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Summary
The University of Exeter offers exciting courses in beautiful and historic settings in Devon and Cornwall. Welcoming 30,000 students from 150 countries to its four friendly campuses, Exeter is a Russell Group university offering outstanding student experiences. Home to world-leading academics including the UK's five most influential climate scientists, Exeter strives to use the power of education and research to create a sustainable, healthy, and socially just future.

Student statistics
These stats give you an idea of what the student population looks like at this university.
Study level
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Undergraduate74%Postgraduate26%
Study mode
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Full-time89%Part-time11%
Student population
- More than 25,000 students
Where students come from
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UK75%International20%EU5%
Student gender
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Male 46%Female 54%
League table performance
See the latest league table performance of this university - overall, by subject, and its ranking during the past five years.
University League Table 2025
Overall ranking
14th out of 130
Overall ranking trend - past 5 years
Ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 1000801 80%14th
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Entry standards
/ Max 212164 77%22nd
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.07 77%58th
15 -
Research quality
/ Max 43.35 84%20th
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Research intensity
/ Max 10.69 69%17th
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Academic services spend
/ Max 33251782 54%71st
12 -
Facilities spend
/ Max 22261144 51%9th
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Student - staff ratio
/ Min 10.316.069th
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Continuation
/ Max 10097.0 97%12th
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Graduate prospects – outcomes
/ Max 10085.1 85%21st
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Graduate prospects – on track
/ Max 10078.2 78%36th
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Subject League Tables 2025
Subjects ranked in the top ten
- Accounting & Finance
- African & Middle Eastern Studies
- Anthropology
- Archaeology
- Biological Sciences
- Biomedical Sciences
- Business & Management Studies
- Civil Engineering
- Classics
- Computer Science
- Drama, Dance & Cinematics
- Economics
- Electrical & Electronic Engineering
- English
- French
- General Engineering
- Geography & Environmental Science
- Geology
- German
- History
- History of Art, Architecture & Design
- Iberian Languages
- Italian
- Law
- Marketing
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Medical Technology & Bioengineering
- Medicine
- Nursing & Midwifery
- Philosophy
- Physics & Astronomy
- Politics
- Psychology
- Russian & East European Languages
- Sociology
- Sports Science
- Theology & Religious Studies
Overall ranking
9th out of 103
Subject ranking trend - past 5 years
Accounting & Finance ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 10095.0 95%9th
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Entry standards
/ Max 227154 68%18th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.11 78%56th
30 -
Research quality
/ Max 43.46 87%6th
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Continuation
/ Max 10094.2 94%51st
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10092.0 92%1st
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Campus locations
Study options
Discover degree options and the different types of courses at this university.
Frequently asked questions
A member of the UK’s prestigious Russell Group, Exeter is one of the few institutions to have achieved gold in all three aspects of the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF 2023). Many degrees offer the option of a placement year or industrial experience, and opportunities to study or work abroad. This helps you develop valuable employability skills and broaden your horizons. There are also a wealth of societies and activities outside class. Exeter is in the top five of BUCS university sport leagues and welcomes athletes of all levels. With its range of course combinations, high-quality teaching, modern facilities and strong student support, you are bound to find the perfect fit for you here.
A degree provides an excellent opportunity to delve deeper into subjects that spark your interest and pursue a career in a field that captivates you after graduation. Exeter graduates have excellent career prospects. The university provides outstanding opportunities to build the skills and experience sought by employers. Exeter is among the top 10 universities most targeted by leading UK employers (High Fliers’ Graduate Market in 2024). If you are keen to stay in education, an undergraduate degree means you can go on to a master's degree or a PhD to become an expert in your field of interest.
The University of Exeter has beautiful, green campuses in Devon and Cornwall, offering a unique opportunity to study in one of the UK’s most stunning regions. Its campuses blend historic buildings with modern facilities. There's plenty to explore nearby, too: beautiful beaches, spectacular countryside, and vibrant culture, food, and arts. Depending on your degree, you may be at one of four campuses: Streatham or St Luke’s in Exeter, or Penryn or Truro in Cornwall. The Exeter campuses are close to the city centre, while the Cornwall campuses are near the town centre of Falmouth. The grounds are among the most beautiful and botanically interesting of any UK university.