University of Plymouth 2023-2024 Admissions: Entry Requirements, Deadlines, Application Process

The University of Plymouth has 7.8% international students and a total of approx. 20000 students. The marine degree courses offered by them is one of the most sought after course that they offer. Applications are invited for the fall semester.

• UG applicants can apply through UCAS admissions portal while PG applicants can apply through Online application form.
• International applicants are required to fulfill country-specific GPA requirements for admissions in both UG and PG courses.
• UCAS applicants can track their application through UCAS Track Portal.
• Academic reference letters are required for UG and PG admissions
• PG applicants are recommended to have work experience in the relevant field.
• Requirements for PG-taught and PG-research programs are similar for international applicants. However, the PG-research applications are reviewed on individual basis.

Highlights 

University of Plymouth Admission Deadline

The applications are invited through UCAS Portal. The admission deadlines are:

University of Plymouth International Student Admissions

Admission Requirements for International Students

• The minimum GPA required varies for different countries.
  • For India, a minimum of 60% is required in the 10th and 12th board awarded by CISCE or CBSE.
  • For Pakistan, a minimum of 75% is required at the high school level.
• Proof of English language proficiency is required for international applicants.
• A letter of recommendation may be sent. However, it is not mandatory.
• A statement of purpose is necessary.
• All transcripts of previously attended institutions are important.

English Proficiency Test Scores

International students can send their TOEFL, IELTS or PTE test scores. The minimum score requirements for international applicants are mentioned below:

Note: There are country-specific test scores that are accepted as proof of English Language proficiency. Indian students can also prove English Language proficiency if they have 70% in their CBSE or ICSE 12th board exams.

Visa Process for International Students

• Make an ATAS application if the course requires one.
• Applicants must apply for Tier 4 ( General ) student entry clearance.
• Submit the application form and fee.
• Make and attend the appointment at the Visa Application Centre.
• The documents required at time of application are
  • Passport
  • CAS identification number
  • ATAS verification ( if course demands )
  • Diplomas or educational certificates used to secure admission at the university
  • Evidence of sufficient financial funds

University of Plymouth Undergraduate Admissions

The university offers a variety of courses for students to choose from. It is the top UK university for Marine and Ocean Engineering. The admissions process and requirements for undergraduate applications are mentioned below:

Where to Apply: UCAS Application Portal

Admission Requirements: Applicants must provide following documents at the time of admission

• High school transcript
• Statement of purpose
• Letter of recommendation (not mandatory )
• Proof of English language proficiency
• For details on country-specific requirements, click here.

University of Plymouth Postgraduate (taught ) Admissions

The university offers many postgraduate courses to choose from. The requirements for graduate course admissions are mentioned below:

Where to apply: Online Application Form

Admission requirements:

• Original or certified copies of transcripts
• Two reference letters
• Copy of passport and visa
• Proof of English language proficiency
• Personal Statement
• CV
• There are country-specific requirements that should be fulfilled. Some of these are:
  • Chinese applicants must have a score of 80-90% in Bachelor’s programs for admissions in first division PG courses.
  • They should have a score of 75-85% for admissions in PG Class II Division I courses and a score of 70-80% for admissions in Class II Division II courses.
  • Indian Applicants must have a first or second class first division scores in bachelor’s or have a GPA of 7.0 for admissions in Class I Division I courses or a score of 6.0-6.9 for admissions in Class II Division II course.
  • For details on other countries, click here.

International applicants can contact international-admissions@plymouth.ac.uk for queries and submission of documents. International applicants can also complete a pre-sssional English language course with Plymouth University if they do not have ELP test scores to provide during admissions.