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University of Sussex

Film Studies

Brighton and Hove, England, United Kingdom · UCAS P300

Level
Bachelor
Duration
3 years
Campus
Main Site
Intl. Tuition
£23,500 (Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published)
Home Tuition
£10,050 (regulated maximum, 2027-28)
Intake
September 2027
UCAS code
P300

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Course Overview

The university hasn't published a course summary we can show here. See the course page on the university's website for full details.

Career snapshot (indicative)

Film graduates work in production, scriptwriting, directing, editing and distribution across broadcasting, streaming platforms, independent film and advertising. Many begin careers in junior production, runners or assistant roles before specialising.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Student life (indicative)

This city offers a solid and affordable UK student lifestyle — a good mix of pubs, cafés, local culture and student events. A welcoming community with everything a student needs close to campus.

The University at a Glance

Student Population
17,290
Staff Ratio
15.0:1
International
25.0%

Career Prospects

Employment Rate
70.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£30,020
First-year earnings
Placement Year
Available
Work experience option

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition
£23,500
per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page
Home Tuition
£10,050
per year, regulated maximum, 2027-28 Official fee page

City & Location

Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.

Entry Requirements

Subject areas covered

  • Screenwriting
  • Media studies
  • Film studies

Source: UCAS course listing, 2027 entry (retrieved September 2026). Always confirm the current requirements with the university.

Assessment Methods

We don't have assessment details for this course yet. Check the university's course page.

Campus & City Life

Student Population
17,290
Total students
Staff Ratio
15:1
Students per staff
International Students
25%
Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size
Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Mild coastal
Safety Index (indicative)
7.5/10
Transport
Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Global / diverse | Coastal lifestyle

Student Life & City (indicative)

  • This city offers a solid and affordable UK student lifestyle — a good mix of pubs, cafés, local culture and student events.
  • A welcoming community with everything a student needs close to campus.

What Students Love

  • Thriving student social scene
  • Active pub & club scene
  • Great café culture
  • Parks & green spaces

University Stats

Total Students17,290
Student-to-Staff Ratio15:1
International Students25%
Safety Index (indicative)7.5/10

Career & Outcomes

Graduate Employment
70%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£30,020
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
Available
Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)

  • Film graduates work in production, scriptwriting, directing, editing and distribution across broadcasting, streaming platforms, independent film and advertising.
  • Many begin careers in junior production, runners or assistant roles before specialising.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Top Industries for Graduates

  • Media
  • Science
  • Social Sciences

Study Abroad Opportunities

Y

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition
£23,500
per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page
Home Tuition
£10,050
per year, regulated maximum, 2027-28 Official fee page

Overall Cost of Living (indicative)

Moderate

This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.

Estimated Annual Costs

Tuition (International)£23,500per year, Fee 2026-27 · 2027-28 not yet published Official fee page
Tuition (Home)£10,050per year, regulated maximum, 2027-28 Official fee page

Monthly Student Budget (indicative)

Housing£647/mo
Food & Groceries£240/mo
Transport£71/mo
Estimated Monthly Total£1,121
Annual living costs£13,461/yr

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