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Plymouth Marjon University

Plymouth

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University of Stirling

Stirling · QS World #560

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

Stirling

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

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

Plymouth Marjon University vs University of Stirling at a glance

Plymouth Marjon University and University of Stirling both teach 11 subject areas, the largest being Sport & Exercise Sciences, Psychology (General) and Sociology & Criminology. Plymouth Marjon University offers 48 courses across 18 subject areas; University of Stirling offers 254 courses across 60 subject areas.

Of the 5 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Stirling is higher in 5 and Plymouth Marjon University in 0. The widest gap is in Social Work: £16,500 three years after graduating from Plymouth Marjon University, against £32,500 from University of Stirling. Of the 7 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Plymouth Marjon University is higher in 6 and University of Stirling in 0, 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
#560
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THE World
#501
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Guardian UK
#50
1840
Established
1967
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 Stirling

No data
85%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£31,000

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
80.5%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
18.4%

International

International student share

48
254

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

    Stirling

    75 countries · 18.4% international

    • 🇮🇳India17.1%
    • 🇵🇰Pakistan15%
    • 🇺🇸United States13.6%
    • 🇨🇳China7.6%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria5.8%

    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

    University of Stirling

    Only at Plymouth Marjon University

    Only at University of Stirling

    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 Stirling
    No data

    We do not have reliable international fee data for University of Stirling 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 Stirling

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
      90%Satisfaction84%

    • Psychology (General)

      No dataSalary (3 years)£21,000
      90%Satisfaction87%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £16,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
      93%Satisfaction86%

    • Teacher Training

      £25,000Salary (3 years)£32,000
      98%Satisfaction72%

    • Journalism

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
      94%Satisfaction92%

    • Education Studies

      £16,500Salary (3 years)No data
      88%Satisfaction69%

    • Social Work

      £16,500Salary (3 years)£32,500
      92%Satisfaction92%

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    Plymouth Marjon University

    Marjon Sport Performance Scholarships

    £4,000

    Deadline: N/A

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    University of Stirling

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    FAQ

    Plymouth Marjon University vs University of Stirling: common questions

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

    Both universities teach 11 subject areas: Sport & Exercise Sciences, Psychology (General), Sociology & Criminology, Media & Film Studies, Teacher Training, Journalism, Education Studies, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Social Work, Applied Psychology and Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation.

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

    Sport & Exercise Sciences graduates earn a median £21,000 three years after graduating from Plymouth Marjon University, and £22,500 from University of Stirling. Student satisfaction with teaching is 90% at Plymouth Marjon University and 84% at University of Stirling. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

    University of Stirling lists 254 courses on CourseOptions and Plymouth Marjon University lists 48 courses.

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

    Plymouth Marjon University teaches 7 subject areas that University of Stirling does not, including Drama & Theatre, Nursing (General), Personal & Professional Development, Complementary & Alternative Medicine, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Forensic Science and Performing Arts (General).

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

    University of Stirling teaches 49 subject areas that Plymouth Marjon University does not, including Business Studies, Politics & International Relations, Accounting, History, Law, English Studies, French, Mathematics and 41 more.

    Ready to explore courses?

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    Plymouth Marjon University48 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses
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    University of Stirling254 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses