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Moving to Exeter as an international student: Everything you need to know

Exeter has become one of the UK's most popular destinations for international students.

Home to more than 7,000 students from over 150 countries, the city combines the academic reputation of the University of Exeter with a lifestyle that feels far less overwhelming than larger student hubs such as London, Manchester or Birmingham.

But while moving to Exeter can be exciting, moving to a new country comes with a lot of practical challenges. From finding accommodation and setting up a bank account to understanding the local transport system, here's everything international...

Learn2Live visit Exeter College to talk road safety

Exeter College hosted the road safety team Learn2Live to talk with students on the dangers of the road and how the impact of a wrong decision can last a lifetime.

The sessions run by the Learn2Live organisation provided genuine accounts of those who have been affected by road safety collisions, including police officers, bereaved parents and other emergency service professionals.

Journalists from the BBC and ITV attended the sessions, aiming to help shine a light on an important issue for many young people who are just starting to learn to drive.

The sessions...

5 tips on how to finish your thesis on time

Authored by Sam Richards
Posted: Mon, 11/11/2019 - 10:00am

You got into college and studied well, but now you’re having trouble with your thesis? Don’t worry, it is completely normal to suffer over your thesis for a long time, checking and rechecking every single detail. Don’t sweat it. Here are a few tips to help you organize your time and focus your energy on the task ahead.

1. Stay connected

In the age of the internet and mobile connection, it is vital to have access to your work and new information wherever you are. You must have steady access to e-libraries, as well as your own documents, and some devices will come in handy....

Businesses rate Exeter College top in the South West for FE apprenticeship employer satisfaction for second year running

Authored by stephendixon
Posted: Tue, 11/05/2019 - 12:57pm

The Department of Education has released results of its annual survey that ranks Apprenticeship providers based on business feedback and Exeter College has topped the South West table for further education colleges once again.

This is the second year running Exeter College received the highest rating from employers across the region, within the four counties of the South West, and the third year in a row it has scored above 97.5%.

John Laramy, Exeter College Principal and Chief Executive, said: “The feedback from our employers is vitally important to us. Our aim is to be a...

Student wins RES prize for dedication to renewable energy

A student from Exeter University is celebrating after being awarded a cash prize from the world’s largest independent renewables company in recognition of his professionalism during his course.

Conor Cowden, a fourth-year MEng Energy Engineering student at the university’s Penryn campus, received the ‘RES Power for Good Prize’ and £100 for being the best student in the field of wind energy.

Steve Higman, Head of Operational Performance said: “The renewable energy industry is one of great opportunity and students like Conor, who exemplify the very best qualities, attitude...

Galliford Try partnerships first to benefit from employer fund for T Levels

Authored by stephendixon
Posted: Wed, 10/30/2019 - 11:58am

Leading regeneration specialist Galliford Try Partnerships is the first to benefit from a government-backed initiative to encourage employers to provide valuable industry placements to T Level students.

The FTSE 250 business has partnered with Exeter College to provide industry placements to T Level construction students studying with the College from 2020.

T Levels mark a revolution in the provision of technical education for the UK and Exeter College have been selected as an ‘early adopter’ of the new qualifications. The aim is to provide students with the technical...

10 Common Mistakes in Ph.D. Research Proposal Writing

One of the most difficult academic papers is a Ph.D. research proposal. It’s a specific piece of writing. It is proposed by researchers who have some scientific project but lack the money. Therefore, they want to find an investor, clarify the proposal and get the money. Its main purpose is to convince potential investors that the project is profitable and realistic.

The task isn’t easy at all and some folks need online help. Thus, many students prefer paying someone from professional services for processing their requests like write my research proposal for a PhD application ....

Flybe celebrates National Airlines Day with visit from local schools

Flybe, Europe’s largest regional airline, welcomed a group of seven high school students to its Exeter HQ as part of National Airlines Day to experience a glimpse into the world of aviation.

The invited students were from St. Peter’s C of E School in Exeter, Sidmouth College and Maiden Beech Academy in Crewkerne, all of whom won the opportunity to attend this special event during this summer’s hugely successful Big Bang South West in Exeter, an careers’ day for schools which highlighted opportunities for Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths careers.

During the...

Why students consider to hire online writers for academic assignments

There is not a specific group of students who hire online writers. Randomly students invest in academic writers who can help them improve their final year grades.

Student’s final year results depend on their academic assignments and essays they submitted. Those who score good marks in their weekly assignments they end up with good grades. On the other side, some students, due to their poor writing skills, fail to achieve their targets. They complain that their teachers overburdened them they don’t get enough time to write more than three to four assignments weekly.

Some...

Secretary of State Visits Exeter College to Talk T Levels

Authored by stephendixon
Posted: Fri, 10/18/2019 - 11:23am

The Secretary of State for Education Gavin Williamson MP visited Exeter College to learn more about the impact new T Level qualifications will have on the region’s learners.

As a government-selected ‘early adopter’ of the new technical-based qualification, Exeter College is the only provider in Devon offering T Levels for 2020 delivery, with courses initially available in Construction, Digital and Education and Childcare. Further T Level courses will launch from 2021 as part of a national roll out.

T Levels mark a revolution in technical education in the UK as the...

Institute of Technology Digital and Data Centre at Exeter College Gets the Green Light

The South West Institute of Technology (SWIOT) Digital and Data Centre at Exeter College has been signed off as part of a wider plan to revolutionise digital, engineering and manufacturing technology education across the region. The new £11million building will be at the heart of the college and located on its Hele Road site in what is great news for the college, city and region.

The SWIOT has now officially been granted approval by the Department for Education, meaning government funding has been formally allocated to support projects across Devon, Cornwall and Somerset with the...

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