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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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Erica

LLB Law

“In my first year I lived on campus and shared a flat with six people. I wasn’t keen on the nightlife scene so I was a bit worried about what my new flatmates would be like in terms of partying/drinking. Luckily though, my accommodation was a ‘quiet flat’ and a lot of us had similar personalities, which allowed me to settle in quickly and feel more…
– Erica
“As someone who has both been late diagnosed with ADHD and suffers from anxiety, Exeter accommodated me well, with lecturers providing many opportunities to discuss my various questions and providing exam accommodations.”
– Joshua
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Joshua

MSc Weather and Climate Science

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Reece

BA International Business and Spanish

“My course will definitely help me with my career progression. The Business side of my course has prepared me well for learning the details of the contemporary and future global business environment which I’d like to work in. The Modern languages (Spanish) side of my course will aid me in entering into the markets I see myself operating in, but has…
– Reece