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Sixth formers were given a unique taste of university life during a special residential course which allowed them to learn more about studying for a degree. A total of 150 young people from schools and colleges in London, Bournemouth and the Midlands came to the University of Exeter for the event. During the three-day visit to the university’s Streatham campus the Year 12 pupils lived in halls of residence and attended talks and workshops.

The University of Exeter Medical School has continued a run of success at a prestigious national neuroanatomy competition for students, scooping a trio of prizes. The Exeter contingent won big for the fourth year in a row at the 14th edition of the National Undergraduate Neuroanatomy Competition (NUNC) held at University of Glasgow in 2026. The team narrowly missed three additional NUNC prizes by a few ranking positions.

A new ADHD toolkit from the University of Exeter is the first of its kind designed specifically to be used in UK primary schools. On average, at least one child in every classroom will have attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), with many more who struggle to pay attention, resist impulses to do things like jump out their seat or shout out, or are overly active.

A group of Exeter’s Management researchers will head to the US this week for the annual gathering of the largest global network of business school academics. The Academy of Management Annual Meeting is one of the largest annual gatherings for Management scholars, and last year attracted around 14,000 participants from around the world.

A recently published book that explores the surge in women writers re-telling and recreating classic texts and ancient myths for modern audiences has been recognised by an international literature prize. Women Re-Creating Classics: Contemporary Voices was shortlisted for the prestigious International Hellenic Prize, which rewards original works in the English language inspired by Hellenic civilisation.

The founder of pioneering Cornish brand Finisterre and the Chief Executive of disaster relief charity, ShelterBox have been honoured by the University of Exeter. Tom Kay and Sanj Srikanthan were given honorary degrees at graduation ceremonies at the University’s Penryn campus, alongside Jamie Buchanan-Dunlop, who founded Encounter Edu, formerly Digital Explorer, now one of the world’s leading platforms for ocean and climate education.

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A new exhibition reflecting upon the closure of the last blast furnace in Wales and the community’s experiences, memories and hopes for the future is set to open in Port Talbot. Steeling Ourselves: Reflections from Port Talbot After the Blast Furnace Closure is a collaboration between acclaimed photographer Jon Pountney and leading researchers, including those at the University of Exeter.

Scientists have discovered two new mechanisms for how a well-established antibiotic works, paving the way for potential development of new antibiotic treatment. A team based at the University of Exeter studied the bacteria Coxiella burnetii to investigate why it is so sensitive to doxycycline. One of the most commonly prescribed antibiotics, doxycycline is effective even at low concentrations. Cells build their proteins in a machine called the ribosome.

Thousands of new University of Exeter graduates have celebrated their academic achievements with their loved ones during special ceremonies. This summer 6,760 students graduated in Exeter ceremonies, joined by 15,000 guests attending across 24 ceremonies. The class of 2026 marked the occasion alongside a leading philanthropist and other prominent figures from the arts, broadcasting, charity and business who received honorary degrees.