University of Plymouth: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #598 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #241 of 2,785 | In Europe |
| #50 of 163 | In the United Kingdom |
| #38 of 131 | In England |
| #1 of 3 | In Plymouth |
| #102 of 1,028 | For Social Work |
| Top50% | For 193 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 77%
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- plymouth.ac.uk
- Languages
- English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 77% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | General Certificate of Education (GCE) with 2 passes at Advanced ('A') level or Advanced ENVQ, or a good BTEC National Certificate or National Diploma. For HND, normal minimum qualification are passes in 4 General Certificates of Secondary Education (GCSE) subjects (1 at 'A' level or Advanced GNVQ), or a BTEC National Certificate or National Diploma |
| Academic Calendar | September to June (September - January; February-June) |
We've calculated the 77% acceptance rate for University of Plymouth based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
University of Plymouth is a world-class research university with 26,834 scientific papers published and 726,672 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Biology, Environmental Science, Engineering, Computer Science, Medicine, Physics, Geology, Chemistry, and Political Science.
University of Plymouth majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 3 | 2 |
| 1992 | 36 | 9 |
| 1993 | 181 | 110 |
| 1994 | 263 | 192 |
| 1995 | 320 | 440 |
| 1996 | 342 | 658 |
| 1997 | 371 | 921 |
| 1998 | 382 | 1350 |
| 1999 | 439 | 1790 |
| 2000 | 488 | 2431 |
| 2001 | 465 | 2875 |
| 2002 | 500 | 3718 |
| 2003 | 521 | 4683 |
| 2004 | 576 | 5668 |
| 2005 | 672 | 6954 |
| 2006 | 759 | 8303 |
| 2007 | 869 | 10329 |
| 2008 | 760 | 12095 |
| 2009 | 886 | 14947 |
| 2010 | 896 | 17998 |
| 2011 | 1001 | 21804 |
| 2012 | 1106 | 25795 |
| 2013 | 1132 | 30317 |
| 2014 | 1226 | 32742 |
| 2015 | 1176 | 36079 |
| 2016 | 1294 | 37413 |
| 2017 | 1289 | 39274 |
| 2018 | 1370 | 45790 |
| 2019 | 1490 | 53800 |
| 2020 | 1462 | 64420 |
| 2021 | 1437 | 73861 |
| 2022 | 1443 | 78111 |
| 2023 | 1539 | 78515 |
Tuition
The tuition table for University of Plymouth gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | UK/EU Students | International Students |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | £9,250 per year | £13,800 - £15,500 per year |
| Postgraduate Taught | £7,500 - £9,500 per year | £14,000 - £16,000 per year |
| Postgraduate Research | £4,330 - £4,410 per year | £14,000 - £16,000 per year |
The currency used is British Pound (GBP).
The University of Plymouth has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by University of Plymouth.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Doctorate | Biological and Life Sciences, Education, Medicine |
|---|
University of Plymouth alumni
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Darren Jones
- Occupations
- politician
- Biography
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Darren Paul Jones is a British politician serving as Shadow Chief Secretary to the Treasury since 2023. A member of the Labour Party, he previously chaired the House of Commons Business and Trade Select Committee from 2020 to 2023. Jones has been the Member of Parliament (MP) for Bristol North West since 2017.
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Rob Hopkins
- Occupations
- writermilitantuniversity teacherbloggerenvironmentalist
- Biography
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Rob Hopkins is an activist and writer on environmental issues, based in Totnes, England. He is best known as the founder and figurehead of the Transition movement, which he initiated in 2005. Hopkins has written six books on environmentalism and activism.
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Said Gutseriev
- Occupations
- economistbusinessperson
- Biography
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Said Mikhailovich Gutseriev is a Russian-British businessperson of Ingush descent. He is the son of Russian oligarch Mikhail Gutseriev, Since 2018 has been included by Forbes into the list of wealthiest businessmen in the world. In 2021 his fortune has been estimated at $1.7 billion.
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Natasha Vita-More
- Occupations
- designerartist
- Biography
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Natasha Vita-More is a strategic designer, author, speaker and innovator within the scientific and technological framework of human enhancement and life extension. Her interests are located within the ethical uses of science and technology and socio-political implications of revolutionary advances impacting humanity's future.
University of Plymouth faculties and divisions
| Faculty : Arts and Humanities | Architecture, Arts and Humanities, Design, Education, English, Fine Arts, History, Media Studies, Performing Arts, Photography, Writing |
|---|---|
| Faculty : Business | Accountancy, Banking, Business Administration, Criminology, Economics, Finance, Law, Management, Marketing, Sports Management, Tourism |
| Faculty : Health and Human Sciences | Clinical Psychology, Health Sciences, Midwifery, Nursing, Nutrition, Occupational Therapy, Optometry, Physical Therapy, Podiatry, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Psychology, Social Sciences, Social Work, Sociology |
| Faculty : Science and Environment | Animal Husbandry, Biological and Life Sciences, Biomedicine, Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth Sciences, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Marine Engineering, Marine Science and Oceanography, Mathematics, Mathematics and Computer Science, Natural Sciences, Psychology |
| School : Medicine and Dentistry | Biomedicine, Dentistry, Health Sciences, Medicine |
General information
| Founded | 1992 |
|---|---|
| Motto | Indagate Fingite Invenite Explore Dream Discover |
| Colors | terracotta, dark blue, black |
Location and contacts
| Address | Drake Circus Plymouth, PL4 8AA United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| City population | 268,000 |