# Students from Italy at the University of Exeter
**Source**: https://www.exeter.ac.uk/international-students/italy/
**Parent**: https://www.exeter.ac.uk/international-students/
There are currently **more than 1100 students from Europe** studying at the University of Exeter. Discover why international students choose to study with us and find out about our entry requirements, agent representatives, and funding opportunities.
- [Entry requirements](#entry-requirements)
- [Agent representatives](#agents)
- [Scholarships and funding opportunities](#scholarships)
- [Immigration and visa support](#immigration)
- [Get in touch or meet with us](#contact)
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## Entry requirements
The information below will allow you to check qualifications from your country or territory to see if they may be accepted for entry to the University of Exeter, and the equivalent grades required. [Our course pages](https://www.exeter.ac.uk/study/) contain typical entry requirements that are commonly held by UK applicants. You can find out [details on our English language requirements here](https://www.exeter.ac.uk/study/englishlanguagerequirements/).
Undergraduate entry requirements
### Undergraduate entry requirements for students from Italy
Typical entry requirements
| A-Level | Diploma di Esame di Stato conclusivo dei corsi di istruzione secondaria (upper secondary leaving certificate) | European Baccalaureate |
| --- | --- | --- |
| A\*AA | 95% or above overall | 87% |
| AAA | 94% or above overall | 85% |
| AAB | 89% or above overall | 80% |
| ABB | 85% or above overall | 77% |
| BBB | 80% or above overall | 75% |
Specific subject requirements\
e.g. 'A-Level Maths, grade B'
| A-Level | Diploma di Esame di Stato conclusivo dei corsi di istruzione secondaria (upper secondary leaving certificate) |
| --- | --- |
| A\* | 20 in the named subject |
| A | 18 in the named subject |
| B | 16 in the named subject |
#### More information
- [How to apply for an undergraduate course](https://www.exeter.ac.uk/undergraduate-degrees/apply/)
Postgraduate entry requirements
### Postgraduate entry requirements for students from Italy
#### Postgraduate Taught
Typical entry requirements
| First Degree | Diploma Accademico di Primo Livello or Laurea or Licenza di Accademia di Belle Arti or Diploma di Mediatore Linguistico |
| --- | --- |
| First | 110–102 |
| 2:1 | 101–92 |
| 2:2 | 91–67 |
**Please note:**Students who have completed any of the following would also be considered if making a postgraduate application:
- Diploma Accademico di Secondo Livello
- Laurea Specialistica
- Laurea Magistrale
- Diploma Accademico di Formazione alla Ricerca
- Dottorato di Ricera
#### Postgraduate Research
For entry onto postgraduate research programmes (including PhD) you will need to hold a relevant Masters degree, supported by a strong research proposal.
#### English language requirements
Students who have been awarded a degree within the last 7 years from the American University of Rome, where they completed their whole degree in English and can provide official evidence of being taught and examined in English (e.g., a Medium of Instruction letter or confirmation on their degree certificate), are exempt from requiring an English language test to meet our [English language requirements](https://www.exeter.ac.uk/study/englishlanguagerequirements/).
#### More information
- [How to apply for a Masters course](https://www.exeter.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/applying/)
- [How to apply for a PhD or research degree](https://www.exeter.ac.uk/study/pg-research/apply/)
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## Agent representatives
The University of Exeter has agreements with independent representatives in your country, who would be pleased to tell you more about the University's programmes and assist you in making an application. Most of our representatives offer their services to applicants for free. Those that do charge a fee must make this clear from the outset of their consultation with students and issue appropriate receipts. If you have any concerns about whether an agent is an authorised representative of the University of Exeter, please contact us. We also welcome feedback on the services offered by our local representatives. Please see a list of agents operating in your country or territory below, or consult our [list of agents operating globally or online](https://www.exeter.ac.uk/international-students/university-agents/).
- [StudyIn](https://www.gostudyin.com/)
> #### Ana, studying a BA Liberal Arts
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> "It has been one of the most fruitful experiences of my life in how it has been an open and reflective learning experience; not just regarding my chosen course but for myself personally, helping me advance in my personal and academic goals, and making connections with those around me."
## Scholarships and funding opportunities
We are investing over £7m in a range of scholarships to support international and EU students paying international tuition fees, who choose Exeter for their studies in 2026/27.
Our [Exeter Excellence Scholarships](https://www.exeter.ac.uk/study/funding/exeterexcellence/), recognise outstanding academic achievement and support students from around the world to take their place in our vibrant, global community.
For September 2026, these merit-based scholarships are valued at:
- Undergraduate (Bachelors): £3,000 or £5,000 (recurring for each eligible year of study)
- Postgraduate Taught (Masters): £3000, £5,000 or £10,000.
[Find out more about available scholarships and funding opportunities](https://www.exeter.ac.uk/international-students/funding-scholarships/)
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## Immigration and visa support
The International Student Support Office can provide you with advice on any immigration and visa matters you may need help with, including applying for your student visa.
[Visit our immigration and visa support webpage](https://www.exeter.ac.uk/international-students/immigration-visas/)
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## Get in touch or meet with us
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[Contact us](https://www.exeter.ac.uk/international-students/#contact)
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