The University of Exeter has been ranked 48th in the world in a new QS Sustainability Ranking 2023, recognising universities across the globe that are taking action to tackle the world’s greatest Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) challenges.
The rankings, which have been announced today, have been calculated using publicly available information. Information has also been previously submitted by universities to QS in relation to sustainability goals.
In collaboration with the QS advisory board, QS has split the rankings into two categories – Environmental Impact...
This month, the University of Exeter has taken an important step forward in the delivery of new, modern, low carbon student accommodation on the west of their Streatham Campus in Exeter, by appointing University Partnerships Programme (UPP) as the preferred contractor to progress plans to the next stage.
The proposed new development extends the University’s long-term partnership with UPP to create more on-campus accommodation, providing students with the best possible living experience and reducing the pressure on the University seeking third party accommodation providers in...
‘Life-changing’ research collaborations including the first official project to reintroduce beavers into England and a report that informed the UK’s response to the Russia-Ukraine conflict were celebrated on Thursday 20 October at the University of Exeter’s inaugural Knowledge Exchange Awards.
The Knowledge Exchange Awards recognise collaborations between researchers and organisations that have made an outstanding impact on society, health and the environment.
The Awards were presented to winners in seven categories, selected from over 150 entries by a panel of industry...
The University of Exeter has been honoured for innovative work to address barriers to progression to higher education.
Support to help thousands of children across the country realise their potential was honoured with a Silver Award for the ‘University of the Year’ at the sixth annual UK Social Mobility Awards.
The University of Exeter was shortlisted for the award thanks to initiatives such as Exeter Scholars, a free progression programme for pupils traditionally under-represented in higher education.
Pupils join in Year 10 or Year 12 and learn about university...
The University of Exeter has installed over 300kw and 700 solar panels on the roof of its Harrison building at the Streatham Campus in Exeter, playing a crucial role in the University reaching its target of Carbon Net Zero by 2030 and supporting its Strategy 2030 to lead meaningful action against the climate emergency.
The installation of 700 photovoltaic (PV) solar panels on the roof of the Harrison building reduces the reliance on fossil fuels and is moving the University towards clean renewable energy. The panels will save 45,282 Kg CO2 a year and the estimated output is 212,...
A medical student at the University of Exeter, who is also Miss Cardiff, has aligned her career path to developing a cure for alopecia after living with the condition for two years.
Millie-Mae, 19, was just about to compete in the 2019 Miss Wales final when she noticed a patch of hair loss on her head. Before she knew it, her hair would fall out in clumps while in the shower. After calling her GP, Millie-Mae was told that she has alopecia areata.
Alopecia areata is a disease that typically happens when the immune system attacks hair follicles and causes hair loss....
The University of Exeter will collaborate in groundbreaking worldwide research into the genetic and environmental factors of mental health in young people.
Mental health disorders affect one out of four people during their lifetime, with more than three quarters affected before the age of 24. Now, Professor Jonathan Mill , of the University of Exeter Medical School, is joining researchers from across the world in the new project Youth-GEMS (Gene Environment Interactions in Mental Health TrajectorieS of Youth), which will be coordinated by Maastricht University. The European...
Natural England and the University of Exeter have announced a new strategic partnership to boost nature recovery.
Signing the three-year agreement today, they also aim to advance research and innovation; share knowledge; enable staff, partners and students to maximise their potential; and help to ensure the sustainable stewardship of land and sea.
The organisations have worked on more than 60 joint research projects over the last decade – and exciting new projects are already under way.
These include the £10 million RENEW project , which will investigate and...
A pioneering new facility, designed to develop greener transport was officially opened in Exeter this week.
Professor Lisa Roberts, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Exeter along with The Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Devon, officially opened the University’s new Centre for Future Clean Mobility (CFCM) on Tuesday 4th October 2022.
Based in the University of Exeter’s Engineering Research Centre at Exeter Science Park, the Centre for Future Clean Mobility partners with businesses to develop low-emissions, high-efficiency integrated power systems for applications in the...
World-leading fungi research is being showcased in a fun and innovative way at a family fun event to mark UK Fungus Day.
On October 8, the University of Exeter will open its labs to give fungus enthusiasts a behind-the-scenes look at the research being conducted at the Medical Research Council's Centre for Medical Mycology (MRC CMM).
The national event features a wide range of events in Exeter, from games, crafts and fungi forays on campus to a film festival.
As part of the day, families will have the chance to become doctors for the day with the help of the...
