Live and Work in the Most Beautiful Part of the UK
Staff at the University of Exeter, whether based at our campuses in Devon or Cornwall, benefit from living in one of the most beautiful parts of the country. With stunning scenery, outstanding quality of life, and increasingly excellent economic prospects, the South West has cemented its reputation as one of the very best places to live, work, and study in the UK. It’s no wonder our students are consistently amongst the most satisfied in the country. “Well-heeled and comfortable, Exeter exudes evidence of its centuries-old role as the spiritual and administrative heart of Devon. The city’s Gothic cathedral presides over pockets of cobbled streets; medieval and Georgian buildings, and fragments of the Roman city stretch out all around. A snazzy new shopping centre brings bursts of the modern, thousands of university students ensure a buzzing nightlife, and the vibrant quayside acts as a launch pad for cycling or kayaking trips. Throw in some stylish places to stay and eat and you have a
Exeter – A Modern City with a Rich History
Exeter is home to the Streatham Campus on the edge of the city, and St Luke’s Campus in the heart of the town. Set in the heart of the beautiful Devon countryside, Exeter is a lively, vibrant city with a strong independent sector. There are boutique shops alongside high street stores, and quirky cafés peppered amongst independent restaurants using locally sourced produce. Find out more about what Exeter has to offer, including food, shopping and places to visit, on the Exeter Live Better website. You can also hear from students about their life in Exeter on our blog pages. With a high quality of life and low crime rate, a fifth of Exeter’s population study or work at the University, making the city a welcoming environment for students and academics alike. Over recent years a number of big-name companies and organisations have seen the potential of the South West’s capital city, from the Met Office to John Lewis Partnership. Exeter’s new Science Park provides outstanding opportunities for technologically-driven businesses to develop. Exeter is the administrative and commercial centre of Devon, and the region’s exquisite coastline and impressive national parks are only a short drive, cycle, bus or train journey away. With direct flights from Exeter to London, the city is better connected and more accessible than ever.
relaxed but lively base for explorations.” Lonely Planet Guide to Great Britain
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