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Kingston University

London · QS World #686

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Plymouth Marjon University

Plymouth

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 4 datapoints

We looked at 4 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

2/4

Kingston

scored higher in 2 categories

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2/4

Plymouth Marjon

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

Kingston University and Plymouth Marjon University are evenly matched: each leads in 2 of 4 categories where both have data. Kingston University is ahead on TEF, courses; Plymouth Marjon University on established, scholarship.

Kingston University vs Plymouth Marjon University at a glance

Kingston University and Plymouth Marjon University both teach 13 subject areas, the largest being Sport & Exercise Sciences, Applied Psychology and Psychology (General). Kingston University offers 390 courses across 67 subject areas; Plymouth Marjon University offers 48 courses across 18 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,500 a year at Kingston University and £15,200 at Plymouth Marjon University: Plymouth Marjon University is about £3,300 a year cheaper.

Of the 5 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Kingston University is higher in 5 and Plymouth Marjon University in 0. The widest gap is in Social Work: £33,000 three years after graduating from Kingston University, against £16,500 from Plymouth Marjon University. Of the 8 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Plymouth Marjon University is higher in 5 and Kingston University in 3.

World & National Rankings

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

#686
QS World
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#801
THE World
—
#67
Guardian UK
—
1899
Established
1840
No
Russell Group
No
Gold
TEF Rating
Silver

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Kingston University

Plymouth Marjon University

85.4%
No data

Satisfaction

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

£31,900
No data

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

78.9%
No data

Employment

Graduate employment rate

21.9%
No data

International

International student share

390
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.

Kingston

91 countries · 21.9% international

  • 🇮🇳India24.1%
  • 🇨🇳China23.8%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria3.5%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan3.2%
  • 🇺🇸United States3.2%
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Plymouth Marjon

No published data on international students

    Subjects

    13 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.

    Kingston University

    Plymouth Marjon University

    Only at Kingston 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

    Kingston University
    £18,500
    Plymouth Marjon University
    £15,200

    Plymouth Marjon University is about £3,300 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Kingston University
    £18,900
    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.

    Kingston University

    Plymouth Marjon University

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £24,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
      87%Satisfaction90%

    • Applied Psychology

      £22,500Salary (3 years)No data
      77%Satisfaction90%

    • Psychology (General)

      £22,500Salary (3 years)No data
      80%Satisfaction90%

    • Education Studies

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£16,500
      90%Satisfaction88%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £25,500Salary (3 years)£16,500
      81%Satisfaction93%

    • Social Work

      £33,000Salary (3 years)£16,500
      93%Satisfaction92%

    • Forensic Science

      £24,500Salary (3 years)No data
      86%Satisfaction79%

    • Teacher Training

      £28,000Salary (3 years)£25,000
      90%Satisfaction98%

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    Kingston University

    View all scholarships →

    Plymouth Marjon University

    Marjon Sport Performance Scholarships

    £4,000

    Deadline: N/A

    View all scholarships →

    FAQ

    Kingston University vs Plymouth Marjon University: common questions

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

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,500 a year at Kingston University and £15,200 at Plymouth Marjon University: Plymouth Marjon University is about £3,300 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 Kingston University and Plymouth Marjon University?

    Both universities teach 13 subject areas: Sport & Exercise Sciences, Applied Psychology, Psychology (General), Education Studies, Sociology & Criminology, Media & Film Studies, Social Work, Forensic Science, Teacher Training, Drama & Theatre, Nursing (General), Journalism and 1 more.

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

    Sport & Exercise Sciences graduates earn a median £24,000 three years after graduating from Kingston University, and £21,000 from Plymouth Marjon University. Student satisfaction with teaching is 87% at Kingston University and 90% at Plymouth Marjon University. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Kingston University or Plymouth Marjon University offer more courses?

    Kingston University lists 390 courses on CourseOptions and Plymouth Marjon University lists 48 courses.

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

    Kingston University teaches 54 subject areas that Plymouth Marjon University does not, including Business & Management (General), Aerospace Engineering, Design & Fashion, Building & Construction, Chemistry, Childhood & Youth Studies, Mechanical Engineering, Electronic & Electrical Engineering and 46 more.

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

    Plymouth Marjon University teaches 5 subject areas that Kingston University does not, including Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Complementary & Alternative Medicine, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Performing Arts (General) and Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation.

    Ready to explore courses?

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

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    Kingston University390 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    Plymouth Marjon University48 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses