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Select any two universities below and we'll generate an instant, data-driven comparison — rankings, salaries, student satisfaction, international community, and more.

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Open University

None · THE World #801

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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

Open

scored higher in 2 categories

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2/4

Plymouth Marjon

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

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

Open University vs Plymouth Marjon University at a glance

Open University and Plymouth Marjon University both teach 10 subject areas, the largest being Sport & Exercise Sciences, Sociology & Criminology and Psychology (General). Open University offers 337 courses across 68 subject areas; Plymouth Marjon University offers 48 courses across 18 subject areas.

Of the 4 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Open University is higher in 4 and Plymouth Marjon University in 0. The widest gap is in Social Work: £33,000 three years after graduating from Open University, against £16,500 from Plymouth Marjon University. Of the 7 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Plymouth Marjon University is higher in 4 and Open 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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#801
THE World
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Guardian UK
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1969
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.

Open University

Plymouth Marjon University

89.8%
No data

Satisfaction

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

£29,900
No data

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

72.6%
No data

Employment

Graduate employment rate

0.2%
No data

International

International student share

337
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.

Open

25 countries · 0.2% international

  • 🇩🇪Germany8.9%
  • 🌐Cyprus (European Union)6.7%
  • 🇫🇷France6.7%
  • 🇨🇳China4.4%
  • 🇮🇳India4.4%
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Plymouth Marjon

No published data on international students

    Subjects

    10 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.

    Open University

    Plymouth Marjon University

    Only at Open 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

    Open University
    No data
    Plymouth Marjon University
    £15,200

    We do not have reliable international fee data for Open 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.

    Open University

    Plymouth Marjon University

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £26,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
      92%Satisfaction90%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £17,000Salary (3 years)£16,500
      89%Satisfaction93%

    • Psychology (General)

      £22,500Salary (3 years)No data
      88%Satisfaction90%

    • Education Studies

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£16,500
      89%Satisfaction88%

    • Social Work

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

    • Nursing (General)

      £22,500Salary (3 years)No data
      89%Satisfaction91%

    • Counselling & Psychotherapy

      £26,500Salary (3 years)No data
      90%Satisfaction96%

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    Open University

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    Plymouth Marjon University

    Marjon Sport Performance Scholarships

    £4,000

    Deadline: N/A

    View all scholarships →

    FAQ

    Open University vs Plymouth Marjon University: common questions

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

    Both universities teach 10 subject areas: Sport & Exercise Sciences, Sociology & Criminology, Psychology (General), Education Studies, Social Work, Teacher Training, Nursing (General), Counselling & Psychotherapy, Personal & Professional Development and Applied Psychology.

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

    Sport & Exercise Sciences graduates earn a median £26,000 three years after graduating from Open University, and £21,000 from Plymouth Marjon University. Student satisfaction with teaching is 92% at Open University and 90% at Plymouth Marjon University. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Open University or Plymouth Marjon University offer more courses?

    Open University lists 337 courses on CourseOptions and Plymouth Marjon University lists 48 courses.

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

    Open University teaches 58 subject areas that Plymouth Marjon University does not, including Computer Science, Business & Management (General), Law, History, Humanities, General Engineering, Mathematics, Childhood & Youth Studies and 50 more.

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

    Plymouth Marjon University teaches 8 subject areas that Open University does not, including Drama & Theatre, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Journalism, Complementary & Alternative Medicine, Forensic Science, Media & Film Studies, Performing Arts (General) and Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation.

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    Open University337 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    Plymouth Marjon University48 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses