UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX INTO THE TOP 20 RANKINGS

The University of Sussex has climbed to 14th in the table according to The Times Good University Guide.

The annual table ranks universities according to factors including degree results, student satisfaction and quality of research.

Sussex's vice-chancellor, Professor Michael Farthing said "It is heartening to see the sustained efforts of colleagues, staff and students bearing fruit in these latest league table rankings for Sussex, the the university prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary.

These are challenging times for higher education, but strategic ambitions for growth at Sussex are already having positive impact on the student experience and on the value of a Sussex degree, while our research reputation continues to flourish in an increasing competitive global sector"