University of Exeter: Rankings, Courses & Admissions

Infrastructure

The institution has the following campuses:

1. Streatham campus- Main university center with lecture theatre, reception, and more

2. St. Luke’s campus- Houses Sport and Health Sciences, Medical School, Academy of Nursing, and the Department of Allied Health Professions

3. Penryn campus-includes academic research and residential facilities

4. The Knowledge Spa in Truro, Cornwall- Houses the European Centre for Environment and Human Health (ECEHH)

5. The RILD Building- Includes health education and research center

The university also includes the following research institutes:

1. Institute for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (IDSAI)

2. Global Systems Institute (GSI)

3. Environment and Sustainability Institute (ESI)

4. Living Systems Institute (LSI)

5. The International Institute for Cultural Enquiry (IICE)

Moreover, there are laboratories and workshops dedicated to Electronics, Mechanical Physics, Chemistry, and many other fields.

The medium of instruction at the University of Exeter is English.

Academics

The University of Exeter, UK, generally invites undergraduate course applications between September and January. For 2022, the final deadline for international students is June 30, 2022. Similarly, the admission process for postgraduate programs, September entry will go live during the same timeline.

University of Exeter's admission process is as follows:

1. For UG programs, you can apply via the UCAS portal. But for PG programs, the application process is conducted internally.

2. Once you have chosen the course, complete your application and attach all the necessary documents like the English proficiency test and previous mark sheets.

3. Now, you can wait for an offer letter. You can receive either a conditional or an unconditional offer.

4. Accept the offer before the deadline by responding or paying the first tuition fee deposit. After the confirmation, you can start looking for accommodation and can finalize your visa details.

5. After checking the academic calendar, book your flight tickets to report to the campus for the student opening day.

University of Exeter's admission requirements has been listed below.

1. Applicants need to submit scores for any globally recognized English proficiency tests like IELTS, TOEFL iBT, or PTE. Depending on the course chosen, the minimum score required will vary. For most subjects, candidates must have 6.5 overall IELTS bands with 6 or 5.5 in each component. For Medical Imaging, Dual LLM, Nursing, or JD, the minimum score required is 7 with 6.5 in other sections.

2. Students must have scored above 80% on ICSE or CBSE boards for UG courses. For PG courses, the requirement is set at a minimum of 60-65% in the undergrad course pursued by the candidate.

Courses

The University of Exeter, UK, offers over 414 undergraduate and 218 postgraduate programs. These courses are classified under different categories like degree apprenticeships and honor programs. There are multiple research degree programs like Doctor of Philosophy, Engineering Doctorate, Doctor of Medicine, Masters of Research, Professional Doctorates, etc.

Some of the popular courses at the undergraduate level are based on the following domains:

1. Accounting and Finance

2. Computer Science

3. Biosciences

4. Business and Management

5. Environmental Science

6. Physics and Astronomy

7. Modern Language and Cultures

8. Theology and Religion

9. Philosophy

10. Neuroscience

Furthermore, some of the popular courses at the postgraduate level are based on the following domains:

1. Accounting

2. Classics and Ancient History

3. Climate Change

4. Data Science and Analytics

5. Education and Teacher Training

6. Drama

7. Economics

8. Sociology

9. Geography

10. Politics and International Relations

11. Mining Engineering

12. Healthcare and Medicine

Here is the credit breakdown for gaining undergraduate awards:

Type	NQF level of award	Total passed credit for the award	Maximum credit passed at the lowest level	Minimum credit passed at the level of award
Certificate of Higher Education (CertHE)	4	120	120 at level 4	90 at level 4
Diploma in Higher Education (DipHE)	5	240	150 at level 4	90 at level 4
Certificate in Education (Further Education)	2	120	30 at level 4	90 at level 5
Foundation Degree (FD)	5	240	150 at level 4	90 at level 5
Honours Degree (BA, BBL, BClinSci, BEng, BSc, LLB) (3 years)	6	360	150 at level 4	90 at level 6
Ordinary Degree (BA, BClinSci, BEng, BSc, LLB) (3 years)	6	300	150 at level 4	60 at level 6

 

For gaining postgraduate awards, the credit breakdown is:

Type	NQF level of award	Total passed credit for the award	Maximum credit passed at the lowest level	Minimum credit passed at the level of award
Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert)	7	60	15 at level 4, 5 or 6	45 at level 7
Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) (including Exeter School Direct)	7	60	NA	60 at level 7
Postgraduate Certificate in Education (Post Compulsory Education_ (PGCE – PCE) – Exeter College	7	120	30 at level 6	90 at level 7
Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip)	7	120	30 at levels 4, 5 or 6	90 at level 7
National Award in Special Educational Needs Coordination	7	60	NA	60 at level 7

 

In the list of the University of Exeter's top programs, you will also find the Exeter MBA and multiple postgraduate research degrees. Some research topics include

1. Education

2. Engineering

3. Film Studies

4. Healthcare and Medicine

5. Mathematics

6. Law

7. Geology

8. History

9. Finance

10. English

Lastly, as a prospective student, you should keep in mind the college academic calendar for the term 2022-23. It is as follows:

1. Autumn Term: 26 September- 16 December

2. Spring Term: 9 January- 31 March

3. Summer Term: 1 May- 16 June

Some of the vital event dates to note are:

1. Open Day: 3 September

2. Welcome Week for New Students starts: 19 September

3. Senior Leadership Group Planning Day: 28 September

4. Council Briefing Day: 12 October

5. UK Bank Holiday: 25- 27 December

6. Closure Day: 28- 30 December

Extracurricular and diversity

The University of Exeter, UK, includes approximately 5,450 international students from over 140 countries. The multicultural student community makes this institution one of the most diverse and best-ranked universities in the UK. There is an International Student Support Office for helping the selected candidates figure out accommodation, visa details, finances, travel, and healthcare-related queries.

Students can also choose to join any of the 180 Guild-associated societies as per their interests and preferences. Here, you will also find some of the quirkiest clubs like Chocolate Society or Hide and Seek Society in addition to the ones following conventional extracurricular activities.

If students want to indulge in any of the art forms or start a club not present in the list, they can easily start one. Additionally, one of the university’s top media networks X Media runs radio, news, and TV shows.

Career/professional

The University of Exeter is well connected to several top organizations in various industries like Science and Engineering, Finance and Investment, Arts, Media, Communication, etc. You can also join the vast network of 140,000 alumni and find their desired employment opportunities.

The institution also has a dedicated Career Zone to help students with different stages of future work planning. It is a web-based software that lists potential job opportunities and employability events. Here, you can also make inquiries and access career resources. In short, it is a one-stop destination to solve all future employment woes.

The program also aims to equip all job aspirants to Decide, Plan, and Compete for the upcoming professional challenges. Most people find themselves unsure of what decisions to take ahead or require guidance in understanding the working process of any industry. To overcome such issues, the experts and counselors are there to help you at each stage.

You can reach out to the advisors in the Career Zone either by walking in or signing up online. For a physical visit, you can visit the center in Streatham Campus between 0900 to 1700 hours or Penryn Campus between 1200 to 1600 hours.

Furthermore, for recently graduated students looking for internship opportunities to build a strong professional portfolio, there is a Graduate Business Partnership scheme. Here, eligible candidates get a chance to work with regional organizations and projects in a range of sectors. Some of the popular domains you can find an internship in are Product Development, Scientific and Environmental Research, IT and E-commerce, Marketing and Research, etc.

The institution also offers help to students in structuring and formatting their CVs, cover letters, or other application documents. For candidates selected for job interviews, the advisors help cover all bases and provide them with the proper guidance. Additionally, there are webinars and career mentoring sessions to provide detailed information regarding any upcoming opportunities in your respective fields.

Lastly, the University of Exeter is renowned for its stellar alumni. Some of the popular names include:

1. JK Rowling - Joanne Kathling Rowling is a world-famous British novelist and screenwriter who has penned down the best-selling Harry Potter series.

2. Fiona Shackelton - She is a British politician and solicitor, well known for representing royal family members and multiple celebrities. With her relentless approach towards work, she was bestowed with the nickname 'Steel Magnolia.'

3. Iwona Blazwick - Apart from supporting the youth artist community, Iwona is an art critic and a lecturer. She was also selected as the Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for her work in the same field.

4. Steven Culp - He is an American actor known for his appearance in movies like James and the Giant Peach, The Final Friday, Jason Goes to Hell, etc. Additionally, he has also worked in TV shows like Desperate Housewives, JAG, Bosch, etc.

5. Zara Phillips - She is a well-known athlete and equestrian. She is also the eldest granddaughter of Queen Elizabeth II and the daughter of Princess Anne. In the 2012 Summer Olympics, she bagged the silver medal as a part of the Eventing Team.

Financial

Managing the monthly budget for living in a foreign university is one of the top concerns for any international student. At the University of Exeter, you can choose catered or self-catered accommodation. For students choosing the former option, the yearly living expenses can reach up to GBP 11,177 (~INR 12 lakhs). For the latter, the estimated total cost amounts to GBP 10,241 (~INR 11 lakhs).

The tuition fees for undergraduate programs are mentioned below.

Program	Tuition Fee
BMBS Medicine	GBP 30,000 (~INR 30 lakhs)
Engineering, Physics (including Combined Honours Maths & Physics), Geology, Mining	GBP 23,450 (~INR 24 lakhs)
Biosciences, Geography, Medical Sciences (including Nursing), Psychology and Sport Sciences	GBP 22,950 (~INR 23 lakhs)
Accounting & Finance, Business & Management, and Economics	GBP 18,800 (~INR 19 lakhs)
Mathematics and Computer Science (including Mathematics with Accounting/Economics/Finance/Management)	GBP 21,450 (~INR 22 lakhs)
Flexible Combined Honours	GBP 20,500 (~INR 21 lakhs)

 

Lastly, the tuition fees that apply for international students for postgraduate programs are as follows:

Course	Tuition Fees
MSc Accounting and Finance (Full-time)	GBP 28,000 (~INR 28 lakhs)
MSc Business Analytics (Full-time)	GBP 25,000 (~INR 25 lakhs)
MSc Advanced Computer Science (Full-time)	GBP 23,000 (~INR 23 lakhs)
MSc Advanced Computer Science (Part-time)	GBP 11,500 (~INR 12 lakhs)
MSc Finance and Marketing (Full-time)	GBP 26,000 (~INR 26 lakhs)
Masters of Law LLM in International Law (Full-time)	GBP 20,500 (~INR 21 lakhs)

Disclaimer! All course fees/salaries/expenses are indicative.

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