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Plymouth Marjon University

Plymouth

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University of Plymouth

Plymouth · QS World #691

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.

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Plymouth Marjon

scored higher in 1 category

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3/4

Plymouth

scored higher in 3 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Plymouth 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 Plymouth at a glance

Plymouth Marjon University and University of Plymouth both teach 12 subject areas, the largest being Psychology (General), Hospitality, Events & Tourism and Sociology & Criminology. Plymouth Marjon University offers 48 courses across 18 subject areas; University of Plymouth offers 310 courses across 78 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,200 a year at Plymouth Marjon University and £19,200 at University of Plymouth: Plymouth Marjon University is about £4,000 a year cheaper.

Of the 3 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Plymouth is higher in 3 and Plymouth Marjon University in 0. The widest gap is in Social Work: £16,500 three years after graduating from Plymouth Marjon University, against £29,000 from University of Plymouth. Of the 8 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Plymouth Marjon University is higher in 5 and University of Plymouth in 3.

World & National Rankings

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

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QS World
#691
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THE World
#501
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Guardian UK
#56
1840
Established
1862
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 Plymouth

No data
86.6%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£30,300

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
84.2%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
11.9%

International

International student share

48
310

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

1
10

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

    Plymouth

    71 countries · 11.9% international

    • 🇳🇬Nigeria14.6%
    • 🇨🇳China12.2%
    • 🇮🇳India11%
    • 🇭🇰Hong Kong4.7%
    • 🌐Sri Lanka3.3%

    Subjects

    12 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 Plymouth

    Only at Plymouth Marjon University

    Only at University of Plymouth

    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 Plymouth
    £19,200

    Plymouth Marjon University is about £4,000 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Plymouth Marjon University
    No data
    University of Plymouth
    £19,500

    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.

    Plymouth Marjon University

    University of Plymouth

    • Psychology (General)

      No dataSalary (3 years)£21,500
      90%Satisfaction84%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £16,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
      93%Satisfaction83%

    • Counselling & Psychotherapy

      No dataSalary (3 years)£26,000
      96%Satisfaction91%

    • Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation

      No dataSalary (3 years)£27,500
      87%Satisfaction92%

    • Education Studies

      £16,500Salary (3 years)£19,500
      88%Satisfaction94%

    • Complementary & Alternative Medicine

      No dataSalary (3 years)£28,000
      79%Satisfaction89%

    • Nursing (General)

      No dataSalary (3 years)£28,000
      91%Satisfaction87%

    • Social Work

      £16,500Salary (3 years)£29,000
      92%Satisfaction80%

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    Plymouth Marjon University

    Marjon Sport Performance Scholarships

    £4,000

    Deadline: N/A

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    University of Plymouth

    GREAT Scholarships

    £10,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Sanctuary Scholarships

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    International Undergraduate Welcome to Plymouth Scholarship

    £6,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Tamar Engineering Project

    £4,500

    Deadline: Jun 2026

    International Postgraduate Welcome to Plymouth Scholarship

    £4,000

    Deadline: N/A

    View all scholarships →

    FAQ

    Plymouth Marjon University vs University of Plymouth: common questions

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

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,200 a year at Plymouth Marjon University and £19,200 at University of Plymouth: Plymouth Marjon University is about £4,000 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 Plymouth?

    Both universities teach 12 subject areas: Psychology (General), Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Sociology & Criminology, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Drama & Theatre, Education Studies, Complementary & Alternative Medicine, Nursing (General), Social Work, Applied Psychology and Media & Film Studies.

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

    Sociology & Criminology graduates earn a median £16,500 three years after graduating from Plymouth Marjon University, and £22,500 from University of Plymouth. Student satisfaction with teaching is 93% at Plymouth Marjon University and 83% at University of Plymouth. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

    University of Plymouth lists 310 courses on CourseOptions and Plymouth Marjon University lists 48 courses.

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

    Plymouth Marjon University teaches 6 subject areas that University of Plymouth does not, including Sport & Exercise Sciences, Teacher Training, Journalism, Personal & Professional Development, Forensic Science and Performing Arts (General).

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

    University of Plymouth teaches 66 subject areas that Plymouth Marjon University does not, including Geology & Earth Sciences, Business & Management (General), Design & Fashion, Law, Biomedical Sciences, Civil Engineering, Ecology & Conservation, Electronic & Electrical Engineering and 58 more.

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    Plymouth Marjon University48 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses
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    University of Plymouth310 courses · 10 scholarshipsBrowse Courses