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Plymouth Marjon University

Plymouth

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University of the West of Scotland

Paisley · Guardian UK #115

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

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1/3

West of Scotland

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

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

Plymouth Marjon University vs University of the West of Scotland at a glance

Plymouth Marjon University and University of the West of Scotland both teach 12 subject areas, the largest being Sport & Exercise Sciences, Teacher Training and Applied Psychology. Plymouth Marjon University offers 48 courses across 18 subject areas; University of the West of Scotland offers 119 courses across 49 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,200 a year at Plymouth Marjon University and £15,500 at University of the West of Scotland: Plymouth Marjon University is about £300 a year cheaper.

Of the 5 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of the West of Scotland is higher in 3 and Plymouth Marjon University in 0, with 2 about level. The widest gap is in Social Work: £16,500 three years after graduating from Plymouth Marjon University, against £30,500 from University of the West of Scotland. Of the 6 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Plymouth Marjon University is higher in 3 and University of the West of Scotland in 3.

World & National Rankings

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

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QS World
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THE World
#601
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Guardian UK
#115
1840
Established
1897
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 the West of Scotland

No data
89%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£31,134.9

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
81.8%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
30.3%

International

International student share

48
119

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

    West of Scotland

    33 countries · 30.3% international

    • 🇵🇰Pakistan36.2%
    • 🌐Nepal20.4%
    • 🇮🇳India19.3%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria7.4%
    • 🇧🇩Bangladesh5.3%

    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 the West of Scotland

    Only at Plymouth Marjon University

    Only at University of the West of Scotland

    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 the West of Scotland
    £15,500

    Plymouth Marjon University is about £300 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Plymouth Marjon University
    No data
    University of the West of Scotland
    £16,280

    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 the West of Scotland

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
      90%Satisfaction91%

    • Teacher Training

      £25,000Salary (3 years)£32,000
      98%Satisfaction94%

    • Social Work

      £16,500Salary (3 years)£30,500
      92%Satisfaction88%

    • Journalism

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£19,500
      94%Satisfaction87%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £16,500Salary (3 years)£23,000
      93%SatisfactionNo data

    • Education Studies

      £16,500Salary (3 years)No data
      88%Satisfaction96%

    • Forensic Science

      No dataSalary (3 years)£23,000
      79%Satisfaction95%

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    Plymouth Marjon University

    Marjon Sport Performance Scholarships

    £4,000

    Deadline: N/A

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    University of the West of Scotland

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    FAQ

    Plymouth Marjon University vs University of the West of Scotland: common questions

    Is Plymouth Marjon University or University of the West of Scotland cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,200 a year at Plymouth Marjon University and £15,500 at University of the West of Scotland: Plymouth Marjon University is about £300 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 the West of Scotland?

    Both universities teach 12 subject areas: Sport & Exercise Sciences, Teacher Training, Applied Psychology, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Social Work, Journalism, Sociology & Criminology, Education Studies, Media & Film Studies, Nursing (General), Forensic Science and Psychology (General).

    Is Plymouth Marjon University or University of the West of Scotland 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 the West of Scotland. Student satisfaction with teaching is 90% at Plymouth Marjon University and 91% at University of the West of Scotland. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Plymouth Marjon University or University of the West of Scotland offer more courses?

    University of the West of Scotland lists 119 courses on CourseOptions and Plymouth Marjon University lists 48 courses.

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

    Plymouth Marjon University teaches 6 subject areas that University of the West of Scotland does not, including Drama & Theatre, Personal & Professional Development, Complementary & Alternative Medicine, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Performing Arts (General) and Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation.

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

    University of the West of Scotland teaches 37 subject areas that Plymouth Marjon University does not, including Business Studies, Applied Computing, Business Information Systems, Chemistry, Computing & IT, General Engineering, Accounting, Childhood & Youth Studies and 29 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 the West of Scotland119 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses