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Liverpool John Moores University

Liverpool · QS World #851

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Plymouth Marjon University

Plymouth

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 2 datapoints

We looked at 2 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

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Liverpool John Moores

scored higher in 2 categories

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Plymouth Marjon

scored higher in 0 categories

Quick Verdict

Liverpool John Moores University leads in 2 of 2 categories where both have data (established, courses). Plymouth Marjon University does not lead in any category where both have data.

Liverpool John Moores University vs Plymouth Marjon University at a glance

Liverpool John Moores University and Plymouth Marjon University both teach 14 subject areas, the largest being Sport & Exercise Sciences, Sociology & Criminology and Education Studies. Liverpool John Moores University offers 325 courses across 78 subject areas; Plymouth Marjon University offers 48 courses across 18 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,250 a year at Liverpool John Moores University and £15,200 at Plymouth Marjon University: Plymouth Marjon University is about £3,050 a year cheaper.

Of the 6 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Liverpool John Moores University is higher in 6 and Plymouth Marjon University in 0. The widest gap is in Sociology & Criminology: £21,500 three years after graduating from Liverpool John Moores 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 6 and Liverpool John Moores University in 2.

World & National Rankings

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

#851
QS World
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#501
THE World
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#61
Guardian UK
—
1823
Established
1840
No
Russell Group
No
Silver
TEF Rating
Silver

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Liverpool John Moores University

Plymouth Marjon University

86.1%
No data

Satisfaction

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

£28,500
No data

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

86.5%
No data

Employment

Graduate employment rate

8.3%
No data

International

International student share

325
48

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

1
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.

Liverpool John Moores

75 countries · 8.3% international

  • 🇮🇳India12.2%
  • 🇮🇪Ireland6.6%
  • 🌐Sri Lanka6.6%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan6.4%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria5.2%
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Plymouth Marjon

No published data on international students

    Subjects

    14 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.

    Liverpool John Moores University

    Plymouth Marjon University

    Only at Liverpool John Moores 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

    Liverpool John Moores University
    £18,250
    Plymouth Marjon University
    £15,200

    Plymouth Marjon University is about £3,050 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Liverpool John Moores University
    £18,250
    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.

    Liverpool John Moores University

    Plymouth Marjon University

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
      89%Satisfaction90%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £21,500Salary (3 years)£16,500
      87%Satisfaction93%

    • Education Studies

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£16,500
      91%Satisfaction88%

    • Journalism

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£19,500
      84%Satisfaction94%

    • Applied Psychology

      £20,000Salary (3 years)No data
      82%Satisfaction90%

    • Forensic Science

      £23,000Salary (3 years)No data
      83%Satisfaction79%

    • Psychology (General)

      £21,000Salary (3 years)No data
      86%Satisfaction90%

    • Social Work

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£16,500
      87%Satisfaction92%

    • Teacher Training

      £26,500Salary (3 years)£25,000
      No dataSatisfaction98%

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    Liverpool John Moores University

    Alumni Discount Award

    20%

    Deadline: N/A

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    Plymouth Marjon University

    Marjon Sport Performance Scholarships

    £4,000

    Deadline: N/A

    View all scholarships →

    FAQ

    Liverpool John Moores University vs Plymouth Marjon University: common questions

    Is Liverpool John Moores University or Plymouth Marjon University cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,250 a year at Liverpool John Moores University and £15,200 at Plymouth Marjon University: Plymouth Marjon University is about £3,050 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 Liverpool John Moores University and Plymouth Marjon University?

    Both universities teach 14 subject areas: Sport & Exercise Sciences, Sociology & Criminology, Education Studies, Media & Film Studies, Nursing (General), Journalism, Applied Psychology, Forensic Science, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Psychology (General), Social Work, Teacher Training and 2 more.

    Is Liverpool John Moores University or Plymouth Marjon University better for Sport & Exercise Sciences?

    Sport & Exercise Sciences graduates earn a median £22,500 three years after graduating from Liverpool John Moores University, and £21,000 from Plymouth Marjon University. Student satisfaction with teaching is 89% at Liverpool John Moores University and 90% at Plymouth Marjon University. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Liverpool John Moores University or Plymouth Marjon University offer more courses?

    Liverpool John Moores University lists 325 courses on CourseOptions and Plymouth Marjon University lists 48 courses.

    What can you study at Liverpool John Moores University but not at Plymouth Marjon University?

    Liverpool John Moores University teaches 64 subject areas that Plymouth Marjon University does not, including Business Studies, Law, Civil Engineering, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Building & Construction, Design & Fashion, Management, Mathematics and 56 more.

    What can you study at Plymouth Marjon University but not at Liverpool John Moores University?

    Plymouth Marjon University teaches 4 subject areas that Liverpool John Moores University does not, including Drama & Theatre, Personal & Professional Development, Complementary & Alternative Medicine and Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation.

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    Liverpool John Moores University325 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses
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    Plymouth Marjon University48 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses