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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
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.
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.
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.
In the 2020 Complete University Guide League Table Ranking, Plymouth ranks 77th among universities in the UK.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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:
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.
Plymouth has several scholarships on offer for international students. The following is important to note:
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.
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.
Eligible undergraduate and postgraduate students can receive a first-year tuition fee discount of 50 per cent.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Plymouth is home to ISO accredited labs, which are equipped with electron microscopes and wave tank testing facilities.
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.
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.
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