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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

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

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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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Join student Erika on a tour of Glasney Village on our Cornwall Campus

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Eica, LLB Law
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
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“I chose to stay at Lafrowda due to several reasons. Firstly, its prime location near the main University building and the Business School greatly appealed to me. As a student, having easy access to these facilities was crucial for my daily activities and convenience. Additionally, my preference for a studio accommodation played a role in my dec…
– Brian
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Brian

MA Advanced Computer Science with Business

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Albina

LLB Law with Professional Placement

“I’m originally from Ukraine, so adapting to the education system in England was completely new to me, especially when it came to preparing for university. When it was time to apply, I didn’t know much about cities or universities in the UK, so I spent a lot of time attending open days and doing detailed online research because I knew how important…
– Albina
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