Choosing to study at university is a big decision and we understand that you may feel both excited and nervous about it. Whether it’s your education, student experience or wellbeing, we’re committed to supporting you every step of the way.
Your campus experience
We’re lucky to have some of the UK’s most beautiful green campuses, providing plenty of space to relax, socialise, and connect with nature. Whether you prefer historic buildings or modern facilities, you’ll find the perfect environment to thrive.
At Exeter’s Streatham and St Luke’s campuses, you’ll be just a short journey from stunning coastlines, national parks, and the vibrant city centre—regularly rated one of the best places to live and study in the UK. If you’re planning to live in university accommodation, Exeter Accommodation room finder can help you explore your options.
At our Penryn Campus, you’ll be within walking distance of Penryn’s independent shops and cafés, with nearby Falmouth offering a thriving arts and music scene, scenic harbours, and beautiful beaches. Cornwall’s rugged coastline, biking trails, and cultural hotspots are all within easy reach. Visit our Accommodation in Cornwall room finder to discover your university accommodation options if you’ll be studying at the Penryn Campus.
Wherever you choose to live, on or off campus, you’ll be part of a friendly, supportive community, with help available for accommodation, wellbeing, and student life to ensure you feel at home.
It’s SJ and Emerald here today; to introduce you to some of the most crucial insider knowledge that you just must know before you begin your journey at the University of Exeter. From lectures and accommodation to nightlife and even the campus cat! We’re here to get you up to speed about both the Exeter and Penryn locations so that you’re fully prepared, ready for September when you join the Exeter family.
Your future starts here
As a leading Russell Group university, we offer an outstanding learning environment and inclusive support to help all students achieve their ambitions.
With students from over 150 countries, our diverse and welcoming community makes Exeter an exciting place to study. We’re here to support your transition to university, whether you’re joining us from nearby or across the world.
We know university is a big financial commitment, so we offer bursaries, scholarships, and financial support to help you succeed. Our Success for All fund, created with our alumni, provides extra help for students facing financial challenges.
Hi everyone! I’m Lucy. University is an exciting time of independence, but for many this comes the challenge of budgeting and learning how to manage living costs, such as rent, for the first time. However, the range of schemes and resources for financial support that the University of Exeter offers reassured me that money did not need to be a barrier to higher education.
Your community
Being a student at Exeter is about more than academics—it’s about fun, friendships, and new experiences. We work closely with the Students’ Guild in Exeter and Students' Union in Cornwall to make sure you feel welcome and supported.
With over 90 sports clubs and 450 societies, there’s something for everyone, including cultural societies that celebrate events like Diwali and Chinese New Year, helping you feel at home.
From volunteering to research, we’re passionate about making a difference. When you join our community, you’ll be part of one that’s committed to positive change.
Hey, I’m Ruby a second Geography student at the University of Exeter on the Penryn Campus. As rewarding and interesting as the course is, I must admit that societies do make the university experience! Joining Surf Society (FalSurf), Hip-Hop Society, Geography Society (GEMS) and Feminist Society (FalFem) completely transformed my whole experience and was the main way I met all of my closest friends at uni, so I couldn’t recommend giving it a go enough.
Your wellbeing
University life is exciting, but we know there may be times when you need extra support. That’s why we offer 24/7 help, from calm spaces on campus to wellbeing and cost of living advice.
If you're joining us from overseas, our International Student Support team is here to guide you before you arrive and once you're here—offering advice on visas, healthcare, banking, travel, and more.
At Exeter, your voice matters, and we’re committed to putting students first. Discover the wellbeing support available to you when you join us.
Moving away from home or living on your own for the first time can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re moving far away from home or to a completely different country. However, this blog is here to help you prepare for this transitional period, coming from someone who moved over 6 hours away from home. Hopefully this blog can help alleviate some of your concerns and make the process of living on your own and starting university life that little bit easier!
Your future career
At Exeter, our commitment to you lasts a lifetime—Exeter Forever is more than a phrase, it’s our promise. As a graduate, you’ll join a global community of 155,000+ professionals across 183 countries, shaping the world around us.
Our award-winning Career Zone supports you every step of the way, whether you have a clear career path or are still exploring. From internships and job placements to CV workshops and networking with top employers, we’ll help you take your next step with confidence.
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Follow us on social media
The feed below shows the latest posts from our Facebook, TikTok and Instagram channels giving you an insight into life at the University of Exeter. We also have our Exeter Uni Life Instagram account where students take over the account each week and our Threads account. To get a feel for life on our Penryn Campus, follow our University of Exeter Cornwall Instagram.
