PGR International Student Support
We celebrate the diversity of our PGR student population with students currently studying at the University from across 140 countries.
There are many sources for international student support at Exeter. The sections below outline what support can be accessed and further sources of information.
The Doctoral College has a PGR Welfare Advisor who can provide guidance, advice and signposting on a range of issues relating to all PGR welfare, health and personal issues. They can also assist with supporting PGR students to study by ensuring that Individual Learning Plans are put in place.
The Doctoral College Wellbeing webpages contain information about specific support that you can access, including support from your supervisory team, Researcher Development and Wellbeing Services sessions and online support mechanisms.
The International Student Community & Support Team are able to provide support on a range of international student matters, such as visa advice, travelling to the UK (including the Airport Collection Service), International Welcome Programme, and advice about living in the UK.
They can help you make the most of your time in the UK through suggestions of day trips, peer mentoring and cultural festivals . They run a regular Intercultural Café , which is an excellent opportunity to meet other students.
Preparatory and in degree English language and study skills sessions are provided at both the Exeter and Penryn Campuses. The Doctoral College Researcher Development team also provide a wealth of training and information sources for PGR students including writing support and many other training and development opportunities.
The Students’ Guild (Exeter) and the Students’ Union (Cornwall) are your student unions and are here to represent your voice. They organise events and trips throughout the year and can help you make friends and connect with others through their student-run societies.
Both the Students’ Guild and the Students’ Union have a friendly advice team that can support you with a range of issues, from finances and housing to concerns about your course.
Many international students receive studentships from Research Councils or from the University. If you have a query regarding your current funding, you should contact your PGR Manager.
International students are eligible to apply for the Success for All Fund if they find themselves in financial hardship.
If you are in a position where you are unable to pay your tuition fees, you should contact the University’s Student Finance Team via the Student Information Desk (SID) as they may be able to arrange a payment plan for you. The UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) also has further information for international students in the UK who are experiencing financial hardship.
