| UCAS code | Y004 |
|---|---|
| Duration | 3 years |
| Entry year | 2026 |
| Campus | Streatham Campus |
| Discipline | Flexible Combined Honours |
| Contact | Web: Enquire online |
| Typical offer | A-Level: AAA-AAB |
|---|---|
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A-Level: ABB-BBB |
| UCAS code | Y006 |
|---|---|
| Duration | 4 years |
| Entry year | 2026 |
| Campus | Streatham Campus |
| Discipline | Flexible Combined Honours |
| Contact | Web: Enquire online |
| Typical offer | A-Level: AAA-AAB |
|---|---|
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A-Level: ABB-BBB |
| UCAS code | Y007 |
|---|---|
| Duration | 4 years |
| Entry year | 2026 |
| Campus | Streatham Campus |
| Discipline | Flexible Combined Honours |
| Contact | Web: Enquire online |
| Typical offer | A-Level: AAA-AAB |
|---|---|
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A-Level: ABB-BBB |
| UCAS code | Y008 |
|---|---|
| Duration | 4 years |
| Entry year | 2026 |
| Campus | Streatham Campus |
| Discipline | Flexible Combined Honours |
| Contact | Web: Enquire online |
| Typical offer | A-Level: AAA-AAB |
|---|---|
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A-Level: ABB-BBB |
Overview
- Unique and appealing degree structure combining two or three subjects where there is currently no existing Combined Honours degree and thus blend subjects across departments
- Develop a particular blend of core knowledge and skills in line with your own subject interests and career objectives. The title of your degree will reflect your areas of study
- Follow a themed interdisciplinary pathway. These must be studied in combination with other subject areas
- Attend lectures and seminars in each of your subjects with like-minded Single Honours and Combined Honours students, with the added bonus of meeting people from two or three subjects, giving you a wide peer base
- Facilities at our Streatham Campus include the stunning Forum, which provides the Student Services Centre, a modern 24/7 library, technology-rich learning spaces
Tailor your degree to suit your interests and career aspirations
Opportunities for study abroad and/or work abroad or UK work experience
46 subjects and pathways available to choose from at our Streatham and St Luke’s campuses
1st in the Russell Group for student satisfaction in three out of seven themes
National Student Survey 2024: Flexible Combined Honours
Tailor your degree to suit your interests and career aspirations
Opportunities for study abroad and/or work abroad or UK work experience
46 subjects and pathways available to choose from at our Streatham and St Luke’s campuses
1st in the Russell Group for student satisfaction in three out of seven themes
National Student Survey 2024: Flexible Combined Honours
As I was looking at universities I came across the term Flexible Combined Honours degree and was looking for a course where I could study Management and Art History at the same time. A chance for me to be passionate about more than one subject without limitations.
I immediately knew that this is the right fit for me, so I started researching universities which offer this opportunity and found out that Exeter has an outstanding FCH department and I decided to visit the university.
My modules in Art History have equipped me with an extensive understanding of the power and responsibility of varying art forms throughout history in shaping the minds of individuals. I studied concepts such as colonialism, iconography, urbanism and applied this knowledge to visual analysis and research projects. In the business school, I learned about effective marketing and the fundamentals of establishing a successful business, where my knowledge was deepened by creating reports and presentations.
Now, at my final year I can say that studying both subjects was the best decision I ever made. I could experience the best of both worlds. I am hoping to secure a job in an auction house, where understanding the financial market is just as important as having a deep knowledge of art.
Read more from Dorina, of Hungary
Dorina, of Hungary
Studying Management and Art History
Entry requirements (typical offer)
| Qualification | Typical offer | Required subjects |
|---|---|---|
| A-Level | AAA-AAB | Dependent on subjects chosen |
| IB | 36/666-34/665 | Dependent on subjects chosen |
| BTEC | DDD | Dependent on subjects chosen |
| GCSE | Dependent on subjects chosen | Dependent on subjects chosen |
| Access to HE | 30 L3 credits at Distinction Grade and 15 L3 credits at Merit Grade | Dependent on subjects chosen |
| T-Level | Distinction | Dependent on subjects chosen |
| Contextual Offer * Please note: The contextual offer shown is an example based on offers made to students starting in 2025, and is for guidance only. We will confirm the contextual offer for 2026 entry later this year.* Please note: The contextual offer shown is an example based on offers made to students starting in 2024, and is for guidance only. We will confirm the contextual offer for 2025 entry later this year. |
A-Level: ABB-BBB |
Specific subject requirements must still be achieved where stated above. Find out more about contextual offers. |
| Other accepted qualifications | ||
| English language requirements |
International students need to show they have the required level of English language to study this course. The required test scores for this course fall under Profile B2. Please visit our English language requirements page to view the required test scores and equivalencies from your country. |
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NB General Studies is not included in any offer.
Grades advertised on each programme webpage are the typical level at which our offers are made and provide information on any specific subjects an applicant will need to have studied in order to be considered for a place on the programme. However, if we receive a large number of applications for the programme we may not be able to make an offer to all those who are predicted to achieve/have achieved grades which are in line with our typical offer. For more information on how applications are assessed and when decisions are released, please see: After you apply
View subject-specific entry requirements
Completing your UCAS form
When completing your UCAS form please use the Flexible Combined Honours UCAS code:
Y004 BA/BSc Flexible Combined Honours (3 years)
Y006 BA/BSc Flexible Combined Honours with Study Abroad (4 years)
Y007 BA/BSc Flexible Combined Honours with UK Work Experience (4 years)
Y008 BA/BSc Flexible Combined Honours with Work Abroad (4 years)
You do not need to enter a UCAS code for each chosen subject. Instead, please ensure you indicate your proposed subjects under ‘Further details’ in the ‘choices’ section of the application using the abbreviations given in the table below. If you wish to study more than two subjects, please contact us before completing your application form.
Subject codes - Streatham / St Luke's (Exeter)
| Accounting | Acco |
| Ancient History | AntH |
| Anthropology | Angy |
| Arabic | Arab |
| Archaeology | Arch |
| Art History & Visual Culture | AHVC |
| Biochemistry | BioC |
| Biological Sciences: Molecular and Cellular Biology | Biol |
| Biomedical Sciences | MedS |
| Biosciences: Animal Biology and Ecology | BioAB |
| British Sign Language (minor) | BrSL |
| Mandarin Chinese | Chin |
| Classical Studies | ClaSt |
| Classics | Class |
| Computer Science | CoSc |
| Criminology | Crim |
| Drama | Dram |
| Economics | Econ |
| Exercise and Sports Sciences | SpSc |
| English | Engl |
| Film & Television Studies | Film |
| French | Fren |
| Geography - Human | GeoH |
| Geography - Physical | GeoP |
| German | Germ |
| Greek (ancient) | Grek |
| History | Hist |
| International Relations | IntR |
| Italian | Ital |
| Japanese (minor) | Japn |
| Korean (minor) | |
| Latin | Latn |
| Management | Mang |
| Mathematics | Math |
| Media and Communications | Comm |
| Mediterranean Studies | Medi |
| Middle Eastern Studies | MENA |
| Philosophy | Phil |
| Politics | Poli |
| Portuguese | Port |
| Religion | Reli |
| Russian | Russ |
| Sociology | Soci |
| Spanish | Span |
| Sustainability | Sust |
| Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) | TESL |
| Theology | Theo |
Course content
Academic experts in each subject have curated the core (compulsory) modules that FCH students must take to ensure that the content studied builds a firm knowledge base for a combined honours pathway. Optional modules within subjects or related to your subjects of study, can then be chosen to create a bespoke programme.
Combination of one or more core (compulsory) modules and optional modules which you choose from those available in that year. Please see the FCH module pages for more details on compulsory modules for each subject.
Continue studying your subjects, building a bespoke title. There will usually be more choice of modules allowing you to structure your degree more flexibly within your subjects. Please see the FCH module pages for more details on compulsory modules for each subject
Typically any placement year will take place in year 3. If you are not taking a placement year please see the Final Year modules for year 3.
During your final year you can choose to include an Independent Study (dissertation) module involving research. Please see the FCH module pages for more details on compulsory modules for each subject.
Subject areas
Our Flexible Combined Honours programme offers a wide range of subjects that you can combine to suit your interests.
FCH students can combine any two subjects unless stated or the combination exists as an ‘established’ Combined Honours degree. Where an established Combined Honours degree exists at either campus the combination will not be available under FCH. If you are interested in combining three subjects, please contact us before applying.
Below, you'll find an overview of the available subjects and the combinations you can choose from:
Accounting can be studied with any other subject within FCH (excluding Economics and Management), where a Combined Honours degree doesn't already exist.
Accounting Combined Honours courses with Business and Finance are available for direct application via UCAS. Further details can be found on the Accounting subject page.
Ancient History can be studied with any other subject within FCH, where a Combined Honours degree doesn't already exist.
A Combined Honours course with Archaeology is already available for direct application via UCAS. Further details can be found on the BA Ancient History and Archaeology course page.
Anthropology can be studied with any other subject within FCH, where a Combined Honours degree doesn't already exist.
Anthropology Combined Honours courses with Archaeology and Sociology are already available for direct application via UCAS. Further details can be found on the Anthropology subject page.
Archaeology can be studied with any other subject within FCH, where a Combined Honours degree doesn't already exist.
Archaeology Combined Honours courses with Ancient History and History are already available for direct application via UCAS. Further details can be found on the Archaeology subject page.
Art History and Visual Culture can be studied with any other subject within FCH, where a Combined Honours degree doesn't already exist.
Art History & Visual Culture Combined Honours courses with the following subjects are already available for direct application via UCAS:
- Classical Studies
- Drama
- English
- Film & Television Studies
- History
- Modern Languages
Further details on these Combined Honours courses can be found on the Art History and Visual Culture subject page.
Biochemistry can be studied with any other subject within FCH excluding:
- Biological Sciences: Animal Biology and Ecology
- Biological Sciences: Molecular and Cellular Biology
- Biomedical Sciences
- Exercise and Sport Science
- Mathematics
Biological Sciences: Animal Biology and Ecology can be studied with any other subject within FCH excluding:
- Biochemistry
- Biological Sciences: Molecular and Cellular Biology
- Biomedical Sciences
- Exercise and Sport Science
- Mathematics
Biological Sciences: Molecular and Cellular Biology can be studied with any other subject within FCH excluding:
- Biochemistry
- Biological Sciences: Animal Biology and Ecology
- Biomedical Sciences
- Exercise and Sport Science
- Mathematics
Biological Sciences: Molecular and Cellular Biology FCH modules
Biomedical Sciences can be studied with any other subject within FCH excluding:
- Biochemistry
- Biological Sciences: Animal Biology and Ecology
- Biomedical Sciences
- Exercise and Sport Science
- Mathematics
British Sign Language can be studied with any other subject within FCH. Please note that it is only available as a minor.
Classical Studies and Classics can be studied with any other subject within FCH, where a Combined Honours degree doesn't already exist.
Classical Studies Combined Honours courses with the following subjects are already available for direct application:
- English
- Modern Languages
- Philosophy
- Religion
Further details on these Combined Honours courses can be found on the Classics and Ancient History course page.
Computer Science can be studied with any other subject within FCH, where a Combined Honours degree doesn't already exist.
Computer Science Combined Honours courses with Mathematics are already available for direct application via UCAS. Further details can be found on the Computer Science subject page.
Criminology can be studied with any other subject within FCH, where a Combined Honours degree doesn't already exist.
A Combined Honours course with Sociology is already available for direct application via UCAS. Further details can be found on the BA Sociology and Criminology course page.
Drama can be studied with any other subject within FCH, where a Combined Honours degree doesn't already exist.
Drama Combined Honours course with the following subjects are already available for direct application via UCAS:
- Art History & Visual Culture
- Film & Television Studies
- English
Further details on these Combined Honours courses can be found on the Drama subject page.
Economics can be studied with any other subject within FCH (excluding Accounting and Management), where a Combined Honours degree doesn't already exist.
Economics Combined Honours courses with Business, Finance and Politics are available for direct application via UCAS. Further details can be found on the Economics subject page.
English can be studied with any other subject within FCH, where a Combined Honours degree doesn't already exist.
English Combined Honours courses with the following subjects are already available for direct application via UCAS:
- Art History & Visual Culture
- Classical Studies
- Drama
- Film & Television Studies
- History
- Media and Communications
- Modern Languages
Further details on these Combined Honours courses can be found on the English subject page.
Exercise and Sport Science can be studied with any other subject within FCH excluding:
- Biochemistry
- Biological Sciences: Animal Biology and Ecology
- Biomedical Sciences
- Mathematics
Film & Television Studies can be studied with any other subject within FCH, where a Combined Honours degree doesn't already exist.
Film & Television Studies Combined Honours courses with the following subjects are already available for direct application via UCAS:
- Art History & Visual Culture
- Drama
- Media and Communications
- Modern Languages
Further details on these Combined Honours courses can be found on the Film & Television Studies subject page.
Geography can be studied with any other subject within FCH, where a Combined Honours degree doesn't already exist.
A Combined Honours course with Politics is already available for direct application via UCAS. Further details can be found on the BA Politics and Geography (Cornwall) course page.
History can be studied with any other subject within FCH, where a Combined Honours degree doesn't already exist.
History Combined Honours courses with the following subjects are already available for direct application via UCAS:
- Ancient History
- Archaeology
- Art History and Visual Culture
- Business
- English
- Geography
- International Relations
- Philosophy
- Politics
Further details on these Combined Honours courses can be found on the History subject page.
International Relations can be studied with any other subject within FCH, where a Combined Honours degree doesn't already exist.
International Relations Combined Honours courses with the following subjects are already available for direct application via UCAS:
- History
- Modern Languages
- Politics
Further details on these Combined Honours courses can be found on the International Relations subject page.
Ancient Greek and Latin can be studied with any other subject within FCH, where a Combined Honours degree doesn't already exist.
A Combined Honours course with Latin and Modern Languages is already available for direct application via UCAS. Further details can be found on the BA Modern Languages and Latin course page.
Modern Languages can be studied with any other subject within FCH, where a Combined Honours degree doesn't already exist.
- Arabic FCH modules
- Chinese (Mandarin) FCH modules
- French FCH modules
- German FCH modules
- Italian FCH modules
- Japanese (minor) FCH modules
- Korean (minor) FCH modules
- Portuguese FCH modules
- Russian FCH modules
- Spanish FCH modules
Please note that Japanese and Korean are only available as minor subjects.
Students wishing to combine more than one language will need to apply to our BA Modern Languages course.
Arab and Islamic Studies Combined Honours courses with the following subjects are already available:
- Modern Languages
- Politics
Modern Languages Combined Honours courses with the following subjects are already available for direct application via UCAS:
- Art History & Visual Culture
- Classical Studies
- English
- Film & Television Studies
- History
- International Business
- International Relations
- Latin
- Media and Communications
- Philosophy
- Politics
- Sociology
Further details on these Combined Honours courses can be found on our subject pages:
Management can be studied with any other subject within FCH (excluding Accounting and Economics), where a Combined Honours degree doesn't already exist.
Management Combined Honours courses with Business, Finance and Marketing are available for direct application via UCAS. Further details can be found on the Management subject page.
Mathematics can be studied with any other subject within FCH, where a Combined Honours degree doesn't already exist, excluding the subjects listed below:
- Biochemistry
- Biological Sciences: Animal Biology and Ecology
- Biomedical Sciences
- Exercise and Sport Science
Mathematics Combined Honours courses with the following subjects are available for direct application via UCAS:
- Accounting
- Computer Science
- Data Science
- Economics
- Finance
- Management
Further details can be found on the Mathematics subject page.
Media and Communications can be studied with any other subject within FCH, where a Combined Honours degree doesn't already exist.
Media and Communications Combined Honours courses with the following subjects are available for direct application via UCAS:
- English
- Film & Television Studies
- Modern Languages
Further details can be found on the Media and Communications subject page.
Medical Humanities is a standalone pathway, so cannot be combined with any other subject or pathway.
Mediterranean Studies can be studied with any other subject within FCH.
Middle Eastern Studies can be studied with any other subject within FCH.
Philosophy can be studied with any other subject within FCH, where a Combined Honours degree doesn't already exist.
Philosophy Combined Honours courses with the following subjects are available for direct application via UCAS:
- Classical Studies
- History
- Modern Languages
- Politics
- Sociology
- Religion and Ethics
Further details can be found on the Philosophy subject page.
Politics can be studied with any other subject within FCH, where a Combined Honours degree doesn't already exist.
Politics Combined Honours courses with the following subjects are available for direct application via UCAS:
- Arabic
- Economics
- Geography
- History
- International Relations
- Management
- Modern Languages
- Philosophy and Economics
- Sociology
Further details can be found on the Politics subject page.
Sociology can be studied with any other subject within FCH, where a Combined Honours degree doesn't already exist.
Sociology Combined Honours courses with the following subjects are available for direct application via UCAS:
- Anthropology
- Criminology
- Data Science
- Modern Languages
- Religion, Culture and Society
Further details can be found on the Sociology subject page.
Sustainability can be studied with any other subject within FCH.
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages can be studied with any other subject within FCH. Please note that it is only available as a minor.
Theology and Religion can be studied with any other subject within FCH, where a Combined Honours degree doesn't already exist.
Theology and Religion Combined Honours courses with the following subjects are already available for direct application via UCAS:
- Classical Studies and Religion BA
- Philosophy, Religion and Ethics BA
- Religion, Culture and Society BA
- Theology and Religion BA
Further details on these Combined Honours courses can be found on the Theology and Religion subject page.
Course variants
UCAS code: Y006
Our four-year ‘with Study Abroad’ degree, offers you the possibility of spending your third year abroad, studying with one of our many partner universities.
Why Study Abroad?
Living and studying in a different country is an exciting experience that broadens your academic and cultural horizons, as well as giving you the opportunity to widen your circle of friends. Students who have studied abroad demonstrate initiative, independence, motivation and, depending on where they stay, may also have gained a working knowledge of another language – all key qualities that employers are looking for in today’s competitive employment environment.
Where can I Study Abroad?
We have partnership arrangements with many prestigious institutions across the globe. Exactly where you can apply to study will depend on the subjects you are studying at Exeter. For a full list please visit the Study Abroad website.
Does it count towards my degree?
Credit for academic work during your year abroad is arranged by agreement between the University of Exeter and the host institution. These marks are then translated back into your degree at Exeter. If you are Studying Abroad for a semester or full year, your time abroad will count toward your final degree. Please refer to your Study Abroad co-ordinator for further details.
Are there any academic requirements to study abroad?
Yes. If you wish to study abroad as part of this degree course, you must achieve an overall grade of at least 60% (a 2:1) for your first year of study. This applies to all students, even if you are registered on the 'with Study Abroad' variant from the start of your degree.
How does it affect my tuition fee and funding?
For the year that you spend studying abroad you will pay a significantly reduced tuition fee to Exeter, but nothing to your host university – for more information visit our fees pages. If you were previously eligible, you will continue to receive a maintenance loan whilst on your Study Abroad year.
UCAS code: Y007
Our four-year ‘with UK Work Experience’ degree, offers you the possibility of spending your third year carrying out a graduate-level work placement or placements within the UK as part of your degree. There are no limits on the number of placements available and you can swap onto this option after you start your course.
Why choose to include Employment Experience?
Undertaking graduate-level work during your degree unlocks a world of experience that allows you to develop essential employability and interpersonal skills that relate to your degree and future career. A work placement will dramatically boost your confidence, enhance your CV and develop graduate level skills and competencies that employers are looking for.
Where will I do my work placement?
The sector (and country) you choose to work within is very much your choice as you will be responsible for finding and organising your placement. We will provide plenty of guidance and support during your first and second years which will prepare you to research and apply for placements. Ultimately, the university will give final approval to your placement to make sure you have a valuable experience.
How does it affect my tuition fees and funding?
For your ‘Year In Industry’ you will pay a significantly reduced tuition fee to Exeter – for more information visit our fees pages. If you were previously eligible, you will continue to receive a maintenance loan whilst on your year of work placement/s.
Find out more
Visit our website to learn more about employment experience opportunities.
UCAS code: Y008
Our four-year ‘with Employment Experience Abroad’ degree, offers you the possibility of spending your third year abroad, carrying out a graduate-level work placement or placements as part of your degree. There are no limits on the number of placements available and you can swap onto this option after you start your course.
Why choose to include Employment Experience Abroad?
Spending up to a year living and working in a different country is an exciting experience that broadens your academic and cultural horizons, as well as giving you the opportunity to widen your circle of friends. By carrying out a graduate-level work placement or placements abroad you can demonstrate to employers your adaptability, cultural awareness, independence and resourcefulness and, depending on where you stay, may also have gained a working knowledge of another language.
Where will I do my work placement?
The sector (and country) you choose to work within is very much your choice as you will be responsible for finding and organising your placement. We will provide plenty of guidance and support during your first and second years which will prepare you to research and apply for placements. Ultimately, the university will give final approval to your placement to make sure you have a valuable experience.
How does it affect my tuition fees and funding?
For your ‘Year In Industry’ you will pay a significantly reduced tuition fee to Exeter – for more information visit our fees pages. If you were previously eligible, you will continue to receive a maintenance loan whilst on your year of work placement/s.
Is the placement paid?
You will be paid in accordance with the rules of the country you work in and there may be visa restrictions or requirements which you need to consider when applying.
Find out more
Visit our website to learn more about employment experience opportunities.
Fees
Tuition fees for 2025 entry
UK students: £9,535 per year
International students: £25,500 per year
Scholarships
The University of Exeter has many different scholarships available to support your education, including £5 million in scholarships for international students applying to study with us in the 2025/26 academic year, such as our Exeter Excellence Scholarships*.
Financial support is also available for students from disadvantaged backgrounds, lower income households and other under-represented groups to help them access, succeed and progress through higher education.
* Terms and conditions apply. See online for details.
Learning and teaching
How will I learn?
You’ll learn through lectures, tutorials and seminars, with a growing emphasis at each successive level on student-led learning. Science-based subjects will also include laboratory work and experiments. Our teaching emphasises the need to analyse, discuss and deploy ideas in a variety of settings and not simply on the ability to memorise. Modules are also designed to encourage you to think and write analytically about broad subjects. You’re encouraged to discuss aspects of the subject with the lecturer either individually or in groups, promoting the development of informal tutorials with the agenda set by students.
How will I be assessed?
You’ll be assessed by a variety of methods: some modules are assessed on the basis of exams only, some modules require assessed coursework that can take the form of essays and projects or presentations, while practical modules tend to be assessed by the preparation of written reports, portfolios of work, practical assignments, fieldwork notebooks and takeaway papers to allow time for research. Your first year doesn’t count towards your final degree classification, but you do have to pass it in order to progress. If you study a three-year programme, assessments in the final two years count towards your classification, and for a four-year programme the final three years.
Innovative learning
We’re actively engaged in introducing new methods of learning and teaching, including increasing use of interactive computer-based approaches to learning, such as our virtual learning environment. Students can access detailed information about modules and learning outcomes and take part in discussion forums.
Where will I study?
Most subjects available through FCH are based at the Streatham Campus, including business subjects such as Management and Economics, humanities and social sciences subjects such as Politics and Modern Languages, and sciences such as Mathematics and Biological Sciences. St Luke’s Campus is home to Medical Sciences and Sport and Health Sciences.
Your future
Employer-valued skills this course develops
We’re committed to enhancing and developing your key personal and transferable skills. You’ll develop a range of professional skills, for example, time management and team working. You’ll gain valuable critical, analytical and communication skills, as well as subject-specific skills. FCH graduates are highly regarded by employers as:
- You show motivation in creating your own degree,
- You have breadth of knowledge and
- You stand out from the crowd.
Employer visits
We have a dedicated, award-winning Careers Service , with offices at our Exeter and Penryn campuses, ensuring you have access to careers advisors, mentors and the tools you need to succeed in finding employment in your chosen field on graduation. We offer the Exeter Award and the Exeter Leaders Award which include employability-related workshops, skills events, volunteering and employment which will contribute to your career decision-making skills and success in the employment market. Our graduates compete very successfully in the employment market, many employers target the University when recruiting new graduates.
Career paths
Future career pathways include:
- Assistant Statistician
- Digital Content Creator
- Digital Marketing Consultant
- Head of Engagement
- Language Assistant
- Project Coordinator
- Risk Advisory Consultant
- Teacher
- Technology Consultant
- Web Administrator
Career destinations
Recent Graduates now working for*:
- British Airways
- Civil Service (Fast Track)
- Deloitte
- Devon and Cornwall Police
- Ernst and Young
- Foreign and Commonwealth Office
- Lloyds Bank
- Marie Curie
- Mondelez International
- RSPB
* Please note that, due to data protection, the job titles and organisations are listed independently and do not necessarily correspond.
