Plymouth Award

Shining a light on the contributions you make to the University and community during your time at Plymouth

What is the Plymouth Award?

Plymouth Award

Current deadline is 26th April 2019.

Please ensure work is in by this date. No late submissions will be counted.

Revised award is still work in progress. Keep checking back for further updates for the new academic year!


Student voice

“The Plymouth Award gave me the opportunity to receive recognition for my extracurricular activities while at university. It also gave me the opportunity to take a cathartic reflection on my time at university, which was invaluable for me to realise that I have gained in confidence, that teaching as a career was a possibility for me. Without it I would be still searching for a career, with no idea which route to take.”

Bridget Phillips, BSc (Hons) Sociology Year 3

Your Higher Education Achievement Report

Every year, as thousands of our students graduate on Plymouth Hoe, they receive degree certificates which record the academic successes amassed during their studies at the University of Plymouth. But many of our graduates do much outside the classroom which could go unrecorded. Your Higher Education Achievement Report (HEAR) will recognise and record any extra-curricular activities which are formally recognised by the University – for example being a Student Ambassador.

Learn more about your HEAR

Plymouth Compass

A framework of 'future-facing' attributes that will help you navigate your whole university experience in both your taught curriculum and your extra-curricular activities.
Learn how the Plymouth Compass guides you

Plymouth Extra: a catalogue of extra-curricular activities to enhance your graduate attributes

From learning a new language to making a difference within the community, there are nearly 250 activities available, with countless ways to get involved and enhance your employability skills.
Get involved, meet new people and enhance your skills