University of Exeter: Statistics

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#210 of 14,131 In the World
#71 of 2,785 In Europe
#21 of 163 In the United Kingdom
#19 of 131 In England
#30 of 1,009 For Hydrology and Water resources management
Top100 For 24 other topics
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Acceptance rate
73%
Type
Non-profit
Funding
Public-private
partnership
Highest Degree
Doctorate
Languages
English

Acceptance rate & Admissions

Acceptance Rate73%
Admissions RequirementsGeneral 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 CalendarOctober 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 67,455 scientific papers published and 1,765,985 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Biology, Environmental Science, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Medicine, Chemistry, Political Science, and Geography and Cartography.

Publications
67,455
Citations
1,765,985

University of Exeter majors

by publication & citation count

Liberal Arts & Social Sciences
37,370 / 884,895
Biology
35,152 / 1,131,144
Environmental Science
32,504 / 951,027
Engineering
26,346 / 764,114
Physics
25,373 / 744,404
Computer Science
24,792 / 681,063
Medicine
24,784 / 742,345
Chemistry
24,759 / 836,434
Political Science
19,692 / 423,622
Geography and Cartography
19,092 / 514,647
Geology
18,946 / 626,304
Law
18,237 / 405,095
Sociology
18,098 / 455,155
Ecology
17,107 / 617,840
Philosophy
16,776 / 347,113
Quantum and Particle physics
16,555 / 474,780
Psychology
16,407 / 455,474
History
14,720 / 269,017
Biochemistry
13,059 / 466,476
Genetics
12,799 / 409,345
Mathematics
12,429 / 350,856
Paleontology
11,733 / 372,886
Business
11,380 / 273,569
Archaeology
10,983 / 251,182
Pathology
10,661 / 352,208
Materials Science
10,580 / 309,482
Economics
10,118 / 235,797
Organic Chemistry
10,013 / 331,825
Statistics
9,364 / 287,789
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
8,437 / 214,704
Art & Design
7,725 / 140,133
Psychiatry
7,675 / 233,953
Linguistics
6,981 / 136,737
Optical Engineering
6,898 / 231,969
Oceanography
6,518 / 277,616
Public Health
6,231 / 225,404
Social Psychology
5,844 / 182,599
Demography
5,821 / 211,132
Botany
5,656 / 205,819
Neuroscience
5,540 / 166,204

Annual publication & citation counts

Year Publications Citations
1990 414 1896
1991 451 2165
1992 498 2591
1993 512 2725
1994 531 2798
1995 666 3686
1996 698 4154
1997 763 4425
1998 729 5099
1999 802 6029
2000 878 7124
2001 830 8302
2002 834 10129
2003 876 11783
2004 943 13361
2005 985 16331
2006 1043 18909
2007 1296 22174
2008 1291 25194
2009 1461 29098
2010 1711 33756
2011 1804 40117
2012 2072 48530
2013 2371 58306
2014 2726 68345
2015 2919 79753
2016 3208 87263
2017 3678 102383
2018 3931 120152
2019 4343 146295
2020 4946 184369
2021 5839 242508
2022 5010 237943
Academic rankings

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

  1. J. K. Rowling

    J. K. Rowling
    Born in
    United Kingdom Flag United Kingdom
    Years
    1965-.. (age 58)
    Enrolled in the University of Exeter
    In 1983 studied French
    Occupations
    authorscreenwriterwriternovelistfilm producer
    Biography

    Joanne Rowling, best known by her pen name J. K. Rowling, is a British author and philanthropist. She wrote Harry Potter, a seven-volume children's fantasy 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 (2012) was her first novel for adults. She writes Cormoran Strike, an ongoing crime fiction series, under the alias Robert Galbraith.

  2. Vanessa Kirby

    Vanessa Kirby
    Born in
    United Kingdom Flag United Kingdom
    Years
    1988-.. (age 35)
    Occupations
    stage actorfilm actoractor
    Biography

    Vanessa Nuala Kirby is an English actress. She has received several accolades, including a BAFTA TV Award, in addition to nominations for an Academy Award and a Primetime Emmy Award.

  3. Zara Tindall

    Zara Tindall
    Born in
    United Kingdom Flag United Kingdom
    Years
    1981-.. (age 42)
    Enrolled in the University of Exeter
    Studied physiotherapy
    Occupations
    celebrityequestrianactorevent riderathletics competitor
    Biography

    Zara Anne Elizabeth Tindall is a member of the British royal family, a British equestrian, an Olympian, and the daughter of Anne, Princess Royal, and Captain Mark Phillips. She is a granddaughter of Queen Elizabeth II, a niece of King Charles III and 20th in the line of succession to the British throne.

  4. Peter Phillips

    Peter Phillips
    Born in
    United Kingdom Flag United Kingdom
    Years
    1977-.. (age 46)
    Biography

    Peter Mark Andrew Phillips is a British businessman and a member of the British royal family. He is the son of Anne, Princess Royal, and Captain Mark Phillips, the eldest grandchild of Queen Elizabeth II, a nephew of King Charles III, and 17th in the line of succession to the British throne.

All 100 notable alumni

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

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