University of Exeter
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About University of Exeter
The University of Exeter is a public university that focuses on research. It was established in the year 1955. In 1851, it was first formed as Schools of Science and Art. In 1900, its name was then changed to the Royal Albert Memorial College which later converted into a university college of the southwest in the year 1922. And finally, it received its authorization in 1955 as the University of Exeter.
The university is a part of the Russell Group which contains the top research-intensive universities of United Kingdom and has a total of 3 campuses. Out of all 3, Streatham is the largest campus by area as it contains most of the university's executive buildings.
Why University of Exeter?
- The University of Exeter has approximately 22,000 full time students, 5,000 of whom are international from over 140 countries
- The University is ranked as one of the Top 100 universities in the world, and number 1 in the UK for international student satisfaction
- The University has consistently been ranked among the top 15 universities in the UK
- Nine subjects at the University of Exeter have been ranked within the top 10 of the Guardian University Guide 2018
- The latest league table also ranks Exeter 13th out of 121 UK Higher Education institutions, and 7th in the Russell Group of leading research intensive universities
- The University ranked 65th in the latest Times Higher Education league table of the global 100 most international universities (2016)
- Exeter also ranks 7th in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide league table, 10th in The Complete University Guide and 9th in the Guardian University Guide 2016
University of Exeter University Rankings
- #151-200 Universities Rankings - ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) 2020
- #164 World University Ranking - QS 2021
- #174 University Ranking - THE (Times Higher Education) 2021
- #12 University Ranking (UK) - The Complete University Guide 2021
- #16 University Rankings - The Guardian 2021
- #164 Global Universities - US News & World Report 2021
University of Exeter Course Rankings
University of Exeter Business Courses Rankings
- #51 Master in Finance - FT (Financial Times) 2020
- #83 Master in Management - FT (Financial Times) 2019
- #101-150 Accounting & Finance - QS 2020
- #151-200 Global MBA - QS 2021
- #176-200. PG Business and Economics - THE (Times Higher Education) 2021
- #11 Accounting & Finance Ranking - The Complete University Guide 2021
- #6 Business & Management Studies (UK) - The Complete University Guide 2021
- #10 Accounting & Finance Rankings - The Guardian 2021
- #15 Business, Management & Marketing - The Guardian 2021
University of Exeter Engineering Courses Ranking
- #272 Engineering and Technology - QS 2020
- #251-300 PG Engineering and Technology - THE (Times Higher Education) 2021
- #18 Civil Engineering Ranking - The Complete University Guide 2021
- #18 Electrical & Electronic Engineering - The Complete University Guide 2021
- #19 Mechanical Engineering Ranking - The Complete University Guide 2021
- #16 Mechanical Engineering - The Guardian 2021
- #17 Electronic & Electrical Engineering - The Guardian 2021
- #37 Civil Engineering - The Guardian 2021
University of Exeter Computers Courses Rankings
- #251-300 PG Computers - THE (Times Higher Education) 2021
- #16 Computer Science - The Complete University Guide 2021
University of Exeter Admissions
Any international student applying for admission to the University of Exeter needs some general qualifications which are necessary and some courses have specific requirements for admission. They advise International students to apply for admission in their specific courses at least one year before the beginning of their academic session.
How to Apply?
- For UG: Students can apply via UCAS with 20 GBP of application fee
- For PG: Exeter Graduate Postgraduate Portal with 60 GBP of application fee.
Supporting Documentation
- Academic transcripts & Certificates
- Letters of Recommendation
- Statement of Purpose
- Resume/CV
- Financial Statements
- Passport & valid UK student visa
University of Exeter English Language Proficiency
| Test Name | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
| IELTS | 6.5-7.0 |
| TOEFL-iBT | 89-100 |
| PTE Academic | 58-78 |
University of Exeter Tuition Fees
| Courses | Duration | Tuition Fees |
|---|---|---|
| MBA (1 Courses) | 1 year | GBP 30000 |
| Engineering (4 Courses) | 1 Year - 4 Year | GBP 22500 - GBP 23450 |
| Science (3 Courses) | 3 Year - 5 Year | GBP 21450 - GBP 27000 |
| Arts (2 Courses) | 3 year | GBP 19500 |
| Banking & Finance (1 Courses) | 12 month | GBP 22700 |
| Management (3 Courses) | 1 Year - 4 Year | GBP 16900 - GBP 25000 |
University of Exeter Entry Requirements
| Courses | Exam |
|---|---|
| Banking & Finance | IELTS , PTE |
| Engineering | IELTS , PTE |
| Management | IELTS , PTE , ielts , pte |
| MBA | IELTS , PTE |
| Science | IELTS , PTE |
University of Exeter Highlights
| University Type | Public |
| Campus Setting | Suburban |
| Establishment Year | 1955 |
| No. of Campus | 3 |
| No. of Faculty | 2,508 |
| Total Number of Students | 27,296 |
| % of International Students | 22% |
| Graduate Job Rate | 80% |
| Endowment (GBP) | 38.2 million |
| International fee (GBP) | 22,100-40,000 |
| Mode of Program | Full time, distance and online |
Cost of Living
Private accommodation is available at Exeter and Penryn has a variety of student housing options to satisfy a variety of budgets and preferences, including purpose-built blocks and landlord-owned homes.
| Room Type | Exeter Cost (in GBP) | Penryn Cost (in GBP) |
|---|---|---|
| Catered–Single | 6,058 to 8,491 | 4,550 |
| Catered–Shared | 5,627 | 6,350 |
| Self-catered – Single | 4,782 to 7,200 | 5,429 to 7,880 |
| Self-catered-Shared | - | 7,865 |
In addition to the accommodation expenses, students need to incur other annual living expenses such as
- Food and Entertainment: 1,200-2,000 GBP
- Transportation: 1,500 -3,000 GBP
- Books and Supplies: 1,000-2,500 GBP
- Miscellaneous Expenses: 1,500 GBP
Know more about Studying in UK
| Tuition Fees in UK (1st Year Average) | MS: £17276 | MBA: £17276 | BE/Btech: £16632 | BBA: £15130 | BSc: £16632 | MFin: £19000 | MA: £15560 | MIM: £18241 | MEM: £16950 | MArch: £14271 | BHM: £12662 | MIS: £15344 | MEng: £12876 | MBBS: £28865| MPharm: £15452 |
| Average Accomodation & Food Costs in UK | £850 to £1,050 a month |
| Entrance Exams in UK | TOEFL: 88 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 59 | GMAT: 590 |
| Work and Study in UK | Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit. |
| Post Study Work Permit in UK | 2 Year after graduation depending on the course. |
| Cost of Student Visa in UK | £348 |
| Student Visa in UK | Your nationality, duration of your stay and purpose of your stay are the three essential factors for UK visa. For Non-EU students UK visa is mandatory. |
| Intakes in UK | There are mainly two intakes in UK: January/February & September/October. |
| Top Job Sectors in UK | IT Engineering, Product Design, Mobile Development, Designers, Logistics, etc. |
| Economy in UK | Growth Rate: 1.3% (2018) 1.4% (2019) 1.4% (2020e), 6th Largest Economy in the World by Nominal |
University of Exeter Average Tuition Fee Per Year
Undergraduate
£ 20,920
Postgraduate
£ 19,780
Costs per year
Overall cost of living
£ 9,207
Campus accommodation
£ 4,835