Drama and Film Studies BA (Hons) at University of Sussex

Programme overview

Immerse yourself in fresh ideas and the latest discourse about film and theatre. Gain creativity and confidence through theory and hands-on production. Work with visiting artists, choreographers and playwrights to gain industry skills and prepare for your career, alongside opportunities to connect with leading arts organisations.

Duration: 3 years full time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Brighton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Analysing Film: Forms and Contexts B, European Cinema, Staging Plays, Analysing Film: Authorship and Genre B, Global Cinema, Making Performance, Teaching. Year 2 core modules: Contemporary Performance Project, Debates in Screen Documentary.

Career pathways

Studying Drama and Film Studies at Sussex, you’ll develop these qualities along with the skills and curiosity to prepare for your career. Our graduates have gone on to work with organisations such as The Young Vic, Munich Kammerspiele, BBC3, the National Theatre and the British Film Institute.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: BBB GCSEs: You should have a broad range of GCSEs 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects. Extended Project Qualification: We take the EPQ into account when considering your application and it can be useful in the summer when your results are released if you have narrowly missed the conditions of your offer. We do not routinely include the EPQ in the conditions of your offer but we sometimes offer alternative conditions that include the EPQ. If you wish to discuss this further please contact us English language: IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall, including at least 5.5 in each component. UCAS code WP43.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28) Source

International applicants: GBP 24,200 a year (2027/28) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full time

Apply through the official page: https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply

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