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University of Exeter

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Overview

Overview

The University of Exeter is a leading higher education institution in the UK, placed in the top 15 universities in the UK according to the 2024 Complete University Guide league table and 13th in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023. Exeter is also rated 137th globally by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023, and took 153rd place globally in the 2024 QS World University Rankings. In the 2023 Academic Ranking of World Universities, it placed in the 151-200 group.

Students coming to Exeter to study will combine world-class academics with an idyllic coastal lifestyle. Located in the south west of the United Kingdom, Exeter is a compact and friendly city with a buzzing cultural scene and plenty to do. Not only that, but the Exeter campuses are just 2.5 hours away from London by train, and Bristol can be reached in under an hour. Exeter also has two campuses in Cornwall. The vibrant Penryn Campus is nestled in 100 acres of gorgeously maintained Cornish countryside, just northwest of the waterside town of Falmouth.

The university is spread across four campuses, all supporting safe and welcoming academic communities, plenty of green spaces, and state-of-the-art facilities. Whichever campus a student is at, they'll be a short walk from a bustling town centre with plenty to see, do, eat or drink.

One of the most notable features of life as an Exeter student is the wild, wonderful coastlines which are close at hand. With some of the best ocean landscapes in the UK just a short journey away, relaxing on a beach, going for a hike or riding the waves is always an option.

Exeter's academic community is over 30,000 strong, including more than 7,500 international students from 150 different nations around the world. It's a place where unforgettable memories are made, along with friends for life, with more than 400 clubs and societies and top ranking sports teams making it incredibly easy to get involved.

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What's New

What's New

New campus investments

The University of Exeter continuously invests in building new facilities, services and spaces for students and staff - ensuring that it remains a contemporary, modern university for the students of tomorrow.

One of the foremost developments it the creation of an immersive and exciting ecosystem of makerspaces, which are dedicated to enhancing entrepreneurship and digital innovation in engineering. Students will be able to use their cutting-edge technologies and collaborative spaces to drive their progress in areas like design thinking, gamification, robotic and digital simulation, 3D printing and prototyping.

Recent makerspaces include the Creative Quadrant, located at the university's Business School, as well as the Engineer Makerspace at Harrison, and the Digital Makerspace in Exeter's Forum Library. Connecting these spaces through proven facilities like the Digital Humanities Lab unlocks revolutionary teaching and research methods that push well beyond the traditional lecture and seminar approach.

Another development is a purpose-built facility, the new Centre for Resilience Environment, Water and Waste (CREWW). This transdisciplinary research centre will be based in the Streatham Campus and will be a conduit for revolutionary research into the water sector. With impressive laboratory facilities and collaborative spaces, researchers, academics and industry partners will be able to use this new space to tackle the most pressing issues facing global water security today.

Other developments include increased capacity at the university's wellbeing services centre at the Streatham Campus, a new multi-faith centre featuring inclusive and flexible spaces, and redevelopment of a number of student residence accommodation.

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Teaching quality

Teaching quality

The University of Exeter is a prestigious Russell Group university which maintains its impressive position among UK and global rankings through a commitment to teaching excellence, academic rigour and research impact.

International students attending Exeter will be able to learn from some of the leaders in their field, using industry standard processes and cutting-edge research facilities to train as the future changemakers in their sector.

The university has a broad range of undergraduate and master's level degrees that are top ranked for quality and student satisfaction, including:

  • Accounting
  • Computer science
  • Data science
  • Engineering
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Finance
  • Law
  • Marketing
  • Renewable energy
  • And many more.

The full range of courses at Exeter can be found on the university's website, including information on the curriculum and learning outcomes of each.

Accessing life-changing education at Exeter has never been easier with a range of foundation and pathway programmes available through INTO University of Exeter. These are designed specifically for students who need to improve their English or academic English abilities, and are taught by ESL experts.

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Department structure

Department structure

The University of Exeter is divided up into three distinct faculties, which together host all of the university's academic departments - in addition to a number of university research institutes.

International students will be able to explore a wide range of courses offered across:

Faculty of Environment, Science and Economy

  • Computer Science
  • Earth and Environmental Sciences (including the Camborne School of Mines)
  • Ecology and Conservation
  • Engineering
  • Geography
  • Mathematics and Statistics
  • Physics and Astronomy

University of Exeter Business School

  • Economics
  • Finance and Accounting
  • Management

Faculty of Health and Life Sciences

  • Biosciences
  • Health and Care Professions
  • Psychology

University of Exeter Medical School

  • Clinical and Biomedical Sciences
  • Health and Community Sciences
  • Public Health and Sport Sciences

Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences

  • Arab and Islamic Studies
  • Archaeology and History
  • Classics, Ancient History, Religion and Theology
  • Communications, Drama and Film
  • English and Creative Writing
  • Humanities and Social Sciences, Penryn (Cornwall)
  • Languages, Cultures and Visual Studies
  • Law School
  • School of Education
  • Social and Political Sciences, Philosophy, and Anthropology

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Entry requirements

Entry requirements

The University of Exeter welcomes international students to apply for courses at undergraduate and postgraduate level, including taught and research qualifications.

Prospective students can consult the university's main study websites to find the UK entry requirements for courses they're interested in, before using the international student page to find equivalent grades for their home country.

Academic admissions criteria for each programme may vary depending on the subject of the course and the level of study. English requirements will also differ depending on the type of programme, so students should make sure to check this before submitting their application.

Students can submit scores from a range of English language tests in order to evidence their proficiency. For those who don't yet meet the required English language level, gaining the skills needed to progress onto a course at Exeter can be gained by studying a pathway programme at INTO University of Exeter.

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Facilities

Facilities

The University of Exeter is home to a range of world-class facilities. Whether it's contemporary learning and collaboration spaces, cutting-edge research technologies, industry-standard equipment and processes, or social spaces and food options, Exeter has it all.

Each of the university's four campuses – Streatham, St Luke's, Penryn and Truro – offer a unique blend of learning, lifestyle and leisure facilities. No matter what campus students find themselves in, they can be assured of a great range of sports facilities, places to eat and drink, private or collaborate study spaces, and impressive academic facilities.

Students will be able to benefit from various subject-specific academic facilities, which are state-of-the-art and allow them to train at the cutting edge of their field. These include ones like the Aquatic Resources Centre, with analytical labs and 14 aquaria, as well as high-end imaging units.

Other students may train with specialist resources in renewable energy generation, including excellent engineering laboratory facilities and research opportunities through the Environment and Sustainability Institute (ESI).

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Scholarships & funding

Scholarships & funding

The University of Exeter provides international students with access to a huge range of scholarship and funding opportunities, no matter whether they're an undergraduate or postgraduate learner. In fact, the university has a total of over GBP 5 million in scholarships available for students paying international fees in 2024.

There are a variety of award types, with the majority offering partial assistance in the form of tuition fee discounts or direct payments to students to cover lifestyle and other education costs. Each funding option has its own eligibility criteria and application process, so interested students should consult the relevant pages for their chosen scholarship or award before applying.

There are department-specific awards, as well as scholarships or grants offered to students on a certain course. There are also specific scholarships available to students depending on their nationality.

The university's funding database is a great place to start browsing for relevant scholarships, grants or other awards.

In addition to scholarships and grants, international students can also consider part-time work as another way to financially support themselves through their studies. The university's career zone can help students find and secure job opportunities.

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