Prepare for entry to Year 1 of an undergraduate degree at the University of Exeter. Choose from 150+ subject areas, ranging from accounting, business and management to biological and environmental sciences, computer science, engineering and humanities.
An accelerated 2-term option is available to students with a higher level of English – or choose the 4-term option for extra English language support. You can also take the opportunity to complete a work placement or study in another country as part of your degree, providing you meet the entry requirements.
Key Information
- During the Exeter International Foundation, you can choose from a variety of modules* to tailor the program to your interests and passions. Download our digital booklet here to find out more about the different modules for each degree.
- Progress to the University of Exeter, a world top 30 university pursuing UN Sustainable Development Goals (Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2025).
- In scientific modules, carry out experiments in our science lab and learn how to produce laboratory reports.
- In business modules, analyze current business case studies, and gain working knowledge of financial reporting, marketing strategies, management theories and the basic techniques of management accounting.
- In engineering modules, learn how to use software to solve problems, and gain practical experience through laboratory work in the university’s electronic and materials testing laboratories.
- In humanities and social science modules, explore the impact of environmental, political, economic, and social systems, and analyse film techniques and the film industry.
*A small number of specialist progression degrees might include compulsory modules to give students the best preparation for their intended degree. Some degrees are only available for certain intakes.
Age Requirement
16
All students must be 17 by the end of their academic year of study, no later than 31 August.
Academic Year 2026/27
22nd March 2027 - 27th August 2027
- Term 1: 22nd March 2027 - 11th June 2027
- Term 2: 21st June 2027 - 27th August 2027
Estimated cost of attendance
Tuition fee
£ 16,950.00
Enrolment fee (compulsory)
£ 275.00
Textbooks (compulsory)
£ 270.00 - 365.00
Studio or lab fee (compulsory – programme dependent)
£ 575.00
Approximate cost
£ 18,070.00 - 18,165.00
The cost of your study plan may vary depending on factors including the pathway chosen, programme length and choice of accommodation.
Prices shown here are provisional and reflect the cost of tuition fees for this programme for the 2026/27 academic year. Tuition fees for this programme may increase in future academic years. See more information about tuition fees here.
All students who confirm their offer on or before 30 November 2026 will pay the 2026/2027 price as per their existing offer letter. After 30 November 2026, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2027/2028 pricing. Please note that the fees listed are for Year 1 of study only.
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