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University of Exeter 2026: Courses, Fees, Admissions & Rankings

University of Exeter is a leading university offering a wide range of programmes for international students.

University of Exeter
QS Ranking
136
University Type
Public
Total Students
33,105
Scholarships
1 Available

Overview

Location
Penryn Campus, United Kingdom
Institution Type
Public
Established
1955
Total Students
33,105
Popular Intakes
January, May, September
Average IELTS Requirement
UG: 6.0 · PG: 6.5
QS Ranking
136

Updated October 2026Source: exeter.ac.uk

Fees & costs for international students

ItemGBPapprox. INR
Tuition per year (range across courses)£28,900 – £31,000₹36.4 – ₹39.1 lakh
Scholarship, per year (up to)£10,000₹12.6 lakh
Deposit to confirm your place£2,500₹3.1 lakh
Application feeNo Application Fee–
Living cost, per month£1,171₹1.5 lakh

INR at about 126 per £, approximate. Figures from our stored university data.

Admission requirements for Indian applicants

Backlogs accepted
0 - 15
IELTS
6.5, no band below 5.5
PTE / TOEFL / Duolingo
67 / 90 / 120
English waiver
12th English marks 70%
Deadline
ASAP
Intakes
January, May, September

How to apply

  1. Pick a course and check the entry rules above.
  2. Apply online or through AdmitKard.
  3. Pay the £2,500 deposit to receive your CAS.
  4. Apply for your UK Student visa.

Courses & Fees

PostgraduateGBP 29,400/yr *
MSc Renewable Energy Engineering
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PostgraduateGBP 28,900/yr *
Geotechnical Engineering MSc
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PostgraduateGBP 29,800/yr *
Marine Environmental Management MSc
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PostgraduateGBP 31,000/yr *
MSc Sustainable Business Management: Tourism
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PostgraduateGBP 28,900/yr *
Applied Data Science (Renewable Energy) MSc
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PostgraduateGBP 28,900/yr *
Applied Data Science and Modelling MSc
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Updated October 2026Source: exeter.ac.uk

Cost of Living

Monthly Living Cost

GBP 1,171
(UKVI financial requirement, outside London)

Estimated Total

GBP 10,539
(For up to 9 months)

Updated October 2026Source: gov.uk

Scholarships 2026

Merit
University of Exeter Postgraduate Taught Scholarship for India
GBP 10000
Indian citizens paying their own overseas fees on an eligible campus-based master's programme.

exeter.ac.uk

Updated October 2026Source: exeter.ac.uk

Rankings 2026

What rankings are available for University of Exeter?
QS RankingSource: QS World University Rankings (university data sheet)
136
US News Best Global UniversitiesSource: U.S. News Best Global Universities 2026-2027 edition
138

Cost & ROI Calculator

Subject (for salary lookup)
Engineering & Technology
Tuition fee / year
GBP 29,400
Avg Starting Salary
GBP 32,478
UK national average, HESA 2023/24
Estimated Total Cost
GBP 33,452
Tuition − scholarship + living cost
Payback Period
1.0 years
Total cost ÷ starting salary

Graduate Job Prospects: Pay vs Competition

See what graduates in a subject typically earn in the UK, and how many University of Exeter students graduate in it each year. Better pay with fewer graduates means less competition for jobs.

Subject
Engineering & Technology

Figures are for the whole subject, not this single course.

Typical UK salary
£32,478
UK median for Engineering & Technology (HESA 2023/24)
Graduates, 2024/25
680
Students who qualified in this subject at University of Exeter
Opportunity score
8/10 Strong
Higher pay and fewer graduates score higher

Salary is the UK national median for the subject (HESA 2023/24). Graduates are University of Exeter qualifiers in that subject (2024/25, HESA). The score is AdmitKard's own estimate, not an official statistic.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the IELTS and entry requirements for University of Exeter?
Exeter sets its English requirement by programme profile, from IELTS 6.0 overall (no section below 6.0) up to IELTS 7.0 overall with no section below 6.5; each course page states which profile applies. Degree requirements are set course by course, so check the Entry requirements section of your course page. exeter.ac.uk
Source: exeter.ac.uk
What scholarships are available at University of Exeter?
University of Exeter Postgraduate Taught Scholarship for India: GBP 10,000 first-year tuition reduction for Indian students on eligible campus-based master's courses starting in September 2027 (the 2026/27 award was GBP 7,500). No separate application. Amounts are reviewed each year, so confirm the figure for your intake on the official page. exeter.ac.uk
Source: exeter.ac.uk
What is the cost of living in Penryn Campus?
The cost of living in Penryn Campus is in line with the UK average for international students. The UK government's Student visa financial requirement here is GBP 1,171/month, which reflects typical living costs including accommodation, food, transport and utilities. gov.uk
Source: gov.uk
How do I apply to University of Exeter?
You can apply directly to University of Exeter through their online application portal. There is no application fee. Once you apply you will receive a conditional offer within 2-3 weeks.

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