LLB American Studies: University of Sussex

About the programme

There is a strong connection between the legal systems of the UK, the US federation and all but one of the individual states. Yet, while enjoying this similarity, their respective societies have developed marked differences, and this degree – available with or without a year spent at a North American university – gives you a real insight into the similarities and differences between different nations that share so much.

In addition to the core law courses and one of the finalyear law options, you take courses that give you an appreciation of North American history and culture.

Typical courses offered for American Studies include:

• America in the 20th Century;
• American Culture and Consumption;
• Civil War America;
• Foundations of America: 1492-1783;
• Foundations of America: 1783- 1877;
• Perspectives on North American Migration;
• The African-American Experience;
• The American South;
• Women in the Americas.

Entry requirments

• Typical A level offer: AAB.
• International Baccalaureate: 36 points overall.

English language requirements

• IELTS 6.5 overall and not less than 6.0 in both the Listening and Writing sections.
• Internet-based TOEFL with 90 overall, including at least 24 in Speaking and 25 in Writing.
• The University also accepts a range of other qualifications:
  • GCSE or IGCSE English as a first language: grade C.
  • GCSE English or IGCSE as a second language: grade B.
  • Cambridge Advanced Certificate in English (CAE): grade B.