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University of Plymouth

Plymouth

  • Location: Seaside, City

About us

At the University of Plymouth, we are proud to be a top 3 modern UK university (Times Higher Education Young University Rankings, 2023) and are internationally renowned for high-quality research and teaching. We have also recently been awarded Gold ratings across the board in the latest round of the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF, 2023). With over 190 courses to choose from, we can find you the right course to realise your dream career. 

We want to use our knowledge for action – to make real change and solve global challenges. Our students are immersed in their subject through hands-on study, applying their learning to real-world situations. From our health professionals' students having patient contact from day one, to architecture students designing the city’s new housing estates, right through to our law students working in our award-winning Law Clinic for the community, we want you to be equipped for life after graduation. 

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It's your future - make it count!

At the University of Plymouth, we’ll support you to make the most of your academic and social life in an exciting student city by the sea. Apply now to join a top 3 modern UK university, recently awarded triple gold in the teaching excellence framework for student experience, teaching quality, and student outcomes.

What makes us different

  • Join a top 3 modern UK university (Times Higher Education Young University Rankings, 2023). 
  • Be taught by the experts. The University of Plymouth has been awarded gold ratings across the board in the latest round of the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF).
  • Study by the sea. A vibrant city atmosphere with the dramatic countryside of Dartmoor and some of Britain’s most beautiful beaches close by means you’ll be right in the centre of the action.  
  • Over 95% of our graduates are in work or further study 15 months after graduating according to the most recent Graduate Outcomes Survey.
  • Be part of a supportive community. Inclusiveness and wellbeing is at the heart of Plymouth - we consider your personal life equally as important as your academic life. We were voted as having one of the top Student Union venues in the UK (Best Bar None 2022) and one of the top 20 best universities for personal tutors (Student Crowd, 2022).  
Find out more about the courses on offer at University of Plymouth.

Getting stuck into societies and the community in general is so important because some of the best memories are made at university. It felt like home for me within a few weeks of coming here. Just imagine studying with gorgeous sea views and then watching the sunset whilst eating fish and chips with a sea breeze!

Christina - BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science
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Course locations

Main Site

Drake Circus, Plymouth, PL4 8AA

Truro, Cornwall

Knowledge Spa, Royal Cornwall Hospital, Truro, TR1 3HD

Plymouth Site

Drake Circus, Plymouth, PL4 8AA

Exeter

WESC Foundation, Topsham Road, Countess Wear, Exeter, EX2 6HA

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  • Ishita

    University of Plymouth
    BSc (Hons) Psychology with Human Biology
    Namaste 🙏 I am Ishita and I come from Lucknow, India and I’m currently studying at the University of Plymouth and living my dream life haha. I really enjoy my independence and freedom here:)

  • Jackson

    University of Plymouth
    BA (Hons) Architecture
    After studying Maths, Geography and Product Design at A-Level I decided to explore the path of Architecture. Throughout my current studies my perception of the subject is constantly shifting but I continue to enjoy the degree more and more. The course embraces creativity within a challenging but exciting field. After graduating I hope to travel and experience different cultures to help inform some of my future work within the industry... But for now I am going to continue to enjoy the social side of university and everything that the student city of Plymouth has to offer.

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    University of Plymouth
    BSc (Hons) Business Management
    I’m hoping to study a Business Master’s programme in the future and I’m not sure where I would I like my career to go yet! I’m from Cornwall and have a love for both spending my free time in the outdoors exploring the moors or shops and indoors reading or watching a film.

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    University of Plymouth
    BMBS Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery with Foundation (Year 0)
    My dream is to become a psychiatrist. I have a keen interest in mental health and mental health disorders. I want to make a positive impact in the lives of people no matter where I am as well as support people going through mental health issues.

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    University of Plymouth
    BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Foundation Year
    Hi there My names Josh I'm a first year studying Computer science at the University of Plymouth. I'm an avid muscian with over 13 instruments under my belt. alongside that I love being outdoors and camping. additonally I really enjoy playing airsoft, a sport similar to paintballing. Whilst at Uni I ski and am part of the rock pool project. Im happy to answer any questions you have especially about computer science and robotics.

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    BSc (Hons) Dietetics (Full-time)
    I'm Annabel a second year Dietetics student in beautiful Plymouth! I am a foodie, I work part-time as a chef alongside studying nutrition and cooking every day.

  • Feiyu

    University of Plymouth
    PhD Civil Engineering
    My research interest is in geopolymer concrete and my dream is to be an academic at a higher education institution. I love playing badminton and Ping-Pong and would like to do language exchange (Chinese <-> English).

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    University of Plymouth
    BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering
    Hi! I'm Elena, I am a mature student (aged 30) studying Mechanical Engineering. I have a strong passion for art and design, so I love the fact that Mechanical Engineering can be really creative. My dream is to go into Engineering Design someday. I have a disability and I am a wheelchair user, but I don't let that stop me!

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    University of Plymouth
    BMBS Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
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    University of Plymouth
    BSc (Hons) Optometry (Full-time)
    Hi I'm Katy! I'm studying optometry at the University of Plymouth. I'm from Devon and I love taking my dog for walks in the countryside. At Sixth Form I studied A-levels and I know how stressful it can be applying for university whilst studying for exams. Please let me know if you have any questions about optometry or the University of Plymouth!

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    University of Plymouth
    BEng (Hons) Robotics
    I am an international student living in Qatar but is inherently Indian. I love how I have been exposed to different cultures and lifestyles living in a country that is different from where I'm from. Moving to Plymouth for university has been an exciting journey so far and I hope to make the most out of the years I intend to be here. Aside from academics, I love music, dance, art, watching a bunch of TV shows, movies and reading all kinds of genres!

  • Albert

    University of Plymouth
    BSc (Hons) Marine Biology
    I am really passionate about marine research and conservation. I hope to continue in academia after my degree to pursue a Master's or a PhD and to one day work in research! I also really enjoy combining my studies with my love for scientific diving and anything ocean-related, you're always very likely to find me underwater somewhere.
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