University of Plymouth
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The University of Plymouth is a vibrant and friendly university, with a strong record of excellence, enterprise and innovation across our teaching and research activities. We also have a well established reputation for the high quality of student support at postgraduate level.
Ranked in the top 50 research universities in the UK*. The results of the Research Assessment Exercise 2008 showed the majority of areas submitted by the university included world-leading research, achieving the highest rating possible, scoring 4 stars. Overall, 80% of the research was judged as being of international repute.
As the enterprise university, the University of Plymouth delivers outstanding economic, social and cultural return for business, the professions, the public sector and its wider community.
*Research Fortnight league table
Location
Unlike many other universities, our campus is based right in the heart of the city ensuring that you are never too far from the action. The campus forms part of the city centre and is only a few minutes' walk away from the pedestrianised shopping area and train station. In addition, Plymouth's spectacular waterfront, The Hoe and historic Barbican area are within walking distance of the campus.
Our students are already benefiting from over £100 million of recent investment in facilities. The campus has been redesigned and modernised, to create improved study and leisure amenities including:
- new fitness complex
- sailing and diving facilities
- refurbished science and engineering building
- new open-access computing facility
- new arts building
- new food technology and dietetics laboratory
- new nursery facilities
- extended library facilities with 24/7 access
- research facilities for health and medicine students
- Students' Union extension
- new purpose-built education studies building
- wireless technology across the campus.
Why study at postgraduate level?
After graduating with a postgraduate degree from the University of Plymouth, a number of different career opportunities will be opened up to you, increasing your likelihood of finding meaningful employment. The university has a higher than average employment rate for postgraduate students, 87% of our postgraduate students are employed within six months of completing their studies.
Your postgraduate study
Postgraduate opportunities at the university take a number of forms which include taught masters of research, professional doctorates and research degrees. We offer a wide range of postgraduate programmes that encompass professional development, research training and specialist knowledge. Programmes can be undertaken full-time, although some part-time and distance learning modes are also available.
Postgraduate taught degrees (MSc/MA/MRes)
Taught programmes lead to a masters degree qualification and are usually studied over one year, although part-time opportunities are available. Taught programmes offer flexible opportunities for learning vocational skills, provide advanced learning in a subject area and can set the foundation for further research. A wide range of masters degree programmes are available at the university, which reflect the diversity of disciplines and expertise of our academics.
Postgraduate research degrees (MPhil/PhD)
Research degrees are designed to equip graduates with the skills and methods necessary to carry out further research within a research environment, or to move into a range of other professional careers in academia or business. They are characterised by the requirement to undertake a substantive research project together with a taught skills element. Many of those who achieve a masters degree progress to this level of study. This incorporates PhDs, three to four years full-time and MPhils, two to three years full-time.
Support for postgraduate students
The Graduate School operates across the entire university and has an executive role in assuring quality and due process for postgraduate research degrees. It support includes:
- the provision of good facilities for learning access to scholarships, studentships and bursaries for research degrees, professional doctorates and taught masters programmes
- opportunities for research students to develop professional skills through a free comprehensive programme of generic skills workshops and study days
- assurance of the quality of our provision through codes of practice and feedback from research students
- social space in which to meet fellow postgraduates
- support from the Postgraduate Society through monthly exchange sessions.
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| Provider Features |
- Airport pickup and reception services
- Course and Career Counselling services
- Halal food
- International student clubs and associations
- On campus medical facilities
- On-campus accommodation
- Religious Facilities - combined facilities
- Social Activities
- Special English language
- Special enrolment and orientation
- Sporting facilities - Gym
- Sporting facilities - Team sports
- Sporting facilities - variety of clubs
- Temporary accommodation on arrival
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| Student Testimonials |
| Tanja Krizaj - MSc in Advanced Occupational Therapy
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I started to study at the University of Plymouth in 2005 as a postgraduate student on the MSc in Advanced Occupational Therapy course. It was a real challenge for me since I was a foreign student and English was not my first language. The thing that suited me most was that it was a distance learning course. As it would have been difficult for me to move from Slovenia at that time. I was pretty nervous when I had to go to the first study block, but everyone welcomed me with a lot of enthusiasm and positive thinking. I must say that throughout the whole study I had great support from my lecturers, tutors and other members of staff at the UoP. They were always prepared to give me guidance or discuss challenging issues about our study.
The programme gave me a new perspective on occupational therapy practice. I started to ask myself about the effectiveness of my work and about occupational therapy services in my country. It made me realise that to challenge one's own practice means to improve and to develop further. This led me to start my own private practice in occupational therapy and soon after I was offered the opportunity to start teaching occupational therapy in the College of Health Studies at the University of Ljubljana. I currently work as an assistant lecturer in the Occupational Therapy department and I really enjoy my work. Besides my professional development the programme has helped me grow personally as well. I became more self-confident, and outward looking, even beyond the border with Slovenia and I also improved my English.
All of this would not be possible without this MSc course and I certainly recommend the University of Plymouth to all of the coming students. |
| Saurabh Ghelani - MSc Network Systems Engineering
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Manager, Accenture Technology Consulting, The Netherlands
I chose to do a masters to gain a broader understanding of the latest network technologies as well as to develop my personal and professional skills. Coming to the UK was also an ideal opportunity to share knowledge and experiences with people from around the world.
After evaluating many courses the MSc Network Systems Engineering appealed to me most. As one of the fastest growing universities in the UK the University of Plymouth was an ideal choice with its excellent reputation for teaching, research and facilities along with a great location. I also really liked the open interaction between the students and the faculty.
Now as a Manager for Accenture I am responsible for defining IT and security strategies for global clients and defining IT disaster recovery plans and strategies. I manage teams of at least 10 professionals working on multiple projects and also act as a mentor and coach.
I enjoy the challenge of working with diverse global clients, each with their own requirements. Security is a very dynamic and challenging field as you have to always be one step ahead. |
| Natalie Hooton - PhD Tourism, Crime and Crisis Management. Demonstrator for University of Plymouth School of Tourism
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After studying at the University of Plymouth for my BSc (Hons) in Business and Tourism and my MSc in Tourism and Hospitality Management, I was fortunate enough to gain a Plymouth Business School scholarship and continue to study for a PhD in Tourism, Crime and Crisis Management.
Plymouth is a great place to learn, it's a motivating institute which provides you with so many opportunities to develop on a personal and professional level. My support system of lecturers, supervisors and staff has been second to none. They have supported my every move and understand my decisions and research aspirations.
The staff encouraged me to become a research assistant and a part-time demonstrator which has provided valuable experience. So for me choosing the University of Plymouth was one of the best decisions I have made within my academic career. Without a doubt, the programmes have changed my life. From being 'stuck in a rut', to now, a life filled with opportunity and possibilities. |
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Contact for Further Information |
| Address: |
Drake Circus
Plymouth
Devon
PL4 8AA
United Kingdom |
| Tel: |
+44 (0) 1752 585858 |
| Fax: |
+44 (0) 1752 588050 |
| URL: |
http://www.plymouth.ac.uk/ |
| Email: |
prospectus@plymouth.ac.uk |
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