Plymouth University Plymouth University, located in Plymouth in the southwest of England, has become the first choice for students to study and live in the UK due to its excellent geographical location, wide learning opportunities, excellent teaching quality and high graduate employment rate. The University of Plymouth is an important academic member of the Commonwealth University Association, the British University Alliance, and the Jiangsu UK High Level University Alliance. It has been selected into the Newton Scientific Research Fund and the "Horizon 2020" scientific research plan. Founded in 1862, the main campus is located in Plymouth, England, where the Royal Navy is located. It is known as the safest city in Britain.

As a high-level research university, Plymouth University has won three Queen's Anniversary Awards. It has 23 academicians of the Academy of Higher Education, one highly cited scientist in the world, and a total of ten disciplines have entered the top 1% of the ESI. At the same time, it ranks 83rd in the world, 18th in the world of earth and environmental sciences, and 44th in the world of life sciences in the 2019 Natural Index Young Universities List.

The University of Plymouth in the UK has also made gratifying achievements in academic achievements. QAA (British Higher Education Quality Assurance Agency) was elected as the highest level trusted university. The main campus is located in Plymouth, the largest city on the south coast of England, between the seaside and Dartmoor, with many outdoor and entertainment venues. Plymouth is not only a historic city, but also a center of entertainment, life and shopping combined with modern flavor and prosperity.

Different campuses of Plymouth University in the UK have different disciplines, providing language courses, preparatory courses, undergraduate courses, master's courses and doctoral courses. Business and MBA management subjects are particularly outstanding. Finance and investment management is the gold medal course of the school's business school. In 2018, TIMES UK graduate students majoring in accounting and finance ranked 62nd. Brand majors: Master of International Shipping Logistics and Supply Chain Management, EMBA. TIMES ranked among the top 35 in the UK in 2014. Among the 48500 universities in the world, QS ranks among the top 1% in the world.

In 2014, the University of Plymouth in the United Kingdom entered the top three British universities in an authoritative student satisfaction poll. This is another important award won by Plymouth University after the "Royal Queen of the Year Award", the "Most Confidence Award" of QAA, the British higher education regulator, and the "Top 5 Modern Universities in the World".

Plymouth University and Harbin Institute of Technology, Shandong University, Dalian University of Technology, Suzhou University, Jiangnan University and other two first-class universities have signed agreements on joint cultivation of undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral students, and their research strength has been widely recognized.

University of Plymouth QS World Ranking:

In 2019, the University of Plymouth ranked 601st in QS. In 2019, the academic ranking of world universities ranked 37th in the UK and 501-600 in the world.

2020 U S. News World University Rankings 516

QS World University Ranking 651-700 in 2020

Other achievements:

1.Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024:

● Life Below Water ranks among the top 5 in the UK.

● Zero Hunger ranks among the top 3 in the UK.

2.Teaching Excellence Framework 2023:

● All three categories received TEF Gold Award.

3. Carbon neutralization:

● The second carbon neutral university in the UK, meeting PAS 2060 (2023).

4.Queen's Anniversary Prizes:

● Won three Queen's Anniversary Awards, the most recent of which was for his leadership in the field of micro plastics.

5. Employment rate of graduates:

More than 95% of graduates are working or continuing to study 15 months after graduation.

Comprehensive ranking

Ranked 4th in global oceans and 15th in global climate action (ranking of influence in 2022)

In 2018/19, TIMES ranked second in the UK and 86th in the world.

In 2018/19, TIMES ranked 51st in Europe in terms of teaching level.

In 2018/19, TIMES ranked 126 in the world of law.

In 2018/19, QS ranked 301st in the world in terms of global graduates' employability.

One year fee : Undergraduate fee £ 16300. Instructional Master's Degree: £ 14000 - £ 16300

scholarship : An unlimited scholarship of £ 1500 for international students. £ 1500100 graduate scholarships, £ 2500 outstanding international graduate scholarships, quota: 10.

dormitory : Robins, Radnor, Pilgrim, Gilwell and Mary Newman hall: it is the main dormitory building of the school.

With the University of Portsmouth:

It is not the same university as the University of Portsmouth. Once a student took the admission notice of the University of Portsmouth, but went to the University of Portsmouth by car to report at the beginning of school.

British School of Graphic Design recommend ： Edinburgh College of Art ， Coventry University 。

Art Major of Plymouth University:

Undergraduate&Postgraduate ：

Architectural technology and environment, architecture, 3D design, fashion design, fashion/textile design, graphic design, decorative cloth design, packaging design, fabric and surface style design, surface design, digital media and animation, art, graphic communication and layout, illustration. Architecture, service design, space practice, sustainable design, design contemporary manufacturing, product design, design thinking, contemporary art practice

Film major

Architectural Technology and the Environment

The main goal of the school's teaching is to enable students to: develop towards the expert level of architectural technology of CIAT Architectural Association, understand architectural design and architectural technology and knowledge in related fields, explore personal development path in architectural technology in the School of Architecture, Design and Environment, and be able to study and research at the graduate level. The core of this major is the design studio. Other fields involved are history and theory, technology and environment, and professional training. The core modules of these disciplines can directly help and support students' design work in the design studio.

Architecture

The purpose of the undergraduate architecture major of Plymouth University is to introduce students to a new and challenging world, encourage them to view the world with critical thinking, and pay attention to local, regional and national issues. This major equips students with skills and knowledge, so that they can find and explore, exchange and express their ideas, understand the design process, find spatial and technical solutions to problems, and understand the architectural knowledge of history and theory.

3D Design

The course of this project will eventually lead students to four majors: space and interior designers, product designers, design manufacturers, and 3D design (combination).

In the first year, before choosing the four professional disciplines of the school, students will learn the basic knowledge of all aspects of 3D design. The differences between the four majors are as follows: design and manufacturing engineers are for those who want to design and produce objects such as furniture, lighting and ceramics Product designers - for those who want to learn and apply new creative skills to design future creativity, space and interior designers - the interdisciplinary between architecture, interior design and environment, 3D design (combination) - allow you to freely combine and acquire broader knowledge of all the above three disciplines.

Design

The courses of Plymouth University always work closely with employers, combining theoretical knowledge learning and practical work based learning, so that students can obtain the desired jobs and positions in their chosen industries. A basic degree is equivalent to a full-time bachelor's degree in the first two years, which usually takes two years to obtain. Many of the school's courses can be part-time, making them particularly suitable for students who have other affairs, such as work or family.

Digital Media and Animation

This new program aims to enable students who have completed a two-year basic degree (FdA) or equivalent qualification to explore interdisciplinary knowledge. Including pictures, illustrations, animations, media, sound and interactivity. Students will design a variety of content including web, specific location-based and wireless applications, games, digital TV and DVDs. This course will cultivate students' experimental and commercial skills. The digital media and animation project of Plymouth University provides students with the opportunity to learn dynamic images in a variety of environments and learn to use traditional and cutting-edge media technologies. This course is designed to help each student develop a personalized art path and obtain advanced technology in an imaginative and innovative environment.

Pure art major Fine ArtBA

Imagination - production - exploration - creation. Art is an exciting, controversial and challenging subject open to people from all walks of life. Art education can lead to a variety of career paths and provide rich personal development opportunities. Plymouth's Bachelor of Arts (Honors) course provides a unique opportunity for students to find their own development direction and develop their own art according to their own path through learning and research in a variety of fields. The subjects that overseas students majoring in pure art can cross over include: painting, sculpture (including textile/fiber art), video, sound and performance, photography and printmaking.

Graphic Communication with TypographyBA

Globally recognized, graphic communication and typesetting focus on thinking and understanding of contemporary communication and in-plane design skills. The Graphic Communication and Typography major of Plymouth University attaches importance to people's ideas, as well as the relationship and importance between typesetting and other means of communication. Students explore how to use words and how to use typesetting alone to communicate, or use photography and illustrations to assist. Students are encouraged to try and challenge current design thinking and trends. We hope that students can find a unique and personalized art path with a high degree of creativity and experiment. The school encourages students to have unique and innovative ideas in practice, so that they can achieve brilliant achievements in the domestic and international arena in the future.

Illustration

Plymouth University illustration is a dynamic and developing discipline. Illustrators must be creative, imaginative, clear thinking and versatile. The purpose of this course is to encourage individuals to explore creatively. The goal of the school is to enable its students to acquire skills and creative thinking ability to explore its future development path in this rapidly evolving art and communication, entertainment, fashion, manufacturing and information design industries. With excellent teaching staff, advanced studios and digital facilities, we provide students with an adventurous atmosphere that enables them to acquire more skills and knowledge in such an environment.

Architecture MRes/MA

The purpose of the MRes Master of Architecture at Plymouth University is to increase your understanding of architecture, space, address and architectural environment through the debate on contemporary theories and the theme. Students will also have the opportunity to continue their research in their favorite fields. Applicants for this major should have an IELTS score of 6.5 or above. The MA course of architecture is a one-year full-time course, focusing on design and design technology. This major aims to help students improve their proficiency in architectural design and keep up with the changing level of urban design and detailed architectural design. This major will explore new urban forms, respond to the changing nature of cities, especially improve regional/global connectivity, and change the physical conditions and requirements of cultural, economic, ecological, political, and social conditions.

Design MA/MRes (Design Thinking)

Product Design The design projects of Design Thinking MA incorporate the following projects:

Service design, space practice, sustainable design, design contemporary manufacturing, product design, design thinking. The MA Design Project of Plymouth University is a series of graduate projects designed to help those who want to acquire knowledge that is relevant to the design market, can stimulate creativity, and has commerciality and creative practice. The school is eager to attract people from different educational backgrounds to apply and expand the diversity of talents.

In the UK, this postgraduate program is the only one that allows you to recommend a range of subjects including product design Service design , sustainable design, space practice, contemporary design, manufacturing and design thinking. As one of the best universities in the UK, Plymouth University ranks top in art and design. It is built in a vibrant city. It is the only university in the southwest of England that has MA design graduate program. MA design project connects many traditional and philosophical designs to help students understand the nature of design, sometimes using new technologies to promote change and create opportunities.

Contemporary Art Practice

The MA program of contemporary art practice supports developing artists to realize their hidden potential to the maximum, so that everyone can explore and develop their own artistic level in a supportive and challenging environment. The school very much wants those who have high enthusiasm, creativity and critical consciousness and hope to develop innovative ideas and practices in the field of contemporary art.

This course provides a dynamic and stimulating forum for students to communicate and talk with faculty and other students. The course offers an open range of creative subjects including interactive digital technology, film and video, sound, oil painting, printmaking, photography, painting and sculpture.

undergraduate

Undergraduate admission conditions of Plymouth University:

language achievement

Excellent graduates of key high schools, IELTS 6.0

Application materials

Official high school transcript or GED; A collection of works; The complete application form can be downloaded from the website of the university or submitted to the office of Plymouth University in China. The application form, the UK visa, and the pre deposited tuition of $2000 can be used;

graduate student

Master of Plymouth University Admission conditions:

language achievement

IELTS: 6.5

Application materials

Fill in the application form, copies of certificates and transcripts, two letters of recommendation (at least one is recommended by the school, on letterhead), copies of the current passport, certificate of English proficiency, personal statement (explaining the reason for the major you want to apply for), resume

undergraduate

There are no special requirements for each major in Plymouth University

Architecture

Collection of overseas art works Submit digital collection, including hand sketching/drawing, sketching, photography, model/3D works, painting, abstract collage, mixed painting, sketch research, graphic design, and research projects (artists/architects).

graduate student

Pure art major

Drawings, 3D works and other documents, 2.3D works should be photos, with the size of A1, A2 or A3

3D Design

Submit design/art works (including sketching, painting and drawing), 3D works should be photos, size A1, A2 or A3

Graphic Communication and Typography

About 10 pieces of paintings, documents, printing and other works that can represent personal creativity

painting

Documents or printed materials, etc., have about half an hour to introduce the portfolio during the interview

Plymouth University Application Guide:

1. IELTS scores. Applicants who go to the UK to study undergraduate or postgraduate courses should have a certain IELTS score. Generally speaking, the IELTS requirements for undergraduate students are 6-7, and the requirements for graduate students are 6.0-7.5. If there is a difference of 0.5 to 1, you can apply for a visa with a language course. If there is a greater difference, it may be rejected due to low IELTS scores.

2. For the conception of the document, a detailed analysis should be made of the personal experience (including scientific research, work experience, extracurricular activities, etc.), and then these experiences should be combined with the application requirements to make a classification. In the front part of the resume, students' patent projects, work experience and research experience should be highlighted, and students' professional abilities should be shown in details as far as possible, The three letters of recommendation and the experience in the resume complement each other. The three letters of recommendation should also give a positive evaluation of students' ability, learning attitude, research ability and English ability from the perspective of teachers and work leaders, and give a lot of details.