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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

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

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Support for international students

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

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Sumiah
Sumiah

BA Middle East Studies

“I’m Sumiah, I’m Egyptian-American studying BA Middle Eastern Studies. I had no idea what I wanted to study at university, but I ended up at a talk at the Institute of Islamic Studies at the Exeter open day. I had a chat with some student ambassadors who studied at the Institute about their programmes and it sounded perfect. For someone like me,…
– Sumiah
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“It is completely natural to feel overwhelmed and to experience a range of emotions, especially when you are adjusting to a different culture in a new country. However, the University has an excellent wellbeing department that particularly focuses on the concerns frequently raised by students who may have difficulty with personal challenges or face…
– Abbas
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Abbas

MSc Finance and Investment

Amna, studying MSc Business Analytics
Amna

MSc Business Analytics

“My academic journey was not without challenges. Alongside coursework and coding exercises, I faced personal wellbeing issues. During these moments, the University’s commitment to its students truly came to light. The Wellbeing team provided me with unwavering support, creating an individualised learning plan that allowed me to seek extensions when…
– Amna
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