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Research and Innovation

Fairer

At the University of Exeter, we are driven by a commitment to understanding and addressing the most pressing societal challenges.

Our world-leading experts in Business, Economics, Humanities, Law, and Social Sciences are exploring critical issues such as the circular economy, evidence-based justice, social inequalities, and sustainable food systems.

Explore our research and join us in building a fairer future.

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Connect with our global community of experts to explore exciting new possibilities for joint research, education projects, and transformative business solutions.

Exeter Innovation connects you with our leading researchers and educators to develop practical, research-driven solutions. Get in touch to see how we can help.

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Of our Business and Management, Law, and Sociology research has internationally excellent impact (Based on research rated 4* + 3* in REF 2021)

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In the UK for our world-leading Politics and International Studies research (Based on research rated 4* in REF 2021)

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Top 200 for Social Sciences and Management in the QS World University Subject Rankings 2025

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In the UK for our world-leading Economics and Econometrics research (Based on research rated 4* in REF 2021)

Impact related to the UN Sustainable Development Goals​

We're top 30 in the world for our progress towards delivering the UN SDGs in the 2025 THE Impact Rankings, recognised for our progress towards delivering Clean Water and Sanitation, Responsible Consumption and Production, Zero Hunger, Climate Action, and Life Below Water.

Learn more about our commitment to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through research and education.