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

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

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Chloe

BA International Business and Spanish

“My course has supported my future career as it has set me up with many different skills I will need in the workplace. For example, through group projects I have learned leadership, collaboration, and communication skills. I have also had the opportunity to learn transferable skills such as research and analysis, time management, and problem-solvin…
– Chloe
“Having studied at the Streatham Campus for a year before moving to the Penryn Campus, I have to say that student life at Streatham is fantastic! The community is welcoming and there are tons of societies and sports for us to try. One of my fondest memories would definitely be the Freshers’ Fayre! Another memorable thing is the events, such as Diwa…
– Cheryl
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Cheryl

BSc Environmental Sciences

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Aniefiok

MSc International Business

“Hi, my name is Aniefiok, and I’m a postgraduate student studying MSc International Business. Prior to studying…I worked as the founder and creative director of my fashion brand…[and] I worked as a regional brand manager for another fashion brand and as a brand strategist for a mobile retail brand in Nigeria… What won me over about the Int…
– Aniefiok