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The rankings assess over 2,000 universities across five key areas: Teaching, Research Environment, Research Quality, Industry, and International Outlook. Exeter's strongest improvement came in Teaching, where we rose by more than 80 places, reflecting our commitment to delivering future-focused, high-value degrees for all students.
Explore how our research and partnerships tackle pressing global challenges. Find your next collaborator among our experts.
Our commitment to a Greener, Healthier and Fairer Future has been recognised in the Times Higher Education Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026, where we are named one of the top 20 institutions for our progress towards delivering the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. We achieved our strongest performance in SDG12, Responsible Consumption and Production, ranking 2nd globally.
1136th in the QS World University Rankings 2027, 2 16th in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2027, 16th in The Guardian University Guide 2027 and 11th in the Complete University Guide 2027, 3 The Graduate Market in 2026 report by High Fliers Research, 4Times Higher Education (THE) Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026
Exeter has been named ‘University of the Year’ at the prestigious national Social Mobility Awards celebrating outstanding support for social mobility.
The University is amongst an elite group of Higher Education institutions to be recognised as consistently providing outstanding teaching, learning and student outcomes to secure the ‘Gold Overall’ standard in the TEF assessment.
"I love living in Exeter, there are so many gorgeous green spaces and we are so close to the beach, so the summer term is perfect! It’s so easy to travel down to Exmouth or Dawlish on the train and soak up the sun. Not only do I now have practical skills, but I also have so much experience to put on my CV that will help me find jobs in the competitive performing arts industry post-graduation. The careers support at Exeter is amazing, I’ve found out about the next steps I can take to pursue jobs in the industry and feel completely supported as I get ready to graduate."
Elsie studying BA Drama at our Streatham Campus.
"Exeter feels like a close and small family to me. I’ve met people from diverse backgrounds with unique stories and perspectives, which has helped me to expand my mindset about a lot of things and overall enriched my university experience. This lively environment has made my time here enjoyable and memorable, and I am sure that these are the days I am going to cherish in my life going forward."
Namit studying MSc Financial Analysis and Fund Management at our Streatham Campus.
"I have no doubt that this course is the best step I could take towards my professional development. The extracurricular events such as weekly guest seminars and frequent career services such as fairs create an environment which encourages networking and shows that countless job, placement and PhD opportunities exist. Conservation is essential all over the world which is why I love the international approach taken by my course, whether it be learning about the work of the academic staff or going on field courses. I have had the chance to spend two weeks travelling across Kenya to learn about the challenges of human-wildlife interactions and conservation initiatives in unique tropical ecosystems."
Hugo studying MSc Conservation and Biodiversity at our Penryn Campus.
"My course, BSc Marketing and Management, shares a lot of modules in its first year with students doing other Business School courses, which has been great for meeting loads of different people from all walks of life. As part of the ‘With Industrial Experience’ programme, I am looking forward to spending the third year of my course gaining first-hand insight and knowledge of the business sector, which will really help my employability after my degree is completed. "
Dominique studying BSc Marketing and Management at our Streatham Campus.
"I live locally, so choosing Exeter was actually a pretty easy decision for me. It meant I could stay close to home, but also study a really niche course – I’m doing Sport and Exercise Medical Sciences, which only two other unis provide. Plus, the cricket programme here is top tier, which was a massive part of why I chose it too."
Lucy studying BSc Exercise and Sport Sciences at our St Luke's Campus.
