Overview
This career-oriented programme develops skills and knowledge with application across business, management, politics and policymaking
On the programme you will learn from experienced experts about how to navigate the pressing real-world challenges confronting industries and governments today
Key issues you will tackle include climate change, new technologies, geopolitical shifts, corporate governance, social inequalities and the future of work
You will learn practical strategies and techniques for leading and managing in a rapidly changing world where politics and business shape each other in new ways
Choose your own path through a range of employability-focused modules in areas like political economy, project management, marketing strategy and public policy
Benefit from a small-scale learning environment at our beautiful campus in Cornwall, a centre for some of the UKs most cutting-edge companies and future industries.

Course content
Our BSc Politics and Management at the University of Exeters Penryn Campus in Cornwall is designed to equip students with the critical knowledge needed to navigate the intersection of business, politics, and policymaking. As global challenges such as political upheaval, geopolitical instability, climate change, and economic transformation intensify, it is crucial for business leaders to understand political processes and for policymakers to grasp the dynamics of business management. Through this interdisciplinary programme, students will explore how political and economic shifts around industrial policy, sustainability, and corporate governance impact business and government alike.

The course offers a balanced blend of theoretical insight and practical experience, aimed at fostering employability across a wide range of professional contexts, including government, NGOs, consultancy, and public relations. The curriculum integrates core topics such as public policy, project management, political communication, and business strategy, allowing students to specialise in areas like environmental sustainability, digitalisation, political psychology, and organisational leadership. Additionally, students can gain real-world experience through work placements and professional development modules, enhancing their practical skills and career readiness.

Delivered exclusively at our Penryn Campus (Cornwall), this programme benefits from the campus's focus on innovation, sustainability, and interdisciplinary research. Students will engage with key themes such as environmental governance, social entrepreneurship, and workplace democracy, drawing on the latest research to address pressing issues. The programmes unique setting in Cornwall offers a dynamic and supportive learning environment, while the small student community fosters close interaction with academic staff, allowing students to actively debate and refine their ideas.

Career paths
The University has an excellent reputation with graduate recruiters and our graduates compete very successfully in the employment market.