Nigeria
Learn how to apply and discover more about life whilst studying at the Βι¶ΉΣ³» as a Nigerian student
Welcome!
Βι¶ΉΣ³» has long enjoyed being a popular destination for Nigerian students. Around 100 Nigerian students currently study at the University.
Home to the and the , Βι¶ΉΣ³» also counts several African presidents and vice-presidents amongst its alumni.
We develop future leaders, game changers and industry captains to make a positive impact in the world.
Contents
- Application information
- Alumni and careers
- Life at Βι¶ΉΣ³»
- Clubs and societies
- Student testimonials
- Get in touch
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Application information
- Undergraduate entry requirements
Entry requirements for Nigerian students depend on the course you’d like to study.
Find out your requirements on our undergraduate course pages or in the search box below.
Ask us a question if you have any queries.
Find your course
- Postgraduate entry requirements
Masters and PhD entry requirements depend on the course you’d like to study.
Visit our Masters and PhD course pages for full details or send us a message if you have a question.
- English language requirements
Find out our English language requirements and what qualifications we accept on our undergraduate, Masters and PhD course pages.
Read more about English language requirements for undergraduate, Masters and PhD courses.
- Fees and scholarship information
See our tuition fees for undergraduate, Masters and PhD courses.
Βι¶ΉΣ³» offers a range of competitive loans and scholarships for undergraduates, Masters and PhD students.
Βι¶ΉΣ³» Nigeria Scholarship
The University offers a £3,000 tuition fee reduction for new postgraduate students who have Nigerian nationality and have been accepted to study an eligible Masters course at Βι¶ΉΣ³».
Find out more on our scholarships pages.
Chevening
Βι¶ΉΣ³» is a popular destination for Chevening scholars.
Visit , a Youtube channel developed by Βι¶ΉΣ³» Cheveners to assist prospective applicants, to find out why Chevening students are so passionate about Βι¶ΉΣ³».
- How to apply
Undergraduate students can apply via the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). Visit our step-by-step guide with a link to the UCAS application system.
Masters and PhD students can apply using our postgraduate application system. Apply for a Masters or a PhD.
Receive up to £6,000 in scholarships for postgraduate study
We are proud of our history of developing future leaders in Nigeria and we want to help you achieve your full potential at Βι¶ΉΣ³».
Find out more about our Βι¶ΉΣ³» Nigeria Scholarship, worth £3,000.
You may also be eligible for an extra £3,000 scholarship if you are joining us in September to study a relevant business or engineering degree with our Business Award or Engineering Award.
University preparation courses
about International Foundation Year, International Year One and Pre-Masters courses.
Alumni: Careers after Βι¶ΉΣ³»
Develop your leadership and professional skills for post-study career opportunities.
Our graduates go on to engage with global issues, make a positive impact in the world and achieve success after Βι¶ΉΣ³». Notable alumni include:
- Thabo Mbeki (President, South Africa)
- Festus Mogae (President, Botswana)
- Guy Scott (President, Zambia)
- George Saitoti (Vice President, Kenya)
- Isatou Touray (Vice President of The Gambia).
- Reverend Professor Adebayo Dada Akinde (Archbishop of Lagos, Computer Science PhD)
- Bolaji Abdullahi (former Sports Minister, Nigeria)
- Dr Manur Muhtar (former Finance Minister and Executive Director of the World Bank)
- Liman Mansur (Director General of the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria)
- Maikanti Baru (Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation)
Other young trail-blazers include:
- Burna Boy, Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter
- Tom Kenyatta, film producer
- Kemi Badenoch, Member of Parliament for Saffron Walden, UK
- Bogolo Kenwendo, Cabinet Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry, in the Cabinet of Botswana
- Joana Mamombe, youngest female MP in Zimbabwe.
Speak to an International Alumni Ambassador
Our international alumni ambassadors are recent graduates who help support the next generation of international students. Based in cities across Nigeria, they can help answer any questions you may have about studying at university via our online chat platform, Unibuddy.
Kuwo
Graduated: 2016
Course: MSc Management
Current job title: Independent Consultant
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Progress
Graduated: 2021
Course: MA Media Practice for Development & Social Change
Current job title: Youth Worker
“My course was the perfect choice – it offered me the opportunity to learn how to use my platforms for social change.”
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Alumni network
We also have an alumni network based in Nigeria who can discuss with you their experiences of studying at Βι¶ΉΣ³». Find out more.
Role Models: 12 Βι¶ΉΣ³» Stories in Nigeria
Discover the stories of our Nigerian alumni who’ve enjoyed success after Βι¶ΉΣ³», as well as our connections with talented writers, academics and artists in Nigeria.
“Βι¶ΉΣ³» said inquire all the time, get to know more, learn more, don’t be afraid to say I was wrong. And I think that's an enormous asset” THABO MBEKI
Former President of South Africa
Image copyright, World Economic Forum/Eric Miller, CC BY-SA 2.0
Former President of South Africa
Image copyright, World Economic Forum/Eric Miller, CC BY-SA 2.0
Life at Βι¶ΉΣ³»
Situated on the edge of a national park and located just a few minutes away from one of the most vibrant cities in the UK, Βι¶ΉΣ³» has it all.
Support for international students
Βι¶ΉΣ³» has teams dedicated to helping you make the most of your time at university. They can provide:
- advice on immigration and applying for your visa
- support with finding accommodation
- welfare support
- help to improve your English language and writing skills.
- guidance with searching for part-time jobs
- recognition of your extra-curricular and voluntary achievements.
Spirit of Βι¶ΉΣ³» Award
The Spirit of Βι¶ΉΣ³» Award is our way of recognising your achievements at Βι¶ΉΣ³». It can help you:
- feel involved with life at Βι¶ΉΣ³»
- make friends and build a wider network while you're with us
- get a job after your studies by showcasing all your achievements to future employers.
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Food and culture
Brighton has various international supermarkets that sell African products. You can also buy international products from our weekly on-campus market or .
in town makes Nigerian delicacies with both takeaway and eat-in options.
Religion
We have a Muslim Student Centre and a Muslim prayer facility on campus, and there is a coptic church and two mosques in Brighton.
Email the Islamic Society at isoc@ussu.sussex.ac.uk if you are going to bring your children and you want to enrol them in a school that teaches Arabic.
There are numerous Orthodox and Protestant churches in Brighton, including a Catholic Church at the Meeting House and various student fellowships on campus. .
Clubs and societies
Choose from more than and Brighton, including:
- the , which matches new students with current students based on your interests and includes activities and trips
- the , where you take part in language exchange sessions and other activities
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Societies are a fantastic way of trying new experiences and making new friends. Browse the gallery for a taste of what’s on offer.
The Dog Walking Society frequently take trips across the local countryside (pictured before social distancing).
Βι¶ΉΣ³» is home to 40 sports clubs, with many represented on a national level.
Holi, organised by the South Asian Students’ Society, is one of the most popular activities on campus each year.
The Politics Society regularly hosts debates with key political figures.
Βι¶ΉΣ³» has a range of international societies. The Italian Society (pictured) go for trips to local Italian restaurants.
Βι¶ΉΣ³» has several performance societies where you can learn and showcase your dance and theatre skills (Swing Dance Society pictured).
Several musical societies, including the Folk Music Society (pictured) operate on campus.
Islamic Society (Isoc)
The Islamic Society is one of Βι¶ΉΣ³»’s most active societies, providing religious and social support services during your time at university.
The Islamic Society provides:
- free Iftar every day after sunset at the Muslim Student Centre
- Tarawih Prayer every day after Iftar
- breakfast at the Muslim Student Centre on the Eid following Ramadan.
“Βι¶ΉΣ³» is a prestigious institution which continually strives for improvement and greatness.” Goke Adeboye
Law LLB
Law LLB
Student testimonials
Watch Anu and Oluwamayowa talk about their experiences of studying at Βι¶ΉΣ³».
Get in touch
Talk to Tosin
Tosin Adebisi is our Nigeria expert based on campus.
Having worked with international students for several years, Tosin is ready to share his experiences with you and help you on your educational journey.
Email: west.africa@sussex.ac.uk
Telephone: +44 1273 876520
Unibuddy:
Ask a student
Want to find out more about student life? Chat to our students online via Unibuddy.
Meet us in Nigeria
Contact our Regional Office in Nigeria for free support, including help with your application and support with your visa.
Βι¶ΉΣ³»
FBA Suites, 2nd Floor, Plot 5 Chief Yesuf Abiodun Street (Off Ligali Ayorinde Street Opposite City of David Church)
Oniru, Victoria Island. Lagos, Nigeria
west.africa@sussex.ac.uk
+44 7833 968 921 (WhatsApp)
Contact us via WhatsApp
Our West Africa team of staff and international students are available to answer questions about student life, living in the UK and applying to Βι¶ΉΣ³» via WhatsApp.
See our schedule below and add our number to your contacts: +44 7342 050053.
WhatsApp operational times:
- Thursdays: 5pm–6pm (BST)/5pm–6pm (WAT).
We will not operate WhatsApp on minimum service days. These include national holidays and UK bank holidays.
Contact a Βι¶ΉΣ³» representative in Nigeria
Βι¶ΉΣ³» is represented by a number of professional agencies in Nigeria.
They can support you through the process of applying to university, providing advice and helping you with the preparation and submission of your documents.
We work closely with agents to ensure you receive detailed and accurate advice about coming to study at Βι¶ΉΣ³». Find out more about our work with agent partners and how you can provide feedback about an agent.
See our list of representatives in Nigeria below:
- Countrywide
- Abuja
Suite C01, J-Plus Plaza, 39 Jimmy Carter Street, Asokoro, Abuja
+234805506993
bineaeducation@gmail.com
Suite 206 (Second Floor), JINIFA Plaza, (Opposite Securities & Exchange Commission Office)
Muhammadu Buhari Way, Central Business District, FCT-Abuja
23498729252 | +2348068559860
abuja@daveabionconsulting.com
Representative: Mary Adejo (Branch Manager)ESCC Education
3rd Floor, IGI Building, No 3, Gwani St, Off Cape Town Street, Wuse Zone 4
09 2913317 | 0807453574 | 07042932504
info@nigeriaoffice.co.uk
Suite 301A DBM PLaza, Plot 1381-1383, Cadastral Zone A02 (opposite First Forty Hotel), Aminu Kano Crescent, Wuse 2, Abuja
+234 811-111-1054 | +234 809-393-8217
info.abj@tgmeducation.comGround Floor, 50 Adetokunbo Ademola Crescent, Osas & Oseji Building, Between UBA and H-Medix, Wuse 2, Abuja
+234 (0) 9-2906508
abuja@intake.education - Enugu
Suite B8, Bethel Plaza, Plot 36, Garden Avenue, Enugu, Enugu State
Telephone: +2347059193156/+2348035323765
enugu@intake.education - Ibadan
1st Floor, Ile Ori Detu, 1 Shell Close, Onireke Ibadan, Oyo State
Telephone: +2349037233489/+2348057126779
ibadan@intake.education - Ikeja
79, Allen Avenue (2nd Floor, Front Wing - 2nd SAMSUNG Building before UBA), Ikeja, Lagos.+2348062700622 | +2347055177000
info@daveabionconsulting.com
Representatives: Adewunmi Alawode and Kikelomo Sowunmi (NAVITAS)
Suite 28, Lagos Airport Hotel Shopping Arcade. 111, Obafemi Awolowo Road, Ikeja. Lagos
018962680, 07084042726, 07042932505
lagos@nigeriaoffice.co.uk
6, Ajoke Akinbame Close, off Unity Road By Mobolaji Bank Anthony Way, Ikeja Lagos
+234-803-3749866 | +234-808-2130337
nigeria.gn@sussex.ac.uk, global_eduserve@yahoo.co.uk, kenneth@globalnetworksedu.com
Representative: Kenneth Illalokhoin3rd Floor, 76 Opebi Road, Ikeja, Lagos
Telephone: +234 1 3429059
ikeja@intake.education - Kano
Suite 10A, JBS Plaza, No 375 Civic Centre Road, Kano, Nigeria
+234 8166575768
kano@intake.education - Port Harcourt
Mina Morrission Centre, 86 (Old 67), Olu Obasanjo Road (opposite First City Monument Bank)
Port Harcourt, Rivers State
+2348131086806, +2348186985996
PH@daveabionconsulting.com
Representative: Mr Anthony Eko (Branch Manager)45 Stadium Road, Port Harcourt, Rivers State
Telephone: +234 8116 709 992/+234 84 559610
ph@intake.education - Victoria Island
Plot 5, Imam Abib Adetoro Street, Off Ajose Adeogun Street, Victoria Island, Lagos
+2347033383220 | +2347058787704
vi@daveabionconsulting.com
Representative: Oni Bukola
1st Floor, 16, Karimu Kotun Street, opposite JMG, By Oko-Awo Junction, Victoria Island, Lagos
01 8962680 | 07084042726 | 07042932505
lagoslekki@nigeriaoffice.co.uk
Lagos Office:3rd Floor, Kobis Building, 18/20 Kudirat Abiola Way, Oregun, Lagos
+234 809-393-8207 | +234 809-393-8202
info@tgmeducation.comIntake Education, 2A Louis Solomon Close (street beside Silverbird Galleria), Victoria Island, Lagos
+234 1-2915972
vi@intake.education
Partnerships
We work closely with many Nigerian institutions, including academic colleagues at the University of Lagos.
Our collaboration with the University of Lagos involves staff/student mobility, and research and knowledge transfer.
We work closely with AIESEC Nigeria on youth empowerment initiatives, and collaborate with the and the on capacity building.