The BA Politics with Employment Experience at the University of Exeter equips you to critically analyse the complex forces shaping global and domestic affairs. You will delve into core areas such as political thought, international relations, comparative government, and public policy, developing a nuanced understanding of governance, power, and societal change. This undergraduate degree is ideal for students keen to understand the mechanisms of political systems and their impact, preparing you for a future where informed political insight is increasingly vital across diverse professional fields.
This full-time, on-campus degree is studied over four years, including a dedicated employment experience year. You will engage with compulsory modules covering critical skills, classical and modern political thought, comparative politics, and global governance, alongside a wide array of optional subjects to tailor your studies. The programme culminates in a dissertation and a final-year module on the futures of politics. You will graduate with a strong academic foundation and practical experience, ready for careers in public service, policy analysis, international organisations, or the private sector.