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Heriot-Watt University

Edinburgh · QS World #325

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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.

3/3

Heriot-Watt

scored higher in 3 categories

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0/3

Plymouth Marjon

scored higher in 0 categories

Quick Verdict

Heriot-Watt University leads in 3 of 3 categories where both have data (established, courses, scholarship). Plymouth Marjon University does not lead in any category where both have data.

Heriot-Watt University vs Plymouth Marjon University at a glance

Heriot-Watt University and Plymouth Marjon University both teach 4 subject areas, the largest being Sport & Exercise Sciences, Psychology (General) and Applied Psychology. Heriot-Watt University offers 214 courses across 48 subject areas; Plymouth Marjon University offers 48 courses across 18 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,080 a year at Heriot-Watt University and £15,200 at Plymouth Marjon University: Plymouth Marjon University is about £4,880 a year cheaper.

In Sport & Exercise Sciences, the one shared subject where both publish a graduate salary, Heriot-Watt University is higher. Of the 2 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Plymouth Marjon University is higher in 2 and Heriot-Watt University in 0.

World & National Rankings

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

#325
QS World
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#401
THE World
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#41
Guardian UK
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1821
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.

Heriot-Watt University

Plymouth Marjon University

82%
No data

Satisfaction

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

£35,400
No data

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

81.8%
No data

Employment

Graduate employment rate

31.2%
No data

International

International student share

214
48

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

42
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.

Heriot-Watt

72 countries · 31.2% international

  • 🇮🇳India29.8%
  • 🇨🇳China17.1%
  • 🇫🇷France6.8%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria6%
  • 🇲🇾Malaysia5.2%
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Plymouth Marjon

No published data on international students

    Subjects

    4 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.

    Heriot-Watt University

    Plymouth Marjon University

    Only at Heriot-Watt 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

    Heriot-Watt University
    £20,080
    Plymouth Marjon University
    £15,200

    Plymouth Marjon University is about £4,880 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Heriot-Watt University
    £24,180
    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.

    Heriot-Watt University

    Plymouth Marjon University

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £24,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
      89%Satisfaction90%

    • Psychology (General)

      £22,500Salary (3 years)No data
      81%Satisfaction90%

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    Heriot-Watt University

    International Merit Scholarship

    £500,000

    Deadline: N/A

    MBA 20th Anniversary Scholarship

    £64,000

    Deadline: Jun 2026

    IMechE Scholarships (for Mechanical Engineers)

    £21,800

    Deadline: N/A

    Future Planner Scholarship

    100%

    Deadline: Jun 2026

    The Dunsmore Scholarship for MScR Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences

    100%

    Deadline: May 2026

    View all scholarships →

    Plymouth Marjon University

    Marjon Sport Performance Scholarships

    £4,000

    Deadline: N/A

    View all scholarships →

    FAQ

    Heriot-Watt University vs Plymouth Marjon University: common questions

    Is Heriot-Watt University or Plymouth Marjon University cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,080 a year at Heriot-Watt University and £15,200 at Plymouth Marjon University: Plymouth Marjon University is about £4,880 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 Heriot-Watt University and Plymouth Marjon University?

    Both universities teach 4 subject areas: Sport & Exercise Sciences, Psychology (General), Applied Psychology and Education Studies.

    Is Heriot-Watt University or Plymouth Marjon University better for Sport & Exercise Sciences?

    Sport & Exercise Sciences graduates earn a median £24,500 three years after graduating from Heriot-Watt University, and £21,000 from Plymouth Marjon University. Student satisfaction with teaching is 89% at Heriot-Watt University and 90% at Plymouth Marjon University. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Heriot-Watt University or Plymouth Marjon University offer more courses?

    Heriot-Watt University lists 214 courses on CourseOptions and Plymouth Marjon University lists 48 courses.

    What can you study at Heriot-Watt University but not at Plymouth Marjon University?

    Heriot-Watt University teaches 44 subject areas that Plymouth Marjon University does not, including Mathematics, Ancient Languages, Computer Science, Civil Engineering, Design & Fashion, Building & Construction, Chemical Engineering, Finance & Actuarial Science and 36 more.

    What can you study at Plymouth Marjon University but not at Heriot-Watt University?

    Plymouth Marjon University teaches 14 subject areas that Heriot-Watt University does not, including Drama & Theatre, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Teacher Training, Journalism, Nursing (General), Personal & Professional Development, Social Work, Sociology & Criminology and 6 more.

    Ready to explore courses?

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

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    Heriot-Watt University214 courses · 42 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    Plymouth Marjon University48 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses