History and Philosophy BA (Hons) at University of Sussex

Programme overview

Explore universal questions about human behaviour and its impact on society at key historical moments. Develop critical, creative thinking skills. Prepare for your career and develop practical skills in analysis, communication and collaboration through working on real projects with live briefs.

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: Reason and Argument, The Early Modern World, Truth and Morality, Science & Religion, The Making of the Modern World, Teaching. Year 2 core modules: Historical Consultancy, Engaged Public History.

Career pathways

Through this hands-on approach, you’ll develop essential strengths in analysis, communication, collaboration, empathy and imagination. You’ll learn to communicate compelling historical narratives in a range of formats. This could include documentaries, podcasts and digital media. When you graduate, you’ll be well prepared for careers in media, policy, education, heritage and beyond.

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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 VV15.

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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