English and History BA (Hons) at University of Sussex

Programme overview

Learn to understand the past and clearly write, argue and express ideas. Explore writing and history as part of our vibrant, supportive community. Graduate ready to hit the ground running in careers in heritage, archives, museums, education, policy, research and public history.

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: Burning to Read, The Early Modern World, The Making of the Modern World, World Making, Teaching. Year 2 core modules: Historical Consultancy, Engaged Public History.

Career pathways

When you graduate, you’ll have the critical thinking, research and communication skills employers are looking for. You’ll be well prepared for careers in fields such as publishing, heritage, media, law, education, policy and the creative industries.

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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 QV31.

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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