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Embracing life at the University of Exeter as an International student
January 10, 2024January 10, 2024

Embracing life at the University of Exeter as an International student

Hello everyone! I am Mya (Emerald), a Burmese aspiring author who is pursuing MA in Creative Writing, right here at the University of Exeter! In […]

Exploring Devon and Cornwall, Food and eating, Freshers Week, Higher Education, International, Life in the South West, Life on Campus, Lifestyle, Mature students, Postgraduate, Studying abroad, Uncategorized, Year Abroad by my401
Preparing for University via Clearing: An  international student experience
August 15, 2023May 14, 2025

Preparing for University via Clearing: An international student experience

By Edison, BSc Biological and Medicinal Chemistry This blog will hopefully guide you through the essential steps to ensure a smooth transition into uni life. […]

accommodation, Applying, Clearing, Freshers Week, Higher Education, Preparing for University, Studying, Undergraduate by thew201
Why I chose the University of Exeter – my Clearing story
July 21, 2023July 20, 2023

Why I chose the University of Exeter – my Clearing story

By Leeshaun, studying BA International Relations and Chinese In my final year, it feels crazy to believe that I could have gone to another university […]

Applying, Clearing, Freshers Week, Higher Education by lb790
September 4, 2020June 15, 2023

5 tips to get involved in Freshers Week

  1. Online Freshers Fair It’s inevitable Freshers Fair has to be moved online due the pandemic. With the accessibility of social media platforms, engage […]

Freshers Week, International, Lifestyle, Preparing for University, Undergraduate by Cheuk Ying Cherry Wong
August 24, 2020

5 things I wish I knew before coming to university

Studying Contact Hours Despite being a university student, and told that you should become more independent and not rely on your lecturers and tutors to […]

Freshers Week, Higher Education, International, Lifestyle, Miscellaneous, Preparing for University, Undergraduate by Cheuk Ying Cherry Wong
July 17, 2020June 15, 2023

A Beginner’s Guide to Societies at the University of Exeter

This blog was written based on experiences prior to Covid-19. Hi Everyone, my name is Isla and I am headed into my final year at […]

Freshers Week, Health and wellbeing, International, Preparing for University, Studying, Undergraduate by Isla Zena Lamparelli
July 1, 2020

Tips to Enjoy the First Week of University

Arriving in a completely new city and starting a new life can be pretty scary, especially if you arrive alone. As an international postgraduate student […]

Freshers Week, International, Life on Campus, Postgraduate, Preparing for University, The city of Exeter by Lauren
June 12, 2020

A Typical Week at the University of Exeter as a 2nd Year BA English Student

Hi, my name is Isla and if you haven’t read any of my blog posts before, lovely to virtually meet you, otherwise, welcome back. I’m […]

Freshers Week, Health and wellbeing, Lectures and Seminars, Life on Campus, Lifestyle, Preparing for University, Studying, Undergraduate by Isla Zena Lamparelli
May 4, 2020

Freshers’ Week and Term One: What NOT To Worry About

The days leading up to your first week of university can be emotional. I remember feeling a bizarre mixture of excitement and anxiety. My mum […]

Freshers Week, Higher Education, Life on Campus, Miscellaneous, Preparing for University, Undergraduate by elanderson555
August 8, 2019June 15, 2023

Tips for International students coming to University of Exeter: MAIFB

It can be really scary and exciting at the same time, to go away from home and study in a new country. It is overwhelming […]

Freshers Week, International, MA International Film Business, Miscellaneous, Preparing for University, Studying, Studying abroad, Year Abroad by Vanshika

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