MUSLIM STUDENT GUIDE THE UNIVERSITY OF EXETER WARMLY WELCOMES STUDENTS OF ALL FAITHS TO ITS BEAUTIFUL, SAFE AND SECURE CAMPUSES IN SOUTH WEST ENGLAND. Exeter Penryn Islamic Society Mosques (FXU’s) With students from over 140 different The Islamic Centre in Exeter was countries, academic staff of 50 different Formed to address and serve the spiritual established in 1978 through the efforts nationalities, and links to several universities needs of Muslim students and staff at our of local Muslim businessmen and students worldwide, the University of Exeter offers Penryn Campus, FXU’s Islamic Society from the University of Exeter. Since its a truly cosmopolitan student experience, aims to produce an inclusive society where formation it has grown considerably as well as a safe learning environment in everyone is welcome, regardless of both in its physical size and activities. one of the most beautiful parts of the UK. background, where people can learn and Their primary purpose of providing a The University’s strong reputation (it has understand the true peaceful message of consecrated place for worship has been consistently been ranked among the top 15 Islam. The society is overseen by FOSIS retained in the forefront, and in 1999 universities in the UK), and its outstanding (Federation of Student Islamic Societies) plans were approved for a purpose-built student satisfaction results are just two of and works hard to welcome and support new Mosque. In addition to providing the factors which motivate overseas students and current Muslim students. It offers social a place for prayer and worship, Exeter to come to Exeter. In addition, the and networking opportunities, carries out Mosque also offers advice, guidance, University’s location in the South West of charity work and helps connect students. classes and events with guest speakers. England offers access to some of the most beautiful cities, towns and villages in the Find out more by visiting: UK, as well as to wild rolling countryside, www.fxu.org.uk/organisation/Isoc/ While there is not an actual mosque close a rugged coastline and sandy beaches. to our Penryn Campus in Cornwall, the next best thing is the Cornwall Islamic Centre Exeter Islamic Society (ISoc) at Carnon Downs, about half way between “We warmly welcome international Penryn and Truro - Friday prayers The Exeter Islamic Society (ISoc) is (Jummah) are offered on campus and also students and ensure that you have all an award-winning student-led group, at the Islamic Centre. The centre holds a welcoming those from both Islamic the support you need, both before you number of weekly and annual events and non-Islamic backgrounds, and provides arrive and when you are studying with including weekly prayers, Sunday school, social opportunities as well as the chance us, so you can make the most of your Sisters’ study sessions and annual Eid for members to develop their knowledge time in the UK. At present more than celebrations. of Islam. They host a range of fantastic 5,000 students from 140 countries events including regular guest speakers, Find out more by visiting: poetry nights, film screenings, sports outside the UK contribute to a thriving www.exetermosque.org.uk activities, and social gatherings. ISoc international community across our www.facebook.com/Cornwall-Islamic-Community- also has a great relationships with Exeter campuses in Exeter and Cornwall.” Mosque and collaborates on events Centre-294629387618 during the year. Saba Khan President of Islamic Society Exeter Campus Halal Takeaway “Throughout my three years at university – Golden Horn I have been involved with FXU Islamic Muslim Prayer Rooms (male and – Chef and Grill Society, in my first year I was a member female) with wuhdu facilities for both – Raj India of the society and in my second and third - Old Library, Streatham Campus – Blue Eyes BBQ year I have been fortunate enough to – Spice Magic have been on the committee. FXU Islamic Muslim Prayer Rooms - Holnicote – BBQ Kebab House Society serves Muslim students, helping Building, St Luke’s Campus – Chadni Express them with anything from finding halal – Sidwells fish and chips Penryn Campus restaurants to finding the Multifaith Chaplaincy on campus to pray. The Halal grocery sisters’ weekly meetings are one of my Multifaith prayer room at Multifaith – Brothers Butchers Chaplaincy, Tremough Barton Cottages – Best One favourite parts of the week and I look forward to the dinners and cakes that we Halal Food Exeter: Halal Food Penryn: cook for each other, but, most important each other’s company. I would say that I Halal food is served in a number of In Cornwall there is a growing selection of feel very well supported by the staff at campus outlets and is available from local specialist food shops in both Falmouth and The University as well as the Islamic specialist shops. There are supermarkets Truro, alongside the usual selection of Society, who have made my three and street markets in Exeter including larger supermarkets. The nearby towns of years a wonderful experience.” two international supermarkets and Falmouth and Truro offer restaurants and shops selling halal products. supermarkets selling Halal meat and it can Chloe Zillwood also be ordered online for delivery. English (BA) Halal Restaurants – Gourmet Peri-Peri – number one for students Accommodation “I have become a very active student. – Mashawi Last year I was appointed as the Senior Male/female accommodation is available. – New Horizon When applying for accommodation online Law Representative, while also taking up – Las Iguanas chicken, lamb and duck there is the option on the further details the responsibilities of a Residence Life is halal page to select a gender preference. Mentor and a Pathways to Law Mentor. – Caramello halal turkey bacon for I am also Vice President for both the savoury dishes Arriving in the UK Islamic Society and Pakistani Society, – Kaspas giving me the chance to develop – The Ghandi We understand it is a big step to move to – The Ganges leadership skills, fantastic for employability. another country and we do everything we Exeter has truly helped me gain – Pizza Express – halal chicken can to ensure your relocation is as enjoyable confidence and other crucial skills. – Gourmet Burger Kitchen – halal chicken as possible. We offer a full International It provides a huge range of – Dana Pani Induction including Heathrow meet and – Red rose greet, international arrivals welcome and opportunities that I am always grabbing. – Al Farid activities for international students over I love Exeter and would never regret – Ottoman Grill the first 2 weeks on campus. choosing it.” – Bar Venezia Iqra Ali – Comptoir Libanais Find out more at: – Pasha www.exeter.ac.uk/international LLB Law – Argee Bhajee – The Spice Island – Comptoir Libanais – Pasha 2017CAMS110.