New students : University of Sussex

Whether you’re an undergraduate, Masters or PhD student, find out everything you need to know about starting life at Sussex and keep up to date with our Welcome events calendar.

Before you arrive

What to do ahead of arriving at Sussex, including:

registration
getting accommodation
what to pack.

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When you arrive

What you need to know in your first few days, including:

collecting your keys
registering for healthcare
arriving late.

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Settling in

Useful information on how to settle in at Sussex, including:

getting help with your loan and budget
looking after yourself
where to shop and eat.

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Get help and support

How to contact a team or service, including:

the Student Life Centre
Campus and Residential Support
the Students’ Union.

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Welcome events calendar

The Welcome events calendar is your personalised guide to Welcome Week and the start of term. It lists key events and social occasions to help you make the most of your first few weeks at Sussex.

Also...

Download the SussexMobile App
Follow your fellow new students using the hashtag #heysussex on social media
Look out for staff wearing Ask Me badges if you're lost.