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Postgraduate study opportunities
Taught masters programmes
The experience is most comparable to undergraduate level where teaching is delivered through lectures, practical sessions and seminars
Research degrees
Through expert training and supervision, these degrees have an emphasis on research and set you up with essential skills for a research career
Professional development courses
Opportunities for employees to become better practitioners with improved career prospects, and for employers to develop their staff with new professional skills
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Applications for taught postgraduate programmes
Our Postgraduate Admissions and Enquiries team are on hand to offer help and can put you in touch with the appropriate faculty if you wish to discuss any programme in detail.
If you are a current student at Plymouth, depending on your programme, you may not need to apply through the normal route. Talk to our admissions team about fast tracking your masters.
+44(0)1752 585858
admissions@plymouth.ac.uk
Research degree applications
The
Doctoral College is available to answer any queries on our postgraduate research degrees.
+44(0)1752 587640
research.degree.admissions@plymouth.ac.uk
Studying with an impairment, health condition or disability
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International students
Students from over 100 countries currently study with us, attracted to Plymouth by our reputation for teaching and research as well as the opportunity to experience one of the UK’s most beautiful regions.
Whether you are looking to study a postgraduate degree, take part in a summer school, study as part of an exchange or extend your academic studies with a research degree, we'll help you at every step of your journey – from making your application, to settling in during and after your studies.
International student advice
International students – English language requirements
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English Language Centre
University of Plymouth International College (UPIC)
Applications for taught postgraduate programmes
Our Postgraduate Admissions and Enquiries team are on hand to offer help and can put you in touch with the appropriate faculty if you wish to discuss any programme in detail.
If you are a current student at Plymouth, depending on your programme, you may not need to apply through the normal route. Talk to our admissions team about fast tracking your masters.
+44(0)1752 585858
admissions@plymouth.ac.uk
Research degree applications
The
+44(0)1752 587640
research.degree.admissions@plymouth.ac.uk
Studying with an impairment, health condition or disability
If you have an impairment, health condition or disability, learn about the
International students
Students from over 100 countries currently study with us, attracted to Plymouth by our reputation for teaching and research as well as the opportunity to experience one of the UK’s most beautiful regions.
Whether you are looking to study a postgraduate degree, take part in a summer school, study as part of an exchange or extend your academic studies with a research degree, we'll help you at every step of your journey – from making your application, to settling in during and after your studies.
Find support through the
University of Plymouth International College (UPIC)
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TEF gold across all three categories
Teaching Excellence Framework 2023
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UK Top 10 for life below water and top 5 for zero hunger
Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2023
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Second carbon-neutral university in the UK
Verified to PAS 2060 standard (2023)
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3 Queen’s Anniversary Prizes
Our most recent award was for leading work in microplastics
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High rate of graduate employment
Over 96% of postgraduates are working or studying 15 months after graduating*