Creative Industries BA (Hons) BA (Hons) BA (Hons)

**About the course**<br/><br/>Performing arts, music, film, festivals and publishing – the creative industries are a diverse and growing sector. On this BA, you’ll find out what the creative industries are. In addition, you’ll also learn to produce successful arts events, and to think imaginatively about building sustainable and inclusive futures for the cultural sector.<br/><br/>This course is developed and delivered with our industry partner and England’s largest arts festival, Brighton Dome & Brighton Festival. This means that the BA pairs practical experience with critical and imaginative thinking about pressing issues shaping the sector today: How does culture work? How is it funded? How can the creative industries respond to the climate crisis? What does new technology such as artificial intelligence (AI) mean for cultural production?<br/><br/>During your studies, you’ll:<br/><br/><br/>- gain industry knowledge and experience from working with our industry partner, Brighton Dome & Brighton Festival<br/><br/><br/>- develop crossdisciplinary skills and knowledge in the arts and humanities<br/><br/><br/>- learn how to use digital tools and platforms used in the sector<br/><br/><br/>- benefit from our facilities including the Attenborough Centre for the Creative Arts<br/><br/><br/>- take electives from other subjects – from philosophy to law and modern languages – to open your mind to other disciplines and tailor your degree to your interests<br/><br/><br/>- have the opportunity to apply to study abroad or go on an optional placement.<br/><br/><br/>When you graduate, you’ll have knowledge and experience of all aspects of creative production – from finding funding to supporting artists. And Brighton, with easy access to London, is an ideal place for starting your career.<br/><br/>**About Sussex**<br/><br/>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, youll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.<br/><br/>**Location**<br/><br/>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.