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Glasgow Caledonian University

Glasgow · QS World #1001

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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

Glasgow Caledonian

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). Glasgow Caledonian University is ahead on courses.

Glasgow Caledonian University vs Plymouth Marjon University at a glance

Glasgow Caledonian University and Plymouth Marjon University both teach 11 subject areas, the largest being Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Journalism and Media & Film Studies. Glasgow Caledonian University offers 130 courses across 48 subject areas; Plymouth Marjon University offers 48 courses across 18 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,700 a year at Glasgow Caledonian University and £15,200 at Plymouth Marjon University: Plymouth Marjon University is about £500 a year cheaper.

Of the 2 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Glasgow Caledonian University is higher in 2 and Plymouth Marjon University in 0. The widest gap is in Social Work: £33,500 three years after graduating from Glasgow Caledonian University, against £16,500 from Plymouth Marjon University. Of the 7 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Glasgow Caledonian University is higher in 5 and Plymouth Marjon University in 2.

World & National Rankings

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

#1001
QS World
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#801
THE World
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#88
Guardian UK
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1993
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.

Glasgow Caledonian University

Plymouth Marjon University

87.1%
No data

Satisfaction

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

£33,200
No data

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

88.9%
No data

Employment

Graduate employment rate

22.7%
No data

International

International student share

130
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.

Glasgow Caledonian

45 countries · 22.7% international

  • 🇵🇰Pakistan39.5%
  • 🇮🇳India27.4%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria19.8%
  • 🇧🇩Bangladesh2.3%
  • 🇨🇦Canada1.6%
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Plymouth Marjon

No published data on international students

    Subjects

    11 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.

    Glasgow Caledonian University

    Plymouth Marjon University

    Only at Glasgow Caledonian University

    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

    Glasgow Caledonian University
    £15,700
    Plymouth Marjon University
    £15,200

    Plymouth Marjon University is about £500 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Glasgow Caledonian University
    £17,950
    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.

    Glasgow Caledonian University

    Plymouth Marjon University

    • Journalism

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£19,500
      84%Satisfaction94%

    • Social Work

      £33,500Salary (3 years)£16,500
      96%Satisfaction92%

    • Counselling & Psychotherapy

      £25,000Salary (3 years)No data
      97%Satisfaction96%

    • Forensic Science

      £23,000Salary (3 years)No data
      97%Satisfaction79%

    • Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation

      £27,500Salary (3 years)No data
      95%Satisfaction87%

    • Applied Psychology

      £18,500Salary (3 years)No data
      88%Satisfaction90%

    • Complementary & Alternative Medicine

      £27,500Salary (3 years)No data
      96%Satisfaction79%

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    Glasgow Caledonian University

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    Plymouth Marjon University

    Marjon Sport Performance Scholarships

    £4,000

    Deadline: N/A

    View all scholarships →

    FAQ

    Glasgow Caledonian University vs Plymouth Marjon University: common questions

    Is Glasgow Caledonian University or Plymouth Marjon University cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,700 a year at Glasgow Caledonian University and £15,200 at Plymouth Marjon University: Plymouth Marjon University is about £500 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 Glasgow Caledonian University and Plymouth Marjon University?

    Both universities teach 11 subject areas: Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Journalism, Media & Film Studies, Nursing (General), Psychology (General), Social Work, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Forensic Science, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Applied Psychology and Complementary & Alternative Medicine.

    Is Glasgow Caledonian University or Plymouth Marjon University better for Journalism?

    Journalism graduates earn a median £23,500 three years after graduating from Glasgow Caledonian University, and £19,500 from Plymouth Marjon University. Student satisfaction with teaching is 84% at Glasgow Caledonian University and 94% at Plymouth Marjon University. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Glasgow Caledonian University or Plymouth Marjon University offer more courses?

    Glasgow Caledonian University lists 130 courses on CourseOptions and Plymouth Marjon University lists 48 courses.

    What can you study at Glasgow Caledonian University but not at Plymouth Marjon University?

    Glasgow Caledonian University teaches 37 subject areas that Plymouth Marjon University does not, including Business & Management (General), Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Building & Construction, Business Studies, Computer Science, Design & Fashion, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Management and 29 more.

    What can you study at Plymouth Marjon University but not at Glasgow Caledonian University?

    Plymouth Marjon University teaches 7 subject areas that Glasgow Caledonian University does not, including Sport & Exercise Sciences, Drama & Theatre, Teacher Training, Education Studies, Personal & Professional Development, Sociology & Criminology and Performing Arts (General).

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    Glasgow Caledonian University130 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    Plymouth Marjon University48 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses