Philosophy and English, BA (Hons)

Ranked 4th in the UK for research impact in Philosophy (REF 2021, Times Higher Education), with 94% of our English Language and Literature research rated world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021).Our Philosophy and English BA combines interrogation of thought and text, exploring how they are shaped by culture across historical and political contexts. Pursue your interests from a broad range of topics, experiment with creative writing supported by experts linked to the creative industries and events like the Placeholder poetry series and The Coast is Queer festival. Develop critical analysis, challenge and communication skills for diverse careers. At Sussex, our innovative courses, research, culture and campus—on a green site edging the South Downs National Park, near Brighton & Hove, Gatwick Airport and an hour from London—stimulate, excite and lead global contributions.