BSc Politics and Law (Cornwall) at University of Exeter

Explore politics and law together, gaining a deep understanding of how political systems and legal frameworks interact and shape the real world. Take part in debates, case studies, and interactive learning that will develop your presentation, communication, and problem-solving skills. Prepare for your future career with placements in law firms, government, and NGOs.

Duration: 3 years; 4 years with Industrial Placement  |  Study mode: full-time (variants: with Industrial Placement)  |  Intake: 2027 entry  |  Location: Exeter, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

BSc Politics and Law allows you to study both disciplines in equal measure, exploring how political processes and legal systems interact. Core modules cover constitutional and human rights law, criminal law, political theory, public policy, and comparative politics, while optional modules allow you to tailor your learning to specific interests. From the first week, you'll engage in experiential learning, tackling real-world problems through case studies, debates, immersive events, and group projects.

Career pathways

You will leave with a strong foundation in both politics and law, along with practical experience through placements and immersive learning. This combination prepares you for professional legal training, careers in government, public policy, or NGOs, or further study in law, political science, or related postgraduate programmes - in the UK or internationally. When it comes to securing a graduate-level position, we enjoy extremely good relations with members of the legal profession regionally, nationally and internationally.

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