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Exeter College is an award-winning, world class, Ofsted Outstanding College, recognised nationally as one of the very best colleges in the country. We are focused on delivering excellent teaching, learning and training to help all of our learners achieve their potential.

We offer an exceptional choice of curriculum options including over 35 A Level subjects, the International Baccalaureate (IB), Apprenticeships and vocational/technical courses, covering nearly every subject area across a broad range of levels.

On this page you will find information about everything that is available to you as a student at Exeter College and everything you will need to support you in your decision making.

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A Step-by-Step Guide to Applying to Exeter College graphic:
1) Attend an Open Event
2) Decide on your course or Apprenticeship
3) Complete your application via our website
4) Attend an interview
5) We will invite you to enrolment
6) Collect your results
7) Come to enrolment
8) Start College!

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1) Attend an Open Event
2) Decide on your course or Apprenticeship
3) Complete your application via our website
4) Attend an interview
5) We will invite you to enrolment
6) Collect your results
7) Come to enrolment
8) Start College!

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Daniel

"The facilities at College are really good and we spend a lot of time in the computer lab doing practical work, such as cyber security. I am really enjoying applying what I learn at College during my work placement and vice versa."
Digital Support Services T Level

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Chris

“The IB has been a great experience in general. It has a Creative Activity and Service (CAS) element and there are a certain amount of hours you need to do. For one of my extra activities I am part of the Met Office research group which is really interesting. The environment at Exeter College is magnificent, because I get to be in a space where I can talk both academically and socially with my friends.”
International Baccalaureate

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Daisy

“I study PE, Biology and Psychology A Levels and find they link together nicely. I chose my subjects by thinking about what I enjoy the most and what could help lead to a career in Sports, as that is my main interest.”
PE, Biology and Psychology A Levels (plus Rugby Academy)

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Tory

"I started at the College when I turned 16, studying Level 1 Business, so I have progressed all the way from Level 1 to Level 6. I feel really proud of myself. The teachers are always there to help you whenever you need anything, it's been a brilliant experience. I would 100% recommend Exeter College, I wouldn't be where I am today if I hadn't come here."
BA Business Management

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Will

"One thing that the College does really well is to provide a distinct adult/higher education space so that you feel like you are a full university level learner and not just coming to College. As a mature learner, this was particularly important for me. During my time at the College, we had several interesting guest speakers who were all relevant to our course and helped to link what we were learning to real, ambitious industry settings. As well as the academic knowledge that my studies have provided, I have also developed readily transferable skills that I can take into the workplace, such as data analysis and the ability to present to a large group, as well as soft skills such as team working, delegation and effective communication. College has broadened my horizons as to what I can achieve within my career. I progressed onto the Business BA course having initially completed a Level 3 Business Admin Apprenticeship at the College, followed by a Business HNC and HND. I had really enjoyed these previous courses and the College by now felt like a second home, so I had no doubts about wanting to continue onto a third year of HE study. My previous experience of the College's teaching, facilities and overall culture gave me full confidence. I was lucky during my time as a student to have excellent tutors, both with industry knowledge but also a firm grounding in education. This mixture gave them a level of authority to go with their natural passion for the subject. My main tutors were supported by a team of helpful and knowledgeable lecturers who were all specialists in their individual areas. Then there is the College’s excellent support staff, varying from mental health and wellbeing services to financial advice and travel support. The other aspect worth mentioning is the superb range of study resources available at the College. In addition to the wide range of physical books and higher education-only spaces in the College’s Learning Resource Centres, there is also a vast range of material available through various online source. I would definitely recommend Exeter College to any prospective students, irrespective of what course they may be interested in. There is an incredible range of study routes and options to choose from, surrounded by state of the art facilities, all within a welcoming, supportive and inclusive environment designed to get the best out of you as a student."
BA Business Management

Case Study

Gabe

“In English Literature, we discuss a wide range of subjects - feminism, romanticism, the gothic, science - everything gets covered so that’s why it’s so interesting. I really recommend Exeter College for both the study side, which is outstanding, and the social side is amazing too – you will develop a whole new group of friends for life.”
English Literature, Biology and Philosophy A Levels

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Exeter Music Academy Presents: An Evening of Jazz 2025
Join us for a special jazz workshop and evening performance as the Exeter College Music Academy proudly presents Craig Milverton Trio, with Julian Stringle and Dominic Ashworth. Featuring a live performance by the acclaimed saxophonist Alan Barnes, recognised twice as the BBC Jazz Musician of the Year, along with our very own brilliant pianist, Craig…
- Exeter College Centre for Creative Industries 16 Jan 2025
- 19:00
16Jan
Open Event (Adult and Higher Technical Education)
Open Events are the perfect way to find out more about life at Exeter College. Our adult and higher education open events are for adult learners interested in professional or degree level courses, or leisure courses. Taking place on Wednesday 19 March 2025, 5.00-7.00pm, at the Digital and Data Centre, this Open Event is a…
- Digital and Data Centre 19 Mar 2025
- 17:00 - 19:00
19Mar
Open Event – April
Open Events are the perfect way to find out more about life at Exeter College. Our Open Events are for school leavers, those looking for an Apprenticeship and adult learners interested in professional or degree level courses or leisure courses. Taking place on Wednesday 23 April 2025, 4.00-7.00pm, an Open Event is a chance for anyone interested in joining us to…
- 23 Apr 2025
- 16:00 - 19:00
23Apr

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