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Why Choose University of Plymouth (Navitas)?
#1 UK Marketing & Business Prestige
Plymouth ranks #1 in the UK for Marketing for two consecutive years (Guardian 2026). Students gain practical skills in the £14.5m Fitzroy Building, utilizing Bloomberg Terminals and benefiting from ACCA/CIMA exemptions for accelerated professional qualification.
World-Class Marine & Robotics Facilities
A winner of the Queen's Anniversary Prize for marine education, Plymouth ranks QS Top 150 for Earth & Marine Sciences. It also houses Europe's largest undergraduate robotics fleet and cutting-edge engineering labs within the new £100m Babbage Building
Triple Gold TEF & Future Fee Savings
Awarded Triple Gold in the 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), confirming top-tier student outcomes. From September 2026, Foundation fees reduce to £14,000 (saving £2,750), making elite education even more accessible.
Massive Scholarship Opportunities
High-achieving international students can access the Vice-Chancellor's Excellence Scholarship, offering a 50% tuition discount renewable annually. This can result in total savings of up to £24,000 across a 3-year undergraduate degree.
95% Employability with 50% Lower Costs
Plymouth offers living costs 40–50% lower than London (£1,030/month) while delivering a 95%+ graduate employment rate. Students secure roles with partners like Babcock and the NHS, often following placement years earning £16,000–£24,000.
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UPIC Location
On-campus at University of Plymouth main campus, Drake Circus, Plymouth city centre PL4 8AA; pathway students study alongside direct-entry university students with full facilities access from day one; integrated student experience with university library, sports facilities, student union membership.
Key University Facilities:
- Fitzroy Building: £14.5 million transformed facility housing Plymouth Business School with specialist teaching spaces, Bloomberg Lab real-time financial terminals, social learning areas
- 24/7 Library: Phase 1 opened Level 0 with 300+ study spaces; continued improvements throughout year; over 1 million volumes; group study rooms; silent zones; IT suites
- InterCity Place: New building housing health professions, nursing, midwifery programmes with clinical simulation facilities
- Babbage Building: Engineering and design integration facility with Heavy Structures Laboratory, Materials Analysis Laboratory, Composite Materials Manufacturing, Energy Sustainability Laboratory
- Robotics Facilities: Europe's largest humanoid robot collection for undergraduate students; industry-standard equipment
- Marine Research Vessels: Fully equipped fleet with latest instrumentation for marine science field work
Transport:
- Plymouth city centre campus: walking distance to accommodation, shops, restaurants
- Plymouth Station: mainline rail connecting to London Paddington (3.5 hours), Bristol (2 hours), Exeter (1 hour)
- Coastal location: beaches and South West Coastal Path access
- Student bus passes: £55-£65/month; many students walk from Greenbank/Mutley areas (15-minute walk)
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Course Highlights
Foundation Programmes (2 Semesters Standard)
|
Programme |
Duration |
Intakes |
2025-26 Fee (GBP) |
From Sept 2026 (GBP) |
|
Business, Management & Economics |
2 semesters |
Sep, Jan, May |
£16,750 |
£14,000 |
|
Engineering & Robotics |
2 semesters |
Sep, Jan |
£16,750 |
£16,750 |
|
Computer Science |
2 semesters |
Sep, Jan |
£16,750 |
£16,750 |
|
Biological/Biomedical Sciences & Psychology |
2 semesters |
Sep, Jan |
£16,750 |
£16,750 |
|
Environmental Sciences |
2 semesters |
Sep, Jan |
£16,750 |
£16,750 |
|
Marine, Coast & Ocean Sciences |
2 semesters |
Sep, Jan |
£16,750 |
£16,750 |
|
Law |
2 semesters |
Sep, Jan |
£16,750 |
£16,750 |
|
Arts, Design & Architecture |
2 semesters |
Sep, Jan |
£16,750 |
£16,750 |
|
Construction Management & Building Surveying |
2 semesters |
Sep, Jan |
£16,750 |
£16,750 |
|
Mathematical Sciences |
2 semesters |
Sep, Jan |
£16,750 |
£16,750 |
|
Politics & International Relations |
2 semesters |
Sep, Jan |
£16,750 |
£16,750 |
|
Tourism & Hospitality |
2 semesters |
Sep, Jan |
£16,750 |
£16,750 |
|
Maritime Business & Logistics |
2 semesters |
Sep, Jan |
£16,750 |
£16,750 |
Foundation Health & Human Sciences (3 Semesters Extended)
|
Programme |
Duration |
Intakes |
Fee (GBP) |
|
Health & Human Sciences |
3 semesters |
Sep, May |
£18,750 |
Pre-Master's Programmes (1 Semester)
|
Programme |
Duration |
Intakes |
Fee (GBP) |
|
Pre-Master's Business & Management |
1 semester |
Sep, Jan, May |
£9,950 |
|
Pre-Master's Education |
1 semester |
Jan, May |
£9,950 |
|
Pre-Master's Other Disciplines |
1 semester |
Sep, Jan, May |
£9,950 |
Popular Study Areas
Marketing
Marine & Maritime Sciences
Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Robotics)
Business & Economics
Computer Science
Healthcare Professions
Biological & Biomedical Sciences
Psychology
Entry Requirements
Foundation Programmes (2-semester):
- Academic (India): Class XII minimum 55% from CBSE, CISCE, or recognized State Boards
- English: UKVI IELTS 5.5 overall, minimum 5.5 each component (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking); alternatives: TOEFL iBT 46+, PTE Academic equivalent, WAEC, HKDSE, SPM
- Age: 17+ at programme start
- Subject-specific: Engineering requires Mathematics+Physics; Biological Sciences requires Biology+Chemistry; Business prefers Mathematics
Foundation Health & Human Sciences (3-semester):
- Academic (India): Class XII minimum 55%; Biology+Chemistry strongly preferred
- English: UKVI IELTS 5.5 overall, minimum 5.5 each band at entry → achieve IELTS 7.0 overall, minimum 7.0 all bands by completion (NHS professional registration requirement)
- Special: NHS values-based interview required for progression; enhanced DBS check; 3-semester intensive English preparation for healthcare contexts
- Age: 17+ at programme start
Pre-Master's Programmes:
- Academic (India): Bachelor's degree 55-60% minimum (Second Class/2:2 equivalent) from recognized Indian university; 3-year degrees accepted; relevant undergraduate subject for Master's progression
- English: UKVI IELTS 6.0 overall, minimum 5.5 each component; TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic equivalents accepted
- Age: 18+ (with completed Bachelor's degree)
- Work Experience: MBA may prefer work experience though not mandatory for younger applicants; healthcare Pre-Masters may require relevant experience
Pre-Sessional English:
- Available 2-11 weeks for students 0.5-1.5 IELTS bands below requirement; online and on-campus options; successful completion satisfies English requirement
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Scholarships at University of Plymouth (Navitas)
Vice-Chancellor's International Excellence Scholarship (UG)
50% tuition discount Year 1
Vice-Chancellor's International Excellence Scholarship (PG)
50% tuition discount Year 1
Vice-Chancellor's International Student Scholarship (PG)
£5,000
GREAT Scholarships (India & Singapore)
£10,000
Plymouth Business School Scholarships
£1,000-£3,000
Engineering & Science Scholarships
Variable
Chevening Scholarships
Full funding (tuition + living + flights)
Commonwealth Scholarships
Full funding
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Student Support Services
Personalized Academic Support
UPIC students benefit from small class sizes (15-25 students), a personal academic tutor, and workshops on essay writing, referencing, and exam preparation.
English Language Development
Continuous in-sessional support includes academic English workshops, conversation clubs, and pre-submission essay reviews to ensure academic success.
Transition Guidance
Dedicated workshops cover the transition to university, including module selection, understanding UK degree classifications, and mock exams.
Comprehensive University Services
Access to 24/7 library facilities, one-to-one career advice, mental health counselling, and a student union with 200+ societies.
International Student Care
Specialized teams assist with police registration, visa compliance, and financial advice, ensuring a smooth settlement into UK life.
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