University of Plymouth : Over 150 years of excellence
Plymouth is a port city on the south coast of Devon, in South West England. You’ll find the impressive landscapes of the River Tamar and Cornwall to the west and rugged open spaces of Dartmoor National Park to the north.
Plymouth University sits on the idyllic South Devon coastline at the very centre of the city. One of the largest universities in the region, our growing international reputation is matched by some exciting campus developments.
With excellent national transport links, great shopping and culture, top sporting opportunities, pristine seas and south-coast sunshine, with Plymouth University you can live the lifestyle that only the South West peninsula can offer.
The best way to find out more is to come and visit on an open day. Discover more about what the area’s got to offer, what’s on campus and all the details you need to find us.
Our campuses
Join around 30,000 students from all over the world at the largest university in the South West.
City centre campus
Our main campus is home to the Faculties of Arts and Humanities, Health and Human Sciences, Plymouth Business School, Science and Environment, and the Plymouth University Peninsula Schools of Medicine and Dentistry, as well as the University of Plymouth Students’ Union.
North Plymouth campus
Four miles north of the main campus and close to Derriford Hospital, you’ll find the purpose-built, multi-million pound Peninsula Allied Health Centre based on the University of St Mark & St John (Marjon) campus. It’s used by the Faculty of Health and Human Sciences and is where you’ll study if you’re on the Dietetic, Occupational Therapy, Operating Department Practice, Physiotherapy or Podiatry courses.
Facilities for the Plymouth University Peninsula Schools of Medicine and Dentistry are adjacent to Derriford Hospital at the Plymouth Science Park. Please note that there is no visitor parking available on the Plymouth Science Park site. The site is permit parking only and penalty charges will be incurred if no parking arrangements have been made prior to your visit.
Plymouth University’s teaching and research activities are divided into the following Schools, each of which has its own specialist staff and facilities. Get a flavour for each School by browsing through their own websites and pages listed here.
Faculty of Arts and Humanities
Faculty of Business
Faculty of Health and Human Sciences
Faculty of Science and Engineering
School of Computing, Electronics and Mathematics
Plymouth University. We have an excellent track record in teaching and research, alongside wider engagement with business and community. Our expertise spans computing, electronics, mathematics, robotics and statistics.
Plymouth University Peninsula Schools of Medicine and Dentistry
Accommodation: Residence Life
At home with Plymouth University
Welcome to Residence Life – here at Plymouth University, we want to make your transition to University life as easy and enjoyable as possible.
Moving away from home can be a daunting experience and our Residence Life Team are here to help you every step of the way. We want you to enjoy living and studying in Plymouth, build life-long friendships and feel fully supported during your time with us.
We offer a great variety of halls of residence to choose from, all of which offer a safe and friendly environment, are close to our main campus, near city centre amenities and situated in one of the South West’s most vibrant coastal locations.
Living in halls is an exciting, life-changing experience and we are looking forward to welcoming you to your new home.