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Abertay University

Dundee · Guardian UK #55

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Plymouth Marjon University

Plymouth

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 3 datapoints

We looked at 3 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

1/3

Abertay

scored higher in 1 category

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2/3

Plymouth Marjon

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

Plymouth Marjon University leads in 2 of 3 categories where both have data (established, scholarship). Abertay University is ahead on courses.

Abertay University vs Plymouth Marjon University at a glance

Abertay University and Plymouth Marjon University both teach 7 subject areas, the largest being Sport & Exercise Sciences, Sociology & Criminology and Hospitality, Events & Tourism. Abertay University offers 82 courses across 31 subject areas; Plymouth Marjon University offers 48 courses across 18 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £16,950 a year at Abertay University and £15,200 at Plymouth Marjon University: Plymouth Marjon University is about £1,750 a year cheaper.

Of the 2 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Abertay University is higher in 1 and Plymouth Marjon University in 1. The widest gap is in Sociology & Criminology: £22,000 three years after graduating from Abertay University, against £16,500 from Plymouth Marjon University. Of the 5 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Abertay University is higher in 2 and Plymouth Marjon University in 2, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

Compare world and national league table positions, TEF ratings, and Russell Group membership.

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QS World
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THE World
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#55
Guardian UK
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1888
Established
1840
No
Russell Group
No
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TEF Rating
Silver

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.

Abertay University

Plymouth Marjon University

88%
No data

Satisfaction

Student satisfaction with teaching (NSS Survey, out of 100%)

£29,600
No data

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

80.5%
No data

Employment

Graduate employment rate

9.3%
No data

International

International student share

82
48

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

0
1

Scholarships

Number of scholarships

International Community

Where do international students come from?

Top source countries based on official HESA enrolment data. A higher diversity of nationalities often means a richer campus experience.

Abertay

29 countries · 9.3% international

  • 🇫🇷France28%
  • 🇮🇳India16.1%
  • 🇺🇸United States8.6%
  • 🇨🇳China3.2%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria3.2%
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Plymouth Marjon

No published data on international students

    Subjects

    7 subjects you can study at both

    Courses listed at each university in the subject, and the typical (median) international fee a year. Select a count to see the courses.

    Abertay University

    Plymouth Marjon University

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    Only at Plymouth Marjon University

    Fees

    What it costs international students

    The typical (median) international tuition fee a year across each university's published course fees. Individual courses vary; each course page shows its own fee.

    Undergraduate

    Abertay University
    £16,950
    Plymouth Marjon University
    £15,200

    Plymouth Marjon University is about £1,750 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Abertay University
    £18,950
    Plymouth Marjon University
    No data

    We do not have reliable international fee data for Plymouth Marjon University yet.

    Outcomes

    Graduate outcomes by subject

    Median graduate salary three years after graduating, and student satisfaction with teaching, across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject. Source: Discover Uni.

    Abertay University

    Plymouth Marjon University

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
      92%Satisfaction90%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£16,500
      88%Satisfaction93%

    • Psychology (General)

      £22,000Salary (3 years)No data
      86%Satisfaction90%

    • Applied Psychology

      £22,500Salary (3 years)No data
      90%Satisfaction90%

    • Forensic Science

      £23,500Salary (3 years)No data
      100%Satisfaction79%

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    Abertay University

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    Plymouth Marjon University

    Marjon Sport Performance Scholarships

    £4,000

    Deadline: N/A

    View all scholarships →

    FAQ

    Abertay University vs Plymouth Marjon University: common questions

    Is Abertay University or Plymouth Marjon University cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £16,950 a year at Abertay University and £15,200 at Plymouth Marjon University: Plymouth Marjon University is about £1,750 a year cheaper. These are medians of the international tuition fees each university publishes for its courses; the fee for a specific course is on its course page.

    What subjects can you study at both Abertay University and Plymouth Marjon University?

    Both universities teach 7 subject areas: Sport & Exercise Sciences, Sociology & Criminology, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Psychology (General), Applied Psychology, Counselling & Psychotherapy and Forensic Science.

    Is Abertay University or Plymouth Marjon University better for Sport & Exercise Sciences?

    Sport & Exercise Sciences graduates earn a median £20,500 three years after graduating from Abertay University, and £21,000 from Plymouth Marjon University. Student satisfaction with teaching is 92% at Abertay University and 90% at Plymouth Marjon University. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Abertay University or Plymouth Marjon University offer more courses?

    Abertay University lists 82 courses on CourseOptions and Plymouth Marjon University lists 48 courses.

    What can you study at Abertay University but not at Plymouth Marjon University?

    Abertay University teaches 24 subject areas that Plymouth Marjon University does not, including Business & Management (General), Games Design & Computer Animation, Accounting, Civil Engineering, Law, Marketing, Biomedical Sciences, Computer Science and 16 more.

    What can you study at Plymouth Marjon University but not at Abertay University?

    Plymouth Marjon University teaches 11 subject areas that Abertay University does not, including Drama & Theatre, Teacher Training, Education Studies, Journalism, Nursing (General), Personal & Professional Development, Social Work, Complementary & Alternative Medicine and 3 more.

    Ready to explore courses?

    Browse available courses, check entry requirements, and find scholarships at each university.

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    Abertay University82 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    Plymouth Marjon University48 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses