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BA Politics and Modern Languages at University of Exeter

University of Exeter, United Kingdom

Programme overview

You’ll gain a sound knowledge of the four principal areas of politics: political thought, international relations, comparative government, and public policy You’ll develop strong written and spoken skills in your modern language whilst gaining an understanding of other cultures Option to spend your third year studying or working abroad in a country where you can develop your chosen language. Students studying beginners languages are required to study the 4-year “with International Placement

Duration: 4 years; 3 years BA Politics and Modern Languages (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time (variants: BA Politics and Modern Languages (3 years))  |  Intake: 2027 entry  |  Location: Exeter, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The degree is made up of compulsory and optional modules, which are worth 15 or 30 credits each. Full-time undergraduate students need to complete modules worth a total of 120 credits each year. You will take half your credits in Politics and the remaining credits in your chosen language. Students studying beginners languages must take the 4-year “with International Placement” course. - Alongside your main degree you may be eligible (depending on your course) to choose modules from another subject to broaden your skills and interests.

Career pathways

The broad range of transferable skills gained on a International Relations and Modern Languages degree enable graduates to pursue further study or employment in a wide range of careers including:

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Entry requirements

UCAS code LR07, LR06. Typical offer: A-Level: AAB-ABB; IB: 34/665-32/655; BTEC: DDD-DDM A-Level: AAB-ABB (Dependent on language level chosen (see below)). IB: 34/665-32/655 (Dependent on language level chosen (see below)). BTEC: DDD-DDM (Dependent on language level chosen (see below)). GCSE: C or 4 (English Language). Access to HE: 24 L3 Credits at Distinction Grade and 21 L3 credits at Merit Grade. (Dependent on language level chosen (see below)). T-Level: Distinction (Dependent on language level chosen (see below), GCE A-Level in a Modern Foreign Language may also be required.). English language: Profile B1 (international applicants)

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28) Source

International applicants: GBP 25,700 a year (2027/28) Source

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: 4 years; 3 years BA Politics and Modern Languages (3 years)

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