BBL Bachelor of Business and Laws (Cornwall)
| UCAS code | NM00 |
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| Duration | 3 years |
| Entry year | 2027 |
| Campus | Penryn Campus |
| Typical offer | A-Level: AAB-ABB |
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A-Level: BBB-BBC |
| UCAS code | NM02 |
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| Duration | 4 years |
| Entry year | 2027 |
| Campus | Penryn Campus |
| Typical offer | A-Level: AAB-ABB |
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A-Level: BBB-BBC |
| UCAS code | NM03 |
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| Duration | 4 years |
| Entry year | 2027 |
| Campus | Penryn Campus |
| Typical offer | A-Level: AAB-ABB |
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A-Level: BBB-BBC |
Why study a BBL degree at Exeter?
- The BBL allows you to have the ‘best of both worlds’ studying both law and business in equal measure to gain a thorough understanding of how companies are operated, managed and regulated.
- As well as tackling case studies, you will discuss current issues in business and debate key theories developing your presentation, team working, communication and problem-solving skills.
- You will thrive in our strong, close-knit community with an unrivalled commitment to excellence in teaching and a curriculum designed to support your learning at every stage.
- You will 'learn by doing' from your first week at university as you tackle real world problems using both your subjects, including the immersive learning events of HACK and IMPACT, unique to the Penryn Campus.
- We help prepare you for your future career by embedding transferrable skills across the programme, o-creating your learning experience with businesses, law firms, legal NGOs and non-profit organisations.
Please note that the BBL programme does not cover all of the Foundations of Legal Knowledge.
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Study Law and Business at the University of Exeter
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Entry requirements (typical offer)
| Qualification | Typical offer | Required subjects |
|---|---|---|
| A-Level | AAB-ABB | n/a |
| IB | 34/665-32/655 | n/a |
| BTEC | DDD-DDM | n/a |
| GCSE | C or 4 | English Language |
| Access to HE | 24 L3 credits at Distinction Grade and 21 L3 credits at Merit Grade | N/A |
| T-Level | Distinction | N/A |
| Contextual Offer | A-Level: BBB-BBC |
Specific subject requirements must still be achieved where stated above. . |
| 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 B1. 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
Course content
The degree is divided into core and optional modules, which gives you the flexibility to structure your degree according to your specific interests. Individual modules are worth 15 or 30 credits each. Full-time undergraduates need to take 120 credits in each year. In addition to the core modules, you can choose from an extensive range of optional modules.
The modules we outline here provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this degree course based on recent academic teaching. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand.
You may notice changes to some of our modules over the coming months. This is because we are making space for the following:
- Minors: Future Skills Pathways - Alongside your main degree you may be eligible (depending on your course) to choose modules from another subject to broaden your skills and interests.
- Skills to Thrive built into every degree - Essential skills for your future, including communication, problem-solving, teamwork and digital confidence.
- Increased innovation and wellbeing - More room for creative learning, real-world projects and a healthier study rhythm.
The modules below provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this degree course based on recent academic teaching. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand.
Please note that the module information displayed here is subject to change.
120 credits of compulsory modules. ?
Compulsory modules
| Code | Module | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory | ||
| Business and Society | 0 | |
| Marketing in a Digital Age | 0 | |
| Introduction to Economics | 0 | |
| Legal Foundations | 0 | |
| Legal Foundations 2 | 0 | |
| Criminal Law 1 Foundations | 0 | |
| Criminal Law 2 Companies and Organisations | 0 | |
| Generative AI and Sustainable Futures: Ethics, Society, and Scholarship | 0 | |
Please note that the module information displayed here is subject to change.
??75 credits of compulsory modules (including a choice between either LAW2004C and LAW2015C); 45 credits of optional modules. You must ensure that you take a minimum of 45 optional LAW credits across Stages 2 and 3, with at least 30 of those credits falling in Stage 3. Your choice of LAW2004C or LAW2015C does not count towards those 45 optional LAW credits (i.e. you must take 45 optional LAW credits across Stages 2 and 3 in addition to either LAW2004C or LAW2015C). ?
Compulsory modules
| Code | Module | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory Choice | ||
| Contract Law | 0 | |
| The Law of Torts | 0 | |
Optional modules
| Code | Module | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Business Options | ||
| Business Beyond Profit | 0 | |
| Finance for Business | 0 | |
| Research Inquiry for Practice | 0 | |
| Workplace Wellbeing | 0 | |
| Digital Technologies and the Future of Work | 0 | |
| Ecological Economics | 0 | |
| Law Options | ||
| Environmental Regulation and Redress | 0 | |
| Work Placement | 0 | |
| Employment Law | 0 | |
Please note that the module information displayed here is subject to change.
You will spend your third year on an industrial placement.
120 credit compulsory placement module
Compulsory modules
| Code | Module | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory | ||
| Work Placement Year | 0 | |
Please note that the module information displayed here is subject to change.
You will spend your third year on a professional placement.
120 credit compulsory placement module
Compulsory modules
| Code | Module | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory | ||
| Work Placement Year | 0 | |
Please note that the module information displayed here is subject to change.
??45 credits of compulsory modules; 75 credits of optional modules. You must choose at least 15 credits of optional BEP (Business) modules. You must choose at least 30 credits of optional LAW modules. You must ensure that you take a minimum of 45 credits of optional LAW modules across Stages 2 and 3. ?
Compulsory modules
| Code | Module | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory | ||
| Globalisation and Internationalisation | 0 | |
| Local - Global Innovation (Cornwall Research Seminar Series) | 0 | |
| Crisis: Change and Creativity in Organisations | 0 | |
Optional modules
| Code | Module | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Business Options | ||
| Social and Technological Innovation | 0 | |
| Business and Climate Change | 0 | |
| Biomimicry | 0 | |
| Future 17: Sustainable Development Goals Challenge | 0 | |
| Law Options | ||
| Land Law | 0 | |
| Trusts | 0 | |
| Dissertation | 0 | |
| Business and Human Rights | 0 | |
| The Law of Corporate Finance | 0 | |
| Corporate Law, Theory and Governance | 0 | |
| Law and Policy for Sustainable Organisations | 0 | |
| Parliamentary Studies | 0 | |
Course variants
BBL Bachelor of Business and Laws with Industrial Placement
UCAS code: NM02
Why choose a year on an Industrial Placement?
Spending up to a year carrying out a graduate-level work placement as part of your degree programme is an invaluable opportunity. It unlocks a world of experience that allows you to develop essential employability and transferrable skills for your future career. You will take full responsibility for finding and organising your placement in a business setting of your choosing (either in the UK or abroad), with preparation, support and approval from the University. This is a great way to demonstrate to employers your adaptability, commercial awareness, independence and resourcefulness.
Does it count towards my degree?
The placement year is credit-bearing and contributes towards the final degree classification. Information about assessments can be found?on the?module descriptor.
Is the placement paid?
Students taking a placement year can normally expect to receive the equivalent of an annual wage of £16,000 to £18,000 for the time they are working.
How does it affect my tuition fees?
During your placement year you will pay a reduced tuition fee of approximately 20% of the maximum fee for that year. Find out more on our tuition fee webpages.
How do I apply?
You will take full responsibility for finding and organising your placement (either in the UK or abroad), with preparation, support and approval from the University. This is a great way to demonstrate to employers your adaptability, commercial awareness, independence and resourcefulness.
BBL Bachelor of Business and Laws with Professional Placement
UCAS code: NM03
Why choose a year on a Professional Placement?
Spending up to a year carrying out a professional placement with a law firm or an in-house legal team as part of your degree programme is an invaluable opportunity. You will develop and deepen your understanding of business and legal practices. The programme is designed to provide a first-hand understanding of a professional working environment through the enhancement of key transferable skills such as working with others, problem solving and communication. This unlocks a world of experience that allows you to develop essential employability and interpersonal skills that relate to your degree and future career.
Does it count towards my degree?
The placement year is credit-bearing and contributes towards the final degree classification. Information about assessments can be found?on the?module descriptor.
Is the placement paid?
Students taking a placement year can normally expect to receive the equivalent of an annual wage of £16,000 to £18,000 for the time they are working.
How does it affect my tuition fees?
During your placement year you will pay a reduced tuition fee of approximately 20% of the maximum fee for that year. Find out more on our tuition fee webpages.
How do I apply?
You will take full responsibility for finding and organising your placement (either in the UK or abroad), with preparation, support and approval from the University. This is a great way to demonstrate to employers your adaptability, commercial awareness, independence and resourcefulness
Fees
Tuition fees for 2026 entry
UK students: ?9,790 per year
International students: ?24,950 per year
Scholarships
国产传媒 of Exeter offers a wide range of scholarships to support your education, with ?7 million available for international students applying to study with us in the 2026/27 academic year, including our prestigious Exeter Excellence Scholarships*. We also provide scholarships for sport, music and other achievements, alongside regional and partner awards such as Chevening, The Beacon Trust and the British Council. Financial support is 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, including deadlines, apply. See our website for details.
Learning and teaching
We place an emphasis on small group learning giving you ample opportunity to participate, ask questions and get to know your tutors. Teaching includes:
- Interactive lectures
- Small group seminars
- Trial preparation
- Advocacy skills workshops
- Mock trials
- Mediation and negotiation practice
- Teamwork
How will I be assessed?
- Essays
- Open-book exams
- Portfolio of work
- Research projects
- Mock case preparation
- Oral presentations
- Client management
- Reflective journals
You must pass your first year modules in order to proceed but your performance at this level does not count towards your final degree classification.
Law in Cornwall
Law degrees in Cornwall form part of a portfolio of programmes available at our world-class Exeter Law School. Our collaboration with the University of Exeter Business School is unique to the Penryn Campus. Our modules in Environmental Law and Policy, Human Rights and Company Law are available to undergraduate students across Campus, creating a learning environment which respects and benefits from such a diverse cohort of learners.
We are committed to creating a diverse and thriving student community. We believe that this is achieved by providing a supportive learning environment, which nurtures talent through-out your time with us. In addition, in Cornwall, students will benefit from a bespoke learning experience with intentionally low student-staff ratios and an unrivalled commitment to excellence in teaching.
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Your future
Graduates from this degree will have a knowledge of key aspects of law such as Torts, contract and company law along with an understanding of economics, management, marketing and project management giving them an advantage in both the law and industry. Alongside this you will gain a range of academic, personal and professional skills including:
- Analytical, critical and independent thinking
- Articulating ideas and arguments
- Conflict resolution and negotiation
- Ability to work under pressure
- Problem solving
- Project work and teamwork
- Written and verbal communication
- Organising, planning and time management
Career paths
The wealth of knowledge and transferable skills gained studying a Business and Law degree enables graduates to pursue employment in a wide range of careers including:
- Banking, accounting and finance
- Advertising, marketing and PR
- Journalism and media
- Charity, not-for-profit and NGO’s
- Human resources and recruitment
- Politics
- Teaching
Further study
Students can undertake further study in order to enter the legal profession as a solicitor or barrister or undertake postgraduate programmes within the fields of Law or Business such as:
- LLM Master of Laws
- International Management
- MBA
- Marketing
Exeter Award and Exeter Leaders Award
Many of our students participate in The Exeter Award and The Exeter Leaders Award. These schemes encourage you to participate in employability related workshops, skills events, volunteering and employment which will contribute to your career decision-making skills and success in the employment market.
Developing your skills and career prospects
We have a dedicated, award-winning Careers Service, with an office at our Penryn campus, ensuring you have access to careers advisors, mentors and the tools you need to succeed in finding employment in your chosen field on graduation. 国产传媒’s Careers Service also hosts an annual Law Careers Fair, putting our students face-to-face with prospective employers, who target Exeter because of our reputation for producing well-rounded and successful professionals
