Art History

University of Sussex
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 3 Years HistoryHistory of art

A-Level Entry

ABB

Avg. Graduate Salary

£24,500

About this course

97% of our research overall in Art and Design: History, Practice and Theory was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)

7th in the UK for History of Art (The Guardian University Guide 2024)

8th in the UK for History of Art, Architecture and Design (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024)

About the course

Art has the power to challenge society today. This course is for you if you’re curious to explore the cultural, political, social and economic significance of art.

From philosophy to psychology and modern languages, you take electives from other subjects to open your mind to other disciplines and tailor your degree to your interests. During your degree, you can choose to:

  • discover art’s relationship with feminism, queer studies, empire and postcolonialism, criticism and the media

  • join the Art Society to share your interest in art, collaborate and be inspired.

    Just outside Brighton and close to London, the University is brilliantly located for the arts. Our facilities include The Keep and the Attenborough Centre for the Creative Arts. You’ll benefit from our connections with a wide range of museums, galleries and collections. Our research informs exhibitions at museums and galleries such as:

  • Tate

  • the Metropolitan Museum of Art

  • the Science Museum.

    When you graduate, you’ll have the analytic and practical skills needed for work in the cultural, creative and academic sectors. You’ll be prepared for a range of careers in fields including writing, teaching, management and marketing.

    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.

  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades ABB
    Scottish Higher AABBB
    BTEC DDD

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    3412 Authors, writers and translators
    2435 Professional/Chartered company secretaries
    2434 Business and related research professionals
    2472 Archivists, conservators and curators
    4112 Local government administrative occupations
    4214 Company secretaries and administrators

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Brighton
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    History, History of art
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £24,500