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University of Plymouth

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University of Plymouth: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    The University of Plymouth is a public university in the United Kingdom with study options mainly at bachelorโ€™s level. It suits students who want a broad undergraduate choice in subjects ranging from business and computing to arts and sciences.

  2. What you can study

    The university offers 24 programmes at bachelorโ€™s degree level. Example subjects include Accounting, Anthropology, Art History, Studio Arts, Biological Sciences, Business Administration, Computer Science, Digital Art and Animation, Earth Science, Economics, Early Childhood Education, and English. It is also based predominantly in Plymouth, with campuses and affiliated colleges across South West England.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply for a bachelorโ€™s programme and check the entry requirements for their chosen subject on the official university website. If you are applying from abroad, confirm what qualifications are accepted, whether supporting documents are needed, and how to submit your application.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a fee for international students; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs in Plymouth and the wider region will still need to be budgeted separately, along with tuition and any course-related expenses.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The university is in the United Kingdom, and the language of instruction is not stated in the available information. Before applying, check the entry requirements for your course, the application process for international students, and what documents you need to submit from your home country.

  6. How it compares

    Among 193 universities in the United Kingdom, the University of Plymouth stands out more for its mix of undergraduate subjects and its spread across Plymouth and South West England than for scale alone. With 18,410 students, it sits in the mid-sized range nationally, which may suit students who want a public university with a broad but not enormous study offer.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them โ€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about University of Plymouth

What type of university is the University of Plymouth?

It is a public university.

What country is it in?

It is in the United Kingdom.

What degree level does it offer?

It offers bachelorโ€™s degree programmes.

How many programmes are listed?

There are 24 programmes listed.

Overview

The University of Plymouth is a public research university based predominantly in Plymouth, England, where the main campus is located, but the university has campuses and affiliated colleges across South West England. With 18,410 students, it is the 57th largest in the United Kingdom by total number of students.

Programs at University of Plymouth

41 programs across 3 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

BA (Hons) Anthropology

University of Plymouth

โฑ 3 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

BA (Hons) Architecture

University of Plymouth

โฑ 3 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

BA (Hons) Business

University of Plymouth

โฑ 1 year ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

BSc (Hons) Biosciences

University of Plymouth

โฑ 1 year ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

BSc (Hons) Chemistry

University of Plymouth

โฑ 3 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time

Other

Master's Degree

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelorโ€™s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United Kingdom.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance โ€” verify with official sources before applying.

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