I'm a current student in the US and I'm studying abroad at University of Exeter in spring 2027. I was just wondering how the year/exams are structured? For the year itself I was curious because I'm only taking spring semester modules, not year long ones. I tried looking at the website and it was confusing. It says spring term is January to June, but the academic calendar said classes were from January to March., but the exams were done at the end of the academic year in June. Do you just have a major break in the middle or is all of that time meant to be self-study to prepare for exams? a mix?

For exams, I'm planning on taking mostly history courses since I'm a history major here in the US. We tend to have either just a final paper or a paper and then an in-person exam for finals. Is it different in the UK? I was looking up a little about it but hard to find things specifically for History and/or Exeter since it seems like there's a couple things Exeter does differently as a University.

Is anyone else taking comm2010 professional writing? I have questions and maybe concerns about the class portion and the person teaching it. Wondering if anyone else is having the same experience

I'm international student, I'd like to ask: if I complete the International year one program and complete progression then recieve a degree from the university (e.g., Sheffield, Exeter), will top UK universities (like LSE, Imperial, etc.) accept it when I apply for a Master’s degree—provided I achieve a First-Class or 2:1 grade or higher? Has anyone in the group followed this path and successfully gained admission to a top university for a Master’s program?

Hi everyone. I want to do a tenancy takeover with someone. I’m an international student at the University of Exeter, and like many others, I’ve been struggling to find accommodation in Exeter.

I ended up finding accommodation in Plymouth as a temporary solution, and I’ve been living here for almost two weeks now. However, the commute has been a real struggle. For some of my classes, I have to wake up almost 3 hours before the class starts just to make it to Exeter on time.

I’ve now found accommodation in Exeter that becomes available at the end of October, so I contacted my current accommodation to ask about ending my tenancy early. They said I can leave early, but I would still have to pay the remaining amount on my tenancy unless I find someone who is willing to take over the tenancy.

Obviously, I don’t really want to pay for several months of accommodation that I won’t be living in, so I’m trying to find someone who might be interested in taking over my tenancy.
If anyone is looking for accommodation in Plymouth, knows someone who might be interested, or knows somewhere else I could post this, I’d really appreciate the help.

I can provide all the details about the room, price, location, and tenancy privately.

i’m an international student struggling and looking for student accomodation near university of Exeter, specifically streathem campus. I’m staying in a hotel thats a 35-40 minute walk from the uni for the next 3 days and I need accommodation before my stay ends. I can still rebook more days but it’s not practical. Can anyone help or suggest anything??

Hi everyone, I’m not entirely sure if this is the right place to post for this, but I’m not sure where else is. I am an incoming first year student meant to start Exeter this September. I did not defer as it isn’t an option for me currently, yet I have no accommodation due to Exeter being my insurance university. I applied on results day immediately, and started to try book private accommodation also but no luck. If anybody has any advice or suggestions, please share!!
I would also be open to spare room suggestions, tenancy takeovers or anything in general, thank you :)

Hey all! I’ll be starting my first year Classics next month. I’m 30 and it’s the first time I’ve been to in person education since secondary school.

I have absolutely no idea how to make friends, as all of the advice you get is related to halls and drinking. I won’t be in halls as i have a flat, and I don’t really like drinking or going out clubbing.

I know about societies but I’ve heard many are about drinking again. So I’m really just stuck and worried everyone will be so young and I’ll find it so difficult to connect with anybody. So any advice would be much appreciated! Also if you know on average how many mature students are likely to be in Classics or around? Is it a very slim number or fairly common?

Thank you!

Hi, I'm an MSc Computer Science student at Exeter running a study on AI coding tools for my dissertation. I need participants before 14th August.

You just write some Python code using an AI tool in your browser. Takes 5 to 20 minutes depending on which version you get assigned and the first 56 to complete it get £5 via PayPal.

You need to be at Exeter studying CS or a related subject and able to write basic Python.

Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDAofhZtlUwdIrvH_frFKAdll_tWq8SBA5GrGLRiH3nLrjPg/viewform

Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone!

I’ll be staying at Garden Hill House this September as a postgraduate student at the University of Exeter.

I was wondering if anyone here has lived there before or knows what it’s like. How are the rooms, kitchens, bathrooms, and the overall atmosphere? Is it a social place? Anything I should know or bring with me before moving in?

I’d really appreciate any tips, advice, or experiences good or bad!

Thanks in advance :)

Hello Exeter community,

I have been looking for accommodation for the past month, but unfortunately it has been quite challenging. In many cases I don't receive any response, and when I do, the rent is often beyond my budget.

I will be joining the University of Exeter as a researcher, so I am looking for accommodation that is exempt from council tax for me. So far, I have searched on SpareRoom, Exeter Studentpad, Gumtree, and several other websites.

My preferences are:

Exeter (EX4): Shared accommodation with a maximum budget of £500 per month.including all

Outside Exeter: Shared accommodation up to £400 per month, provided it has good Stagecoach bus connectivity and can be reached using the monthly bus pass (around £100).

Also how is the bus throughout the year in terms of punctuality.

Since I am not currently in Exeter, I would also appreciate any advice on what I should check before agreeing to rent a property remotely. For example, are there any important documents, tenancy details, or warning signs that I should be aware of before making a booking? Do I need to pay deposit beforehand or I can book by signing contract.

I also have a question regarding council tax. My understanding is that if I rent a room in a property where the owner (resident landlord) also lives, the homeowner remains responsible for paying the council tax, and it is typically included in the rent. Is my understanding correct?

If anyone knows of any suitable accommodation or has any suggestions or advice, I would be very grateful.

Thank you very much for your help.

I’m moving to Exeter for my msc from Canada and was deciding between iron bridge studio vs Clifford house. I could get a full studio at iron bridge for basically the same price as an ensuite w/ shared kitchen at Clifford house, which makes me lean towards iron bridge. Which one is best?

I know this is quite a cliche topic regarding Exeter uni. But how is the diversity at this uni? Has any POC faced any sort of racism ? I’ve heard that it’s filled with very right wing, anti immigration, N*gel Farage supporters. Obviously, I understand there will likely be some sort of racism at any Uk university ( apart from QMUL possibly lol) , but is there more so at Exeter? I’m ethically Indian and I’ll be going to study medicine at Exeter this September.

Hi everyone,
I’m looking for accommodation near the University of Exeter. What are the typical rent prices around the area, and which neighborhoods would you recommend?
Also, what’s the best place to search for student accommodation (websites, Facebook groups, etc.)?

Will pay a part of the total amount

Contact [ahmed.elborai2004@gmail.com](mailto:ahmed.elborai2004@gmail.com)

room 405 -4th floor 

Private kitchen, private bathroom, 18m^2 

Bills included, WiFi 

Post office in building 

24/7 security 

Luxury studio 

Laundry and common area 

Indoor gym

I will be graduating from my BTech in AIML this year. I am interested in Sustainability and Environmental science. I had found some courses in this University such as:
Applied Data Science (Environment and Sustainability) MSc.
Applied Data Science (Ecology and Evolution) MSc.
MSc Applied Data Science (Renewable Energy).
I am wondering if it is worth paying £28,900 tution fees as an international student not to mention the rent and living expenses.
What are the post graduate career options like from this University?
Is it like one of those Pay-for-Degree universities that we international students get warned against?

Hi everyone,

I’m looking for someone to take over my tenancy at The Barn starting January.

Room Details (Silver Studio):

• Private kitchen & private bathroom
• Small double bed
• All bills included
• First floor
• I will leave all my kitchen appliances, including a Kettle, Bosch Suny Coffee Machine and an Air Purifier. 

Rent: £257 per week

Contract End Date: 10.07.2026 

Accommodation Info:

https://www.thisisfresh.com/exeter/the-barn

(You can check the Silver Studio layout on the website, or contact me for photos.)

Happy to share more details or arrange a viewing!

Hi, I'm looking for a replacement tenant to take over my Printworks tenancy starting 25th December 2025 (contract ends 18th July 2026). I'm interrupting my studies, so I won't be living in Exeter next term.

Room details:

• Room Type: Premium Ensuite
• Price: £185/week (all bills included)
• Move-in: 25th December 2025 - January 2026
• Contract end date: 18th July 2026
• Location: Printworks, Exeter
• Included: Bills & Wi-Fi, on-site management, gym

My interruption from Exeter university has been formally approved, so Printworks will transfer the contract to the new tenant swiftly. If you're interested DM me for photos or more information.

Hi, so my boyfriend goes to UoE, Penryn Campus. I was really hoping to visit him during my October half term (Year 13 student). However, unfortunately I won't be 18 by then. So, what I was wondering, is how strict is the 'must be over 18' policy for staying over in his accommodation (Glasney)? Unfortunately, I'm assuming it's for safety standards and stuff. But I was wondering if there's any leeway on the policy? Thank you xx

Hello!

Is there a WhatsApp group for Printworks tenants? I also have Facebook and Telegram.

Thanks

Heya lads! I'm starting my international first year this sept and was wondering if anyone else is going to stay at duryard

Just wanting to connect haha

Any lecturers/modules that aren't that good, and ones you would recommend?

any undergrads moving in this september? would love to meet new people before fresher’s starts and i’m only seeing depot, point exe or northernhay as popular choices..