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This course is a general introduction to studying in the Faculty of HASS. We hope you've been able to access it before arriving on campus, but if not don't worry - it's an important first step in helping you to feel at home here and provides lots of vital information about the opportunities and support available to you.

We are using the learning platform 'Learn Exeter' because we cannot give you access via your personal email address before you've enrolled and have activated your Exeter IT account. Once you have your IT account set up, you will have access to our 'ELE' (Exeter Learning Environment) platform. You can come back to Learn Exeter at any time to access this induction course using the same email address you used when registering here.

If you've not experienced online learning before via a platform like Learn Exeter, there are a few guidelines that are worth reading through first. You'll discover lots about being a student in your degree area, but we also want you to get to know each other! The more you contribute via the Forums, the more we'll be able to work together to create an inclusive and welcoming community. 

Posting comments 

Share your thoughts in the Forums. Have a look at other students' comments. If you can relate to a comment someone else has made, why not leave a reply?  

If you are interested in what may be said in a Forum, you can use the “Subscribe to Forum” button – you will automatically be subscribed if you post to it or reply to it. You can amend your preferences for this in your profile. 


Communicating online

Please read the Code of Conduct for Learn.Exeter. You can find a link to all policies concerning privacy, accessibility and copyright in the footer area of this site.

Top Tips:

  • Read your comments and replies all the way through before you post them. If you post in a hurry, you may regret it later – you can edit your comments for up to 30 minutes after you have posted them or delete them if you wish 
  • Don’t write a reply that you wouldn’t say face-to-face 
  • Remember that your fellow students vary in culture, age and experience 
  • Not all students have English as their first language, so always try to write clearly 
  • Explain any acronyms you use and avoid jargon if you can 
  • If you see a message that you think is offensive you can report it via the contact us link at the bottom of the course page 
  • Do not share your personal data on Forums

Last modified: Friday, 30 May 2025, 11:55 AM