How to apply
Information about undergraduate study at Exeter
What undergraduate courses does the University offer?
Can I request a prospectus?
Am I eligible to apply?
Are there any lower/upper age limits for applicants?
What are the entrance requirements for mature students?
Does the University offer part-time and/or distance learning courses?
Do you accept General Studies?
Do you take into account the fact that I am doing a fourth A level (excluding General Studies)?
My qualification is from outside the UK - will it be acceptable to study at Exeter?
How good does my English need to be?
Do you offer any Foundation courses?
Do you offer any scholarships?
What facilities are available to students with disabilities?
When are University Open Days?
How do I apply?
Can I apply for a Study Abroad programme?
Can I apply to study for one or two semesters?
What undergraduate courses does the University offer?
The University offers a wide variety of degree programmes at undergraduate level and you can find the latest information in our individual subject sections. You may also wish visit our Academic College websites to find out more information. Full details of medical and dental courses can be found on the Peninsula College of Medicine and Dentistry website.
Can I request a prospectus?
If you would like to order copy of our printed prospectus, you can use our online prospectus order form.
Am I eligible to apply?
We welcome applicants with varied experiences and different backgrounds and we have a commitment that no student with potential is deterred from applying. Entry requirements can be high but a wide range of qualifications and experience are considered.
Before you apply you should check that you meet
- our general entry requirements
- the academic requirements and any additional selection criteria for the specific course for which you intend to apply; these can be found in the individual subject entries
- additional requirements and selection procedures which may apply for specific courses (eg, interviews, auditions and/or CRB checks); these can be found in the individual subject entries
Our Undergraduate Study site contains details of our entrance requirements, and our typical offer. If you would like advice on your eligibility, please contact the Admissions Office who will be happy to discuss individual aspects with you.
Are there any lower/upper age limits for applicants?
Occasionally the University admits students who are under the age of 18 years. In most cases this will be a very temporary situation, as the student will be approaching their eighteenth birthday. The University treats all its students as independent, mature individuals and students who are under the age of 18 years will be treated in the same way. For further information, please see our policy for students under the age of 18. There is no upper age limit.
What are the entrance requirements for mature students?
Mature students who wish to study full-time should also apply through UCAS. Whilst we recognise that mature students will offer differing qualifications and experience which will be taken into account, you should normally have undertaken some recognised systematic course of study (eg, Access, Open University credits, or Advanced GCE) within the last three years. Relevant work experience may also be considered towards your application, and you should therefore supply full details with your application. We endeavour to interview all suitably-qualified mature applicants as part of our selection process. If you are considering applying as a mature student, you can find further information in our Mature Students section.
Does the University offer part-time and/or distance learning courses?
There are two ways that you can choose to study part-time with us. Firstly, many of the undergraduate degree programmes described on our site are potentially available by part-time study. We advise you to check with the relevant School to ensure that it is possible with respect to timetabling arrangements before you make a formal application. For advice on the structure and availability of programmes in your chosen area of study you should contact the Admissions Tutor or the Head of the School/Department concerned. Secondly, you may wish to study one of our Distance Learning programmes.
You should apply for part-time programmes direct to the University’s Admissions Office and not through UCAS. Application forms are available from the Admissions Office and should be returned between 1 September and 30 June immediately preceding the October entry.
Do you accept General Studies?
Whilst we recognise that students may be taking General Studies A level as part of their academic profile, we do not include General Studies as part of any conditional offer.
Do you take into account the fact that I am doing a fourth A level (excluding General Studies)?
We take into account all academic qualifications that students are offering but any conditional offer is made over 3 GCE A level subjects and, where relevant, any specific A level subjects that we require.
My qualification is from outside the UK - will it be acceptable to study at Exeter?
You should consult our general and subject-specific entry requirements information for A levels and the International Baccalaureate but the University also recognises a wide range of international qualifications. If you are an International student, the grading system and level of qualification in your country may not be the same as the UK. If you are unsure whether your qualification meets our entry requirements, you can find out further information on our International Office ‘In Your Country’ page, by clicking on the country or region in which you have studied. Alternatively, you can contact us, or you may wish to contact the National Academic Recognition Information Centre (NARIC).
You can find further information about academic and English language entry requirements in our International Students section.
How good does my English need to be?
Please visit our English language requirements section for full details.
Do you offer any Foundation courses?
We offer an International Foundation programme for students aged 17 or over who have completed secondary education and intend to study at a University in the UK. Successful students will reach the level required in English and their subject area for entry onto undergraduate courses, and will be awarded an Exeter University Foundation Certificate.
Do you offer any scholarships?
The University of Exeter has a wide range of funding available. Please visit our Scholarships, Bursaries and Studentships site for further information.
What facilities are available to students with disabilities?
We welcome applications from students with disabilities and do all we can to ensure that your participation in both the academic and social life of the University is as successful as that of other students. We encourage applicants to visit the University before applying and can arrange informal open days on an individual basis, this will give you an opportunity to discuss support required. Our Disability Resource Centre can provide information on Disabled Student Allowances, diagnostic testing, and one-to-one tuition and exam concessions. The Accessibility Service offers similar services at our Cornwall Campus.
When applying, we encourage you to complete the declaration of disability and indicate any special needs (in particular health) on the UCAS form if appropriate. This will not affect your chances of being offered a place but will help us to plan for your support.
When are University open days?
For further information, including booking forms please visit our Visiting us section.
How do I apply?
All applications for full-time study must be made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) using their Apply online system. You can do this through your school or college, if they are registered with UCAS, or independently. Full details and instructions can be found on the UCAS website.
You should apply for part-time programmes direct to the University’s Admissions Office and not through UCAS. Application forms are available from the Admissions Office and should be returned between 1 September and 30 June immediately preceding the October entry.
Applicants for the PGCE must apply through Graduate Teacher Training Recruitment (GTTR).
Can I apply for a Study Abroad programme?
Applicants for the Study Abroad programme should apply directly to the University, and full details are in our online Study Abroad catalogue.
Can I apply to study for one or two semesters?
Applicants for one or two semesters should apply directly to the University.
Applicants who wish to spend up to one year or semester in the UK as a recognised part of their course at their home institution should have completed at least two years of undergraduate study for admission to any of our programmes. You must follow regular programmes of study as offered to full-time students (please refer to the Subject Areas for programmes of study). A statement of academic record (transcripts) will be issued at the end of a module and sent, as requested, to your home institution. To apply you will need to send us an application form and CRB form.
