The university of pioneers, advancing knowledge and transforming lives
Can Earth still support us?
What lies ahead for humankind?

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3 Queen's Anniversary Prizes, most recently for our leading work in microplastics
1st in world for marine, 23rd in world for sustainable development (THE Impact Rankings 2021)
UK top 25 for teaching quality (The Times and The Sunday Times 2021)
World top 25% for research citations (World University Rankings 2021)
Over 95% of our graduates are working or due to start employment or further study fifteen months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes Survey)*
We are committed to developing solutions to the planet's most challenging issues
Our diverse research spans three Strategic Institutes. Collaborative endeavour in rich, natural environments drives solutions to global challenges.
Marine Institute
Marine, maritime, education and innovation expertise integrates to train scientists, engineers, policymakers, artists, technicians and business.
Plymouth Institute of Health and Care Research
Transformations in life course, ageing, methodologies, e-health, technology and interventions in health, social care, lifestyle, health and wellbeing.
Sustainable Earth Institute
Science, engineering, arts, humanities, health and business, with community, businesses and individuals, innovate to build resilience for our planet.
What is holding us back from solutions? What key science and innovation is needed to tackle this global environmental challenge?
Provoking dialogue to connect policy and academia in tackling issues facing those on the periphery
The importance of collaboration with arts, humanities and social sciences in tackling global challenges
Rethink how you approach complex research challenges
Ensuring resilience in the face of growing demands on health services