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February 12, 2026February 9, 2026

A student experience like no other – Penryn Campus edition

Hi, I’m Emily, a first-year Zoology student at the University of Exeter’s Penryn Campus, and I’m loving it so far! The University offers countless opportunities and unforgettable experiences. From developing valuable skills through your studies to engaging in sports, joining societies, volunteering and […]

Cornwall, Exploring Devon and Cornwall, Higher Education, Lectures and Seminars, Life in the South West, Life on Campus, Lifestyle, Penryn Campus, Societies, Studying, Undergraduate, Wellbeing by eb1256

February 9, 2026February 9, 2026

From India to Exeter: Navigating my Career path as an International Psychology Student

Hi, I’m Anugrahaa, currently pursuing MSc Clinical Psychology at the University of Exeter. I’m originally from Coimbatore, a vibrant city in the state of Tamilnadu down in the south of India, and moving […]

Applying, Careers, Higher Education, Lectures and Seminars, Placements, Postgraduate, Studying by aa1814

January 31, 2026January 28, 2026

Financial support and the cost of living at university

Hi, I’m Prisha, a third year Zoology student studying at the University of Exeter’s Penryn campus. I’m going to talk about a topic that isn’t talked about enough surrounding university life: […]

Applying, Budgeting and Finance, Careers, Cornwall, Exploring Devon and Cornwall, Penryn Campus, Postgraduate, Undergraduate, Wellbeing by pb713

January 28, 2026January 28, 2026

Find your supportive community at Exeter

Hey, I’m Pouria, a recent BSc Medical Sciences graduate and a current first-year medical student based at Exeter campuses. Here, I will flash back to the year 2022 when […]

Applying, City of Exeter, Freshers Week, Higher Education, International, Life in the South West, Life on Campus, Lifestyle, Preparing for University, Societies, Studying, The city of Exeter, Undergraduate, Wellbeing by Pouria Sadeghian

January 23, 2026January 21, 2026

Careers and Employability at the University of Exeter

Hello there! I’m George, I’m originally from Kent, south-east England, and I’m currently in my third year studying BA International Relations with Proficiency in Spanish. When I first joined Exeter, I didn’t know the exact career I wanted, what job I’d be […]

Applying, Careers, Higher Education, Placements, Studying, Undergraduate by gt450

January 21, 2026January 21, 2026

From Cornish coast to City career

By Simran (BSc Politics and Management, 2025) When I was choosing what to study at university, I knew I wanted a degree that combined big-picture […]

Alumni, Applying, Careers, Cornwall, International, Life on Campus, Penryn Campus by Author

March 25, 2025October 29, 2025

Celebrating Lunar New Year in Penryn Campus: Finding Home Away from Home

Lunar New Year has always been the most special time of the year for me. In Vietnam, it’s more than just a celebration—it’s a time […]

Food and eating, International, Life in the South West, Life on Campus, Penryn Campus, Postgraduate by hgc206

January 3, 2025December 20, 2024

Making the most of your module choices to enhance your employability

Hello everyone! It’s Lucy here. Throughout my (almost) three years studying BA English at the University of Exeter, I have found a few ways to […]

Careers, Higher Education, Lectures and Seminars, Preparing for University, Studying, Undergraduate by lf545

November 6, 2024November 5, 2024

Accessing the Access to Exeter Bursary and becoming an Exeter Scholar

Moving to university is a milestone moment for many, but it’s not without its challenges. Arguably, the largest of those challenges is learning to manage […]

Budgeting and Finance, Cornwall, Penryn Campus, Preparing for University, Undergraduate by cd823