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Plymouth Marjon University

Plymouth

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Wrexham University

Wrexham · Guardian UK #110

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

Wrexham

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

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

Plymouth Marjon University vs Wrexham University at a glance

Plymouth Marjon University and Wrexham University both teach 11 subject areas, the largest being Sport & Exercise Sciences, Social Work and Education Studies. Plymouth Marjon University offers 48 courses across 18 subject areas; Wrexham University offers 159 courses across 52 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,200 a year at Plymouth Marjon University and £12,750 at Wrexham University: Wrexham University is about £2,450 a year cheaper.

Of the 4 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Wrexham University is higher in 3 and Plymouth Marjon University in 1. The widest gap is in Social Work: £16,500 three years after graduating from Plymouth Marjon University, against £27,500 from Wrexham University. Of the 8 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Wrexham University is higher in 5 and Plymouth Marjon University 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
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Guardian UK
#110
1840
Established
1887
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

Wrexham University

No data
86.9%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£24,800

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
81.9%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
22.9%

International

International student share

48
159

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

    Wrexham

    19 countries · 22.9% international

    • 🇮🇳India66.8%
    • 🇩🇪Germany7.7%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria7.7%
    • 🇧🇩Bangladesh7.4%
    • 🇵🇰Pakistan1.8%

    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

    Wrexham University

    Only at Plymouth Marjon University

    Only at Wrexham University

    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
    Wrexham University
    £12,750

    Wrexham University is about £2,450 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Plymouth Marjon University
    No data
    Wrexham University
    £12,500

    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

    Wrexham University

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£20,500
      90%Satisfaction95%

    • Social Work

      £16,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
      92%Satisfaction91%

    • Education Studies

      £16,500Salary (3 years)£17,000
      88%Satisfaction95%

    • Counselling & Psychotherapy

      No dataSalary (3 years)£24,000
      96%Satisfaction91%

    • Forensic Science

      No dataSalary (3 years)£18,000
      79%Satisfaction80%

    • Psychology (General)

      No dataSalary (3 years)£15,500
      90%Satisfaction88%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £16,500Salary (3 years)£22,000
      93%Satisfaction96%

    • Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation

      No dataSalary (3 years)£19,500
      87%Satisfaction88%

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    Plymouth Marjon University

    Marjon Sport Performance Scholarships

    £4,000

    Deadline: N/A

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    Wrexham University

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    FAQ

    Plymouth Marjon University vs Wrexham University: common questions

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

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,200 a year at Plymouth Marjon University and £12,750 at Wrexham University: Wrexham University is about £2,450 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 Wrexham University?

    Both universities teach 11 subject areas: Sport & Exercise Sciences, Social Work, Education Studies, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Media & Film Studies, Forensic Science, Psychology (General), Sociology & Criminology, Teacher Training, Applied Psychology and Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation.

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

    Sport & Exercise Sciences graduates earn a median £21,000 three years after graduating from Plymouth Marjon University, and £20,500 from Wrexham University. Student satisfaction with teaching is 90% at Plymouth Marjon University and 95% at Wrexham University. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Plymouth Marjon University or Wrexham University offer more courses?

    Wrexham University lists 159 courses on CourseOptions and Plymouth Marjon University lists 48 courses.

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

    Plymouth Marjon University teaches 7 subject areas that Wrexham University does not, including Drama & Theatre, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Journalism, Nursing (General), Personal & Professional Development, Complementary & Alternative Medicine and Performing Arts (General).

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

    Wrexham University teaches 41 subject areas that Plymouth Marjon University does not, including Games Design & Computer Animation, Adult Nursing, Building & Construction, Film Production & Cinematography, Biomedical Sciences, Business & Management (General), Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Creative Arts (General) and 33 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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    Wrexham University159 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses