About Policy News For students For business Our Universities Home About Our universities University of Exeter University of Exeter Share The University of Exeter combines world class research with excellent student satisfaction at its campuses in Exeter and Cornwall. Founded in 1955, but with origins in the nineteenth century, the university now has a turnover of over £350 million and plays a leading role in the economy of the south-west of England. Find out more Please visit the University of Exeter website for more information. View Website > Undergraduate study > Postgraduate study > International students > Research > Working with business > Recruiting students and graduates > For schools and colleges > The university has invested heavily in science, engineering, mathematics, and medicine research, and has a world-class reputation in the humanities and social sciences. It is constantly seeking new ways to engage with government, industry, and the community in order to build productive, sustainable partnerships and tackle some of the fundamental issues facing humankind. The interdisciplinary Environment and Sustainability Institute is well-known for its research into the consequences of environmental change. In the most recent assessment of research quality in UK universities, 29% of Exeter’s research was rated world-leading with a further 53% rated internationally excellent. 2016 will see the opening of its £52.5M Living Systems Institute, designed to pioneer novel approaches to understanding diseases and how they can be better diagnosed. Over 16,000 undergraduates and 4,300 postgraduates study across its two campuses in Exeter and its Penryn and Truro campuses in Cornwall, with more than a quarter of students coming from outside the UK. The university is proud of its partnership working with its students, who are involved in the earliest stages of strategic planning. Over four thousand people work at the university, with 32% of faculty coming from overseas, and the university collaborates extensively with international partners on research and education. Case studies The case studies below are just a snapshot of the range of activity taking place at the University of Exeter. From world-class research and collaboration with industry to innovative programmes designed to improve access for all students to higher education. Research Lighter, faster and greener aircraft from Universities of Bristol and Exeter A collaboration between the Universities of Bristol, Exeter, Bath, and manufacturer Airbus has led to pioneering aerospace technology Read more > Education Students as a part of the academic community Students at Russell Group universities are active participants in their own learning and the experience available to others. From acting on student feedback to involving them in changing the curriculum and university governance, Russell Group universities go a long way to ensuring students are a part of the academic community. Read more > Access and inclusion Specialist maths schools Links between schools and universities have the potential to raise attainment. The challenge is to make the best use of relationships to add real value to teaching and learning at school and to raise attainment levels as a result. One of the options is to focus on particular disciplines. Read more > Latest news from University of Exeter 27 November 2021 New resource launched to help people live as well as possible with dementia 26 November 2021 University of Exeter carbon emissions down 19% 25 November 2021 Digital volunteers set to make big impact for the University of Exeter thanks to National Lottery funding Quick links Home Our universities About Policy News For students For business Contact us Latest news & policy statements Russell Group responds to new plans and research on access and participation 24 November 2021 Russell Group response to UCU announcement on December industrial action 17 November 2021 Russell Group response to UCU ballot results on USS 05 November 2021 European research community calls for swift UK association to Horizon Europe 04 November 2021 Twitter @RussellGroup Research at leading universities has a real impact, tackles challenges in healthcare and improves people's lives: https://t.co/BsU8inMKYJ 26 November 2021 The UK's association to #HorizonEurope must remain Plan A. It will be a win-win for the UK and our partners. We wel… https://t.co/hhRkyp8ZPx 24 November 2021 Our universities are working hard to ensure all students have the opportunity to access the benefits of an excellen… https://t.co/3VT19xu4RU 24 November 2021 Sitemap Disclaimer Accessibility Data Protection © The Russell Group of Universities A company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales under company number 06086902 Website by WPN Chameleon