University card

As a member of staff, a student or an associate of the University or our Partner Colleges, you'll be issued with a University card
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As a member of staff, a student or an associate of the University or our Partner Colleges, you'll be issued with a University card allowing you:
  • access to library facilities including borrowing, printing and photocopying
  • entrance to University buildings/rooms as appropriate (additional areas must be authorised)
  • proof of eligibility for joining our recreation services.
As well as issuing your University card, the Card Office also provides the following services:
  • access – card and keys
  • student lockers
  • staff parking permits
  • disabled student parking.
 

Students

If you're a student, you'll need your card to:
  • hand in coursework
  • register attendance
  • proof of ID for exams
  • hire necessary equipment from your faculty.

Staff

If you're a member of staff, your card can allow you access to:

Associate

If you are an Associate/Visitor/Honorary member with the University, you may complete an Associate University Card request form.*
*This application must be authorised by a designated person. Please contact the Card Office for further information.
 

Getting your first card

As a new student you should upload a photo as soon as you've enrolled. Please refer to your academic induction programme for details of where and when you can collect your University card from your faculty teams.
Your University card will remain valid for the duration of your studies at the University of Plymouth.
New staff should upload a jpg photo following the photo upload link for their card to be produced.

Replacement cards

Inform the Card Office immediately by completing the lost card form if your card is lost. Replacements must be purchased using the eStore facility.
Please note a fee of £7.50 will be charged for lost cards and is non-refundable.
Stolen cards
If you have a police crime reference number and proof of ID, you can request a card replacement free of charge by completing a stolen card form.
Damaged or faulty cards
To have your card replaced free of charge, please contact the Card Office to arrange a time to attend an appointment, then bring your damaged or faulty card to your appointment.
 
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