History and International Relations BA (Hons) at University of Sussex

Programme overview

Examine how global systems, ideas and conflicts have evolved. Explore how power, culture and connection across time have shaped international relations. Understand today’s global challenges and their histories, building skills and experience for careers ranging from museums and media to international development.

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: Empires and Revolutions: The Birth of Today’s International Order, Introduction to International Relations, The Early Modern World, Short 20th Century, The Making of the Modern World, War in International Politics, Teaching. Year 2 core modules: Beyond Bankers and Billionaires: Global Capitalism from Below, Contemporary International Theory, Historical Consultancy, Engaged Public History.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: ABB-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 VL12.

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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