American Studies (with a study abroad year)
University of SussexCourse Overview
Pursue your ambitions in languages and area studies with the BA (Hons) American Studies (with a study abroad year) at University of Sussex. Based in Brighton, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. 2nd in the UK for American Studies (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024) 3rd in the UK for American Studies (Complete University Guide 2025) About the course Intrigued by American culture, politics and history? Fascinated by the many facets of modern North American culture, including literature, film, popular culture and art? On this course, you’ll learn from one of the largest groups of academics dedicated to American Studies in the UK. International tuition fees are £23,500 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 92% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £26,500 within three years, a 100% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | ABB You should have a broad range of GCSEs 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects. |
| International Baccalaureate | 32 points |
| UCAS Points | 128 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£23,500
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Sussex
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £24,000 | £25,000 | £27,000 |
| 3 years | £22,500 | £26,500 | £31,500 |
| 5 years | £28,000 | £33,000 | £41,000 |
UK subject average: £25,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £6,500 from year 3 to year 5
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