American Studies and History (with a study abroad year) BA (Hons) at University of Sussex

University of Sussex

United Kingdom, Brighton

University Rank:#278

The American Studies and History (with a study abroad year) BA (Hons) at University of Sussex is a Bachelor program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the university's main campus in Brighton, United Kingdom, the program is taught in English and takes 4 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. Tuition fees are USD 31,596 / year, with the next intake on September 1, 2026.

About American Studies and History (with a study abroad year) BA (Hons)

When you study American Studies and History at Sussex, you join a stimulating and collaborative community committed to interdisciplinarity.

You learn from leading experts about topics ranging from Civil War poetry to the history of the Civil Rights movement. You learn to think across disciplinary boundaries covering history, film, photography, literature and music.

Your year abroad in America enables you to gain a range of practical skills and experiences that will make you stand out as a graduate. We’re proud to have more prestigious American partner institutions – including UC Berkeley and Georgetown – than any other programme in England.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for American Studies and History (with a study abroad year) BA (Hons) at University of Sussex

Entry Requirements

Typical offer

32 points overall from the full IB Diploma.

English Requirements

PTEMin 59
IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 80

English Program Requirements

IELTS (Academic)

6.0 overall, including at least 5.5 in each component

Check your IELTS qualification meets all of our language requirements

Find out more about IELTS

IELTS scores are valid for two years from the test date. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course.

We accept IELTS One Skills Retake.

We do not accept IELTS Online.

Career Opportunities after Completing American Studies and History (with a study abroad year) BA (Hons)

Careers

By thinking critically across disciplines, you learn a broad range of analytical and communication skills. These will be enhanced on your year abroad where you’ll gain invaluable cultural and social perspectives. As a result, you will be in demand in fields such as:

journalism and marketing
TV and film production
finance and industry.

Graduate destinations

Our recent American Studies graduates have started work as:

Junior Account Executive, Alexandra Public Relations
Fundraising and Social Media Officer, St Michael’s Fellowship
Education Co-ordinator, Whitechapel Gallery

(School of Media, Arts and Humanities careers database)

Working while you study

Our Careers and Entrepreneurship team can help you find part-time work while you study. Find out more about career development and part-time work

Fee Information

22575

Tuition Fee

31,596 / year

American Studies and History (with a study abroad year) BA (Hons) at University of Sussex

University of Sussex

United Kingdom, Brighton