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Plymouth Marjon University

Plymouth

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Ulster University

Belfast · QS World #595

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.

2/3

Plymouth Marjon

scored higher in 2 categories

VS

1/3

Ulster

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

Plymouth Marjon University leads in 2 of 3 categories where both have data (established, scholarship). Ulster University is ahead on courses.

Plymouth Marjon University vs Ulster University at a glance

Plymouth Marjon University and Ulster University both teach 11 subject areas, the largest being Sport & Exercise Sciences, Sociology & Criminology and Social Work. Plymouth Marjon University offers 48 courses across 18 subject areas; Ulster University offers 170 courses across 66 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,200 a year at Plymouth Marjon University and £17,490 at Ulster University: Plymouth Marjon University is about £2,290 a year cheaper.

Of the 7 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Plymouth Marjon University is higher in 4 and Ulster University in 3.

World & National Rankings

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

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QS World
#595
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THE World
#601
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Guardian UK
#60
1840
Established
1968
No
Russell Group
No
Silver
TEF Rating
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Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Plymouth Marjon University

Ulster University

No data
86.4%

Satisfaction

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

No data
No data

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
84.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
32.5%

International

International student share

48
170

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

1
0

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.

Plymouth Marjon

No published data on international students

    VS

    Ulster

    45 countries · 32.5% international

    • 🇵🇰Pakistan27.8%
    • 🇮🇪Ireland21.4%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria16.1%
    • 🇮🇳India12.6%
    • 🇧🇩Bangladesh8.6%

    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.

    Plymouth Marjon University

    Ulster University

    Only at Plymouth Marjon University

    Only at Ulster 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

    Plymouth Marjon University
    £15,200
    Ulster University
    £17,490

    Plymouth Marjon University is about £2,290 a year cheaper.

    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.

    Plymouth Marjon University

    Ulster University

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £21,000Salary (3 years)No data
      90%Satisfaction82%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £16,500Salary (3 years)No data
      93%Satisfaction84%

    • Social Work

      £16,500Salary (3 years)No data
      92%Satisfaction96%

    • Journalism

      £19,500Salary (3 years)No data
      94%Satisfaction82%

    • Complementary & Alternative Medicine

      No dataSalary (3 years)No data
      79%Satisfaction93%

    • Counselling & Psychotherapy

      No dataSalary (3 years)No data
      96%Satisfaction91%

    • Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation

      No dataSalary (3 years)No data
      87%Satisfaction89%

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    Plymouth Marjon University

    Marjon Sport Performance Scholarships

    £4,000

    Deadline: N/A

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    Ulster University

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    FAQ

    Plymouth Marjon University vs Ulster University: common questions

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

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,200 a year at Plymouth Marjon University and £17,490 at Ulster University: Plymouth Marjon University is about £2,290 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 Plymouth Marjon University and Ulster University?

    Both universities teach 11 subject areas: Sport & Exercise Sciences, Sociology & Criminology, Social Work, Drama & Theatre, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Journalism, Media & Film Studies, Complementary & Alternative Medicine, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation and Psychology (General).

    Does Plymouth Marjon University or Ulster University offer more courses?

    Ulster University lists 170 courses on CourseOptions and Plymouth Marjon University lists 48 courses.

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

    Plymouth Marjon University teaches 7 subject areas that Ulster University does not, including Teacher Training, Education Studies, Nursing (General), Personal & Professional Development, Applied Psychology, Forensic Science and Performing Arts (General).

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

    Ulster University teaches 55 subject areas that Plymouth Marjon University does not, including Law, Accounting, Business Studies, Computer Science, Design & Fashion, Civil Engineering, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Irish Studies and 47 more.

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    Plymouth Marjon University48 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses
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    Ulster University170 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses