From December 2024, University staff can apply to receive an 80% reduction intheir fees for a postgraduate taught course or postgraduate research course (not including PhDs) at Sussex. If the programme of study is deemed to be a requirement for your current role or the future development of your role, a full fee waiver may be considered.
Who is eligible for a reduction in their fees?
To be eligible for the scheme, you must:
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Have completed at least one year of employment with the University. (Subcontracted staff, including SEF and Chartwells, are not eligible for the scheme)
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Have a contract that lasts the duration of the course (or be prepared to take financial responsibility for funding any remaining years once your contract has ended).
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Not be undergoing any formal performance or disciplinary related process.
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Not be working in a role that is directly related to thinvolved in delivering the programme of study as this could pose a conflict of interest or unfair access to course related information.
How do I apply?
Before applying, it's important that you:
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Research the course you wish to study and are confident that you meet the entry requirements.
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Consider how you will manage undertaking a significant course of study alongside your working commitments.
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Plan with your line manager around how you will manage your time when working and studying.
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Carefully read through the fee reduction/waiver guidance.
You can then apply by completing the fee reduction/waiver online form.
If you are already studying a postgraduate course at Sussex and have further years of study ahead, you can apply for the scheme for your next year’s fees.
Please note that the usual application deadline for the fee reduction scheme is 31 January each year.
For more details, visit the fee reduction webpage.