English and History, BA (Hons)

At the University of Sussex, 94% of our English Language and Literature research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021), while our History research ranks 4th in the UK for impact (Times Higher Education). This course explores how literature and history have influenced culture and society, guided by expert tutors who encourage critical and creative responses. Our innovative curriculum spans a thousand years of literature, fostering experimentation in writing and engagement with transformative ideas. Students benefit from passionate instruction, links to creative industries, and access to special collections at The Keep, including archives of Virginia Woolf, Rudyard Kipling, and the Mass Observation Archive.Sussex is renowned for stimulating courses, research, and a vibrant campus that drives innovation across science, policy, and society. Located on a green site near the South Downs National Park and Brighton & Hove, with easy access to Gatwick Airport and London, it offers an inspiring environment for academic and personal growth.