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English at University of Sussex - UCAS

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2025 - 2026
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University of Sussex has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Course summary

94% of our research overall in English Language and Literature was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021) Top 100 in the world for English Language and Literature (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023) About the course Literature is powerful. Ever thought about how a book can change society? Studying English is a way of thinking about today’s world, including vital political issues such as race, climate, gender and sexuality. At Sussex, you’ll be taught by expert researchers with knowledge of literature through centuries of history and across the globe. You’ll explore a diverse range of texts and voices. In the School of Media, Arts and Humanities, you’ll become part of a friendly community of students and academics. On this course, you:

  • study big themes, periods and genres of literature
  • focus on individual authors in detail
  • take electives from other subjects – from video games to sustainability and social justice – to open your mind to other disciplines and tailor your degree to your interests
  • explore how literary criticism connects with other disciplines, such as philosophy or anthropology, and political movements, such as feminism, anti-colonialism and LGBTQ liberation.
You’ll also have the opportunity to experiment with your own writing, supported by our experts. They have links with the creative industries, as well as literary events such as the poetry series Placeholder and the festival The Coast is Queer. You’ll:
  • work with unique archive material from The Keep, including Virginia Woolf’s letters
  • go on field trips to locations such as Monk’s House and Shakespeare’s Globe
  • be encouraged to attend regular events for students and staff
  • have the opportunity to publish your work on our in-house typography press.
Brighton is a stimulating arts and media hub, and you’ll enjoy easy access to London. You’ll be in a great location for professional placement opportunities and career inspiration. When you graduate, you’ll have skills including critical analysis, written communication, independent thinking, self-motivation and problem-solving. About Sussex Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution. Location Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.

Modules

See the modules you will study by year by going to the 'view course details' link.

How to apply

29Jan

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
Q303
Institution code:
S90
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6Including at least 5.5 in each component. We accept IELTS One Skills Retake. We do not accept IELTS Online.
PTE Academic59Including at least 59 in all four skills. We do not accept the PTE Academic Online test.
TOEFL (iBT)80TOEFL (iBT), including at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking, 17 in Writing. We do not accept TOEFL (iBT) Home Edition.

Please see our English language requirements.

http://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/international-qualifications/english-language-requirements

Student Outcomes

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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
86%
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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9535 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9535 Year 1
Scotland £9535 Year 1
Wales £9535 Year 1
Channel Islands £9535 Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9535 Year 1
EU £22575 Year 1
International £22575 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

Note that your fees may be subject to an increase on an annual basis as the Government reviews the fee levels.
English at University of Sussex - UCAS