Student life
You’ll find plenty of opportunities to explore music, art, theatre and nightlife, whichever campus you choose. Both locations offer green campuses in stunning surroundings.
Our diverse student-run societies range from the conventional (such as English Soc, Ski Club, Photosoc, and Jazz Orchestra), to the more esoteric (Chocolate Society and Hide and Seek Society), offering you plenty of ways to immerse yourself in university life.
Exeter is a lively, vibrant city with a thriving independent sector. Boutique shops sit alongside high street stores, while quirky cafes and restaurants add to its charm. With its Gothic cathedral, scenic river, and safe, walkable city centre, everything is right on your doorstep.
Cornwall, home to our Penryn Campus, boasts breathtaking beaches, hidden coves, and dramatic cliffs. Its strong independent spirit is reflected in local businesses and a renowned food scene. With a rich history of artistic and scientific innovation, it’s an inspiring place to study.
Campus and facilities
Streatham Campus, Exeter
Acknowledged as one of the most beautiful campuses in the UK, our 350-acre Streatham Campus boasts immaculately preserved gardens, lakes and woodlands that integrate seamlessly with the University’s historic and modern architecture.
Penryn Campus, Cornwall
Shared with Falmouth University, our Penryn Campus is nestled in 100 acres of gorgeously maintained Cornish countryside and provides spectacular views over the Fal Estuary.
St Luke’s Campus, Exeter
Founded in 1854 as a teacher training college, our St. Luke’s Campus is located on the eastern edge of the city centre and is home to Sport and Health Sciences, the Medical School, the Academy of Nursing and more.
Truro Campus, Cornwall
Situated at the Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital (Treliske) site, our Truro Campus is the base for University of Exeter Medical School students studying for a proportion of their Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery (BMBS) degree during years 2, 3, 4 and 5.
