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Open Days

A University of Plymouth Open Day will allow you to discover what it’s really like to live and study by the sea!

Take a campus tour and view our state-of-the-art facilities, meet our passionate academics to get an in-depth look into your course and discover why the University has been ranked 6th best modern UK University for teaching (Times Higher Education Young University, 2023).

Chat to our students about life as a first year, moving into halls and their experiences of meeting new people and building their university community.

From the city centre campus, you can also explore the rest of the ocean city and your potential new home.

Book your Open Day with us now and find out why so many students choose Plymouth!

Courses and Fees

Entry requirements:

It's great that you're thinking of studying with us. We welcome applications from a variety of backgrounds and study routes.

Entry requirements vary depending on which course you would like to study, but usually we're looking for a mix of exam grades, subjects and qualifications.

The exact entry requirements you need to meet can be found on the course pages.

Faculties/Departments:

Faculty of Arts and Humanities and Business

Plymouth Business School

Plymouth Business School. An enterprising environment driving sustainable prosperity, enabling our students and partners to achieve their full potential.

 

School of Art, Design and Architecture

The School of Art, Design and Architecture offers high-quality, student-centred degrees, postgraduate programmes and research opportunities focused on adaptability and relevance to today’s cultural industries. 

School of Society and Culture

The School of Society and Culture brings together subjects that are among the most relevant in today’s society, playing a crucial role in addressing some of the world’s most pressing social issues.

 

Faculty of Health: Medicine, Dentistry and Human Sciences

Peninsula Dental School

Peninsula Medical School

School of Biomedical Sciences

Each of these schools are committed to three core aims: outstanding clinical education; strong social engagement; and world class research which will all feature strongly in your learning experience.

School of Health Professions

The School of Health Professions has something for everyone interested in health and care–related professions.

School of Nursing and Midwifery

Our courses in the fields of adult, child and mental health nursing and in midwifery have been designed with your career and the future needs of the workforce in mind.

School of Psychology

The University of Plymouth School of Psychology is in the top 20 in the UK, with 50 staff and over 800 students.

Faculty of Science and Engineering

School of Biological and Marine Sciences

The school is a great place to study Biology and Ecology - fantastic location, great facilities and a choice of undergraduate and postgraduate courses to suit your interests.

School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics

The School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics is a friendly, creative and inspiring place to study. Including many internationally recognised experts, our staff are passionate about providing an innovative and inspiring learning experience.

School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences

The School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences is comprised of four distinct areas, each delivering exceptional teaching, support and research.

International

We are proud to welcome international students to our wonderful community. Visit our website to find out all the ways we can support you during your studies.

Tuition Fees

The tuition fees specific to a course or programme are shown in the 'Fees, costs and funding' section of each undergraduate course and taught postgraduate programme web page. Please choose your course using the search box or read through our website for further information which includes tuition fees for postgraduate research students.

Bursaries and scholarships:

Our scholarships, bursaries and funding pages contain all the information you need to find out whether you’re eligible and how to apply.

If you’re experiencing financial hardship due to extra costs, unexpected health issues or other factors, there are a variety of bursaries and funds to help you – available either directly through the University or partner organisations.

Whether it’s advice on student loans and grants, information on bursaries and scholarships, help with extra financial support or EU funding, our Student Funding Team can advise you on all aspects of student funding.

For tips and advice, our managing your money pages are packed with ideas on how to make your student budget go further.

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Facilities

We’re serious about ensuring you have the best facilities, environments and collaborative spaces to learn the theory behind your subject and put that into practice, and we are continually investing in our campus to give our students the best possible university experience.

We have superb immersive facilities such as our navigation suite for students studying marine subjects, clinical wards for health professions such as nursing, and business start-up spaces to name just a few.

Adding to this, we’ve just opened exciting new buildings for our design and engineering students, and for students studying subjects in the health professions.

Accommodation

Our University-managed halls are a big hit with our students – with organised events, a dedicated support team and 24-hour security. They’re a great place to start building friendships in a safe and supportive environment.

We guarantee to offer a place in Halls (either University-managed or with an accredited private halls provider) or in other suitable student accommodation to all new undergraduate students holding a firm offer who apply for their accommodation and are eligible under our terms and conditions before 17:00 on the 4 July 2024.

Living Here

We are a campus university right in the heart of the city with everything you’ll need as a student within walking distance. Devon and Cornwall’s stunning coast and Dartmoor’s spectacular countryside are just a short distance from the city making our location the perfect blend of inner-city excitement and outdoor adventure!

Plymouth is an incredible seaside city steeped in history and culture with a vibrant nightlife, surging numbers of independent bars and restaurants, all whilst being one of the safest cities in the UK (Complete University Guide, 2023).

The University of Plymouth’s Students’ Union (UPSU) is the hub of the campus. There are over 120 societies to join, providing the ideal place to meet like-minded students and make lifelong friends. The award-winning bar is host to weekly events and the highly anticipated Summer Ball(!), not to mention volunteering opportunities and student support.

Term Dates

International Student Welcome: 11 - 15 September 2023

Start of semester one: 18 September 2023

Freshers' Week: 18 - 22 September 2023

Semester one teaching starts: 25 September 2023

Winter holiday: 18 December 2023 - 7 January 2024

Start of semester two: 22 January 2024

Spring holiday: 25 March - 14 April 2024

End of semester two: 2 June 2024

Travel information

Main campus:

University of Plymouth
 Plymouth
 Devon
 PL4 8AA
 United Kingdom

What Students have to say

What made you choose Plymouth?

One of the reasons I chose to study at Plymouth was because of the city – everything is a 10-minute walk! The other main reason was due to the sense of community I felt on the Open Day when I visited.

Cerys, BA (Hons) Architecture

Did you come to an Open Day? If so, how was your experience?

When I came to an Open Day at the University of Plymouth, I was pleased by how bright and welcoming the campus was, as well as how friendly and eager to help the people were. Don’t be shy to ask questions! You’ll see lots of ambassadors around campus throughout the day who’ll be happy to answer any questions you have about student life.

Aimee, BA (Hons) English and Creative Writing

What have your experiences been like of the support here at Plymouth?

Due to my disability, I have had a lot of support from the Disability team. They were exceptional in making sure I had everything I needed when I started, and they have always been a really useful point of contact throughout the year - it’s great to know that support is there when you need it!

Elena, BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

What are your best memories of living and studying in Plymouth?

My favourite memories so far have been spending time with my friends. There are lots of lovely places to go in Plymouth – cosy coffee shops for when the weather’s not so nice and the Hoe and the Barbican are wonderful places to go when the sun is shining.

Elena, BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

Contact us

+44 (0)1752 585858

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https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/study/undergraduate