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Plymouth Marjon University

Plymouth

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University of Leicester

Leicester · QS World #314

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.

1/4

Plymouth Marjon

scored higher in 1 category

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3/4

Leicester

scored higher in 3 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Leicester leads in 3 of 4 categories where both have data (TEF, courses, scholarship). Plymouth Marjon University is ahead on established.

Plymouth Marjon University vs University of Leicester at a glance

Plymouth Marjon University and University of Leicester both teach 7 subject areas, the largest being Sociology & Criminology, Media & Film Studies and Psychology (General). Plymouth Marjon University offers 48 courses across 18 subject areas; University of Leicester offers 351 courses across 72 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,200 a year at Plymouth Marjon University and £25,100 at University of Leicester: Plymouth Marjon University is about £9,900 a year cheaper.

Of the 2 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Leicester is higher in 2 and Plymouth Marjon University in 0. The widest gap is in Sociology & Criminology: £16,500 three years after graduating from Plymouth Marjon University, against £24,000 from University of Leicester. Of the 5 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Plymouth Marjon University is higher in 3 and University of Leicester in 2.

World & National Rankings

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

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QS World
#314
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THE World
#192
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Guardian UK
#30
1840
Established
1921
No
Russell Group
No
Silver
TEF Rating
Gold

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Plymouth Marjon University

University of Leicester

No data
86.2%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£35,400

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
79%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
19.3%

International

International student share

48
351

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

1
28

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

    Leicester

    81 countries · 19.3% international

    • 🇮🇳India36.3%
    • 🇨🇦Canada14.8%
    • 🇨🇳China9.4%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria5.9%
    • 🇦🇪United Arab Emirates1.9%

    Subjects

    7 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

    University of Leicester

    Only at Plymouth Marjon University

    Only at University of Leicester

    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
    University of Leicester
    £25,100

    Plymouth Marjon University is about £9,900 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

    University of Leicester

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £16,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
      93%Satisfaction82%

    • Psychology (General)

      No dataSalary (3 years)£23,500
      90%Satisfaction82%

    • Journalism

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£25,000
      94%Satisfaction65%

    • Applied Psychology

      No dataSalary (3 years)£23,500
      90%Satisfaction93%

    • Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation

      No dataSalary (3 years)£29,000
      87%Satisfaction96%

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    Plymouth Marjon University

    Marjon Sport Performance Scholarships

    £4,000

    Deadline: N/A

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    University of Leicester

    International Undergraduate Tuition Fee Waiver

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    ULSB International Deans Scholarship

    £8,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Leicester-King Power Thai Scholarship

    £5,000

    Deadline: N/A

    International Postgraduate Taught Merit Scholarship

    £5,000

    Deadline: N/A

    International Undergraduate Merit Scholarship

    £5,000

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    Plymouth Marjon University vs University of Leicester: common questions

    Is Plymouth Marjon University or University of Leicester cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,200 a year at Plymouth Marjon University and £25,100 at University of Leicester: Plymouth Marjon University is about £9,900 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 University of Leicester?

    Both universities teach 7 subject areas: Sociology & Criminology, Media & Film Studies, Psychology (General), Journalism, Applied Psychology, Forensic Science and Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation.

    Is Plymouth Marjon University or University of Leicester better for Sociology & Criminology?

    Sociology & Criminology graduates earn a median £16,500 three years after graduating from Plymouth Marjon University, and £24,000 from University of Leicester. Student satisfaction with teaching is 93% at Plymouth Marjon University and 82% at University of Leicester. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Plymouth Marjon University or University of Leicester offer more courses?

    University of Leicester lists 351 courses on CourseOptions and Plymouth Marjon University lists 48 courses.

    What can you study at Plymouth Marjon University but not at University of Leicester?

    Plymouth Marjon University teaches 11 subject areas that University of Leicester does not, including Sport & Exercise Sciences, Drama & Theatre, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Teacher Training, Education Studies, Nursing (General), Personal & Professional Development, Social Work and 3 more.

    What can you study at University of Leicester but not at Plymouth Marjon University?

    University of Leicester teaches 65 subject areas that Plymouth Marjon University does not, including Biological Sciences (General), Law, Computer Science, Business & Management (General), Politics & International Relations, Childhood & Youth Studies, History, Mathematics and 57 more.

    Ready to explore courses?

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

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    Plymouth Marjon University48 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses
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    University of Leicester351 courses · 28 scholarshipsBrowse Courses