University of Exeter

Exeter

Location: Seaside, City, Rural

Student life

You’ll find plenty of opportunities to explore music, art, theatre and nightlife, whichever campus you choose. Both locations offer green campuses in stunning surroundings.

Our diverse student-run societies range from the conventional (such as English Soc, Ski Club, Photosoc, and Jazz Orchestra), to the more esoteric (Chocolate Society and Hide and Seek Society), offering you plenty of ways to immerse yourself in university life.

Exeter is a lively, vibrant city with a thriving independent sector. Boutique shops sit alongside high street stores, while quirky cafes and restaurants add to its charm. With its Gothic cathedral, scenic river, and safe, walkable city centre, everything is right on your doorstep.

Cornwall, home to our Penryn Campus, boasts breathtaking beaches, hidden coves, and dramatic cliffs. Its strong independent spirit is reflected in local businesses and a renowned food scene. With a rich history of artistic and scientific innovation, it’s an inspiring place to study.

What's it like to live in South West?
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The South West of England is made up of seven counties, with rural areas surrounding key student cities – from Plymouth and Bournemouth up to Bath, Bristol and Cheltenham & Gloucester.

You'll find many a festival – including the world-famous Glastonbury. And if you're a cider or cheese buff, you'll have plenty to try in the South West. You can always walk it off in Dartmoor and Exmoor national parks, or beautiful countryside from the Cotswolds to Land's End.

Cornwall, Dorset, and Devon are big coastal favourites, with idyllic beaches and waves to test the bravest surfers.

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What's it like to live in Exeter ?
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Exeter's large student population adds a diverse and buzzy vibe to the city's sleepier side. You'll find alternative live music, fun festivals, and miles of glorious beaches on your doorstep.

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Campus and facilities

Streatham Campus, Exeter
Acknowledged as one of the most beautiful campuses in the UK, our 350-acre Streatham Campus boasts immaculately preserved gardens, lakes and woodlands that integrate seamlessly with the University’s historic and modern architecture.

Penryn Campus, Cornwall
Shared with Falmouth University, our Penryn Campus is nestled in 100 acres of gorgeously maintained Cornish countryside and provides spectacular views over the Fal Estuary.

St Luke’s Campus, Exeter
Founded in 1854 as a teacher training college, our St. Luke’s Campus is located on the eastern edge of the city centre and is home to Sport and Health Sciences, the Medical School, the Academy of Nursing and more.

Truro Campus, Cornwall
Situated at the Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital (Treliske) site, our Truro Campus is the base for University of Exeter Medical School students studying for a proportion of their Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery (BMBS) degree during years 2, 3, 4 and 5.

Course locations