Pathway + Bachelor

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

UK

What will I learn?

**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**By combining American Studies and Film Studies, you’ll explore a wide range of interesting topics – from the birth of celebrity culture to contemporary Hollywood blockbusters.Studying the nation that has played a pivotal role in shaping the 20th and 21st centuries, you’ll understand the world we live in today. Watching a wide range of films, you’ll find out how cinema entertains, informs and influences its audiences. You’ll investigate global film cultures; question cinematic representations of gender, race and sexuality; and analyse popular genres.Our engaged and passionate tutors will guide you through each year of your degree. Specialist options allow you to tailor your degree to what inspires you most. Plus, by spending a year abroad, you’ll not only study America, but you’ll experience it too. We’re proud to have prestigious American partner institutions, including UC Berkeley and Georgetown.**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.

Which department am I in?

American Studies

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
£22,575.00 (24,59,686) per year
£22575 Per year

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2025

Venue

Main Site

Sussex House,

Undergraduate Admissions Falmer,

Brighton,

Brighton & Hove,

BN1 9RH, SOUTHERN ENGLAND, England

Entry requirements

For students from United States

You should have a broad range of GCSEs 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

Pathways options

Offered by other partners

This university accepts pathways courses from
  • University of Sussex ISC - Study Group UK
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About University of Sussex

In the vibrant coastal city of Brighton, Sussex offers a world-class education, real-world employability and an unforgettable student experience.

  • Ranked 26th in the UK (Times Higher Education 2024)
  • Outstanding research reputation & excellent job prospects
  • Continual investment in facilities & the student experience
  • Beautiful campus with a welcoming global community