University of Exeter: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #211 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #70 of 2,785 | In Europe |
| #21 of 163 | In the United Kingdom |
| #19 of 131 | In England |
| #51 of 1,302 | For Sports / Exercise science |
| Top100 | For 20 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 73%
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- www.exeter.ac.uk
- Languages
- English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 73% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | General Certificate of Education (GCE) or equivalent with passes in 5 approved subjects including English, and 2 Advanced ('A') level passes, or English Language and 3 approved subjects at 'A' level. For entry to many courses, 'A' and/or Advanced Supplementary ('AS') level passes in 1 or 2 specified subjects are required. Details given in 'University and College Entrance. The Official Guide', available from UCAS or in Undergraduate (or Postgraduate) Prospectus, available from the University |
| Academic Calendar | October to June(October - December; January-March; April-June) |
We've calculated the 73% acceptance rate for University of Exeter based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
University of Exeter is a world-class research university with 90,283 scientific papers published and 2,930,667 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Biology, Environmental Science, Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Medicine, Chemistry, Political Science, and Geography and Cartography.
University of Exeter majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 568 | 3650 |
| 1993 | 613 | 3785 |
| 1994 | 642 | 3977 |
| 1995 | 784 | 5330 |
| 1996 | 834 | 5658 |
| 1997 | 920 | 6126 |
| 1998 | 869 | 7040 |
| 1999 | 910 | 8214 |
| 2000 | 1053 | 9939 |
| 2001 | 1003 | 11370 |
| 2002 | 1112 | 14101 |
| 2003 | 1067 | 16603 |
| 2004 | 1157 | 18710 |
| 2005 | 1195 | 22492 |
| 2006 | 1314 | 25642 |
| 2007 | 1591 | 29855 |
| 2008 | 1487 | 33987 |
| 2009 | 1742 | 39714 |
| 2010 | 2084 | 46772 |
| 2011 | 2241 | 56735 |
| 2012 | 2524 | 67531 |
| 2013 | 2834 | 80226 |
| 2014 | 3194 | 93984 |
| 2015 | 3400 | 107108 |
| 2016 | 3598 | 118881 |
| 2017 | 4101 | 137037 |
| 2018 | 4813 | 167903 |
| 2019 | 5003 | 197970 |
| 2020 | 6254 | 249697 |
| 2021 | 6136 | 302509 |
| 2022 | 6344 | 309905 |
| 2023 | 6522 | 332360 |
| 2024 | 5440 | 335747 |
Tuition
The tuition table for University of Exeter gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Annual Tuition Cost | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate (UK/EU) | £9,250 | GBP |
| Undergraduate (International) | £18,500 | GBP |
| Postgraduate Taught (UK/EU) | £9,500 - £13,500 | GBP |
| Postgraduate Taught (International) | £17,500 - £24,500 | GBP |
| Postgraduate Research (UK/EU) | £4,500 - £7,500 | GBP |
| Postgraduate Research (International) | £17,500 - £24,500 | GBP |
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by University of Exeter.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Doctorate | Ancient Civilizations, Anthropology, Archaeology, Art History, Astronomy and Space Science, Business Administration, Classical Languages, Computer Science, Education, Energy Engineering, Engineering, Film, Geography, Geography (Human), Geology, Health Sciences, Islamic Studies, Law, Mathematics, Medicine, Middle Eastern Studies, Mining Engineering, Modern Languages, Philosophy, Physics, Political Sciences, Psychology, Religious Studies, Sociology, Sports, Theatre, Theology |
|---|
University of Exeter alumni
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J. K. Rowling
- Enrolled in the University of Exeter
- In 1983 studied French
- Occupations
- screenwriterwriternovelistchildren's writerfilm producer
- Biography
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Joanne Rowling, known by her pen name J. K. Rowling, is a British author and philanthropist. She is the author of Harry Potter, a seven-volume fantasy novel series published from 1997 to 2007. The series has sold over 600 million copies, been translated into 84 languages, and spawned a global media franchise including films and video games. The Casual Vacancy was her first novel for adults. She writes Cormoran Strike, an ongoing crime fiction series, under the alias Robert Galbraith.
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Vanessa Kirby
- Occupations
- stage actorfilm actoractor
- Biography
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Vanessa Nuala Kirby is an English actress. She made her professional acting debut on stage, with acclaimed performances in the plays All My Sons (2010), A Midsummer Night's Dream (2010), Women Beware Women (2011), Three Sisters (2012), and as Stella Kowalski in A Streetcar Named Desire (2014).
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Zara Tindall
- Enrolled in the University of Exeter
- Studied physiotherapy
- Occupations
- event ridercelebrityequestrianactor
- Biography
-
Zara Anne Elizabeth Tindall is a British equestrian, Olympian, socialite and member of the British royal family. She is the daughter of Anne, Princess Royal, and Captain Mark Phillips, and the eldest niece of King Charles III. She was born sixth in the line of succession to the British throne during the reign of her maternal grandmother Elizabeth II, becoming 22nd in line as of 2025.
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Peter Phillips
- Biography
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Peter Mark Andrew Phillips is a British businessman. He is the son of Anne, Princess Royal, and Captain Mark Phillips, and a nephew of King Charles III. At the time of his birth during the reign of his maternal grandmother Elizabeth II, he was 5th in the line of succession to the British throne; as of 2025, he is 19th.
University of Exeter faculties and divisions
| College : Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Sciences | Applied Mathematics, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Engineering, Mathematics, Mining Engineering, Physics, Production Engineering, Statistics |
|---|---|
| College : Humanities | Ancient Civilizations, Arts and Humanities, Classical Languages, English, Film, Theatre, Theology |
| College : Life and Environmental Sciences | Biochemistry, Biological and Life Sciences, Ecology, Geography, Health Sciences, Psychology, Sports, Zoology |
| College : Medical Sciences | Medicine, Radiology, Surgery |
| College : Social Sciences and International Studies | Arabic, Education, Islamic Studies, Law, Philosophy, Political Sciences, Sociology |
| School : Business | Accountancy, Business Administration, Business and Commerce, Econometrics, Economics, Leadership, Marketing |
General information
| Founded | 1955 |
|---|---|
| Motto | Lucem sequimur We follow the light |
| Colors | green, white |
Location and contacts
| Address | Mail Room, The Old Library Prince of Wales Road Exeter, EX4 4SB United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| City population | 124,000 |