

Devon, England
One of the UK's fastest-climbing universities, Exeter has risen from outside the top 30 to become a consistent top-15 performer. University of Exeter is a Russell Group research university based in Devon, holding a Gold Teaching Excellence Framework rating. Exeter's Streatham Campus is regularly voted one of the most beautiful in the UK. The university has invested heavily in facilities and has particularly strong programmes in business and biosciences.
In the latest rankings, University of Exeter is positioned #155 in the QS World Rankings 2026; #170 in the THE World Rankings 2026; #14 in the Guardian University Guide (UK).
The university has approximately 33,105 students, with a diverse international community representing 111 nationalities. The largest international cohorts come from China, India, and Hong Kong.
University of Exeter currently lists 364 courses on CourseOptions, spanning 140 undergraduate and 224 postgraduate programmes.
Graduate outcomes are excellent: 91% of graduates go into employment or further study within 15 months, and the median graduate salary is £28,500, rising to £39,800 after five years.
Student satisfaction is strong, with an NSS teaching satisfaction score of 88% and a continuation rate of 94%.
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University of Exeter is ranked #155 in the world by QS World University Rankings 2026 and #22 in the UK by the Complete University Guide.
| Ranking System | Position |
|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings 2026 | #155 |
| Times Higher Education 2026 | #170 |
| Guardian University Guide (UK) | #14 |
| The Complete University Guide (UK) | #22 |
Source: QS, THE, CUG, Guardian — Updated January 2026
82.8% of graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduation.
| Time After Graduation | Median Salary | UK Average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £28,500 | £26,220 | +9% |
| 3 years | £32,500 | £29,900 | +9% |
| 5 years | £39,800 | £36,616 | +9% |
Source: HESA Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) 2025
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all subject areas and study modes. Actual graduate outcomes vary by course and cohort. For course-specific data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Has an 82% overall satisfaction rate according to the National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
Source: National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all courses and may not reflect satisfaction for a specific course. For course-level data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
22.2% of students are international, representing 111+ countries. Total international students: 7,365.
| Countries | Students | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| China | 1,845 | 25.1% |
| India | 805 | 10.9% |
| Hong Kong | 740 | 10% |
| Saudi Arabia | 210 | 2.9% |
| United States | 205 | 2.8% |
| Thailand | 200 | 2.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | 195 | 2.6% |
| Malaysia | 185 | 2.5% |
| Turkey | 155 | 2.1% |
| France | 145 | 2% |
Source: HESA official data.
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