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Explore the University of Exeter through the eyes of our current students and Alumni. Whether you’re considering studying with us in the future, or have already joined us, you can hear the honest reviews and stories from our students on topics ranging from budgeting to careers, support and wellbeing to accommodation and packing for university.

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Spotlight on: Settling in to life at Uni

Finding your community at Exeter as an international student – by Ashley

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Jena shares everything she wishes she knew before coming to our Penryn Campus in first year!

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Support for international students

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Belong, connect, succeed at Exeter – Hannah talks wellbeing and safety

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Jena shares everything she wishes she knew before coming to our Penryn Campus in first year!

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When Matty met Mabel – student wellbeing support

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Top 3 Study Spots on Exeter’s Streatham Campus

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Jessica

MSci Geology

“I spent my whole school life alongside my younger brother, as we went to the same primary school and then neighbouring secondary schools, so moving seven hours away from Kent to come to university was a really big step for me. I came straight from sixth form where I studied A levels in Geography, Maths and Spanish, and I wanted to make sure I was …
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“As an international student, it was hard at first to adapt to a completely new culture. However, I was picked up by the University Welcome Team from the airport and welcomed into my accommodation, which made the transition much less scary. There are some lovely student-run societies, such as the Afro-Caribbean Society, which holds events throughou…
– Nonye
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Nonye

BMBS Medicine

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Joshua

MSc Weather and Climate Science

I have greatly enjoyed (and will continue to enjoy) my masters project: studying chaotic variability in coupled ice streams. By seeking out a project that appealed greatly to me, I have maintained an enthusiastic and curious approach to research which, with the support of my supervisor, lead to my presenting at the British Applied Mathematics Collo…
– Joshua
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