Plymouth University

Plymouth University is a modern, dynamic public university based predominantly in Plymouth, England

where the main campus is located, but the university has campuses and affiliated colleges all over South West

England. With over 100,000 alumni in over 100 countries, Plymouth University is one of the UK’s largest and

most prominent institutions and is consistently rated amongst the top modern universities in the UK.

Key statistics

Plymouth, Britain’s Ocean City, is located on the coast in the beautiful South West of England, between the

sea, Cornwall and Dartmoor. Plymouth enjoys a combination of rural charm and modern city living.

The University is set in the heart of the city with shops, facilities and attractions on its doorstep. Plymouth is

a pedestrian friendly city and students also benefit from close proximity to the scenic Barbican harbour and the

breath taking Hoe, which looks out over the sea and has views to neighbouring Cornwall. The main campus is

within easy walking distance of the city centre, main shopping area, transports hubs and accommodation.

The location also plays a part in studies here: courses relating to marine life and the oceans are particularly

well regarded.

Plymouth has a strong record of excellence, enterprise and innovation across its teaching and research

activities. Distinguished by its long-term engagement with business and the community, the University

enjoys outstanding links with employers and plays a key role in civic and regional leadership.

It is the only university in the world to have been awarded the Social Enterprise Mark in recognition of its

work in support of the sector. Enterprising and practical, over two thirds of research were rated ‘world leading’

or of ‘international quality’ in the most recent Research Excellence Framework, Plymouth University also

ensures students leave with real skills and work experience; over 4500 students a year benefit from work-based

placements. It enjoys a high rate of graduate employment and has recently invested more than £150 million in its

estate and facilities to enhance the student experience and support world-class research.

Plymouth has embedded sustainability across its operations, and is the overall best performing university in the

People & Planet Green League. It is the first modern university to found a medical and dental school -

the Plymouth University Peninsula Schools of Medicine and Dentistry - and is the leading provider of

Higher Education in Cornwall.

Notable Alumni

·        Clare Nasir – ITV weather presenter.

·        Thom Hunt – the UK’s leading wild experience provider, as featured in the Channel 4 series 'Three Hungry Boys.'

·        Antony Micallef – contemporary oil painter.

·        Monty Halls – TV presenter and explorer.

·        Kitiara Pascoe – travel writer for Yachting Monthly and The Huffington Post.

·        Michael Underwood – television presenter.

·        Lawrence Hendra – specialist on the Antiques Roadshow.

English Language Requirements

• Undergraduate Courses: IELTS 6.0,
• Postgraduate Courses: 6.5, although higher levels are required for some courses.

Accommodation for International Students

              Undergraduate students are guaranteed a place in halls on the condition that Plymouth is their

              firm first-choice university and they have applied for their accommodation by the deadline stated

              on the university’s official website.

               All accommodation is within a 20-minute walk of the campus and the city centre.

               Over 700 university-approved shared houses and flats are also available to students.

               These properties are regularly visited by staff and meet the university's standards for safety and suitability.

               Please refer to Plymouth Student pad website for more information.

As an international student, you may be eligible for an undergraduate scholarship of £1500.

To qualify for the £1500 one-off award, you can be of any nationality providing you're paying the

overseas fee rate and are in your first year of undergraduate study with Plymouth University,

regardless of level or programme.

There is no application process for this scholarship; if you are made an offer that meets or exceeds

the academic criteria, you will automatically qualify for the award. 

International Student Masters Scholarship

International Student Merit Scholarship

Vice Chancellor’s International Student Scholarship

There are numerous other scholarships. Kindly refer to the university website for detail qualifications required.

Other scholarships

You can also apply for the British Government's Chevening Scholarships, and a variety of private agencies

and charities for scholarships, bursaries and grants to study in the UK. For more information visit the 

British Council website or the UK Council for International Student Affairs website.