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University of Exeter

(4)
153 reviews
Guardian University Guide 2025 ranking
18
14
13

Overview

University information
Level of study
Undergraduate 73%Postgraduate 27%
Mode of study
Full-time 95%Part-time 5%
Gender ratio
Female 52%Male 47%Other 0%
Where students come from
International 19%UK 81%
Number of students
32,470
Source: HESA
About University of Exeter

UCAS Code: E84

At the University of Exeter we combine teaching excellence and high levels of student satisfaction with world class research at our campuses in Devon and Cornwall. We are a member of the Russell Group of leading research-intensive universities with a global reputation. Our success is built on a strong partnership with our students and a clear focus on high performance.

Source: University of Exeter
Tuition Fees
  • First year tuition fees for UK students range from £9,250 to £9,535 with the most common fee for a course being £9,535.
  • International students pay between £23,700 and £47,500 in the first year, with most courses having a fee of £24,700.
Job prospects

Undergraduate

£25.2k

Average graduate salary

89%

Graduates in work or further study

Postgraduate

95%

Graduates in work or further study

Average graduate salary is determined 12 months after a student graduates

Graduates in work or further study percentage is determined 15 months after a student graduates

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Universities will list upcoming open days on their websites. Most will also have virtual open days; these are a great alternative if you really can't get there in person. For tips on preparing for open days, check the advice section here on The Uni Guide.

Courses

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Here are this uni's top 20 courses, based on UCAS points

University of Exeter New Logo152 UCAS points

Psychology with Professional Placement

BSc (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2025

University of Exeter - Exeter campuses

University of Exeter New Logo152 UCAS points

Mathematics with Finance

Msci (Hon) 4 Years full-time 2025

University of Exeter - Exeter campuses

University of Exeter New Logo152 UCAS points

Sport and Exercise Medical Sciences with Professional Training Year

BSc (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2025

University of Exeter - Exeter campuses

University of Exeter New Logo152 UCAS points

Dual LLB / Juris Doctor (JD) with the Chinese University of Hong Kong

LLB (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2025

University of Exeter - Exeter campuses

University of Exeter New Logo152 UCAS points

Mathematics with Economics and a Year in Industry

Msci (Hon) 5 Years full-time 2025

University of Exeter - Exeter campuses

University of Exeter New Logo152 UCAS points

Mathematics with Accounting

Msci (Hon) 1 Years full-time 2025

University of Exeter - Exeter campuses

University of Exeter New Logo152 UCAS points

Mathematics with Management

Msci (Hon) 4 Years full-time 2025

University of Exeter - Exeter campuses

University of Exeter New Logo152 UCAS points

Mathematics with Management and a Year in Industry

Msci (Hon) 5 Years full-time 2025

University of Exeter - Exeter campuses

University of Exeter New Logo152 UCAS points

English with Study in North America

BA (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2025

University of Exeter - Exeter campuses

University of Exeter New Logo152 UCAS points

Mathematics

Msci (Hon) 4 Years full-time 2025

University of Exeter - Exeter campuses

University of Exeter New Logo152 UCAS points

Mathematics with Finance and a Year in Industry

Msci (Hon) 5 Years full-time 2025

University of Exeter - Exeter campuses

University of Exeter New Logo152 UCAS points

Medicine

BMBS 5 Years full-time 2025

University of Exeter - Exeter campuses

University of Exeter New Logo152 UCAS points

Mathematics with Accounting and a Year in Industry

Msci (Hon) 5 Years full-time 2025

University of Exeter - Exeter campuses

University of Exeter New Logo152 UCAS points

Mathematics with Economics

Msci (Hon) 4 Years full-time 2025

University of Exeter - Exeter campuses

University of Exeter New Logo144 UCAS points

Politics Philosophy and Economics with Employment Experience Abroad

BA (Hons) 4 Years full-time including placement abroad 2025

University of Exeter - Exeter campuses

University of Exeter New Logo144 UCAS points

Philosophy and Politics with Employment Experience

BA (Hons) 4 Years full-time with year in industry 2025

University of Exeter - Exeter campuses

University of Exeter New Logo144 UCAS points

Systems Engineering

MEng (Hon) 4 Years full-time 2025

University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall

University of Exeter New Logo144 UCAS points

Politics Philosophy and Economics with Employment Experience

BA (Hons) 4 Years full-time with year in industry 2025

University of Exeter - Exeter campuses

University of Exeter New Logo144 UCAS points

Biomedical Engineering

MEng (Hon) 4 Years full-time 2025

University of Exeter - Exeter campuses

University of Exeter New Logo144 UCAS points

Environmental Engineering

MEng (Hon) 4 Years full-time 2025

University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall

Reviews & discussions

(4)
Based on 153 reviews
5 star
28%
4 star
53%
3 star
16%
2 star
3%
1 star
1%
All reviews

Showing 33 reviews

1st year student

Term 1 timetable was somewhat good, the majority of days started with lectures or classes at 0830 with multiple days having lectures until 1730 however, physics is a very intensive course and these are within the university opening hours so it is not a massive complaint. Term 2 timetable is great wi...

(4)

1 year ago

Graduate

The course is interesting and up to date. The lecturers are knowledgable and helpful. Although aome of The lectures could be more interactive, they are mostly student centered. Feedbacks can be poor sometimes.

(4)

1 year ago

1st year student

Timetable is good although Exeter means there are some 8:30s which sometimes can feel too early rnModule content is great! Some I don't enjoy as much but that's just due to the broad range that they cover. Most of the quality of teaching is good! A few not so good lecturers but still can make do.

(4)

1 year ago

3rd year student

Timetable are loose. Structure is fine. Module content provides insights into the overview of medical sciences. Quality of teaching is great along with quality of lectures

(5)

1 year ago

1st year student

Good quality of teaching with interesting topics covered. Time table intuitive and spread out enough to not feel too cluttered.

(4)

1 year ago

2nd year student

University is generally very good with socieites which I have been actively involved with and are of high standard. Social life is also very good and has a community feel where it is very common to see people you know around campus and in the city, which I like. Teaching in my first year was disrupt...

(4)

1 year ago

Undergraduate students were asked to rate their universities on each of the following attributes. You can see their ratings here, along with whether these ratings are high, medium or low in comparison to other universities.

54%

Nightlife

low

68%

Political

high

58%

Creative

med

81%

Sporty

high

72%

Student Union

med

Source: University Student Reviews and Survey

National Student Survey (NSS) scores

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

84%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

92%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

81%

med

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

89%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

81%

low

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

83%

med

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

78%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

84%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

74%

low

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

78%

low

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

77%

low

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

61%

low

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

70%

low

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

70%

low

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

86%

med

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

84%

low

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

79%

med

How well organised is your course?

82%

high

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

84%

med

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

89%

med

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

87%

med

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

55%

low

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

85%

med

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

76%

med

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

69%

med

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

86%

med

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

75%

med

My contribution during placement(s) as part of the clinical team was valued.

71%

med

I was given opportunities to meet my required practice learning outcomes / competences.

85%

med

I was allocated placement(s) suitable for my course.

92%

high

I received sufficient preparatory information prior to my placement(s).

70%

med

I received appropriate supervision on placement(s).

84%

high

My practice supervisor(s) understood how my placement(s) related to the broader requirements of my course.

73%

low

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