Exeter Scholars Alumni Profiles

Amelia

Exeter Scholars South West Pathway 2016–2018
Subject Activity Strand: Physics
Now studying: MPhys Physics with Astrophysics

"Exeter Scholars gave me a better insight into what a Physics degree would entail, more than any prospectus could tell me. When I started at university I felt like I was ready. 

The advice I would give to new participants would be to apply and make the most of a brilliant opportunity. There are very few other ways of fully experiencing 'university life' and it will be something you never regret."

Read more from Amelia here.  

Diogo

Exeter Scholars National Pathway 2016–2018
Subject Activity Strand: Renewable Energy & Engineering
Now studying: BSc Geography

"Exeter Scholars gave me the opportunity to visit a university that was far from where I live, particularly as I was based at the Penryn campus. I thoroughly enjoyed my experience on the programme – it allowed me to experience what living away from home feels like, with people I had never met. That was my take-home experience, and I knew that I could go to university without many nerves."

Read more from Diogo here. 

Kirah

Exeter Scholars South West Pathway 2015–2017
Subject Activity Strand: Classics & Ancient History
Now studying: BA Anthropology with Study Abroad

"The Exeter Scholars programme helped me realise that studying Classics at degree level wasn’t what I wanted to do and helped me work out what course was best for me. The programme also gave me a great insight into the demands of higher education and the ways that we might learn.

I would say that if you’re unsure about what course you might want to do at degree level, Exeter Scholars is perfect in helping you along the way."

Read more from Kirah here. 

Sachin

Exeter Scholars South West Pathway 2016–2018
Subject Activity Strand: Medical Professions
Now studying: BMBS Medicine

"One of the main things I have learnt from taking part in Exeter Scholars is that university is a much friendlier and more supportive place than I initially thought. Everyone is helpful and people genuinely care about your wellbeing and want you to succeed. I have also learnt the importance of socialising and making new friends through the Exeter Scholars programme."

Read more from Sachin here. 

Matt

Exeter Scholars South West Pathway 2014–2016
Subject Activity Strand: Pathways to Law
Now studying: LLB Law

"This programme has been incredible: allowing me to meet like-minded individuals; improve on essential skills; and enjoy lots of opportunities that simply aren’t available to everyone else. I believe that having these skills and experiences on my personal statement really helped it stand out on my UCAS application and may well be why I am at university today."

Read more from Matt here.

Kathryn

Exeter Scholars National Pathway 2016–2018
Subject Activity Strand: English & Film
Now studying: BA English

"The thing I enjoyed most was being able to experience student life in both social and academic senses. The subject strand activities allowed me to further my studies and see that the course was right for me, and the residential gave me experience of being away from home and living independently (which I was anxious about before). Meeting other students who I’ve since kept in touch with was also so valuable."

Read more from Kathryn here.

Thomas

Exeter Scholars South West Pathway 2016–2018
Subject Activity Strand: Geography
Now studying: BSc Geography

"Exeter Scholars has taught me more about my interests and passions in Geography. Before starting the course, I was unsure whether to do Geography or Physics! By introducing me to a higher education style of learning and by being able to explore the campus, as well as employing time management skills in keeping up with school work and attending the subject sessions, Scholars has helped me cope with the demands of university."

Read more from Thomas here.