Short-term study programme (study abroad)
Study for a semester or year abroad and combine subject modules from a range of humanities and performing arts programmes with English language

Study a semester or year at the University of Plymouth and combine subject modules from a range of humanities and performing arts programmes with English language modules. You can combine modules from art history, history, English and creative writing as well as theatre and performance. In addition you can mix and match these with modules offered by the English Language Centre to improve your academic English.
These modules generally have no prerequisites apart from English language skills (IELTS score of 6 required for all subjects- 6.5 for English/English and creative writing major/minor).
We can also offer a year-long immersive music programme for students who study music at home and are proficient in music skills. We also offer an immersive theatre/performing arts/dance year abroad for those who study one of these programmes at their home university.
Pre-sessional English language modules and courses are available. We can arrange your accommodation.
Semester-long programme
In our semester-long programme, you can choose to study the equivalent of up to 60 UK credits (12 US credits), which normally equates to three modules. If you need further credits, please contact us to discuss your requirements.
Year-long programme
In our year-long programme, you can choose to study the equivalent of up to 120 UK credits (24 US credits), which normally equates to six modules. If you need further credits, please contact us to discuss your requirements.
Summer schools
The University also offers summer schools. Enjoy a mixture of academic adventures and social activities on our University summer school: the perfect way to visit Plymouth and to get your first taste of university life in the UK.
For more information or an application form to secure your place on a summer school, please email summerschool@plymouth.ac.uk.
To browse the available modules and make your selections, you will need to follow the steps below.
Part time (per 10 credits) | Home/EU/Islands* | International** |
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Undergraduate (classroom based) | £770 | £1,083 |
Please note that full-time study consists of 60 credits per semester.
Complete the application form and submit via email to HPAYearAbroad@plymouth.ac.uk.
Please email HPAYearAbroad@plymouth.ac.uk with any questions you may have, to inquire about available modules, or to submit your application form.
Autumn
Prerequisites: must study history or related subject at home (history, art history, English, politics, international relations etc) especially for Level 6 options (for level 5 we will consider the application).
Autumn
‘A la carte’ - open to everyone:
‘Modules with pre-requisites’ - modules which require previous training in the field:
Students have to come for the full year and must only take music modules. Must do a music course at home institution and/or be proficient in music skills.
Autumn
Enjoy a mixture of academic adventures and social activities on our University summer school: the perfect way to visit Plymouth and to get your first taste of university life in the UK.
Improve your conversational English, make new friends from around the world, and enjoy our beautiful waterside city with trips and activities to show you the very best of Plymouth and the UK.
From history to robotics and business to creative writing there's plenty to choose from.
Courses to help develop your academic English language skills.More information about the English language centre