English and History
University of SussexCourse Overview
Pursue your ambitions in languages and area studies with the BA (Hons) English and History at University of Sussex. Based in Brighton, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. 94% of our research overall in English Language and Literature was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021) 4th in the UK for our research impact in History in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education) About the course Explore how literature and history have shaped our culture and society. You’re taught by literary experts and historians working in the field and taught to produce your own critical and creative response to the world. We offer a bold, forward-thinking curriculum that allows you to study a thousand years of literature in new and progressive w... 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 86% student satisfaction rating, 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 LEO data (HMRC tax records)
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Sussex
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £18,500 | £23,000 | £27,500 |
| 5 years | £24,000 | £29,000 | £35,000 |
UK subject average: £26,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £6,000 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH19-01-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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Student Satisfaction
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