Want to go to university in South West England?
Thinking of studying in the South West? The region is home to 12 universities and is home to cities including Bristol, Plymouth and Exeter. In the South West, you'll find lots of national parks including Dartmoor, and plenty of picturesque rural villages. In contrast to this rural haven, you'll also find the region's major cities, which are popular student choices thanks to their reputation for good nightlife, live music and a range culture on offer. To learn more about the region, read our guides below to find out about the most popular student things to do, the best unis in the area and the local transport.
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If you're going to uni in the South West of England, you'll be wondering what you can get up to in the region. Check out our regional guide to the top 10 things to do for students in the area.
15 Jul 2026
Thinking about studying in South West England and want to know what to expect? This guide will be particularly handy indeed...
15 Jul 2026
If you’re thinking of applying to unis in the South West, you’ll have plenty of choice, and the region offers a great student experience. Here are 14 reasons why you should pick the South West for uni.
15 Jul 2026
Are you thinking about studying in Falmouth? If it’s on your radar but you’re not sure whether it’s for you, our list of reasons to study here can help you decide.
14 Jul 2026
If you’re thinking about applying to university in Exeter, but you’re not sure what the local area is like for students, our reasons to study in Exeter is exactly what you need.
13 Jul 2026
Thinking of studying in Bristol? Here are 14 reasons why you should...
12 Jul 2026
Planning to apply to one of the unis in Bath? Here’s 14 reasons why that’s a great idea.
12 Jul 2026
Planning to go to uni in Plymouth? We’ve got 12 reasons why that’s a great idea.
10 Jul 2026
Moving away from home to uni can be pretty daunting. We’re here to ease that transition a bit, and show you what your choice of town or city is really like. Next up on our UK tour: Gloucestershire!
09 Jul 2026
Decided to go to university in Bath? Excellent choice! Bath is a beautiful city, with plenty of uber-cool haunts for letting your hair down in. Here's 10 of the best things to do...
09 Jul 2026
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