University of Sussex
Basil Spence & Partners (1960-61)


The original campus of Sussex University (founded in 1959) is characterised by a number of highly distinctive listed buildings, several at Grade I. Writing about the creation of the University in 1961, founding architect Spence said: "The whole precinct should have the 'sense of a university' and should, if possible, grow out of the soil of Sussex to become a natural part of this beautiful site". The University has been working in collaboration with Historic England, Brighton & Hove City Council and other local bodies, to ensure that our architectural legacy is not compromised as student numbers grow to 18,000. The University has worked with ADP architects for over fifteen years, from developing the masterplan to designing a number of new buildings for their campus.