The Social Sciences (with a foundation year) BA degree at the University of Sussex is designed for students who either do not meet the direct entry requirements for an undergraduate degree or wish to explore multiple disciplines before specialization. The foundation year offers a broad introduction to key areas of the social sciences, including geography, anthropology, international relations, development, law, politics, and sociology. Successfully completing the foundation year guarantees progression to a wide range of social science degrees at Sussex. The course emphasizes building academic, critical-thinking, and communication skills, preparing students for degree-level study and diverse careers related to social sciences. Sussex is highly ranked for Social Sciences, being in the top 10 in the UK according to The Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2025. 来源： https://isc.sussex.ac.uk/programmes/international-foundation-year/social-sciences-and-law