What I wish I knew – The students’ guide to Exeter College
You’ve done it! Exams are over. Now it’s time to relax and start getting excited about everything Exeter College has waiting for you when you join in September.
But don’t just take our word for it. Our students have shared their top tips on where to hang out with friends, grab food, find the best study spots, and more. Basically, everything you need to settle in fast.
Check out our videos below and get a sneak peek of life at Exeter College!
The students’ guide to: Exeter city centre
Planning to study in the city centre or by the quay? This guide’s for you! Follow performing arts students Sylvie, Zia and Dylan as they show you around our central sites and share some of their favourite nearby spots.
Exeter’s a vibrant city with a big student community, so there’s loads to enjoy—places to grab food, hang out with friends, and explore arts and culture (often for free!).
If you’re based in the centre, getting here is easy, with transport links from across Devon and beyond.
And don’t forget what’s available on site too. Click below to check out the best social, study, and café spaces at College.
The students’ guide to: Technology Centre
Our Technology Centre is on the edge of Exeter near Pinhoe. The Centre offers up to date technologies and modern workshops to get you ready for industry or further study.
In the video, Engineering students Anya and Alex share insider tips – from where to store your PPE to the best study spots, and more.
There’s onsite parking, but lots of students travel by bus, train or bike. You’re also close to popular shops, cafés and big retailers – perfect for breaks (they share their faves in the video).
Aerospace students also spend time at the Future Skills Centre near Exeter Airport, which has its own café and social spaces.
The students’ guide to: Construction Centre
You’re all set to train at one of our Construction sites on the Sowton Industrial Estate. Here, you’ll be right at the heart of a busy hub, surrounded by trades, warehouses, and great transport links.
Need food? The Construction Centre has a café open before lessons – perfect for a morning coffee. There are also plenty of nearby cafés around the estate.
Studying at the Construction Centre or at the Construction Innovation Centre means building real practical skills with industry‑leading facilities. In fact, Exeter College is the Construction Technical Excellence College for the Southwest.
Let construction students Sam and Jack show you around!
Want to know even more?
We hope these videos give you some useful insights to help you feel ready to take your next steps to Exeter College. And, if you want more, here are some quick links and further advice.
