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Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Liberal Arts course at University of Sussex.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
A,A,B
You should have a broad range of GCSEs 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects.
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at University of Sussex. These students are taking Liberal Arts or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Literature | B |
| Sociology | A |
| Government and Politics | A |
| History | B |
| Classical Civilisation | C |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: V0L0
Here's what University of Sussex says about its Liberal Arts course.
About the course
Liberal Arts at Sussex is an evolution of the arts, humanities and social sciences into a new kind of degree. If you want to study the subjects you enjoy with focus and direction, and if you want a hands-on degree that will help you make a difference in the world, this BA is for you.
During your studies, you’ll:
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experience the world from multiple perspectives
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engage with big ideas and real-life challenges
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develop life, work and creative skills
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work with industrial partners and get involved with the community
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take electives from other subjects – from business to law and modern languages – to open your mind to other disciplines and tailor your degree to your interests.
How can we spot fake news? What is the future of democracy? How do we tackle climate change? Our goal is to empower you – the next generation of communicators, creators and culture-shapers – to find solutions to complex questions and global challenges, thinking across disciplinary boundaries. That’s why we teach all our modules using expertise from a wide range of subjects at Sussex. We bring different kinds of knowledge into the room to address issues that affect us all.
You’ll graduate with a multitude of passions, experiences, interests and skills – and a qualification for the future.
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.
Source: University of Sussex
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Department
American Studies
Location
Main Site | Brighton
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Liberal arts
Start date
September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year |
| Wales | £9,535 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| EU | £23,500 per year |
| International | £23,500 per year |
The modules you will study
See the modules you will study by year by going to the 'view course details' link.
University of Sussex student reviews
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1st year student
1 year ago
Two stars: Could be better
1st year student
1 year ago
Not really a social being
1st year student
1 year ago
Accommodation is quite expensive in this region and the need for a guarantor adds another expense.
1st year student
1 year ago
As an international student, i have had a pleasant experience with the staff members especially with the academic advisor team
1st year student
1 year ago
Ancient and not really modern
1st year student
1 year ago
The modules on my course have been carefully chosen to reflect the current movement and actualities within the financial industry
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Sussex
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from University of Sussex students who took the Liberal Arts course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
86%
low
Teaching on my course
86%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
64%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
93%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
86%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
100%
high
Learning opportunities
83%
med
Learning opportunities
83%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
100%
high
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
79%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
86%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
64%
low
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
86%
high
Assessment and feedback
69%
low
Assessment and feedback
69%
low
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
79%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
93%
high
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
57%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
57%
low
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
57%
low
Academic support
79%
low
Academic support
79%
low
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
71%
low
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
86%
med
Organisation and management
57%
low
Organisation and management
57%
low
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
71%
low
How well organised is your course?
43%
low
Learning resources
86%
low
Learning resources
86%
low
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
85%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
93%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
79%
low
Student voice
86%
high
Student voice
86%
high
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
71%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
100%
high
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
86%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
75%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
100%
high
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
57%
low
Student information
See who's studying at University of Sussex. These students are taking Liberal Arts or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
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Earnings after graduation
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