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English and Media Studies - BA (Hons)

University of Sussex

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University of Sussex

Course options

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary


8th in the UK for our research outputs in Communications, Cultural and Media Studies in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education)


94% of our research overall in English Language and Literature was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)


=16th in the UK for Communications and Media Studies (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023)


About the course

Explore how literature and the media shape our culture and society. At Sussex, you examine the relationship between literary work and other cultural forms, and analyse different media.You’re taught by researchers who produce documentaries, films and books. You can shape your studies according to your interests and will be taught to produce your own critical and creative response to the world. We offer a bold, forward-thinking curriculum that allows you to study 1,000 years of literature in new and progressive ways. Our teaching has involved:- working with unique archives such as the private letters of Virginia Woolf and Doris Lessing- field trips to literary landmarks such as Woolf’s house and the Globe Theatre.We encourage you to experiment with writing and understand its ability to transform the world we live in. You’ll be 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. Brighton is one of the UK’s fastest growing hubs for digital and creative media – perfect for your work experience and career opportunities.


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.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

Tuition fees

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£ 27,300per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

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University information

University of Sussex

University of Sussex

University of Sussex

  • University League Table

    36th

  • Campus address

    University of Sussex, Sussex House, Falmer, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 9RH, United Kingdom

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At Sussex, fresh thinking and international perspectives fuel teaching that matters, helping you thrive in careers anywhere in the world.
A diverse, supportive and inclusive community: at Sussex, you can explore, question and develop as an individual and meet people who will inspire you.
Sussex’s world-leading research underpins your education, meaning that what you learn is at the cutting edge of current knowledge.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Communication & Media Studies

    26th out of 92 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 198
    116 59%

    36th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    63.0 63%

    54th

    4

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.07 77%

    74th

    29

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