Making the most of university as a commuter
Discover how you can get involved in student life and have a rich university experience while commuting.
Do university your way
You can have a full and stimulating university experience while living at home.
Our scenic campus, with its wide range of cafes and bars, is the perfect place to spend time with friends and participate in societies and sports clubs.
Commuting could also give you more flexibility to work your studies around a or .
Postgraduate student, commutes by car from Surrey
Experience student life
You don’t have to live on campus to get involved in all that Sussex has to offer.
Discover the wide range of events and opportunities available to you, and the facilities and support we provide.
Explore student life at Sussex
Pay and play at Sussex Sport
Our ‘pay and play’ scheme at Sussex Sport offers you discounted fees across our facilities on a pay-per-visit basis.
Perfect for commuter students, this is an affordable option if you already have a gym membership elsewhere, but still want to use our facilities in between or after lectures.
Find out more about Sussex Sport
Facilities for commuters on campus
There are plenty of places for commuters to study and unwind in between classes.
Find out about the facilities available to you at the and across our campus.
Study, relax or socialise between lectures in our Student Centre.
Store your belongings in our lockers.
Use our microwaves to heat your food.
Relax in our courtyard garden on a sunny day.
Study in our cosy, beach hut-inspired spaces.
Get assistance and ask questions at our help desk.
Study in our spacious library.
Enjoy some downtime and use kitchen facilities in the tranquil Meeting House.
Meet friends and chill out in Falmer House.
Katie North
Postgraduate student, commutes by train from Chichester