University of Sussex

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

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Course overview

Develop skills to understand today’s vital political issues through the lens of the world’s most influential nation. Gain real-world international experience.

Key highlights

  • Study vital political issues through the lens of the United States
  • Includes a study abroad year for real-world international experience

Entry requirements

  • A-level: ABB-BBB — Typical offer: ABB-BBB
  • GCSE — You should have a broad range of GCSEs 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects
  • Other qualification — Extended Project Qualification: We take the EPQ into account when considering your application and it can be useful in the summer when your results are released if you have narrowly missed the conditions of your offer. We do not routinely include the EPQ in the conditions of your offer but we sometimes offer alternative conditions that include the EPQ. If you wish to discuss this further please c…

Scholarships

  • Chancellor's International Scholarships

    £5,000 in the first year of full-time study.

    Up to £5,000

  • Gazelle Twin Scholarship for Women in Music Technology

    £500 each year of study. The opportunity to organise an annual student music event.

    Up to £500

  • Professor Colin Eaborn Chemistry Scholarship

    Up to £2,000 for BSc students, up to £3,000 for MChem students.

  • Sanctuary Scholarship (Undergraduate)

Careers this course leads to

  • Political researcher
  • Policy analyst
  • Parliamentary assistant
  • Journalist
  • Public affairs consultant
  • Civil servant

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,535 per year | International: £23,500 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Sussex, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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