Tuition fees FAQs

Let us guide you through the various funding options available to you
Students look out over the Barbican

Tuition fees FAQs

Let us guide you through the various funding options available to you

Find answers to some of the most frequently asked questions regarding the various funding options with our tuition fee FAQs.

If you’re planning to cover your fees using a combination of methods, you’ll need to check the details for each and ensure you’ve followed the processes and requirements outlined.

Which path are you taking?

 
 
 

General FAQs (for all paths)

How much are my fees?
The tuition fee specific to a course or programme is shown in the "Fees, costs and funding" section of each undergraduate course and taught postgraduate programme web page each academic year. 
Search for your course, where tuition fees for postgraduate research students can be found on the course page.

How do I calculate my part-time fee?
If you are an undergraduate or postgraduate taught student you will only be charged for the modules you undertake each academic year as agreed with your faculty. Each module attracts a specific number of credits and fees are calculated for each ten credits you undertake. 
Please bear in mind that the underlying ten credit fee tariff can vary in each academic year during your study. To find out the amount charged per ten credits for your programme, please refer to the "Fees, costs and funding" section of your course web page. 

When are the fee payment dates?
2026/2027 payment dates
If it is not possible for you to pay your tuition fee in full on enrolment as per our standard terms, you are able to pay over three instalments as outlined below.
For those programmes commencing between September and December:
  • 33% to be paid by 06th November 2026
  • 33% to be paid by 05th February 2027
  • 34% to be paid by 07th May 2027
For those programmes commencing between January and March:
  • 33% to be paid by 05th March 2027
  • 33% to be paid by 04th June 2027
  • 34% to be paid by 03rd September 2027
For those programmes commencing between April and July:
  • 33% to be paid by 04th June 2027
  • 33% to be paid by 03rd September 2027
  • 34% to be paid by 03rd December 2027
For any questions or queries regarding the payment deadlines for the academic year 2026/2027, please contact the Student Accounts Team by email: studentaccountsteam@plymouth.ac.uk.

How do I request a receipt for payment of my tuition fees?
A receipt for your payment will be emailed directly to the email address submitted during the payment process via the e-payment portal. 
Please check your SPAM folder. If you still require assistance, please contact the Student Accounts Team by email: studentaccountsteam@plymouth.ac.uk.

My fee is incorrect - what do I do?
If you believe your tuition fees have been incorrectly calculated, please contact the Student Accounts Team in the first instance by email: studentaccountsteam@plymouth.ac.uk. Please include as much information as possible to support your case and enable the team to fully investigate for you (full name, student ID, course, modules undertaken etc.).

Am I eligible for Alumni Discount?
If you are a Home student and studied your full undergraduate degree at University of Plymouth, you may be eligible for a discount towards postgraduate studies with us.

I think I may have overpaid my tuition fees. Who should I contact?
Please contact the Student Accounts Team by email: studentaccountsteam@plymouth.ac.uk.

I am experiencing financial difficulties and cannot pay my fees. Who should I contact?
Home undergraduate:
In the first instance please contact the Student Accounts Team by email: studentaccountsteam@plymouth.ac.uk.
Home postgraduate:
For information on home postgraduate funding, please refer to our undergraduate scholarships for international students page.
International undergraduate:
For information on international undergraduate funding, please refer to our funding for postgraduate research students page.
International postgraduate:
For information on international postgraduate funding, please refer to our scholarships for international students page.

What happens if I do not pay my fees?
Please refer to our fees policy, reference "non-payment of tuition fees".

I need help with my Student Loans Company funding
You can visit the Student Union Advice Centre (either in person on campus or via upsu.com) who can help you with understanding your eligibility and help communicate with the Student Loans Company. 
Alternatively please email them: advice@su.plymouth.ac.uk. You can also email the Student Accounts Team: studentaccountsteam@plymouth.ac.uk.

I need help to confirm my attendance for the Student Loans Company
There are two kinds of ‘confirmation of attendance’: one is required at the start of the year which upon receipt allows Student Loans Company to release payment of maintenance loans and grants into your specified bank account. If it is for this reason that you need your attendance confirming, you will need to email studentservices@plymouth.ac.uk.
The second is where the University has to confirm you are in attendance each term, upon receipt of this Student Loans Company will release the relevant instalment of your tuition fee. If it is for this reason that you need your attendance confirming, please email the Student Accounts Team at studentaccountsteam@plymouth.ac.uk.

I am thinking of withdrawing/interrupting my studies, how does this affect my tuition fee and tuition fee loan?
The University will apply its policy on tuition fees payable by students who interrupt or withdraw from their studies. 
If you wish to interrupt or withdraw you MUST advise your faculty office by submitting the correct documentation. They will be able to go through this with you and discuss your options.
 
 
 
 
 

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