International students
Our international student community is part of what makes Exeter a top worldwide university. Discover why students from across the globe choose our unique university experience to study in the UK, and find out more about how we support you from enrolment to graduation and beyond.
Join the 7,000 international students that study at the University of Exeter
The University of Exeter is home to 30,000 students, including 7,000 international students from over 150 countries. We offer a truly unique university experience; located in the South West of England approximately 2.5 hours from London by train, our outstanding teaching and learning was rated Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023.
We offer a range of top ranked subjects at Bachelors and Masters degree level: Business, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Analytics, Renewable Energy, Marketing, Law and Entrepreneurship to name just a few.
155th in the QS World University Rankings 2026 and 172nd in the THE World Rankings 2025.
We're ranked in the global top 50 for nine of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of UK universities.
University of Exeter International Study Centre
The University of Exeter International Study Centre offers a range of courses for international students who do not meet the academic and/or English language requirements for direct entry to the University, including: Exeter International Foundation, International Year One programmes, Pre-Masters, and Pre-sessional or Academic English.
View all University of Exeter International Study Centre programmes
Information for prospective applicants
Whether you're exploring your study options or preparing to submit an application, we’ve gathered key resources to support you.
Fees and funding
Applying
Immigration and visas
Find my country or territory
Can't see your country or territory?
You don't need to worry; we welcome applicants from around the world to study here. Get in touch and we will be happy to answer any questions.
Are you an international student studying in the UK?
We accept a number of UK based foundation programmes. You can see information and requirements at NCUK and other UK-based pathway providers.
International student community and support
We are proud of the world-class international student experience we offer at Exeter. Our teams are dedicated to supporting non-UK students across all our campuses - right the way from applying for your visa and registration through to graduation and beyond.
Joining us
Life at Exeter
International Student Experience Strategy
Our International Student Experience Strategy follows the five themes, developed from the UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) #WeAreInternational Student Charter, a framework for a world-class international student experience, from pre-arrival to post-graduation.
Life as an international student at the University of Exeter
Ananya, studying BA Management with Marketing
"The years spent studying in Exeter have been the best years of my life. I was able to make friends that turned into family and become more independent. Studying with students from all around the world means you get to learn about different cultures and how they think about the same topic differently.
Through this experience, I have been able to develop my communication skills a lot more and have learnt to be more confident about the choices I make and the actions I take."
Nicola, studying BSc Marketing and Management with Industrial Experience
"I chose Exeter because of its location in the beautiful county of Devon, which is known for its national parks and beaches. You’re surrounded by the beauty of nature; making it the perfect environment to study. I also chose Exeter because of how international it is. You are exposed to different cultures and people of all walks of life.
The University also offers a wide variety of different language courses, so it is a great environment to prepare for an international career."
Hugo, studying MSc Conservation and Biodiversity
“Applying to Exeter was a no-brainer because of its global reputation in ecology, and the quality of research published.
Conservation is essential all over the world which is why I love the international approach taken by my course, whether it be learning about the work of the academic staff or going on field courses.”
Albina, studying LLB Law with Professional Placement
“I’m originally from Ukraine, so the education system in England has been completely new to me.
One of the things I really enjoy about my course is how it’s structured. We have a lot of interactive lessons like seminars and workshops instead of just lectures every day
The professors are very approachable and always ready to help with questions or learning support. I’ve also found the 1:1 meetings with my academic tutor incredibly helpful for reflecting on my progress and planning my next steps."
Wenyu, studying MA International Education
"The best thing about living in Exeter is that it's safe and friendly. Part of the culture that really struck me was the relatively relaxed attitude to life. Here people always say, don't worry, enjoy the moment. My year here has also relatively changed my tendency to be anxious, and I think that's the best thing that could have happened."