Based in the biggest city in the south-west of England, the University of Plymouth can provide international students with all the best aspects of British life. With a campus in the centre of a vibrant coastal city, the university is a short drive from the local beaches and Dartmoor National Park.

Over GBP 300 million has been invested in the campus in recent years, from a new performing arts centre, to a Marine Building with wave tanks and ship simulators and a 24-hour library. The University of Plymouth has high-quality facilities that help its students make the most out of their time in the UK.

The university has a brilliant Careers Service, which includes a Careers and Employability Hub to help students create the perfect CV, look for part time work or speak to an advisor about what they can do with their degree once they have graduated. In addition, over 4,500 students take part in placements and work-based learning every year.

Two-thirds of the research conducted by the University of Plymouth is ranked as either world-leading or internationally excellent by the Research Excellence Framework. Its facilities include a wave machine, a diving centre and three research vessels.

The university has 135,000 alumni across 135 countries and 3,000 current international students – approximately 14% of the student body.

The University of Plymouth is based in the biggest city in the south-west of England, providing international students with all the best aspects of British life. With a campus in the centre of a vibrant coastal city, the university is located a short drive from the local beaches and Dartmoor National Park.

Ranked a top ten UK young university in the THE Young University Rankings 2019, the university has 139,000 alumni across 135 countries and 3,000 current international students, approximately 14 per cent of the student body.

The university has high-quality facilities that help its students make the most out of their time in the UK. Over GBP 155 million has been invested in the campus, from a new performing arts centre, to a Marine Building with wave tanks and ship simulators and a 24-hour library.

The university is home to a brilliant Careers Service, which includes a Careers and Employability Hub to help students create the perfect CV, search for employment or speak to an advisor about what they can do with their degree once they have graduated. In addition, over 4,500 students take part in placements and work-based learning every year.

Almost two-thirds of the research conducted by the University of Plymouth is ranked as either world-leading or internationally excellent by the Research Excellence Framework. Its facilities include a wave machine, a diving centre and three research vessels.

The University of Plymouth is based in the biggest city in the south-west of England, providing international students with all the best aspects of British life. With a campus in the centre of a vibrant coastal city, the university is located a short drive from the local beaches and Dartmoor National Park.

Ranked a UK top ten young university in the ‘THE Young University Rankings 2020', the university has 139,000 alumni across 135 countries and 3,000 current international students, approximately 14 per cent of the student body.

The university has high-quality facilities that help its students make the most out of their time in the UK. Over GBP 155 million has been invested in the campus, from a new performing arts centre, to a Marine Building with wave tanks and ship simulators and a 24-hour library.

The university is home to a brilliant careers service, which includes a Careers and Employability Hub to help students create the perfect CV, search for employment or speak to an advisor about what they can do with their degree once they have graduated. In addition, over 4,500 students take part in placements and work-based learning every year.

Research conducted by the University of Plymouth is internationally respected. In the Shanghai Ranking's Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2020, the university was named 11^th in the world for its marine and ocean engineering research. Its facilities include a wave machine, a diving centre and three research vessels.

The University of Plymouth is based in the biggest city in the south-west of England, providing international students with all the best aspects of British life. With a campus in the centre of a vibrant coastal city, the university is located a short drive from the local beaches and Dartmoor National Park.

Ranked a UK top ten young university in the ‘THE Young University Rankings 2021', the university has 139,000 alumni across 135 countries and 3,000 current international students, approximately 14 per cent of the student body.

The university has high-quality facilities that help its students make the most out of their time in the UK. Over GBP 155 million has been invested in the campus, from a new performing arts centre, to a marine building with wave tanks and ship simulators and a 24-hour library.

The university is home to a brilliant careers service, which includes a Careers and Employability Hub to help students create the perfect CV, search for employment or speak to an advisor about what they can do with their degree once they have graduated. In addition, over 4,500 students take part in placements and work-based learning every year.

Research conducted by the University of Plymouth is internationally respected. In the Shanghai Ranking's Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2020, the university was named 11^th in the world for its marine and ocean engineering research. Its facilities include a wave machine, a diving centre and three research vessels.

The University of Plymouth is based in the biggest city in the south-west of England, providing international students with all the best aspects of British life. With a campus in the centre of a vibrant coastal city, the university is located a short drive from the local beaches and Dartmoor National Park.

Ranked a UK top ten young university in the ‘THE Young University Rankings 2021', the university has 139,000 alumni across 135 countries and 3,000 current international students, approximately 14 per cent of the student body.

The university has high-quality facilities that help its students make the most out of their time in the UK. Over GBP 155 million has been invested in the campus, from a new performing arts centre, to a marine building with wave tanks and ship simulators and a 24-hour library.

The university is home to a brilliant careers service, which includes a Careers and Employability Hub to help students create the perfect CV, search for employment or speak to an advisor about what they can do with their degree once they have graduated. In addition, over 4,500 students take part in placements and work-based learning every year.

Research conducted by the University of Plymouth is internationally respected. In the Shanghai Ranking's Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2020, the university was named 11^th in the world for its marine and ocean engineering research. Its facilities include a wave machine, a diving centre and three research vessels.

The complex and under-explored roles played by fungi within the marine environment are to be explored thanks to a new GBP1.9million research project- awarded to Dr Michael Cunliffe, a researcher at the Marine Biological Association at the University of Plymouth.

MYCO-CARB, led by Dr Cunliffe, will examine the importance and abundance of marine planktonic fungi – otherwise known as mycoplankton.

It will aim to address questions around how these organisms interact with better-studied microbes in the cycling of carbon in the sea and, as a result, give scientists a better understanding of how marine ecosystems work.

The project has received a Consolidator Grant from the European Research Council (ERC) to fund five years of research, much of which will take place in Plymouth. The ERC has awarded Consolidator Grants to 329 researchers across Europe.

This will give Plymouth a chance to have far-reaching impact on science and beyond. More about this…

Shortlisted in Student Choice Awards

Plymouth was shortlisted in the international category of the Whatuni? Student Choice Awards 2018. This was based on the overall rating given by international students at each university. The winners were announced on the 19 April and Plymouth came in 4th place overall. Read more…

Looking for a university with a record of excellence, innovation and enterprise across teaching and research activities?

Rated amongst the top 20 universities for career services, the University of Plymouth has long term engagements with businesses and the community, providing students with access to excellent employers.

The University plays a vital role in regional and civic leadership and was the first modern university within the United Kingdom to have founded a medical and dental school - the Peninsula Dental School was the first dental school in the UK to receive the Royal College of Surgeons Centre accreditation.

The University of Plymouth showcases thought leadership, making efforts to promote sustainability within its operations, and is currently one of the leaders in the People and Planet Green League. The University has also been awarded the European Commission HR Excellence in Research Award, with two-thirds of the research that comes out of the university being world leading.

So why choose the University of Plymouth?

With a rich history of excellence, the university is a current holder of a silver award in the Teaching Excellence Framework. The University ranks within the top 10 in the 2019 Times Higher Education Young University Rankings, and is one of 6 institutions internationally to receive a global showcase award from the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

Additionally to this, the University of Plymouth is the top UK university for Marine and Ocean Engineering (Shanghai Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2019) and one of the first universities in the world to have been awarded the Social Enterprise Mark.

The University of Plymouth is a modern, dynamic university with an educational history dating back to 1862. The institution is renowned for high-quality, internationally-leading education, research and innovation. With a mission to advance knowledge and transform lives, Plymouth is a top 50 research university* with clusters of world-class research across a wide range of disciplines, including marine science and engineering, medicine, cybersecurity and psychology.

A three-time winner of the Queen's Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education, most recently in 2019, in respect of its pioneering research on microplastics pollution in the oceans, its impact on the environment and changing behaviour, the university continues to grow in stature and reputation.

The university is ranked as one of the UK's top ten modern universities (Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2019). A TEF (Teaching Excellence Framework) silver award by the Office of Students confirms that the university delivers high-quality teaching, learning and outcomes for its students and consistently exceeds rigorous national quality requirements for UK higher education.

The student body represents over 100 nations and there are over 139,000 alumni in 135 countries worldwide. The university has numerous and varied academic partnerships and research links globally, meaning a University of Plymouth degree is a truly international one.

* Research Fortnight Research Power League Table 2014

The University of Plymouth is a modern, dynamic university with an educational history dating back to 1862. The institution is renowned for high-quality, internationally leading education, research and innovation. With a mission to advance knowledge and transform lives, Plymouth is a top ten UK young university (Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2020). The university has clusters of world-class research across a wide range of disciplines, including marine science and engineering, medicine, cybersecurity and psychology.

Covid-19

The University of Plymouth has adapted to the unique challenges presented by Covid-19. For international students, the university offered a ‘Global Buddies' group, which is a weekly Zoom group where international students meet others in a similar situation, connect, chat and learn strategies to improve their well-being.

Award winning

A three-time winner of the Queen's Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education, most recently in 2019, in respect of its pioneering research on microplastics pollution in the oceans, its impact on the environment and changing behaviour, the university continues to grow in stature and reputation.

The student body represents over 100 nations and there are over 139,000 alumni in 135 countries worldwide. The university also has numerous and varied academic partnerships and research links globally, meaning a University of Plymouth degree is a truly international one.

The University of Plymouth is a modern, dynamic university with an educational history dating back to 1862. The institution is renowned for high-quality, internationally leading education, research and innovation. With a mission to advance knowledge and transform lives, Plymouth is a top ten UK young university (Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2021). The university has clusters of world-class research across a wide range of disciplines, including marine science and engineering, medicine, cybersecurity and psychology.

Award-winning

A three-time winner of the Queen's Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education, most recently in 2019. In respect of its pioneering research on microplastics pollution in the oceans, its impact on the environment and changing behaviour, the university continues to grow in stature and reputation.

This confirms that the university delivers high-quality teaching, learning and outcomes for its students and consistently exceeds rigorous national quality requirements for UK higher education.

The student body represents over 100 nations and there are over 139,000 alumni in 135 countries worldwide. The university also has numerous and varied academic partnerships and research links globally, meaning a University of Plymouth degree is a truly international one.

The University of Plymouth is a modern, dynamic university with an educational history dating back to 1862. The institution is renowned for high-quality, internationally leading education, research and innovation. With a mission to advance knowledge and transform lives, Plymouth is a top ten UK young university (Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2021). The university has clusters of world-class research across a wide range of disciplines, including marine science and engineering, medicine, cybersecurity and psychology.

Award-winning

A three-time winner of the Queen's Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education, most recently in 2019. In respect of its pioneering research on microplastics pollution in the oceans, its impact on the environment and changing behaviour, the university continues to grow in stature and reputation.

This confirms that the university delivers high-quality teaching, learning and outcomes for its students and consistently exceeds rigorous national quality requirements for UK higher education.

The student body represents over 100 nations and there are over 139,000 alumni in 135 countries worldwide. The university also has numerous and varied academic partnerships and research links globally, meaning a University of Plymouth degree is a truly international one.

Teaching methods

Plymouth offers the fourth best contact hours of all UK universities, with 34% of time spent in lectures or seminars on the average course.

Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)

Plymouth was awarded TEF Bronze- which is given for educational institutions with teaching, learning and student outcomes that meet "rigorous national quality requirements" for higher education in the UK.

Research-Informed teaching

Plymouth University is committed to enhancing the link between research in its disciplines, professions and teaching. All academic staff undertake a teaching qualification ensuring that superb teaching quality is maintained.

Course flexibility

• 'Plymouth Plus' modules in the first year allow students to work across disciplines, broadening their skills-base and to work collaboratively with students from other subjects
• Single or joint honours options are available

Rankings and ratings

In the 2018 League Table Ranking, Plymouth ranks 77th.

A few other factors that define the study experience at Plymouth are (as per the Complete University Guide) …

• Student Satisfaction- 4.06 / 5.00
• Research Quality- 2.74 / 4.00
• Research Intensity- 0.50 / 1.00
• Graduate Prospects- 68.3 / 100.0
• Student-Staff Ratio- 16.1

Teaching Methods

Plymouth offers the fourth best contact hours of all UK universities, with 34% of time spent in lectures or seminars on the average course. Over 4,500 students benefit from placements and work-based learning each year, as well as research led teaching. The university also offers 'Plymouth Plus' modules in the first year which allow students to work across subjects, broadening their skills-base and enabling them to work collaboratively with students from other subjects.

Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)

Plymouth was awarded TEF Silver - which is given for high quality teaching, learning and outcomes, exceeding the national quality requirements for UK higher education.

Research-Informed Teaching

The University of Plymouth is committed to enhancing the link between research in its disciplines, professions and teaching. All academic staff undertake a teaching qualification ensuring that superb teaching quality is maintained.

Rankings and Ratings

In the 2018 Complete University Guide League Table Ranking, Plymouth ranks 77^th among universities in the UK.

Teaching Methods

Plymouth offers the fourth best contact hours of all UK universities, with 34 per cent of time spent in lectures or seminars on the average course. Over 4,500 students benefit from placements and work-based learning each year, as well as research led teaching. The university also offers 'Plymouth Plus' modules in the first year which allow students to work across subjects, broadening their skills-base and enabling them to work collaboratively with students from other subjects.

Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)

Plymouth was awarded TEF Silver which is given for high quality teaching, learning and student outcomes, exceeding the national quality requirements for UK higher education.

Research-Informed Teaching

The University of Plymouth is committed to enhancing the link between research in its disciplines, professions and teaching. All academic staff undertake a teaching qualification ensuring that superb teaching quality is maintained.

Rankings and Ratings

In the 2020 Complete University Guide League Table Ranking, Plymouth ranks 77^th among universities in the UK.

Teaching Methods

Plymouth offers the fourth best contact hours of all UK universities, with 34 per cent of time spent in lectures or seminars on the average course. Over 4,500 students benefit from placements and work-based learning each year, as well as research led teaching. The university also offers 'Plymouth Plus' modules in the first year which allow students to work across subjects, broadening their skills-base and enabling them to work collaboratively with students from other subjects.

Research-Informed Teaching

The University of Plymouth is committed to enhancing the link between research in its disciplines, professions and teaching. All academic staff undertake a teaching qualification ensuring that superb teaching quality is maintained.

Rankings and Ratings

In the 2020 Complete University Guide League Table Rankings, Plymouth ranked 77^th among universities in the UK.

Teaching Methods

Plymouth offers the fourth best contact hours of all UK universities, with 34 per cent of time spent in lectures or seminars on the average course. Over 4,500 students benefit from placements and work-based learning each year, as well as research-led teaching. The university also offers 'Plymouth Plus' modules in the first year which allow students to work across subjects, broadening their skills-base and enabling them to work collaboratively with students from other subjects.

Research-Informed Teaching

The University of Plymouth is committed to enhancing the link between research in its disciplines, professions and teaching. All academic staff undertake a teaching qualification ensuring that superb teaching quality is maintained.

Rankings and Ratings

• In the 2020 Complete University Guide League Table Rankings, Plymouth placed 77^th among universities in the UK.
• The university is 25th in the country for the quality of its teaching in the National Student Survey 2020.
• Ranked as the number one university globally for the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal number 14: life below water (Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2021).
• 9^th in the world for efforts in support of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal number 17: partnerships for the goals (Times Higher Impact Rankings 2021).

Teaching Methods

Plymouth offers the fourth best contact hours of all UK universities, with 34 per cent of time spent in lectures or seminars on the average course. Over 4,500 students benefit from placements and work-based learning each year, as well as research-led teaching. The university also offers 'Plymouth Plus' modules in the first year which allow students to work across subjects, broadening their skills-base and enabling them to work collaboratively with students from other subjects.

Research-Informed Teaching

The University of Plymouth is committed to enhancing the link between research in its disciplines, professions and teaching. All academic staff undertake a teaching qualification ensuring that superb teaching quality is maintained.

Rankings and Ratings

• In the 2020 Complete University Guide League Table Rankings, Plymouth placed 77^th among universities in the UK.
• The university is 25th in the country for the quality of its teaching in the National Student Survey 2020.
• Ranked as the number one university globally for the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal number 14: life below water (Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2021).
• 9^th in the world for efforts in support of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal number 17: partnerships for the goals (Times Higher Impact Rankings 2021).

Faculty of Arts and Humanities

Bringing together a community comprised of the School of Art, Design and Architecture, the School of Humanities and Performing Arts, and the Plymouth Institute of Education, the Faculty is committed to teaching excellence whether in the studio, a seminar room, or in extra-curricular activities.

Faculty of Business

The Faculty comprises of the Plymouth Business School, the Plymouth Graduate School of Management, the School of Law, Criminology and Government, and the School of Tourism and Hospitality. Its teaching approach is research-led and designed to equip students with discipline-specific and transferable skills.

Faculty of Health and Human Sciences

The Faculty’s three schools of Health Professions, Nursing and Midwifery, and Psychology combine world-leading research and practical expertise across a wide range of scientific and practical disciplines.

Its graduates progress to a huge variety of professions, and Plymouth is one of the UK’s largest providers of graduates for the health and social care sector, which has over 350 different career paths.

Faculty of Science and Engineering

Various study options are offered across the Faculty’s School of Biological and Marine Sciences, School of Computing, Electronics and Mathematics, School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences, and School of Engineering. With excellent laboratories, exciting field trips and internships, students will develop their practical skills alongside their academic knowledge.

Plymouth University Peninsula Schools of Medicine and Dentistry

The comprising School of Biomedical and Healthcare Sciences, School of Dentistry, and School of Medicine offer students exceptional clinical learning opportunities, strong social engagement, and world-class research.

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Faculty of Arts and Humanities

Bringing together a community comprised of the School of Art, Design and Architecture, the School of Humanities and Performing Arts, and the Plymouth Institute of Education, is committed to teaching excellence whether in the studio, a seminar room, or in extra-curricular activities.

Faculty of Business

The faculty comprises of the Plymouth Business School, the Plymouth Graduate School of Management, the School of Law, Criminology and Government, and the School of Tourism and Hospitality. The teaching is research-led and designed to equip students with discipline-specific and transferable skills.

Faculty of Health and Human Sciences

The faculty consists of three schools. Health Professions, Nursing and Midwifery, and Psychology combine world-leading research and practical expertise across a wide range of scientific and practical disciplines. Graduates progress to a huge variety of professions, and Plymouth is one of the UK’s largest providers of graduates for the health and social care sector, which has over 350 different career paths.

Faculty of Science and Engineering

Various study options are offered across the Faculty’s School of Biological and Marine Sciences, School of Computing, Electronics and Mathematics, School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences, and School of Engineering. With excellent laboratories, exciting field trips and internships, students will develop their practical skills alongside their academic knowledge.

Peninsula Schools of Medicine and Dentistry

The comprising School of Biomedical and Healthcare Sciences, School of Dentistry, and School of Medicine offer students exceptional clinical learning opportunities, strong social engagement, and world-class research.

Faculty of Arts and Humanities

Bringing together a community comprised of the School of Art, Design and Architecture, the School of Humanities and Performing Arts, and the Plymouth Institute of Education, the faculty is committed to teaching excellence whether in the studio, a seminar room, or in extra-curricular activities.

Faculty of Business

The faculty comprises of the Plymouth Business School, the Plymouth Graduate School of Management, the School of Law, Criminology and Government, and the School of Tourism and Hospitality. The teaching is research-led and designed to equip students with discipline-specific and transferable skills.

Faculty of Health and Human Sciences

The faculty consists of three schools, namely Health Professions, Nursing and Midwifery, and Psychology. The schools combine world-leading research and practical expertise across a wide range of scientific and practical disciplines. Graduates progress to a huge variety of professions, and Plymouth is one of the UK's largest providers of graduates for the health and social care sector, which has over 350 different career paths.

Faculty of Science and Engineering

Various study options are offered across the faculty's School of Biological and Marine Sciences, School of Computing, Electronics and Mathematics, School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences, and School of Engineering. With excellent laboratories, exciting field trips and internships, students will develop their practical skills alongside their academic knowledge.

Peninsula Schools of Medicine and Dentistry

The School of Biomedical and Healthcare Sciences, School of Dentistry, and School of Medicine offer students exceptional clinical learning opportunities, strong social engagement, and world-class research.

Faculty of Arts and Humanities

Bringing together a community comprised of the School of Art, Design and Architecture the School of Humanities and Performing Arts and the Plymouth Institute of Education, the faculty is committed to teaching excellence whether in the studio, a seminar room, or in extra-curricular activities.

Faculty of Business

The faculty is comprised of the Plymouth Business School, the Plymouth Graduate School of Management the School of Law, Criminology and Government and the School of Tourism and Hospitality. The teaching is research-led and designed to equip students with discipline-specific and transferable skills.

Faculty of Health and Human Sciences

The faculty consists of three schools, namely Health Professions Nursing and Midwifery and Psychology. The schools combine world-leading research and practical expertise across a wide range of scientific and practical disciplines. Graduates progress to a huge variety of professions, and Plymouth is one of the UK's largest providers of graduates for the health and social care sector, which has over 350 different career paths.

Faculty of Science and Engineering

Various study options are offered across the faculty's School of Biological and Marine Sciences School of Computing, Electronics and Mathematics School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences and School of Engineering. With excellent laboratories, exciting field trips and internships, students will develop their practical skills alongside their academic knowledge.

Peninsula Schools of Medicine and Dentistry

The School of Biomedical and Healthcare Sciences School of Dentistry and School of Medicine offer students exceptional clinical learning opportunities, strong social engagement, and world-class research.

Faculty of Arts and Humanities

Bringing together a community comprised of the School of Art, Design and Architecture the School of Humanities and Performing Arts and the Plymouth Institute of Education, the faculty is committed to teaching excellence whether in the studio, a seminar room, or in extra-curricular activities.

Faculty of Business

The faculty is comprised of the Plymouth Business School, the Plymouth Graduate School of Management the School of Law, Criminology and Government and the School of Tourism and Hospitality. The teaching is research-led and designed to equip students with discipline-specific and transferable skills.

Faculty of Health and Human Sciences

The faculty consists of three schools, namely Health Professions Nursing and Midwifery and Psychology. The schools combine world-leading research and practical expertise across a wide range of scientific and practical disciplines. Graduates progress to a huge variety of professions, and Plymouth is one of the UK's largest providers of graduates for the health and social care sector, which has over 350 different career paths.

Faculty of Science and Engineering

Various study options are offered across the faculty's School of Biological and Marine Sciences School of Computing, Electronics and Mathematics School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences and the School of Engineering. With excellent laboratories, exciting field trips and internships, students will develop their practical skills alongside their academic knowledge.

Peninsula Schools of Medicine and Dentistry

The School of Biomedical and Healthcare Sciences School of Dentistry and School of Medicine offer students exceptional clinical learning opportunities, strong social engagement, and world-class research.

Faculty of Arts and Humanities

Bringing together a community comprised of the School of Art, Design and Architecture the School of Humanities and Performing Arts and the Plymouth Institute of Education, the faculty is committed to teaching excellence whether in the studio, a seminar room, or in extra-curricular activities.

Faculty of Business

The faculty is comprised of the Plymouth Business School, the Plymouth Graduate School of Management the School of Law, Criminology and Government and the School of Tourism and Hospitality. The teaching is research-led and designed to equip students with discipline-specific and transferable skills.

Faculty of Health and Human Sciences

The faculty consists of three schools, namely Health Professions Nursing and Midwifery and Psychology. The schools combine world-leading research and practical expertise across a wide range of scientific and practical disciplines. Graduates progress to a huge variety of professions, and Plymouth is one of the UK's largest providers of graduates for the health and social care sector, which has over 350 different career paths.

Faculty of Science and Engineering

Various study options are offered across the faculty's School of Biological and Marine Sciences School of Computing, Electronics and Mathematics School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences and the School of Engineering. With excellent laboratories, exciting field trips and internships, students will develop their practical skills alongside their academic knowledge.

Peninsula Schools of Medicine and Dentistry

The School of Biomedical and Healthcare Sciences School of Dentistry and School of Medicine offer students exceptional clinical learning opportunities, strong social engagement, and world-class research.

For students from the USA:

• Undergraduate Level

Whilst these will vary according to the course, Plymouth University typically welcomes applicants to undergraduate courses with US high school diplomas with a combination of: AP at grade 4 or 5 (usually three subjects relevant to course), SAT circa 1250, ACT circa 26, & SAT subjects (three relevant subjects circa 400).

• Postgraduate Level

To apply for postgraduate courses (second degrees) from the USA, students will need a good undergraduate degree (with 3.0 / 4.0 GPA) in a relevant subject from a regionally-accredited American university.

For students from Malaysia:

• Undergraduate

Students need good STPM and SPM grades in appropriate subjects. If they hold a diploma or higher diploma from some institutions, they may be eligible for advanced standing, for example in second, or final year entry.

English Language

A recognised English language qualification (e.g. IELTS) would be required or successful completion of one of Plymouth University's pre-sessional English Language courses. We also accept the Malaysian SPM - Advanced English 1119 (Cambridge O Level 1119​) at grade 6 (C) or above for both our Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes.

More international entry requirement details…

Entry requirements for international students hoping to study at the University of Plymouth can be determined based on home country. The university has a detailed route to check entry requirements, split into Europe, The Americas, Middle East, Africa, Asia and Australia. Within each of these continents are individual guidance on what is expected of a student from specific countries, for example Japan.

International candidates (students with a non-EU nationality) applying for a degree course with Plymouth must also have an appropriate English language qualification. Acceptable qualifications include:

• AS or A level in English Language awarded by Edexcel
• GCSE English Language
• Canada High/Secondary School Diploma/Certificate
• Hong Kong Diploma in Secondary Education and Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination
• Malaysia SPM
• Zimbabwe GCE O Level and more

If applicants do not meet the English language requirements, they may be eligible to attend pre-sessional courses, organised by the university’s English Language Centre.

EU students will be informed of any English language requirements for their course as part of the admission process.

Entry requirements for international students hoping to study at the University of Plymouth can be determined based on a student's home country. The University has a detailed route to check entry requirements, split into Europe, The Americas, Middle East, Africa, Asia and Australia. Within each of these continents is individual guidance on what is expected of a student from specific countries.

International candidates (students with a non-EU nationality) applying for a degree course with Plymouth must also have an appropriate English language qualification. Acceptable qualifications include:

• AS or A-level in English Language awarded by Edexcel
• GCSE English Language
• Canada High/Secondary School Diploma/Certificate
• Hong Kong Diploma in Secondary Education and Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination.
• Malaysia SPM
• Zimbabwe GCE O Level and more

If applicants do not meet the English language requirements, they may be eligible to attend pre-sessional courses, organised by the university's English Language Centre. EU students will be informed of any English language requirements for their course as part of the admission process.

Entry requirements for international students hoping to study at the University of Plymouth can be determined based on a student's home country. The University has a detailed route to check entry requirements, split into Europe, The Americas, Middle East, Africa, Asia and Australia. Within each of these continents is individual guidance on what is expected of a student from specific countries.

International candidates (students with a non-EU nationality) applying for a degree course with Plymouth must also have an appropriate English language qualification. Acceptable qualifications include:

• AS or A-level in English Language awarded by Edexcel
• GCSE English Language
• Canada High/Secondary School Diploma/Certificate
• Hong Kong Diploma in Secondary Education and Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination.
• Malaysia SPM
• Zimbabwe GCE O Level and more

If applicants do not meet the English language requirements, they may be eligible to attend pre-sessional courses, organised by the university's English Language Centre. EU students will be informed of any English language requirements for their course as part of the admission process.

Entry requirements for international students hoping to study at the University of Plymouth can be determined based on a student's home country. The university has a detailed route to check entry requirements, split into Europe, The Americas, Middle East, Africa, Asia and Australia. Within each of these continents is individual guidance on what is expected of a student from specific countries.

International candidates (students with a non-EU nationality) applying for a degree course with Plymouth must also have an appropriate English language qualification. Acceptable qualifications include:

• AS or A-level in English Language awarded by Edexcel
• GCSE English language
• Canada High/Secondary School Diploma/Certificate
• Hong Kong Diploma in Secondary Education and Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination
• Malaysia SPM
• Zimbabwe GCE O Level and more

If applicants do not meet the English language requirements, they may be eligible to attend pre-sessional courses, organised by the university's English Language Centre. EU students will be informed of any English language requirements for their course as part of the admission process.

Entry requirements for international students hoping to study at the University of Plymouth can be determined based on a student's home country. The university has a detailed route to check entry requirements, split into Europe, The Americas, Middle East, Africa, Asia and Australia. Within each of these continents is individual guidance on what is expected of a student from specific countries.

International candidates (students with a non-EU nationality) applying for a degree course with Plymouth must also have an appropriate English language qualification. Acceptable qualifications include:

• AS or A-level in English Language awarded by Edexcel
• GCSE English language
• Canada High/Secondary School Diploma/Certificate
• Hong Kong Diploma in Secondary Education and Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination
• Malaysia SPM
• Zimbabwe GCE O Level and more

If applicants do not meet the English language requirements, they may be eligible to attend pre-sessional courses, organised by the university's English Language Centre. EU students will be informed of any English language requirements for their course as part of the admission process.

Undergraduate scholarships

International students may be eligible for an undergraduate scholarship of GBP 1500. To qualify, students can be of any nationality provided they are paying the overseas fee rate and are in their first year of undergraduate study with Plymouth University. They must also meet one of the following academic criteria:

• SQA HND students who achieve ABB in their graded units (or AB if their particular HND only has two graded units)
• BTEC HND students who achieve a merit profile but with two or more distinctions included in the profile
• IB students who achieve two points more than the number stated in the conditions of the offer made
• A-level students who achieve 8 UCAS points more than the number stated in the conditions of the offer made
• Applicants who are joining Year 1 of a course with Plymouth University after having completed a UK foundation programme that is academically accepted and who have achieved 10 per cent higher overall than the percentage stated in the conditions of the offer made

International Student Merit scholarship

This scholarship is for all masters programmes and the minimum eligibility criteria for consideration for this award is the equivalent of a UK University upper second class undergraduate degree in a relevant subject. The value of this award is GBP 2,500.

More about scholarships…

Plymouth has several scholarships on offer for international students. The following is important to note:

• Students must check the eligibility requirements for each scholarship.
• Most awards are first year only. Further discounts may be received if the student maintains high academic achievement.
• Students can only receive one scholarship each year.

Undergraduate International Student Scholarship

Eligible students can receive a first-year tuition fee discount of GBP 2,000. They must achieve a grade above their academic offer and meet the English language requirements. No application is needed.

UKESC Caribbean Undergraduate Academic Excellence Scholarship

Students from the Caribbean region can receive a first-year tuition fee discount of 50 per cent. They must show academic excellence, meet the English language requirements, hold an offer from the university, accept the university as a firm choice and complete a scholarship application form via UKESC by 31 May 2020.

International Academic Excellence Scholarship

Eligible undergraduate and postgraduate students can receive a first-year tuition fee discount of 50 per cent. Academic excellence, meet the English language requirements, an offer from the university and a scholarship application is required.

International Undergraduate & Postgraduate Gold Scholarships – School of Psychology

Eligible undergraduate and postgraduate students studying certain programmes from the School of Psychology can receive a first-year tuition fee discount of GBP 4,000.

Postgraduate Taught International Student Scholarship

Eligible students can receive a tuition fee discount of GBP 2,000. Achieve the equivalent of a good UK 2:1 degree classification and meet the English language requirements. No application is needed.

Alumnus loyalty reward for postgraduate students

Eligible alumni studying certain postgraduate courses can receive a first-year tuition fee discount of 20 per cent for home/EU tuition students, or GBP 2,000 for international students. They must apply directly.

Plymouth has several scholarships on offer for international students. The following is important to note:

• Students must check the eligibility requirements for each scholarship
• Most awards are for first year only. Further discounts may be received if the student maintains a high level of academic achievement.
• Students who are eligible for multiple scholarships, awards or discounts by the University of Plymouth will only qualify for the highest amount awarded. Where a student may qualify for the alumni discount and a scholarship then the highest award only will be applied.

Undergraduate International Student Scholarship

Eligible students can receive a first-year tuition fee discount of GBP 2,000. They must achieve a grade above their academic offer and meet the English language requirements.

UKESC Caribbean Undergraduate Academic Excellence Scholarship

Students must show academic excellence, meet the English language requirements, hold an offer from the university, accept the university as a firm choice and complete a scholarship application form via UKESC by 31 May 2020.

International Academic Excellence Scholarship

Eligible undergraduate and postgraduate students can receive a first-year tuition fee discount of 50 per cent.

International Undergraduate & Postgraduate Gold Scholarships – School of Psychology

Eligible undergraduate and postgraduate students studying certain programmes from the School of Psychology can receive a first-year tuition fee discount of GBP 4,000.

Postgraduate Taught International Student Scholarship

Eligible students can receive a tuition fee discount of GBP 2,000. Achieve the equivalent of a good UK 2:1 degree classification and meet the English language requirements. No application is needed.

Alumnus loyalty reward for postgraduate students

Eligible alumni studying certain postgraduate courses can receive a first-year tuition fee discount of 20 per cent for home/EU tuition students, or GBP 2,000 for international students.

Plymouth has several scholarships on offer for international students. The following is important to note:

• Students must check the eligibility requirements for each scholarship.
• Most awards are for first year only. Further discounts may be received if the student maintains a high level of academic achievement.
• Students who are eligible for multiple scholarships, awards or discounts by the University of Plymouth will only qualify for the highest amount awarded. Where a student may qualify for the alumni discount and a scholarship then the highest award only will be applied.

Undergraduate International Student Scholarship

Eligible students can receive a first-year tuition fee discount of GBP 2,000. They must achieve a grade above their academic offer and meet the English language requirements.

UKESC Caribbean Undergraduate Academic Excellence Scholarship

Students must show academic excellence, meet the English language requirements, hold an offer from the university, accept the university as a firm choice and complete a scholarship application form via UKESC by 31 May 2021.

International Academic Excellence Scholarship

Eligible undergraduate and postgraduate students can receive a first-year tuition fee discount of 50 per cent.

International Undergraduate & Postgraduate Gold Scholarships – School of Psychology

Eligible undergraduate and postgraduate students studying certain programmes from the School of Psychology can receive a first-year tuition fee discount of GBP 4,000.

Postgraduate Taught International Student Scholarship

Eligible students can receive a tuition fee discount of GBP 2,000. Achieve the equivalent of a good UK 2:1 degree classification and meet the English language requirements. No application is needed.

Alumnus loyalty reward for postgraduate students

Eligible alumni studying certain postgraduate courses can receive a first-year tuition fee discount of 20 per cent for home/EU tuition students, or GBP 2,000 for international students.

Plymouth has several scholarships on offer for international students. The following is important to note:

• Students must check the eligibility requirements for each scholarship.
• Most awards are for first year only. Further discounts may be received if the student maintains a high level of academic achievement.
• Students who are eligible for multiple scholarships, awards or discounts by the University of Plymouth will only qualify for the highest amount awarded. Where a student may qualify for the alumni discount and a scholarship then the highest award only will be applied.

Undergraduate International Student Scholarship

Eligible students can receive a first-year tuition fee discount of GBP 2,000. They must achieve a grade above their academic offer and meet the English language requirements.

UKESC Caribbean Undergraduate Academic Excellence Scholarship

Students must show academic excellence, meet the English language requirements, hold an offer from the university, accept the university as a firm choice and complete a scholarship application form via UKESC by 31 May 2022.

International Academic Excellence Scholarship

Eligible undergraduate and postgraduate students can receive a first-year tuition fee discount of 50 per cent.

International Undergraduate & Postgraduate Gold Scholarships – School of Psychology

Eligible undergraduate and postgraduate students studying certain programmes from the School of Psychology can receive a first-year tuition fee discount of GBP 4,000.

Postgraduate Taught International Student Scholarship

Eligible students can receive a tuition fee discount of GBP 2,000. They must achieve the equivalent of a good UK 2:1 degree classification and meet the English language requirements. No application is needed.

Alumnus loyalty reward for postgraduate students

Eligible alumni studying certain postgraduate courses can receive a first-year tuition fee discount of 20 per cent for home/EU tuition students, or GBP 2,000 for international students.

Plymouth has several scholarships on offer for international students. The following is important to note:

• Students must check the eligibility requirements for each scholarship.
• Most awards are for first year only. Further discounts may be received if the student maintains a high level of academic achievement.
• Students who are eligible for multiple scholarships, awards or discounts by the University of Plymouth will only qualify for the highest amount awarded. Where a student may qualify for the alumni discount and a scholarship then the highest award only will be applied.

Undergraduate International Student Scholarship

Eligible students can receive a first-year tuition fee discount of GBP 2,000. They must achieve a grade above their academic offer and meet the English language requirements.

UKESC Caribbean Undergraduate Academic Excellence Scholarship

Students must show academic excellence, meet the English language requirements, hold an offer from the university, accept the university as a firm choice and complete a scholarship application form via UKESC by 31 May 2022.

International Academic Excellence Scholarship

Eligible undergraduate and postgraduate students can receive a first-year tuition fee discount of 50 per cent.

International Undergraduate & Postgraduate Gold Scholarships – School of Psychology

Eligible undergraduate and postgraduate students studying certain programmes from the School of Psychology can receive a first-year tuition fee discount of GBP 4,000.

Postgraduate Taught International Student Scholarship

Eligible students can receive a tuition fee discount of GBP 2,000. They must achieve the equivalent of a good UK 2:1 degree classification and meet the English language requirements. No application is needed.

Alumnus loyalty reward for postgraduate students

Eligible alumni studying certain postgraduate courses can receive a first-year tuition fee discount of 20 per cent for home/EU tuition students, or GBP 2,000 for international students.

There are a wide range of facilities on campus, such as:

Charles Seale-Hayne library

The Charles Seale-Hayne Library is open 24/7 and provides access to approximately 350,000 books and multimedia items, 14,000 current journal subscriptions, and a variety of different study environments.

Specialist labs

Plymouth is home to ISO accredited labs, electron microscopes and wave tank testing facilities.

Accommodation

Moving away from home can be a daunting experience and Plymouth’s Residence Life Team helps students every step of the way. The team ensures students enjoy living and studying in Plymouth, build life-long friendships and feel fully supported during their time there.

Students can choose from a great variety of halls of residence, all of which offer a safe and friendly environment, and are close to the University’s main campus, near city centre amenities and situated in one of the South West's most vibrant coastal locations. Living in halls is an exciting, life-changing experience at Plymouth.

Charles Seale-Hayne Library

The Charles Seale-Hayne Library is open 24/7 and provides access to approximately 350,000 books and multimedia items, 14,000 current journal subscriptions, and a variety of different study environments.

Specialist Labs

Plymouth is home to ISO accredited labs, which are equipped with electron microscopes and wave tank testing facilities.

Accommodation

Students can choose from a great variety of halls of residence, all of which offer a safe and friendly environment. The accommodation buildings are close to the university’s main campus, near to the city centre amenities and situated in one of the South West's most vibrant coastal locations. Rooms vary between en-suite and shared bathroom facilities, all with internet access.

Sports

The UPSU Sports Centre provides a range of activities and sports services to students. Facilities include the 50 station gym, multi-purpose sports hall, dance studio, squash courts and a sports injuries clinic. Sports available at the centre include badminton, football, netball, volleyball, basketball and table tennis.

Charles Seale-Hayne Library

The Charles Seale-Hayne Library is open 24/7 and provides access to approximately 350,000 books and multimedia items, 14,000 current journal subscriptions, and a variety of different study environments.

Specialist Labs

Plymouth is home to ISO accredited labs, which are equipped with electron microscopes and wave tank testing facilities.

Accommodation

Students can choose from a great variety of halls of residence, all of which offer a safe and friendly environment. The accommodation buildings are close to the university's main campus, near to city centre amenities and situated in one of the South West's most vibrant coastal locations. Rooms vary between en suite and shared bathroom facilities, all with internet access.

Sports

The UPSU Sports Centre provides a range of activities and sports services to students. Facilities include the 50 station gym, multi-purpose sports hall, dance studio, squash courts and a sports injuries clinic. Sports available at the centre include badminton, football, netball, volleyball, basketball and table tennis.

Charles Seale-Hayne Library

The Charles Seale-Hayne Library is open 24/7 and provides access to approximately 350,000 books and multimedia items, 14,000 current journal subscriptions, and a variety of different study environments.

Specialist Labs

Plymouth is home to ISO accredited labs, which are equipped with electron microscopes and wave tank testing facilities.

Accommodation

Students can choose from a great variety of halls of residence, all of which offer a safe and friendly environment. The accommodation buildings are close to the university's main campus, near to city centre amenities and situated in one of the South West's most vibrant coastal locations. Rooms vary between en suite and shared bathroom facilities, all with internet access.

Sports

The UPSU Sports Centre provides a range of activities and sports services to students. Facilities include the 50-station gym, multi-purpose sports hall, dance studio, squash courts and a sports injury clinic. Sports available at the centre include badminton, football, netball, volleyball, basketball and table tennis.

Charles Seale-Hayne Library

The Charles Seale-Hayne Library is open 24/7 and provides access to approximately 350,000 books and multimedia items, 14,000 current journal subscriptions, and a variety of different study environments.

Specialist Labs

Plymouth is home to ISO accredited labs, which are equipped with electron microscopes and wave tank testing facilities.

Accommodation

Students can choose from a great variety of halls of residence, all of which offer a safe and friendly environment. The accommodation buildings are close to the university's main campus, near to city centre amenities and situated in one of the South West's most vibrant coastal locations. Rooms vary between en suite and shared bathroom facilities, all with internet access.

Sports

The UPSU Sports Centre provides a range of activities and sports services to students. Facilities include the 50-station gym, multi-purpose sports hall, dance studio, squash courts and a sports injury clinic. Sports available at the centre include badminton, football, netball, volleyball, basketball and table tennis.

Charles Seale-Hayne Library

The Charles Seale-Hayne Library is open 24/7 and provides access to approximately 350,000 books and multimedia items, 14,000 current journal subscriptions, and a variety of different study environments.

Specialist Labs

Plymouth is home to ISO accredited labs, which are equipped with electron microscopes and wave tank testing facilities.

Accommodation

Students can choose from a great variety of halls of residence, all of which offer a safe and friendly environment. The accommodation buildings are close to the university's main campus, near to city centre amenities and situated in one of the South West's most vibrant coastal locations. Rooms vary between en suite and shared bathroom facilities, all with internet access.

Sports

The UPSU Sports Centre provides a range of activities and sports services to students. Facilities include the 50-station gym, multi-purpose sports hall, dance studio, squash courts and a sports injury clinic. Sports available at the centre include badminton, football, netball, volleyball, basketball and table tennis.