Rankings of Plymouth University

Founded in 1992, Plymouth University is established in the small city of Plymouth, South West England. The university has a variety of residence halls at distinct price points, and all within walking distance of your classrooms. When wandering off-campus, students will find a blend of both urban and rural surroundings, ensuring that there’s something for everyone here.

Latest ranking updates for Plymouth University
  • 27 Sep, 2023: THE World University Rankings update. Plymouth University achieves place 401.
  • 09 Sep, 2023: Publication of The Guardian University League Tables by Subject (Business and Management). Ranking position #60.
  • 09 Sep, 2023: The Guardian News and Media Limited announced latest results of The Guardian League Table with Plymouth University in position 69.
  • 15 Aug, 2023: ARWU Academic Ranking of World Universities - ShanghaiRanking update. Plymouth University achieves place 601.

University rankings

    • #56 
    • #74 
    The Times Good University Guide
    [Published 16 September, 2022]
    • #54 
    • #69 
    The Guardian League Table
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #50 
    • #64 
    CUG The Complete University Guide
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #39 
    • #401 
    THE World University Rankings
    [Published 27 September, 2023]
    • #82 
    • #561 
    QS World University Rankings
    [Published 27 June, 2023]
    • #34 
    • #558 
    US News: Best Global Universities
    [Published 24 October, 2022]
    • #32 
    • #601 
    ARWU Academic Ranking of World Universities - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 15 August, 2023]
    • #32 
    • #915 
    CWTS Leiden Ranking
    [Published 22 June, 2022]
    • #41 
    • #722 
    Scimago Institutions Rankings
    [Published 06 March, 2023]
    • #34 
    • #650 
    CWUR Center for World University Rankings
    [Published 25 April, 2022]
    • #7 
    • #101 
    THE Young University Rankings
    [Published 03 July, 2023]
    • #30 
    • #551 
    NTU Performance Ranking of Scientific Papers
    [Published 11 July, 2023]
    • #37 
    • #738 
    URAP World Ranking - University Ranking by Academic Performance
    [Published 28 November, 2022]
    • #36 
    • #585 
    RUR World University Rankings
    [Published 25 May, 2023]
    • #28 
    • #246 
    RUR Reputation Ranking
    [Published 25 May, 2023]
    • #28 
    • #391 
    RUR Academic Rankings
    [Published 25 May, 2023]
    • #2 
    • #5 
    StuDocu World University Ranking - EMEA - Europe, the Middle East and Africa
    [Published 06 September, 2021]
    • #34 
    • #361 
    QS World University Rankings: Sustainability
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #38 
    • #553 
    Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities
    [Published 31 July, 2023]
    • #19 
    • #100 
    THE World University Impact Rankings - Overall
    [Published 01 June, 2023]
    • #46 
    • #536 
    THE China Subject Ratings Overall
    [Published 11 May, 2022]

Historic rankings in TOP global university rankings

Subject rankings

Agriculture

    • #24 
    • #401 
    Agricultural Sciences
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 19 July, 2022]
    • #475 
    Agriculture
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #6 
    • #9 
    Agriculture & Forestry
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #1 
    • #2 
    Food Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Architecture, Building & Planning

    • #13 
    • #17 
    Architecture
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #14 
    • #19 
    Architecture
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #6 
    • #8 
    Building
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Arts Visual & Performing

    • #18 
    • #23 
    Art & Design
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #25 
    • #201 
    Art & Design
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 22 March, 2023]
    • #48 
    • #401 
    Arts and Humanities
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #11 
    • #12 
    Creative Writing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #29 
    • #36 
    Drama, Dance & Cinematics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #18 
    • #21 
    History of Art, Architecture & Design
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #21 
    • #27 
    Music
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Business

    • #35 
    • #49 
    Accounting and Finance
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #49 
    • #60 
    Accounting and Finance
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #48 
    • #64 
    Business & Management Studies
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #50 
    • #501 
    Business & Management Studies
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 22 March, 2023]
    • #28 
    • #176 
    Business and Economics
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #33 
    • #301 
    Management
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 19 July, 2022]
    • #12 
    • #12 
    Marketing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Computer Science

    • #40 
    • #53 
    Computer Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #38 
    • #301 
    Computer Science
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #48 
    • #651 
    Computer Science & Information Systems
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 22 March, 2023]

Design

    • #18 
    • #22 
    Graphic Design
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Education

    • #26 
    Education
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #49 
    • #64 
    Education
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #20 
    • #219 
    Education
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #43 
    • #301 
    Education
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #33 
    • #401 
    Education
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 19 July, 2022]

Engineering

    • #19 
    • #26 
    Civil Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #27 
    • #35 
    Civil Engineering
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #22 
    • #201 
    Civil Engineering
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 19 July, 2022]
    • #18 
    • #241 
    Civil Engineering
    NTU Rankings by Subject
    [Published 11 July, 2023]
    • #429 
    Civil Engineering
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #28 
    • #36 
    Electrical & Electronic Engineering
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #21 
    • #201 
    Engineering
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #35 
    • #834 
    Engineering
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #303 
    Environmental Engineering
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #42 
    • #55 
    Mechanical Engineering
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #46 
    • #57 
    Mechanical Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #35 
    • #997 
    Technology
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]

Journalism & Media Studies

    • #52 
    • #62 
    Communication & Media Studies
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Languages & Literature

    • #22 
    • #28 
    English
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #36 
    • #44 
    English
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Law

    • #35 
    • #48 
    Law
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #55 
    • #69 
    Law
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Mathematics

    • #11 
    • #17 
    Mathematics
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #41 
    • #53 
    Mathematics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Medicine & Health

    • #31 
    • #301 
    Clinical Medicine
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 19 July, 2022]
    • #30 
    • #451 
    Clinical Medicine
    NTU Rankings by Subject
    [Published 11 July, 2023]
    • #1 
    • #1 
    Dentistry
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #5 
    • #9 
    Dentistry
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #13 
    • #16 
    Health Professions
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #16 
    • #24 
    Medicine
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #24 
    • #31 
    Medicine
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #27 
    • #401 
    Medicine
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 22 March, 2023]
    • #15 
    • #20 
    Nursing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #19 
    • #201 
    Nursing
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 19 July, 2022]
    • #7 
    • #8 
    Physiotherapy
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #8 
    • #10 
    Physiotherapy
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Natural Sciences

    • #33 
    • #44 
    Biological Sciences
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #28 
    • #401 
    Biological Sciences
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 19 July, 2022]
    • #27 
    • #451 
    Biological Sciences
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 22 March, 2023]
    • #599 
    Biological Sciences
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #39 
    • #54 
    Biology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #24 
    • #30 
    Chemistry
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #29 
    • #37 
    Chemistry
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #10 
    • #51 
    Earth & Marine Sciences
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 22 March, 2023]
    • #23 
    • #201 
    Environmental Sciences
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 22 March, 2023]
    • #240 
    Environmental Sciences
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #32 
    • #43 
    Geography & Environmental Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #19 
    • #24 
    Geology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #14 
    • #101 
    Geology
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 22 March, 2023]
    • #20 
    • #307 
    Geology
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #25 
    • #201 
    Physical Sciences
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]

Social Studies & Humanities

    • #13 
    • #16 
    Anthropology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #16 
    • #17 
    Criminology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #54 
    Economics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #55 
    • #69 
    Economics
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #43 
    • #53 
    Geography
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #26 
    • #101 
    Geography
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 19 July, 2022]
    • #39 
    • #49 
    History
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #50 
    • #58 
    History
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #40 
    • #50 
    Politics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #30 
    • #41 
    Psychology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #34 
    • #42 
    Psychology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #38 
    • #301 
    Psychology
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 19 July, 2022]
    • #48 
    • #301 
    Psychology
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #43 
    • #472 
    Psychology
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #17 
    • #24 
    Social Policy
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #29 
    • #282 
    Social Sciences
    NTU Rankings by Subject
    [Published 11 July, 2023]
    • #61 
    • #501 
    Social Sciences
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #18 
    • #24 
    Social Work
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #31 
    • #37 
    Social Work
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #35 
    • #45 
    Sociology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Highest subject rankings for Plymouth University

Dentistry The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#1 
Medicine & Health
Food Science CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#2 
Agriculture
Building CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#8 
Architecture, Building & Planning
Creative Writing CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#12 
Arts Visual & Performing
Marketing CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#12 
Business
Anthropology CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#16 
Social Studies & Humanities
Mathematics The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#17 
Mathematics
Graphic Design The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#22 
Design
Geology CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#24 
Natural Sciences
Civil Engineering The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#26 
Engineering

Student Reviews for Plymouth University

Student satisfaction:
4.2 (based on 590 student reviews)

“My only complaint is that you’re not supposed to smoke in front of the library but there are always a lot of people smoking right outside and nothing is ever done about it. Besides this, the social scene offers us a lot, with many active societies and clubs to get involved in.”

“Lecturers are supportive and helpful, but they have restricted contact hours which can be frustrating when you have questions to ask. The university’s Wi-Fi network has poor bandwidth, so it may be wise to bring your own USB Wi-Fi stick.”

“I’ve really enjoyed my time at Plymouth University. I’ve met passionate students and experienced professionals throughout my time here, and I’m much closer to my goal of working as a History teacher. I wish I could stay here a little longer!”

About Plymouth University

PROS

  • All student residences are on campus, or located nearby. Living here entitles you to the university’s social events for community promotion, as well as welfare support and campus security.
  • Many students praise the wide variety of clubs and societies. Some popular options are the American Flag Football club, Archery, and the Boxing club.
  • Ranked highly for engineering research and impact, and students have the opportunity to author on publications emerging from this university.

CONS

  • Many students complain about a lack of contact hours and availability of lecturers outside uni hours. These are important factors for student success in many cases.
  • Some mention that the campus has a weak Wi -Fi signal, so it may be advisable to bring your own Wi -Fi USB just in case.

Key facts

Foundation year:
1992
Telephone:
+44 (0) 1752 600 600
Address:
Drake Circus
PL4 8AA, Plymouth
England UK
Website:
https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/
Social:

TOP 10 Best rated degree courses of Plymouth University

  Course
1 Oceanography and Coastal Processes - BSc 100/100 (9 student reviews)
2 Ocean Exploration and Surveying - BSc 100/100 (13 student reviews)
3 Mathematics with Theoretical Physics - BSc 100/100 (8 student reviews)
4 Game Arts and Design - BA 100/100 (10 student reviews)
5 Education with Foundation - BA 99/100 (18 student reviews)
6 Mathematics with Education - BSc 99/100 (18 student reviews)
7 Chemistry with Foundation Year - BSc 96/100 (18 student reviews)
8 Chemistry - BSc 95/100 (14 student reviews)
9 Photography - BA 95/100 (15 student reviews)
10 Marine Biology and Oceanography - BSc 94/100 (18 student reviews)

TOP 10 highest earning degree courses of Plymouth University

  Course Median Salary (15 months after graduation)
1 Building Surveying - BSc £29,000.00
2 Construction Project Management - BSc £29,000.00
3 Electrical and Electronic Engineering - BEng £29,000.00
4 Quantity Surveying - BSc £29,000.00
5 Civil and Coastal Engineering - BEng £28,000.00
6 Marine Technology - MEng £28,000.00
7 Computer Science - BSc £27,000.00
8 Game Arts and Design - BA £27,000.00
9 Economics with Foundation Year - BSc £26,000.00
10 Maritime Business - BSc £26,000.00
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NSS Aggregate Student reviews

Below you see the results of Plymouth University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK universities.

Overall student satisfaction
76 /100
1581 total respondents

THE Student Experience Survey by Times Higher Education

Times Higher Education has surveyed 20251 undergraduate students in the UK about their study experience. 241 students of Plymouth University participated in the survey.

Below you'll find the results for each of the survey questions for Plymouth University in comparison to the average for all UK universities.

Overall score: 75.7

Student composition of Plymouth University

Nursing and Midwifery:
3155
Biosciences:
2440
Business and Management:
1755
medicine (non-specific):
1010
Psychology:
1010
Law:
940
education and teaching:
850
Creative Arts and Design:
810
Computing:
525
architecture, building and planning:
450
Dentistry:
445
Mathematical Sciences:
365
geography, earth and environmental studies:
365
Mechanical Engineering:
305
History:
295
Performing Arts:
255
English Studies:
245
Electrical And Electronic Engineering:
185
Sociology:
185
Civil Engineering:
165
Chemistry:
165
Social Policy:
145
anatomy, physiology and pathology:
105
China:
465
Nigeria:
130
India:
95
Hong Kong (Special Administrative Region of China):
80
United States:
40
Malaysia:
40
Kuwait:
40
Saudi Arabia:
35
Singapore:
25
Turkey:
25
Zimbabwe:
20
Nepal:
20
Kenya:
20
Ghana:
20
Egypt:
20
Norway:
20
United Arab Emirates:
15
Canada:
15
Taiwan:
15
Switzerland:
15
Barbados:
10
Russia:
10
Cayman Islands:
10
Trinidad and Tobago:
10
Jordan:
10
Vietnam:
10
Sri Lanka:
10
Pakistan:
10
South Africa:
10
Indonesia:
10
Oman:
5
Peru:
5
Chile:
5
Brazil:
5
Ukraine:
5
Libya:
5
Jamaica:
5
Mauritius:
5
Seychelles:
5
Bermuda:
5
Sudan:
5
Bangladesh:
5
Qatar:
5
Myanmar (Burma):
5
Brunei:
5
Iraq:
5
Iran:
5
Bahrain:
5
Australia:
5
Japan:
5
Uzbekistan:
5
Thailand:
5
Kazakhstan:
5
Korea (South):
5
Maldives:
5

Campuses of Plymouth University

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FAQ

Plymouth University ranks #41 in England UK in our meta ranking of 112 university rankings. See rankings of all 382 universities in England UK.

Plymouth University ranks #2 in Plymouth in our meta ranking. See rankings of all 5 universities in Plymouth.

Plymouth University is listed in The Times Good University Guide, The Guardian League Table, CUG The Complete University Guide, THE World University Rankings, QS World University Rankings, US News: Best Global Universities and more. See all 28 rankings of Plymouth University.

Plymouth University achieved #5 in StuDocu World University Ranking - EMEA - Europe, the Middle East and Africa. This is the university’s highest ranking in the 112 rankings tracked on our website. See all rankings for Plymouth University.

Plymouth University achieved the highest ranking for Medicine & Health. It is ranked #1 in The Guardian University League Tables by Subject (Dentistry). See all subject rankings for Plymouth University.

A large number of university rankings include surveys among academics on reputation. In our meta ranking of 112 university rankings Plymouth University ranks #2 among universities in Plymouth and #41 among universities in England UK. See all rankings of Plymouth University.

In our meta ranking Plymouth University ranks #41 among all universities in England UK and University of Oxford ranks #1. See all rankings of universities in Plymouth. Apart from rankings you may also want to see the ratings from students who attended the universities.