The BA International Business and Modern Languages with Year Abroad at the University of Exeter is your gateway to understanding and navigating the complexities of the global marketplace. This undergraduate degree is ideal for ambitious students eager to combine sharp commercial acumen with advanced linguistic proficiency in Chinese, French, German, or Spanish. You will develop essential intercultural communication skills and a deep appreciation for international business contexts, preparing you for a dynamic career in a world where cross-cultural understanding is paramount. This programme offers a unique blend of rigorous business theory and practical language application.
You will study this full-time, four-year programme on campus, immersing yourself in core business modules such as International Business and Organisational Behaviour, alongside comprehensive language training. Your third year provides an invaluable opportunity to undertake a year abroad, gaining firsthand experience of another culture and language. Throughout your studies, you will select optional modules to tailor your learning, culminating in a final-year dissertation. You will graduate with a versatile skill set, ready for diverse roles in international trade, diplomacy, marketing, and management across the globe.