International Alumni Groups

We have network groups spanning the globe and more than 20,000 alumni located outside of the UK, many of whom meet to renew friendships, organise or take part in networking events and strengthen ties with the University.

Country Contact volunteers are here to help other alumni as a main point of contact in their region, helping to connect you with the local alumni network. They are a point of support for current Exeter students and can help answer questions from prospective students, as well as visiting University staff. Alumni volunteers and network groups often help arrange professional networking and social events for alumni in their region.

Join your local alumni group by connecting with them on social media and for the latest University news and local alumni events. Get all the details online.

Here are some example groups:

Exeter China Alumni Association

The Exeter China Alumni Association (ECAA) was founded by volunteers in 2012 and has grown to a large network supporting alumni across China. ECAA host annual employability activities, professional networking events and social gatherings. Join the group to make new contacts, for alumni news and to join events. They are on WeChat (search “ExeterAlumni”), Weibo, Facebook, and LinkedIn. Visit the ECAA webpage for all the details.

Hong Kong Alumni Group

The Exeter Hong Kong Alumni Group (EHKAG) organise annual events, including employability and social themed activities. These include an annual employability themed event with the aim of inspiring alumni with the different career paths open to them following graduation, as well as giving the opportunity to ask questions, to network and to reconnect with alumni friends. Follow news and events in Hong Kong by joining the Hong Kong alumni group on WeChat, LinkedIn and Facebook. For more information, visit the website.

US Foundation

The University of Exeter, US Foundation was founded in 2014 by University alumni based in America and is run by four volunteers (all Directors of the Foundation), who contribute their time and resources to enhance public awareness of the University’s research excellence and nurture relationships within the network of alumni who now live and work in America. The Foundation facilitates fundraising and grantmaking activities for the University and the valuable contribution to continued academic excellence and social engagement. For more information, visit exeterusa.org

Exe-X: The Alumnae Group (female graduates)

All female Exeter graduates are invited to be a part of the Alumnae Group network and are encouraged to engage with our events and activities. Founded by a group of Exeter alumnae in London, Exe-X: the Alumnae Group was created to engage, inspire, and support female graduates. Since its launch with the first Women & Leadership Reception back in 2011, the group has run regular networking and education events. These have recently included a webinar series on ‘Overcoming Challenges in your Career’ and a virtual session on ‘Make Your Own Map – Career Success Strategy for Women’.

In Exeter, ‘Exe-X South West’ hold an informal meet-up on the first Tuesday evening of every month and organise additional events during the year. Previous events have included talks and lectures, guided tours, theatre and concert visits. The Group provides an excellent way for local alumnae to meet graduates from many different careers and disciplines, expanding their social and professional networks. It also helps us to stay in touch with the latest developments at the University. Exe-X South West is organised by a Steering Group of alumnae volunteers and recent events have included a talk from Rachel Trethewey about her latest book, The Churchill Girls.

Find out more about the groups and activities online.

College Networks

Each College within the University has its own dedicated alumni department and Alumni College Officer, who is there to support you. Business School graduates can join the Business School Alumni Association, MBA, FAFM or IM Association as well as the Hub for Senior Degree Apprenticeships. There are also networks for the Law School, Exeter Marine, the Medical School and the Camborne School of Mines (CSM) Association.

Exetra – the recent alumni group

Created in 2009, Exetra, the recent alumni group, organises professional networking and social events for alumni in the London area who graduated in the last ten years including Wine Tasting and the Christmas Exetra Pub Quiz. Run by a committee of alumni volunteers, Exetra aims to help recent graduates improve their employability by having the opportunity to hear from experts in their field, learn about different career sectors and improve their skills. As well as this the group enables graduates to meet fellow alumni, allowing them to expand their personal and professional networks. Learn more online.

University of Exeter Entrepreneur Network

This group is for Exeter students and graduates from all over the world, to help foster a strong network between our alumni that care for and practice all things ‘startup’. Whether you’re just starting out, have many years of experience, a founder, a freelancer, or someone who aims to support entrepreneurs, this group is for you. We coordinate regular events and facilitate meetups in addition to fostering conversation, connection and collaboration through this group. It is our ambition to create one of the most inspiring alumni communities in the UK dedicated to turning passion and talent into successful companies.

Exeter University Club (EUC)

The EUC is an independent, friendly club for alumni, graduates and retired staff and their families. The Club offers a range of social and cultural activities for members and their families mainly through its branches, which are largely autonomous local groups. Each local branch puts together a programme of events led by individual volunteers, clubs charge a small annual membership fee and each regional branch has a small committee. To find out more about EUC and club branch events please visit the EUC website: eucexeterbranch.org.uk

Sports Networks

The friendships made through involvement in sport at the University of Exeter last well beyond graduation. We are proud to have a flourishing alumni community through which alumni regularly meet up at a variety of events and carry out significant fundraising activity. Events include an annual Alumni Golf Day, a reception at Henley Royal Regatta, many alumni vs current student fixtures and reunions which we can help arrange. There are also regular newsletters and a memories section on our website where sports alumni can share information and photos from their time taking part in sport during their studies.

Interested? Find all the details about our sporting alumni groups online and get involved.