Formed in 1955, the University of Exeter offers world-class education and research with outstanding student satisfaction in one of the most beautiful locations in the UK. We’re committed to working with our students to make the world greener, healthier, and fairer. The University of Exeter (UoE) is known for its world-class research and excellent student satisfaction through its three campuses. The historic cathedral city of Exeter is home to two of our campuses: Streatham, located on the edge of the city, and St Luke’s in the centre. Set in the heart of the beautiful Devon countryside, Exeter is consistently rated as one of the best places to live, work, and study in the UK. The University of Exeter Penryn Campus is located in Cornwall, thanks to its scenic beaches and coves, and dramatic clifftop views, Cornwall is one of Britain’s favourite holiday destinations. The county also has a rich history of artistic and scientific innovation, making it a fascinating and stimulating place to attend university.
A member of the Russell Group of leading research-intensive universities, the University of Exeter is in the top 150 Universities in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings and continues to create graduates of distinction. The University of Exeter is a world leader in Clean Water and amongst the very best in Europe for Climate Action, Zero Hunger and progress towards the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
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Partner university’s areas of study
Eligibility and Timing
Terms Offered
Who can go?
- Students must have a cumulative average of at least 70% to attend this partnership
Term Dates
Semester 1: Late September - Mid January
Semester 2: Mid January - Mid June
Timing
Students must have a cumulative average of at least 70% to attend this partnership.
- Alternative assessments may be offered to semester one students if your home university’s academic calendar clashes with Exeter’s and you must return for classes
- Exeter’s Psychology department will not offer alternative assessment – semester one students must be present for the January exams.
Credits
Summer programs
Course equivalency formula
Exeter credits divided by 4 = UBC credits
Credit transfer process
The transfer credit process takes approximately 16 weeks following each submission deadline. You should allow sufficient time to meet important deadlines that may affect you (e.g. application for graduation, registration in courses that require prerequisites that you took on exchange, entry to a major/honours program, etc.)
For more information about Go Global transfer credit
Passing grade
Pass = 40Course Information
* Students who have special requirements or require academic accommodation should contact a Go Global advisor regarding their needs at least six weeks prior to the application deadline.
Type of Go Global Experiences
Course information and restrictions
Students are not able to complete studies at Exeter in the following:
- Graduate School of Education
- University of Exeter Medical School programmes
- Modules in some departments can be competitive, general information is provided on the module guidance link here.
- While Psychology is normally limited, UBC students may complete some studies in this subject. Please speak to your Go Global Advisor for more information.
Human Kinetics at UBC Okanagan:
- HMKN 310 + 311 credit can only be earned for the below courses if ESS2001, ESS3706, and ESS3707 are all taken (HMKN 3rd credit will also be granted)
- To earn HMKN 449 or 499 from either ESS 3302 or 3304, permission must be obtained from the program advisor for HMKN
- It is recommended that students should not take the following courses as they will overlap with 1st/2nd year courses, unless they require the associated credit (see Go Global advisor if any questions):
- ESS2004 Biomechanics I
- ESS2017 Measurement of Physical Activity, Exercise, and Sport
- ESS2222 Motor Control
- ESS2303 Research Methods and Analytical Procedures
- ESS2304 Quantitative Research Methods
Full course load information
60 Exeter credits per semester
120 Exeter credits per academic year
Transfer Credits And Equivalent Courses At This University
Check out the courses that previous students have transferred back to UBC in the last 5 years using our Course Search Tool. If you don't see a particular course you listed, it simply means you need to submit it as a new course request through the Transfer Credit Portal while on your Go Global experience. For more information, please visit the Go Global Transfer Credit webpage.
Exchange Tuition
- 15 credits or equivalent full-time program fee per term, paid to UBC
- Some exceptions may apply
Scholarships and awards
The Go Global Award $1000
All students accepted to Go Global for Exchange, Research Abroad, or Study Abroad travel programs are automatically considered for this award. If you meet the eligibility criteria, you'll be notified of your award after you're accepted to Go Global and after you get nominated to apply to the partner university.
Additional awards
Students who are eligible for awards may receive one UBC or UBC-affiliated international learning award. If you're eligible, you are always offered the highest-value award. Unless stated otherwise, you need to meet eligibility criteria set out by the University Senate regarding awards.
Check out international learning awards and eligibility.
Information for US students:
If you are a student from the United States, please check the US Department of Education Lookup Tool to ensure that any partner institution you wish to attend on Exchange is Title IV ‘eligible’ for Federal Student Aid for the year in which you intend to study there. For institutions outside of the US, select “Foreign Country” from the “State” dropdown menu.
If you attend an eligible institution, then you may receive Title IV federal student loans while on Exchange.
If you attend an ineligible institution:
- You will not be eligible for US federal student loans,
- You may invalidate any US student aid you have previously received for your studies at UBC,
- You may be required to immediately begin repaying your US student loans, and
- You may not be eligible for any future US student aid for the remainder of your studies at UBC.
Types of accommodation available
Housing notes
Full Year Exchange
- If you are studying for the full academic year starting in September you are guaranteed university-owned or managed accommodation on both campuses as long as you apply by the deadline (July 31st).
One Semester Exchange
- There are limited university-owned rooms for students studying for one semester, the majority will seek accommodation in the private sector. A list of privately-owned or managed houses close to the University can be found by following the Accommodation link on the Study Abroad Inbound webpages.
- Single semester university accommodation is usually more readily available in semester 2 than in semester 1.
- On Penryn campus, there are additional on campus rooms available and most students receive on-campus accommodation in Glasney Student Village.