Why study at postgraduate level in Plymouth?

There are many reasons why the University of Plymouth should be on your radar if you want to take your learning further
Why study at postgraduate level in Plymouth?

Postgraduate study can create rewarding experiences and kick-start a successful career. Could taking the leap and committing to postgraduate-level study help you achieve your ambitions?

See for yourself
Find answers to your questions and discuss your postgraduate options with staff at our next postgraduate open evening.

Hear from students
Gain perspective by chatting directly with current students through Unibuddy.

Tuition fee discount for University of Plymouth graduates

If you studied your undergraduate degree at Plymouth, you may be eligible for a fee discount if you complete your postgraduate studies here as well.
10% or 20% discount on tuition fees for home students 
£2,000 discount on tuition fees for international students 
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Reasons to consider postgraduate study

Enhance your employability Enhance your employability
 Masters degrees in the UK are highly regarded by employers and will allow you to stand out in an increasingly competitive job market. Holding a masters-level qualification can evidence specialist knowledge and a strong determination to learn.

Earn nearly 20% more with a masters Earn nearly 20% more with a masters
 The Department for Education reports in the 2021 Graduate Labour Market Statistics that working-age postgraduates had an average salary of £42,000 in 2021, compared with £36,000 for working-age undergraduates (Graduate Labour Market Statistics 2021).

Progress in your current career Progress in your current career
 Increasing your specialist knowledge or consolidating your existing knowledge is a great way to improve your career opportunities.

Develop expertise and gain transferable skills Develop expertise and gain transferable skills
 Work alongside and network with experts in your field as your knowledge grows. A masters degree can give you a greater understanding of valued workplace skills and set you apart when applying for jobs.

Work-life flexibility Work-life flexibility
 Strike a healthy balance between postgraduate study, work and personal life. We are passionate about encouraging a culture of balance so many of our postgraduate programmes have part-time study opportunities, and some have a January start option.

Opportunity to change direction Opportunity to change direction
 Postgraduate study is the perfect way for you to leap into a career change. Our conversion programmes give you the chance to branch away from the subject you studied at undergraduate level or the professional career you have grown tired of.

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Why stay in Plymouth?

  
  • Your loyalty is rewarded
    Benefit from our discount for University of Plymouth graduates. 
     
  • Progression from undergraduate degrees
    Many of our postgraduate programmes are specifically designed to support academic progression from our undergraduate courses. Study core subjects at a higher level, start to specialise within an academic fields, or choose to change direction through a conversion programme. 
     
  • Stay part of the community
    Continue your education at the University of Plymouth and make the most of established supportive relationships with academic experts and services.
     
  • Keep your routine
    If you've made your home in Plymouth, staying here allows you keep studying while keeping the work-life balance that you've already established.

Why come to Plymouth if you’ve studied elsewhere?

  • Move to a unique location
    In one of the UK’s most beautiful regions, Plymouth is a thriving coastal city. Life in Plymouth might be a world away from what you’re used to and could be the change you need to take your next steps.

  • Join a modern university with a growing reputation
    Our status as a top 5 UK modern university* reflects our high-quality learning environment and growing research influence.

  • World-leading facilities
    We’re always evolving our campus to make sure students have access to the highest quality equipment and cutting-edge teaching spaces. Study at Plymouth and benefit from expert facilities to help you grow within your academic field.

  • Help us to influence change
    We’re proud to have won awards for our eco-initiatives and have established ourselves as a leading university for sustainability. In 2019, our third Queens Anniversary Prize was awarded for ground-breaking research and policy impact on ocean microplastics.

Student view

“I was initially really worried about doing a masters alongside working full time and, although it can seem daunting at times, the hours are really manageable and the academics have been really understanding.” “I was initially really worried about doing a masters alongside working full time and, although it can seem daunting at times, the hours are really manageable and the academics have been really understanding.”
 Leonie, MA Environmental Humanities student

“Plymouth is a growing economy and more and more graduates are staying in the city. I took many of my undergraduate friendships and networks into postgraduate study.” “Plymouth is a growing economy and more and more graduates are staying in the city. I took many of my undergraduate friendships and networks into postgraduate study.”
 Georgia, MRes Art History graduate

“Different people choose to study a masters for a variety of reasons. For me, it was academic progression along with my passion to explore a subject area further.” “Different people choose to study a masters for a variety of reasons. For me, it was academic progression along with my passion to explore a subject area further.”
 Sumalka, PhD Business with Management student