its excellent
research.
Superb learning
resources
From a well-stocked
library and extensive computer network
to specialist laboratories, media
facilities and music rooms, you will be
well supported, whatever your subject.
The ideal location
Set in the South
Downs, Sussex is the only university in
the country to be entirely located in a
designated Area of Outstanding Natural
Beauty.
Liberate your
potent
With a reputation as
an open-minded university, Sussex offers
you a challenging and socially aware
learning environment.
A seaside city
The
delights of Brighton are only eight
minutes away by train, for clubs, music,
shopping and the arts, or even a paddle
in summer.
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