New Students Guide

Student services

Got a question? Contact SID Online

SID Online is your first point of contact for most of your student queries. Once you have activated your Exeter IT account you'll find the answers to most of your queries in the searchable help section. If you can't find what you need, you can logging your enquiries directly in the SID Online portal

Contact us in person:

Exeter

SID, The Forum, Streatham Campus / South Cloisters, St Luke's Campus
0300 5550444

Cornwall

Support for students in Cornwall

For in-person queries related to your academic programme of study, contact
Penryn Info Point, Peter Lanyon Building, Penryn

01326 371800

For in person enquiries about any aspect of student life at Penryn Campus, whether you have a quick query or require specialist support, contact The Student Helpdesk, level 1 of Penryn Library, Exchange Building
01326 370460

Exeter

Student services directory - Exeter campuses

Accommodation

All you need to know about our accommodation options and services

Career Zone

Providing you with support at your stage of career planning 

Chaplaincy (Faith)

The Multifaith Chaplaincy team work together to serve the whole University community, of all faiths and none.

Cost of living

Advice and support to manage your money

Academic Literacy & English (ISC)

This provision helps students to improve and develop their academic English and literacy skills for academic study, and to build communicative and intercultural competence for life in the UK

Equality and Diversity

Committed to supporting you to work and study in an environment that promotes equality 

Estate Patrol (Security)

24 hour security and safety service on and off campus

Hub / Info Points (Education Services)

The main teams who deal with any queries relating to your academic studies, assessments and awarding

International Student Community and Support

Information on living in the UK, events and visa advice

IT Help Desk

Accessing IT support

Libraries

The library underpins education and research by providing extensive digital and physical academic information resources

Student Administration

Find information and resources to assist you with academic issues

Students’ Guild (Devon)

Students' Guild Advice

Free, independent and confidential advice service for students in Exeter, specialising in University processes, housing and student finance

Study Skills

Dedicated to enhancing your academic success and educational experience at University

Student Finance (Fees and funding)

Information on student fees, funding, how to pay and much more 

Student Health Centre

Register with the Student Health Centre. Doctors (GPs) and nurse practitioners can help with medical problems as well as those related to University life including exam stress and change in lifestyle

Wellbeing Services

Supporting your health and wellbeing during your time at University

Cornwall

Student services directory - Cornwall campuses

Accessibility & Inclusion

Support and advice for students with disabilities, health conditions and Specific Learning Differences (dyslexia, dyspraxia and ADHD).

Accommodation

All you need to know about our accommodation options and services

Campus Food and Drink

Details of food and drink outlets and offers on campus

Campus Safety and Support

24 hour security and safety service on campus. Watch our video on what our Safety and Support team does

Campus Sports Facilities

Find sports facilities on campus 

Career Zone

Providing you with support at every stage of your career planning

Cost of living

Advice and support to manage your money

Digital Hub

Guidance and advice to help you master and adopt new and existing digital tools

Disability advice and support

See the information for accessibility and inclusion above

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)

Committed to supporting you to work and study in an environment that promotes equality

English Language Skills Support

Classes and one-to-one tutorials in English for academic purposes, if English is not your first language.

International Student Community and Support

Information on living in the UK, events and visa advice.

IT Service Desk

Accessing IT Support

Library

The library underpins education and research by providing extensive digital and physical academic information resources

Multifaith Chaplaincy

Pastoral and spiritual care for students of all faiths and none. Watch our video about the Multifaith Chaplaincy and their activities

Penryn Info Point (Education Services)

The main team who deal with any queries relating to your academic studies, assessments and awarding.

The Penryn Info. Point team is located in the Peter Lanyon Building on Penryn Campus. Call +44 (0)1326 371800.

Learn about support for students in Cornwall

The Student Helpdesk

Your first port of call for help and advice on any aspect of university life whether you have a quick query or require specialist support. We can point you in the right direction. Watch our Helpdesk video.

Visit the Student Helpdesk on the first floor of the Penryn Campus Library. Email studenthelpdesk@fxplus.ac.uk or call 01326 370460.

Skills and Engagement team

Student learning support, including workshops on writing, referencing and study skills

Student Finance (Fees and funding)

Information on student fees, funding, how to pay and much more 

Students' Guide Cornwall 2026/27

Students’ Union (Cornwall)

Students’ Union Advice

Free, impartial and confidential advice for students in Cornwall

Support & Report

We are an inclusive community. If you have witnessed or experienced harassment, including sexual harassment, bullying, intimidation and discrimination you may wish to report it and get support.

Wellbeing team

Wellbeing appointments are available from the Wellbeing team plus we have a range of resources to support your health and wellbeing during your time at university.