Politics and Modern Languages

Overview

Throughout the Politics and Modern Languages programme at The University of Exeter , you will have developed strong language skills and have gained a deeper understanding of another culture by spending your third year studying abroad

• Our broad range of optional modules in your second and third years gives you the flexibility to tailor your degree to your interests and career ambitions

• Get involved with the Politics and various Language student societies, make friends, attend socials and seminars and hear from guest speakers

• Get ready for your future career by developing a range of skills valued by a wide range of employers from the media to teaching and the public, private and charity sectors

Career opportunities:

Combining Politics with a Modern Language will not only develop your understanding of complex political and cultural issues but you will also graduate with language skills that are particularly valued by a wide range of employers within finance, law, the media as well as the business and public sectors. Alongside this you will gain a range of academic and professional skills including:

• Analytical, critical and independent thinking

• Independent research

• Discussion and group work

• Written and verbal communication

• Articulating ideas and arguments

• Organising, planning and time management

• Assertiveness and enterprise

• Commercial awareness

• Communication and leadership