

Plymouth, England
University of Plymouth is a university located in Plymouth, South West England. It is a member of the University Alliance group, focused on professional and technical education. It holds the highest TEF rating — Gold — for outstanding teaching quality.
The university has approximately 17,945 students, with a diverse international community representing 71 nationalities. The largest international cohorts come from Nigeria, China, and India.
University of Plymouth currently lists 101 courses on CourseOptions, spanning 44 undergraduate and 57 postgraduate programmes. There are 9 scholarships available for international students.
Graduate outcomes are excellent: 90% of graduates go into employment or further study within 15 months, and the median graduate salary is £28,500, rising to £30,300 after five years.
Student satisfaction is strong, with an NSS teaching satisfaction score of 87%.
University of Plymouth is ranked #613 in the world by QS World University Rankings 2026 and #50 in the UK by the Complete University Guide.
| Ranking System | Position |
|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings 2026 | #613 |
| Times Higher Education 2026 | #501 |
| Guardian University Guide (UK) | #56 |
| The Complete University Guide (UK) | #50 |
Source: QS, THE, CUG, Guardian — Updated January 2026
84.2% of graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduation.
| Time After Graduation | Median Salary | UK Average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £28,500 | £26,220 | +9% |
| 3 years | £27,700 | £25,484 | +9% |
| 5 years | £30,300 | £27,876 | +9% |
Source: HESA Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) 2025
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all subject areas and study modes. Actual graduate outcomes vary by course and cohort. For course-specific data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Has an 82% overall satisfaction rate according to the National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
Source: National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all courses and may not reflect satisfaction for a specific course. For course-level data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
11.9% of students are international, representing 71+ countries. Total international students: 2,130.
| Countries | Students | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | 310 | 14.6% |
| China | 260 | 12.2% |
| India | 235 | 11% |
| Hong Kong | 100 | 4.7% |
| Sri Lanka | 70 | 3.3% |
| Malaysia | 65 | 3.1% |
| Singapore | 60 | 2.8% |
| Nepal | 55 | 2.6% |
| United States | 55 | 2.6% |
| Kuwait | 45 | 2.1% |
Source: HESA official data.
We found 10 scholarships you may be eligible for based on your location.
£10,000 postgraduate scholarships for international students
For students from: BD,ID,IN,MY
Financial support for asylum seekers and refugees in the UK
For students from: 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Automatic scholarship up to £6,000 for international undergraduates
Open to all international students
Mentoring and financial support for engineering students
For students from: 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Deadline: 30 June 2026£4,000 tuition fee discount for international postgraduate students
Open to all international students
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