Transition support and Enhanced Induction Programme
Starting university is an exciting time, but it can also feel overwhelming—especially if you're navigating new experiences or coming from a background that hasn’t always been fully represented in higher education. That’s why we’ve created the Enhanced Induction Programme: a supportive series of events, both in person and online, designed for undergraduate students to help you feel confident, connected, and ready to thrive at university.
Whether you're looking to meet new people, explore student life, or get practical advice on settling in, this programme is here to make your transition smoother. Each event is tailored to help you build a strong foundation for your university journey. Pick which events best suit your needs.
More information can be found below, along with the eligibility criteria for these events
You are eligible for this programme if:
You are a Home UG student
PLUS at least one of the following:
- You are an Exeter Senior Scholar (through successful completion of the Exeter Scholars, Realising Opportunities or Pathways to Law programmes)
- You are a mature student (over 21 when you start your studies)
- You are care experienced
- You are estranged from your parent(s)/carer(s)
- You are a carer
- You are an Exeter Sanctuary Scholar
- You experience any of the following: diagnosed specific learning difficulty, autistic spectrum condition, sensory impairment, physical disability, a long term medical condition or mental health difficulty that has lasted for at least a year (or is likely to)
- You are progressing to Exeter via the Business & Business Management Course run in partnership with Exeter College
- You will be joining one of the University of Exeter foundation year courses
We will be running an on-campus event on both the Streatham & Penryn campus in the run up to you starting your studies. Hearing from staff and current students you will have the opportunity to have a greater understanding of life at university, tailored to your needs.
By attending the event you will have the opportunity to:
- Learn more about your department/faculty and support and opportunities available
- Meet other students who are also starting at the university
- Get top tips from current students about how to adjust to university life
- Have a greater understanding of the support available to you and who to contact
- Learn about the financial support available and get some useful money management advice.
Settle in Sessions - dates for your diary
Exeter - Wednesday 3 September 2025 (Streatham Campus)
Cornwall - Sunday 14 September 2025 (Penryn Campus)
If you have any questions regarding the Settle in Sessions or the wider Enhanced Induction Programme, please email: enhancedinduction@exeter.ac.uk
Studying on St Luke’s Campus
Come along to an online session to find out more about studying on our St Luke's Campus. Hear from our current students as they give their top tips for studying at St Luke's.
This session will be held on Thursday 4 September from 18:00 to 19:00
Eligible students will be contacted directly with info about how to attend this session.
To express an interest in attending any of the Settle in Sessions and Life at St Luke's online event, please complete our online form and we will be in touch once booking is open.
Express your interest
ASC Transition Days for Prospective Students (Exeter)
Transition days provide students with an opportunity to become familiar with the University during a quieter period, and prepares them to successfully manage their transition to university.
We will be running an on-campus and an online ASC Transition Days. The on campus event will take place on Friday 27th June and the Online event will be on Tueday 9 September. Both events will cover the same topics.
Please note that the number of attendees will be capped for the in-person transition day, but there will be no cap for the online event later in the year.
The day will include:
- an overview of AccessAbility and Wellbeing support, and DSA information
- a campus and accommodation tour
- a Question-and-Answer session with current students - current students will answer some prepared questions, with the opportunity for attendees to ask questions also
- an Academic Overview from a Personal Tutor - including detail on what to expect in your teaching sessions
- What to Expect When You Arrive - Information on Welcome Week and accommodation
How to book your place
Please complete the booking form below to express your interest. You can also add any questions that you might want us to answer on the day to the booking form.
Further details for the event will be emailed to attendees nearer the time.
Further information regarding support for students with autism spectrum conditions can be found here
Setting up your support prior to the start of your course
If you have not already done so, we strongly recommend that you fill out our Prospective Student Online Form as soon as possible to give us further information about the support adjustments you may require at Exeter. This can include accommodation needs and academic adjustments:
Prospective Student Online Form
We also recommend you apply for Disabled Students’ Allowances as soon as you can, as this can give you access to support including assistive technology and software, and regular specialist mentoring sessions. DSA can take up to 14 weeks to be agreed, so it is best to start the application process as soon as possible:
Disabled Students’ Allowances (DSA)
If you have any questions, please get in touch with AccessAbility@exeter.ac.uk
Getting started with Study Skills
Wednesday 10th September 2025, 10:00-15:00
This full day event includes a series of introductory workshop for students entering or returning to academic study. The programme of activities is designed to provide students new to Higher Education with a variety of techniques and strategies to prepare them for successful study.
The workshops are run by our experienced team of study skills advisers from an array of backgrounds and subject specialisms. Throughout the day we will explore important study skills needed for Higher Education:
- Getting to grips with digital skills needed for Higher Education study
- Organising your study routine to make the best use of time available
- Understanding essay questions and developing and structuring an argument
- Planning, writing and reviewing your academic writing
- Understanding referencing and citation in your writing
You will be able to attend the event either in-person, on the Streatham Campus, Exeter or online via Microsoft Teams. For those attending the in-person event, lunch will be provided.
Workshop programme
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10:00
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Registration |
Short introduction to the skills team and outline of the day |
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10:15 |
Introduction to digital skills |
Exploration of some the digital tools that you will use whilst studying; we will practise using ELE – the universities virtual learning environment, and the digital library resources. There will also be a discussion around Artificial Intelligence and your study. |
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11.15 |
Tea/coffee break |
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11.30
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Time management for study |
Outline of key time management strategies that will help you organise your study routine. |
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12:15 |
Lunch break |
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13:00 |
Introduction to academic writing I |
Using tools to understand and break down the assessment question and reviewing strategies for structuring an academic assignment. |
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13:45 |
Tea/coffee break |
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14:00 |
Introduction to academic writing II |
Identifying features of good academic writing and understanding how to reference and cite in your writing. |
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15:00 |
End of day |
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To register for the event please use the following links:
Attend in-person event at Streatham Campus, Exeter (50 spaces available):
Attend online via Microsoft Teams:
Registration for the event will close on Monday 8th September
Arrival
The Accomodation pages tell you how to book a slot for arrival and checking in to your accomodation, alongside tips and tricks in our arrivals portal
Don't forget to check out the new student guide webpages to help you navigate your first few weeks at University.
The Students' Guild also offers some great tips to make the most of Welcome Week.
Check out the peer mentoring schemes to get a current student to mentor you, this could be based upon academic courses or similar life experiences such as being a Mature Student.
Continued support throughout your studies
Whilst our Enhanced Induction Programme has been developed to include both face to face and online activities before you arrive. We want to make sure that transition support does not only consist of set events but that it is there for you whenever you need it.
The Student Minds charity has produced this really useful transtion guide
There is a range of support for Widening Participation students including financial, academic, wellbeing and peer support.
You may also be interested in our ‘Adjusting to University Life’ booklet.
Use the links below to identify the support services and activities most useful for you and to find out how you can engage with them.
Wellbeing Services is our umbrella term for the multiple wellbeing teams we have here at the University. We are made up of three main pathways including:
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Psychological Therapies Pathway
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Mental Health Pathway
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AccessAbility Pathway
Wellbeing Services also includes the Exeter Access Centre.
Psychological therapies
Our Psychological Therapies Pathway offers confidential support for students experiencing difficulties with their mental health/wellbeing. Psychological therapies are provided by qualified practitioners who aim to help you cope more effectively with any personal and/or emotional difficulties that may arise during your time at University.
Mental Health Support
The Mental Health Pathway team provide advice and support to students with a range of mental health difficulties. All of the team are registered mental health professionals. The role of the Mental Health Pathway is to consider support options and reasonable adjustments for students in relation to how their mental health impacts on their ability to study and manage at University. We also provide comprehensive, ongoing advice and guidance to students with mental health difficulties.
AccessAbility Support
Our AccessAbility pathway is made up of a team of disability specialists dedicated to supporting students with a disability or long-term health condition, including Specific Learning Difficulties and Autism Spectrum Conditions.
Wellbeing Workshops, Groups and Courses
Wellbeing Services offer a broad range of workshops to help support students in their time at Exeter. These are facilitated by the Psychological Therapies Pathway, who focus on issues surrounding students' wellbeing, and the AccessAbility Pathway, who focus on issues surrounding study skills and the effects of disability and long-term health conditions on study.
Our workshops have been tailored to focus on concerns that are frequently raised by students during their time at University. In this supportive space, you are offered practical tips and techniques to help you work through any problems you may be experiencing. Students often value the shared experience of a group and tell us that it helps to feel that they are not the only one struggling with something. While there is opportunity for discussion, there is no expectation for you to take part.
Care-leaver Transition to University Guide
Care-leaver Transition to University Guide
Young Carers Transition to University Guide
My Wellbeing Toolkit
Looking after your emotional health and wellbeing is an important skill both at university and in your everyday life. Building skills which enable you to be more resilient in the face of challenges is an effective way of supporting your wellbeing. We cannot avoid challenges or difficult experiences but we can learn to respond differently to these events.
Most students will experience some uncomfortable feelings whilst they are studying. This is a normal part of adapting to university life. However, developing skills which support you to better respond to challenging situations can help to minimise their impact on your wellbeing.
The My Wellbeing Toolkit provides information and techniques for students to help them think about skills which could support them to stay healthy and resilient at university. The topics covered are:
- Identifying Your Values
- Identifying Your Strength
- Looking After Your Wellbeing
- Creating Action Plans
- Developing Connections
- Developing Self-Compassion
- Problem Solving Techniques
- Changing Thought Patterns
How do I get in touch with Wellbeing Services?
Please see our make an appointment webpage for details on booking an appointment, and to see our contact information.
The Exeter Award - is designed to enhance your employability by providing official recognition and evidence of extra-curricular activities and achievements. These include engagement in work experience and voluntary work and attendance at skills sessions and training courses. Further information on how to achieve the Exeter Award can be found at www.exeter.ac.uk/exeteraward
The Exeter Leaders Award - The Leaders Award recognises leadership and provides a framework to help you develop as a leader. Further information can be found at www.exeter.ac.uk/exeterleadersaward
Career Mentor Scheme - The Career Mentor Scheme is a unique opportunity for students to be matched with an experienced professional to gain one-to-one careers advice, support and guidance into their profession and sector for 6-months. The scheme is open to students of all years, UG and PG.
Access to Internships (A2I) - Access to Internships (A2I) is a scheme to help Exeter students secure a paid internship. We help you identify and approach employers of your choice to create a paid internship. We also offer generous funding towards the cost of your paid internship.
Exeter Student Ambassador Scheme (ESA) - The Exeter Student Ambassador Scheme allows current students to share their first-hand experiences of life as a University of Exeter student to a variety of different audiences, providing a positive, authentic and unscripted insight into the world of higher education. The paid work student ambassadors undertake involves both promoting the University of Exeter as an institution to prospective students and visitors; and helping to widen participation in higher education more generally by providing information, advice and guidance to young people from a diverse range of backgrounds who are under-represented.
My Career Zone – This is your portal to everything to do with your employability, from booking an appointment for career advice to searching for vacancies. Log in using your Exeter details and ask questions, view FAQs, read info sheets and find relevant websites you may be interested in. Book events and view The Exeter Award +system. You can also view all vacancies and opportunities including graduate jobs, internships, casual, part time jobs, volunteering and so on.
My Career Zone Digital – Is a new addition to My Career Zone, hosting a number of online support materials and interactive activities, including e-learning courses, industry intelligence, video interviewing software, business skills, podcasts and much more.
No one understands the student experience better than students. Peer Support matches 1st year students with current 2nd-final year undergraduates on both subject-specific and cross-Faculty peer schemes to help you settle into university life. There are a range of schemes open to students on Streatham, St Luke’s and Penryn campuses. Find out more on the Peer Support website.