Free lunches for new students

Find out how you can enjoy free lunches for your first term at Sussex if you’re a new Undergraduate student from a lower income household.

Students dine at Eat Central

Lunch is on us

University is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, but we know managing your money can be a challenge.

That’s why we’re providing free lunches for new UK Undergraduate students joining us in Autumn 2026 who come from a family income background of less than £35,000.

If eligible, you can enjoy the Sussex Saver meal (served in Eat Central) for free on each weekday of your first term at Sussex.

The offer starts from Monday 28 September 2026 subject to validation of eligibility. 

To receive this offer, your household income must be validated by , or . 

Settle into Sussex life by dining with new friends or taking some time for yourself after class. 

New home Undergraduate students who qualify for free lunches will also receive the Sussex Bursary.

How to claim your free lunch

Follow these steps to get the Sussex Saver for free, if you’re eligible:

  1. Download the Time2Eat app

    Once you’ve enrolled at the ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ and activated your Sussex email account, download the . 

  2. Sign in

    Sign in to the app using your Sussex email address and the password provided in your welcome information. When prompted, enter the access code ‘sussex’. 

  3. Check your credit

    After you’ve signed in to the app, your £150 lunch credit will be available. You can use this credit to purchase the Sussex Saver meal every weekday in your first term (Autumn 2026).

  4. Pay for your food

    Show the QR code in your wallet in the Time2Eat app to a member of staff behind the Sussex Saver counter in Eat Central. Your lunch credit will then be deducted from your purchase.

  5. Enjoy your meal!

There are plenty of other food and drink options around campus, from fresh veggie bowls to deli sandwiches.

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