Location
The South West
The South West of England combines a relaxed lifestyle with exceptional countryside, scenery and beaches, including two national parks and over 600 miles of coastpath. As a student you'll be able to enjoy one of Europe's top holiday regions all year round. How you choose to spend your leisure time here is up to you - but whether you prefer relaxing or adventure, the South West has something for everyone.
Cities
The South West contains three main cities - the cathedral cities of Exeter and Truro and the historic naval port of Plymouth. All offer the superb shopping, dining and entertainment you'd expect of a modern city, including pubs, clubs and cultural entertainment. Students at our Exeter campuses are within walking distance of the city centre, while students our Cornwall Campus can reach Truro by train from Penryn in 15 minutes.
Beaches...
You're never far from the beach in the South West. Whether your preference is sailing, windsurfing, kite-surfing or simply sunbathing, you're spoilt for choice. Surfers can find some of the best surf in the country on the North Devon and Cornwall coasts and international surf competitions are often held in Cornwall.
...and countryside
From the wild scenery of Dartmoor, Exmoor and Bodmin Moor to the gentle rolling hills, the South West's countryside provides numerous opportunities for walkers, cyclists, horse riders, climbers and other sports people.
Further information
- Our Visiting us site provides virtual tours of Exeter and our campuses as well as maps and directions
- About Exeter and the South West
- Images of Devon and the South West on the BBC website
Students at Exeter are likely to have permanent smiles on their faces: it has campuses in the cathedral city and also near Falmouth in Cornwall, as well as plenty of coastline, countryside and glorious weather.
The Guardian, June 2010
