Arrival Information

For students arriving early to Exeter, we will be running an early arrivals orientation on Friday 13th January.

We will be holding a Welcome Talk and after you will have the chance to join us for a campus tour and complete your document clearance. You will need to book the free tickets on Fixr to attend - tickets open January 1st and close on January 13th.

Early Arrivals Welcome Talk

10am-1pm | Bateman Lecture Theatre, Business School

Join Team Inbound for the Welcome Talk with guest speakers to get you settled into Exeter! Meet us at Bateman Lecture Theatre, Streatham Campus Business School at 10AM. By attending on Friday 13th, you will not need to attend the main Orientation session on Wednesday 18th. 

1pm - 2pm | Bateman Lecture Theatre, Business School

The Inbound Team will be available to 1:1 appointments regarding module study support. Otherwise you can use this time to get some lunch. 

International Student Clearance

2pm-4pm | Forum Library Foyer, Streatham Campus

• For all non-UK students who need to present their passport and immigration status or visa to the University.
• Collect your BRP card if it was sent to the University.
• Collect your UniCard.

You must book here

Campus Tour

Friday 13 January, 2pm & 3pm | Building One, Business School

Join us and explore your new campus! You can book a slot on Fixr.

Study Support Drop-Ins

10am-2pm | Innovation Centre Cafe

If you do not have a complete study load, the Inbound team can help you finalise your study programme.  We recommend you have a look at available modules in advance and prepare a list of your top preferences so we can look through them.

Campus Tour

11.00am-12.00pm | Great Hall Piazza

Join us and explore your new campus! You will need to book in advance here.

International Student Clearance

2pm-4pm | Forum Library Foyer

• For all non-UK students who need to present their passport and immigration status or visa to the University.
• Collect your BRP card (Student visa only) if it was sent to the University.
• Collect your UniCard.

You must Book here

Study Support Drop-Ins

10am-2pm | Innovation Centre Cafe

If you do not have a complete study load the Inbound team can help you finalise your study programme.  We recommend you have a look at available modules in advance and prepare a list of your top preferences so we can look through them.

International Student Clearance

2pm-4pm | Forum Library Foyer

• For all non-UK students who need to present their passport and immigration status or visa to the University.
• Collect your BRP card (Student visa only) if it was sent to the University.
• Collect your UniCard.

You must Book here

Quiz and Pizza

6.30pm-9pm | Isca Eats, Cornwall House

Price: £5 (book online from 1st January, booking closes at noon Tuesday 17th)
Maximum 90 tickets

Come along for a great evening, meeting new friends and joining in our evening quiz. Prizes for the winning team.
Quiz starts at 19.00

Study Support Drop-Ins

10am-12pm | Innovation Centre Cafe

If you do not have a complete study load the Inbound team can help you finalise your study programme.  We recommend you have a look at available modules in advance and prepare a list of your top preferences so we can look through them.

Campus Tour

12.30pm-1.30pm | Newman Green Lecture Theatre

Join us and explore your new campus! You will need to book in advance here.

Welcome Talk

1.30pm-3.30pm | Newman Green

Join Team Inbound for the Welcome Talk with guest speakers to get you settled into Exeter!

British Pudding Night

7pm-8.30pm | INTO Building (EX4 4PY)

The event is free to attend, but you must book a ticket (book online from 01 January, closes 12:00pm Tuesday 17 January)

Join the Welcome Team, Chaplaincy and INTO staff for an evening of classic puddings, traditional games and quizzes!

Study Support Drop-Ins

10am-2pm | Innovation Centre Cafe

If you do not have a complete study load the Inbound team can help you finalise your study programme.   We recommend you have a look at available modules in advance and prepare a list of your top preferences so we can look through them.

IKEA Trip

5pm-7.30pm | Meet at the bus stop on Rennes Drive by Business School (EX4 4PU)

Price: £4 (book online from 1st January, booking closes 12 noon Wednesday 18th January)

Need those extra things for your room? Maybe you just want to browse. Join us for a trip to IKEA with a free goodie bag, tour of the store and more!

Study Support Drop-Ins

10am-2pm | Innovation Centre Cafe

If you do not have a complete study load the Inbound team help you finalise your study plan.  We recommend you have a look at available modules in advance and prepare a list of your top preferences so we can look through them.

St. Ives Trip

Saturday 21 January | 8.45am-6pm | Meet Rennes Drive Bus Stop (EX4 4PU)

Price: £12 (book online from 01 January, closes 12 noon Friday 20 January)

Discover the beautiful seaside town of St Ives in Cornwall, one of the gems of the Cornish Coast. Three beaches, beautiful artisan shops, art galleries and more fish and chips and ice cream than you could possibly want!
Journey time to St Ives is approximately 2 hours.

Please note we are unable to keep a reserve list. Full refunds are available if cancellation is sent to s.ohara@exeter.ac.uk by 19 January.

Study Support Drop-Ins

Monday to Thursday | 12pm-2pm | Innovation Centre Cafe
Friday | 10am-12pm | Innovation Centre Cafe

If you do not have a complete study load, the Inbound team can advise to help you finalise your study plan. If you are selecting additional module choices, we recommend you have a look at available modules in advance and prepare a list of your top preferences so we can look through them.

Cathedral Tour

Wednesday 25 January | 6.30pm to 8.30pm | Meet at Forum Student Services at 17.45 or at Cathedral front doors 18.15

Price: £8 (book online from 01 January, closes 12 noon Tuesday 14 January)

Enjoy a private evening tour of our 12th century cathedral with the museum guides. This is a must see for students new to Exeter and interested in the history of our city.

Cream Tea

Friday 27 January | 4pm - 5pm| Reed Hall, EX4 4QR

Price: £5 (book online from 01 January, closes 12 noon Thursday 26 January)

Join us in Reed Hall, one of the most beautiful buildings on campus, for a traditional cream tea. Meet new friends and learn a bit more about Devon!

International Student Clearance Drop-Ins

9.30am-2pm | Peter Lanyon Meeting Room

• For all non-UK students who need to present their passport and immigration status or visa to the University.

After this date, you will need to arrange an appointment.

Welcome Talk

10:00am | The Lounge in Tremough House

Join the International Welcome Team to find out about studying in Penryn.

Campus Tour & ASDA Supermarket Trip

Join us after the Welcome Talk | Meet at Glasney Lodge Reception

No booking is required.

Pasty and Pals

5:30 - 7:30pm | SU Office

A chance to meet one another over a Cornish classic, the pasty.

Exchange Student Cream Tea

5:00 - 8:00pm | Tremough House | Book here

Join the ResLife team for an evening of Cornish Cream Teas and a chance to meet other exchange students! Jam first!

Board Games Evening

6:00 - 8:00pm | Location TBC (likely SU Office)

Trip to St Ives

10am | Meet at Campus Bus Stop | Book here

Price: Free!

Discover the beautiful seaside town of St Ives in Cornwall, one of the gems of the Cornish Coast. Three beaches, beautiful artisan shops, art galleries and more fish and chips and ice cream than you could possibly want!

Exchange Welcome Social with Falmouth Exchange Students

Wednesday 25th | 5:00 - 7:00pm | Games Room, 12 Market St, Falmouth TR11 3AE

Falmouth Historic Tour

Saturday 28th | 10:30-12:00 & 1:00-2:30 | Meet at Penryn Campus bus stop

Led by Will from Falmouth Uncovered

Nature Walk - Argal Lake

Sunday 29th | 11:00 - 2:00pm | Meet at Campus Reception