Based in the beautiful and safe South West region of the UK, the University of Exeter offers exciting undergraduate and postgraduate degrees across a wide range of subjects. A member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-led institutions, Exeter consistently ranks highly for student satisfaction and delivers outstanding teaching and world-class research: it is one of the few Russell Group universities to have been awarded triple gold by the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF 2023), and more than 99% of its research is rated as being of international quality*.
Graduates from the University of Exeter go on to successful careers around the world, benefitting from the lifelong support of the University’s award-winning careers service. Within the UK, the University is in the top 10 institutions most targeted by the country’s top employers**. As an Exeter student, you’ll have access to outstanding careers support while you study and after graduation. This includes CV and job application help, career planning sessions, networking events, placement and part-time work opportunities, one-to-one mentoring with successful alumni and more.
*Research rated 4* + 3* + 2* in the Research Excellence Framework review 2021
**High Fliers Research, ‘The Graduate Market in 2024’ report
International Applications
The University of Exeter is home to over 30,000 students, including around 7,000 international students from 150 countries, creating a vibrant and diverse student community. The University provides a range of specific support to its international students, including visa advice, airport collections, academic support and more.
Entry requirements for each course, including English language requirements, can be found on undergraduate and postgraduate course webpages. More information about the University’s international entry requirements can be found here. International Foundation Year and various English language courses are offered by the University’s University of Exeter International Study Centre, based on its Streatham Campus.
Subject Areas
The University offers a wide variety of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees across its three faculties:
- Faculty of Health and Life Sciences: Biosciences, Health & Care Professions, Psychology, Clinical & Biomedical Sciences, Health & Community Sciences and Public Health & Sport Sciences.
- Faculty of Environment, Science and Economy: Computer Science, Earth & Environmental Science (inc. Camborne School of Mines), Ecology & Conservation, Engineering, Geography, Mathematics & Statistics, Physics & Astronomy, Economics, Finance & Accounting and Management.
- Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences: Arab & Islamic Studies, Archaeology & History, Classics, Ancient History, Religion & Theology, Communications, Drama & Film, English & Creative Writing, Languages, Cultures & Visual Studies, Humanities and Social Sciences (Cornwall), Law School, School of Education and Social & Political Sciences, Philosophy, & Anthropology.
Student life
At Exeter, academic excellence and outstanding career preparation are combined with the very best student life experience.
The University’s four beautiful campuses are based across Devon and Cornwall, a region which constantly ranks amongst the safest in the UK*. On the campuses, you’ll find cutting-edge facilities, picturesque historic buildings and plenty of peaceful green spaces. Off-campus, you’ll have everything from essential shops to international restaurants on your doorstep, as well as some of the UK’s most beautiful beaches. All the University’s campuses are well-connected by public transport, with London being only two and a half hours by train from the city of Exeter.
There are around 450 student clubs and societies at the University, allowing you to easily find new friends who share your interests and passions. Included in this number are many cultural societies, who work with the University to put on events for major cultural celebrations throughout the year, such as Spring Festival and Diwali. As the top ranked sports University in the South of England and Wales, you’ll also find an extensive variety of sports clubs and fitness facilities across Exeter’s campuses.
The University understands that there are times in every student’s journey when extra support may be needed, and it provides excellent services to make sure you can always access the help you need. These include a personal academic tutor, a dedicated International Student Support team, 24/7 wellbeing and security support, and more.
*Office for National Statistics data
Fees and funding
Course fees for each degree can be found on the University’s undergraduate and postgraduate course pages.
The University is committed to welcoming top students from around the world to study at Exeter and offers a wide range of scholarships and funding options for international students. More information can be found here.
Request a prospectus
For more information about undergraduate study, request an undergraduate prospectus
For more information about postgraduate (Masters) study, request a postgraduate prospectus
Other useful links
- Open days and visiting
- Information for international students
- Entry requirements
- Read our student blogs
- Follow the lives of our current students on Instagram
