BA (Bachelor of Arts) Degrees

Bachelor of Arts courses are undergraduate degrees that emphasise critical thinking, theory, and qualitative analysis. We offer a wide array of BA degrees across Arts and Humanities, Social Sciences, Business, and Environmental Sciences.

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Bachelor of Arts degrees from a Russell Group university

An undergraduate degree is your first step into higher education. You'll combine in-depth subject knowledge with the skills employers are looking for. It provides the foundation for a huge range of careers or further study, while helping you build confidence, independence, and real-world understanding of your chosen course.

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Is an undergraduate BA degree from Exeter worth it?

We offer world-class education and research with outstanding student satisfaction, committed to working with our students to make the world greener, healthier, and fairer. With beautiful, green campuses in Devon and Cornwall, we offer a unique opportunity to study in one of the most stunning parts of the UK. Find out more about why the UK is a great place to study.

As a member of the Russell Group, we are committed to maintaining the very best internationally recognised research, and translating our research into an outstanding teaching and learning experience. Our excellence is recognised by organisations worldwide, with Exeter graduates in the UK's top 10 for most targeted by leading employers.

You can be confident that an undergraduate degree from Exeter will accelerate your future plans and contribute to a successful career.

Does the University of Exeter offer combined or joint honours BA degrees?

Yes. We offer numerous Bachelor of Arts courses as joint honours degrees, allowing you to combine multiple subject areas in line with your career ambitions. Visit the joint and combined honours webpage to see a comprehensive list.