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Emily Boyle, BA Politics and International Relations (2022)
'Be bold, curious and try to learn from as many people as you can.'
Edward Bayfield, BA Politics and International Relations (2019)
'Get involved! Sign up to as many societies as you can and build your experience.'
Parliamentary Assistant, House of Commons
What can I do with a degree in Politics and International Relations?
The below offers a selection of the destinations University of Exeter graduates from Politics and International Relations have gone on to. The information below is not exhaustive, however it does highlight the range of job and further study options available to you after your studies.
If you would like to learn more about any of the jobs listed below you may wish to browse the job profiles on the Prospects website.
Careers with a degree in Politics and International Relations
Politics and International Relations graduates from the University of Exeter, have entered a wide range of careers. Some recent examples include*:
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Account Executive |
Paralegal |
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Army Officer |
Parliamentary Researcher |
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Business Analyst |
Policy Advisor |
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Business Development Consultant |
Political Campaign Manager |
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Civil Service Fast Streamer |
PR Executive |
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Communications Executive |
Press Officer |
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Data Analyst |
Project Manager |
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Development Advisor |
Recruitment Consultant |
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Digital Content Creator |
Research Executive |
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ESG Coordinator |
Researcher |
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Events Manager |
Sales Analyst |
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Executive Officer |
Senior Policy Officer |
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Finance Analyst |
Software Consultant |
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Financial Consultant |
Strategy Analyst |
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Fundraising Officer |
Sustainability Consultant |
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HR Recruitment Administrator |
Tax Advisor |
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Intelligence Analyst |
Teacher |
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Investment Banking Analyst |
Trainee Accountant |
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Journalist |
Trainee Underwriter |
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Marketing Executive |
Transport Planner |
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Merger and Acquisitions Analyst |
Remember…
In 2020, 85% of UK graduate employers recruited graduates from any degree subject*. This means that they accept and welcome applications from all graduates.
Use the list of graduate careers as a source of information and inspiration; don’t restrict your search to the roles listed above.
(*Institute of Student Employers (ISE), 2020)
Other resources:
- Employment sector pages
- Prospects to find out more about job profiles
- Graduate Outcomes Data to do a deep dive into the data on what Politics and International Relations graduates do after their degree
- University of Exeter LinkedIn Alumni Tool - this tool allows you to find graduates from your discipline and see their current role and employer. Learn how to use this tool by visiting our LinkedIn page.
- Alumni Profiles database to explore what Politics and International Relations graduates do after their degree
*Graduate Outcomes data taken from full-time, first-degree students completing in 2017/18 to 2021/22.
Employers of Exeter alumni with a degree in Politics and International Relations
Recent Exeter Politics and International Relations graduates have entered a wide range of careers. Some recent examples include:*
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Ashfords |
MAZARS |
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BDO Consulting |
Ministry of Defence |
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British Army |
Office for National Statistics |
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Citizens Advice |
PKF Littlejohn |
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Civil Service |
PricewaterhouseCoopers |
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Deloitte |
Rothschild and Co |
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Ernst and Young |
Sky |
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Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office |
South West Water |
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House of Commons |
Two Circles |
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Kantar Group |
UK Government / Parliament |
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KPMG |
University of Exeter |
*Graduate Outcomes data taken from full-time, first-degree students completing in 2017/18 to 2021/22.
Skills
An Exeter Politics and International Relations degree will support you in developing a range of essential skills needed to succeed and thrive in your graduate career.
- Thorough knowledge of political ideas, institutions and practice. An understanding of key political events that have shaped the world.
- Critical reasoning and analytical skills, exploring and learning with curiosity. Identify, analyse and interpret complex information drawn from a variety of sources.
- Prepare and present a coherent argument by selecting and ordering relevant evidence and communicating findings in a structured, with clarity and authority.
- Digital fluency. The ability to use digital tools and platforms, navigate key online platforms, critically evaluate online information, and effectively engage in online communication.
- Conduct research using different tools, such as information and communications technology and sources, demonstrating intellectual rigour throughout.
- Be an innovative problem-solver, formulating and advocating solutions and drawing independent conclusions.
- Appreciate the different factors that influence the activities of groups and individuals in society.
- Proactively collaborate, build authentic relationships, engage in groups, provide constructive feedback and positively influence group direction.
Further Study
Around 34% of Exeter Politics and International Relations graduates go on to pursue further study within 15 months of completing their undergraduate degree*. Some recent routes include**:
- MSc Cyber Policy and Strategy
- MSc Intelligence and International Security
- MA International Relations
- MA Applied Security and Strategy
- MA Conflict, Security and Development
- MA European Policy
- MA International Affairs
- MA International Development
- MA International Relations
- MA Middle East Studies
- MA Politics and International Relations of the Middle East
- MA Publishing
- MRes Politics
- MRES Security, Conflict and Human Rights
- MRES Sustainable Futures
- MSc Africa and International Development
- MSc Economics
- MSc Global Governance
- MSC Global Sustainability Solutions
- MSc International Business
Some went on to study other degrees including:
- ACCA (Accountancy Qualification)
- BSc/ MSc Computer Science
- Graduate Diploma in Law
- Juris Doctor (Doctor of Law (JD)
- LLM Law
- MSc Applied Social Data Science
- MSc Business with Accounting and Finance
- MA Creative Writing
- MSc Entrepreneurship and Innovation management
- MA History
- MSc Management
- MSc Mining Environmental Management
- MSc Psychology (Conversion)
Useful resources:
*Graduate Outcomes data taken from full-time, first-degree students completing in 2017/18 to 2021/22.
**Individual course names were taken from the University of Exeter's Career Destination survey (2017/18 to 2022/23) for full-time, first-degree students.