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University of Sussex

sussex.ac.ukUniversities, United Kingdom

Measured 26 Oct 2026, published 26 Oct 2026.

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Visibility this week

2.0%No change shown: First published reading, so there is nothing to compare against yet.

Named in 10 of 491 eligible answers.

28th of 30new

First published reading, so there is nothing to compare against yet.

Named in 10 eligible answers this week

Change over time

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University of SussexCategory average

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Measured	University of Sussex	Category average	Rank
26 Oct 2026	2.0%	5.0%	28th

What the results show

The scan of 26 Oct 2026, read plainly. Every figure here appears elsewhere on this page; nothing is estimated.

University of Sussex was named in 10 of 491 eligible AI answers to 179 universities questions in the scan of 26 Oct 2026: a visibility of 2.0%. It ranks 28th of 30 companies measured. This is its first published reading, so there is no change to show yet. The category average is 5.0%, so University of Sussex sits 3.0 pp below it.

By engine, University of Sussex is strongest on ChatGPT (2.2%, named in 4 of 179 answers) and weakest on Google AI Mode (1.7%). It is above the category average on 0 of 3 engines.

It appears in answers to 9 of 179 questions. Where it is absent, other measured companies are named instead, most often University of Bristol.

By engine

Each engine was asked the same questions. The company against the category average on each engine, on one scale.

ChatGPT
Named in 4 of 179 answers · most visible: University of Bristol, 15.6%
University of Sussex: 2.2%
Category average: 6.5%

The questions

Which of the 179 questions the engines named University of Sussex for, and which they answered with other companies instead.

Where University of Sussex is named

Named in answers to 9 of 179 questions this week. Most often:

What UK universities offer undergraduate psychology courses, and how do their different areas of focus compare?
Course and subject fitNamed in 2 of 3 answers · 2 of 3 engines
Can you suggest UK universities to compare for senior management roles, focusing on fair contracts and ongoing professional development?
University employmentNamed in 1 of 3 answers · 1 of 3 engines

Recorded answers

A sample of the answers collected in this scan, with the engine, the capture time, who was named and what was cited.

Showing 10 of 10 recorded answers in this sample.

ChatGPTCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:00 UTC
“Which UK universities have multiple start dates for part-time online or distance courses, giving working adults flexibility over when they begin?”
… study where a more frequent intake schedule and a manageable workload are priorities. Official source: Benefits of online learning/ [study-online.sussex.ac.uk](https://study-online.sussex.ac.uk/online-learning --- ## 6\. De Montfort University Its distance-learning portfolio includes courses with multiple start dates throughout the year and flexible payment arrangements on many programmes. Best for: people looking for subject-specific distance-learning qualifications, particularly professional and career-development courses. Official …
University of Sussex namedStudy modes and flexibility
Also named: University of York
Google AI OverviewsCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:00 UTC
“Which UK universities offer exchange, joint-degree or dual-award options for international applicants, and what should I compare when shortlisting these programmes?”
… Various Global Transnational (TNE) Partners Telecommunications, Law, and Biomedical Sciences featuring a shared "flying faculty" teaching structure. University of Sussex Dual Degree Luiss University (Italy) Dual Master’s in International Relations, Security, and Development conferring two independent diplomas. University of Glasgow Dual Master's Universitas Gadjah Mada (Indonesia) Collaborative STEM and …
University of Sussex namedInternational study
Also named: University of Portsmouth, University of Warwick, Queen Mary University of London, University of Glasgow
Google AI ModeCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:00 UTC
“Can you suggest UK universities to compare for senior management roles, focusing on fair contracts and ongoing professional development?”
… transparent staff feedback mechanisms, and comprehensive Level 7 senior leadership pathways.[[1]](https://www.staffnet.manchester.ac.uk/news/display/ - University of Sussex — Noted for clear grading and progression structures for senior professional services and academic leadership grades, alongside tailored internal strategic development workshops.[[1]](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/organisational-development/leadership-management/development) - University of Edinburgh — Features comprehensive governance frameworks, explicit commitments to fair employment charters, and structured leadership …
University of Sussex namedUniversity employment
Also named: University of Leeds, University of Manchester, University of Edinburgh
ChatGPTCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:02 UTC
“Which UK universities offer undergraduate courses that combine biology with environmental conservation, and what options should I compare?”
… shortlist These give you a wider choice of course styles, locations and entry requirements. University and course Why compare it? -------- -------- University of Sussex — BSc Ecology and Conservation Ecology, evolutionary biology and species conservation. Typical offer ABB–BBB. [www.sussex.ac.uk](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/courses/ecology-and-conservation-bsc-hons Imperial College London — [BSc Ecology and Environmental …
University of Sussex namedCourse and subject fit
Also named: University of Exeter, London and South East University Group, University of York, University of Leeds, Imperial College London
Google AI OverviewsCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:02 UTC
“What UK universities offer undergraduate psychology courses, and how do their different areas of focus compare?”
… BSc programs spanning developmental, social, and cognitive branches.[[1]](https://gostudyin.com/study-in-uk/study-guides/best-psychology-courses-uk/) - University of Sussex & University of Brighton: Offer specialized routes such as Psychology with Clinical Approaches , blending core scientific training with mental health applications.[[1]](https://discoveruni.gov.uk/v2/widget/10000886/L1EG004FUU/FullTime/en)[[2]](https://discoveruni.gov.uk/v2/widget/10007806/54201/FullTime/en)[[3]](https://discoveruni.gov.uk/v2/widget/10007806/56068/FullTime/en) --- ### Comparison of Areas of Focus …
University of Sussex namedCourse and subject fit
Also named: University of Cambridge, University of Oxford, University College London, King's College London, London School of Economics and Political Science, University of Exeter, University of Bath, University of Southampton
Google AI ModeCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:00 UTC
“Where should I look in the UK for a humanities PhD with engaged supervisors and an active research community?”
… of Arts, Humanities and Cultures): Known for active research groups, regular department-wide graduate conferences, and well-supported funding pathways. - University of Sussex (School of Media, Arts and Humanities): Historically recognized for a close-knit, politically and theoretically engaged culture, interdisciplinary working groups, and a strong emphasis on peer presentation.[[1]](https://www.ids.ac.uk/learn-at-ids/phd-by-research/) - Goldsmiths, University of London:** Ideal for contemporary, critical, cultural, and creative humanities; features intense workshop culture, …
University of Sussex namedResearch degrees and academic research
Also named: Durham University, University of Manchester, University of Leeds
- humanities.manchester.ac.uk
- ids.ac.uk
ChatGPTCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:02 UTC
“Which UK universities have undergraduate programmes that bring computing together with subjects such as media, music or design?”
… www.gold.ac.uk …
University of Sussex namedCourse and subject fit
Also named: University College London
ChatGPTCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:00 UTC
“Which UK universities are worth considering for international students seeking flexible study options, and what practical details should I compare?”
For international students looking at UK universities, I’d focus on institutions that offer flexible modes of study, clear international-student support, transparent total costs, and qualifications that fit your career goals\. Flexibility can mean different things: studying online from your home country, attending part-time while working, choosing evening or weekend classes, taking a blended course, or starting in different months of the year. Not every university offers all of these, and flexibility can differ substantially between courses at the same institution. ## UK universities …
University of Sussex not namedInternational study
Also named: The Open University, Queen Mary University of London, University of York
Google AI OverviewsCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:00 UTC
“Can you suggest UK universities to compare for senior management roles, focusing on fair contracts and ongoing professional development?”
When evaluating UK universities for senior management and professional services leadership roles, finding institutions that prioritize fair contracts, low casualization, robust employee experience, and structured professional development is essential.[[1]](https://www.lboro.ac.uk/internal/news/2025/march/top-unis-employee-experience/)[[2]](https://advance-he.org/knowledge-hub/managers-and-academics-centralising-sector-new-staffing-patterns-uk-higher-education/)The higher education sector frequently faces challenges regarding workload and institutional trust. However, specific …
University of Sussex not namedUniversity employment
Also named: Loughborough University, University of Oxford, University of Warwick, University of Manchester, University of Nottingham
Google AI ModeCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:00 UTC
“Please suggest UK universities or research institutes for a lab-based PhD where I can assess research facilities, group culture and supervision quality.”
When looking for a lab-based PhD in the UK where you can tangibly evaluate facilities, group culture, and supervision quality, your best targets are major research-intensive universities (often part of the Russell Group) and dedicated independent research institutes . These institutions typically have structured Doctoral Training Partnerships (DTPs), transparent feedback mechanisms, and high concentrations of well-funded labs. Here is a breakdown of top-tier UK institutions renowned for world-class lab infrastructure, alongside practical strategies to evaluate their culture and supervision …
University of Sussex not namedResearch degrees and academic research
Also named: University of Cambridge, University of Oxford, Imperial College London, University College London, University of Manchester

Passages are the part of each answer around the mention, or the opening where the company is absent. Times are when the answer was collected.

Sources and citations

Where the answers that named the company pointed. A citation is a link the engine showed; it is not an endorsement.

6 of the 10 answers naming University of Sussex linked to its own website (60%). A citation is a link in the answer; it is recorded where the engine showed one.

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coventry.ac.uk3
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Measured against the same questions

The most visible companies in the industry and the companies either side of this one, this week.

Against the 29 other companies measured, University of Sussex ranks 28th. University of Manchester is the most visible at 11.0%, 9.0 pp ahead. University of Liverpool (2.6%) sits just above it and London and South East University Group (1.8%) just below.

Competitors measured against the same questions, with University of Sussex in position
#	Company	Visibility	Change
1	University of Manchester	11.0%, 54 of 491 eligible answers	No change shown: First published reading, so there is nothing to compare against yet.
2	University of Bristol

Vantage | University of Sussex in universities, 28th of 30, UK | Tilio