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Plymouth Marjon University

Plymouth

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University of South Wales

Pontypridd · QS World #1201

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.

1/3

Plymouth Marjon

scored higher in 1 category

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2/3

South Wales

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

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

Plymouth Marjon University vs University of South Wales at a glance

Plymouth Marjon University and University of South Wales both teach 15 subject areas, the largest being Sport & Exercise Sciences, Psychology (General) and Nursing (General). Plymouth Marjon University offers 48 courses across 18 subject areas; University of South Wales offers 331 courses across 63 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,200 a year at Plymouth Marjon University and £16,200 at University of South Wales: Plymouth Marjon University is about £1,000 a year cheaper.

Of the 6 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of South Wales is higher in 3 and Plymouth Marjon University in 0, with 3 about level. The widest gap is in Social Work: £16,500 three years after graduating from Plymouth Marjon University, against £32,500 from University of South Wales. Of the 12 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Plymouth Marjon University is higher in 8 and University of South Wales in 3, 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
#1201
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THE World
#1201
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Guardian UK
#83
1840
Established
1913
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

University of South Wales

No data
86.7%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£27,400

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
84.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
22%

International

International student share

48
331

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

1
23

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

    South Wales

    71 countries · 22% international

    • 🇳🇬Nigeria17.6%
    • 🇧🇩Bangladesh16.6%
    • 🇮🇳India16.1%
    • 🇵🇰Pakistan15.7%
    • 🌐Sri Lanka6.6%

    Subjects

    15 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 South Wales

    Only at Plymouth Marjon University

    Only at University of South Wales

    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 South Wales
    £16,200

    Plymouth Marjon University is about £1,000 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Plymouth Marjon University
    No data
    University of South Wales
    £17,900

    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 South Wales

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
      90%Satisfaction87%

    • Psychology (General)

      No dataSalary (3 years)£19,500
      90%Satisfaction90%

    • Nursing (General)

      No dataSalary (3 years)£34,500
      91%Satisfaction83%

    • Teacher Training

      £25,000Salary (3 years)£25,000
      98%Satisfaction97%

    • Counselling & Psychotherapy

      No dataSalary (3 years)£22,500
      96%Satisfaction98%

    • Education Studies

      £16,500Salary (3 years)£18,500
      88%Satisfaction92%

    • Forensic Science

      No dataSalary (3 years)£23,500
      79%Satisfaction85%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £16,500Salary (3 years)£20,500
      93%Satisfaction83%

    • Journalism

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£19,500
      94%Satisfaction80%

    • Social Work

      £16,500Salary (3 years)£32,500
      92%Satisfaction89%

    • Complementary & Alternative Medicine

      No dataSalary (3 years)£22,500
      79%Satisfaction76%

    • Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation

      No dataSalary (3 years)£22,500
      87%Satisfaction76%

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    Plymouth Marjon University

    Marjon Sport Performance Scholarships

    £4,000

    Deadline: N/A

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    University of South Wales

    USW Postgraduate Refugee Sanctuary Scheme

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    USW Postgraduate Sanctuary Scholarship 2026/2027

    100%

    Deadline: Jul 2026

    USW Postgraduate Sanctuary Scholarship 2027/2028

    100%

    Deadline: Jul 2027

    USW Refugee Sanctuary Scheme

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    Undergraduate Sanctuary Scholarship 2026/2027

    100%

    Deadline: Jul 2026

    View all scholarships →

    FAQ

    Plymouth Marjon University vs University of South Wales: common questions

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

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,200 a year at Plymouth Marjon University and £16,200 at University of South Wales: Plymouth Marjon University is about £1,000 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 South Wales?

    Both universities teach 15 subject areas: Sport & Exercise Sciences, Psychology (General), Nursing (General), Teacher Training, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Drama & Theatre, Education Studies, Forensic Science, Media & Film Studies, Sociology & Criminology, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Journalism and 3 more.

    Is Plymouth Marjon University or University of South Wales better for Sport & Exercise Sciences?

    Sport & Exercise Sciences graduates earn a median £21,000 three years after graduating from Plymouth Marjon University, and £21,000 from University of South Wales. Student satisfaction with teaching is 90% at Plymouth Marjon University and 87% at University of South Wales. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

    University of South Wales lists 331 courses on CourseOptions and Plymouth Marjon University lists 48 courses.

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

    Plymouth Marjon University teaches 3 subject areas that University of South Wales does not, including Personal & Professional Development, Applied Psychology and Performing Arts (General).

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

    University of South Wales teaches 48 subject areas that Plymouth Marjon University does not, including Healthcare Science, Business & Management (General), Law, Aerospace Engineering, Building & Construction, Design & Fashion, Film Production & Cinematography, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science and 40 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 South Wales331 courses · 23 scholarshipsBrowse Courses