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- University of Plymouth Ranking
- University of Plymouth Course Ranking
- University of Plymouth US News & World Report Ranking 2025
- University of Plymouth The Guardian Ranking 2026
- University of Plymouth The Complete University Guide Ranking 2027
- University of Plymouth QS Ranking 2027
- University of Plymouth THE (Times Higher Education) Ranking 2026
- University of Plymouth ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) Ranking 2025
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University of Plymouth is one of the top-rated universities in UK. Known for its wide range of courses and its teaching pedagogy, the university has a reputation that is reflected in its rankings from various world-known ranking bodies.
If you look at the University of Plymouth ranking for 2025, it stands at #318 globally and #56 nationally, by Shiksha Popularity Ranking. These rankings stood at #274 and #52, respectively, in 2024. QS has also ranked the university at #691, in 2027.
Check out the table below showing 3-year trend of University of Plymouth ranking globally:
| Ranking Body | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| QS | 551 | 661 | 613 | 691 |
| THE | 401 | 501 | Not Ranked | NA |
| US News | 655 | 667 | Not Ranked | NA |
| The Guardian | 69 | 84 | Not Ranked | NA |
| The complete Guide | 64 | 65 | 75 | NA |
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University of PlymouthUniversity of Plymouth Course Ranking
In University of Plymouth subject ranking 2025, many of the university courses are ranked among the top in the world. These courses, available in streams such as Engineering, Business & Management Studies, Law, Medicine & Health Sciences and Science, are also highly popular among international students. The Shiksha Popularity World Ranking has ranked University of Plymouth Engineering courses at #301 in 2025. This course was ranked at #313 in 2024.
University’s Business & Management Studies courses are also ranked by Shiksha Popularity Ranking, at #448. Interestingly, these courses have also been recognized by THE from past few years. In 2025, these courses have been ranked by THE at #251, showing remained unchanged trend from its 2024 rank.
The below table highlights how some popular University of Plymouth courses perform as part of the latest Shiksha Popularity Rankings 2025:
| Course Category | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
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| Engineering | #302 | #313 | #301 |
| Business & Management Studies | #350 | #391 | #448 |
| Medicine & Health Sciences | #274 | #313 | #355 |
| Science | #383 | #474 | #515 |
| Nursing | #173 | #174 | #194 |
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University of PlymouthUS News & World Report Ranking 2025
| Ranked by | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Global Universities | 558 | 655 | 667 |
University of PlymouthThe Guardian Ranking 2026
| Ranked by | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| University | 69 | 84 | 83 |
| Accounting and Finance | 60 | 61 | 33 |
| Architecture | 19 | 25 | 51 |
| Business and Management | 84 | 71 | 45 |
| Civil Engineering | 26 | 44 | 31 |
| Economics | 69 | 68 | 59 |
| Electronic and Electrical Engineering | 32 | 36 | 18 |
| Law | 69 | 68 | 62 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 57 | 49 | 17 |
| Medicine | 24 | 34 | 34 |
| Sociology and Social Policy | 29 | 33 | 35 |
University of PlymouthThe Complete University Guide Ranking 2027
| Ranked by | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK University | 65 | 75 | 67 |
| Accounting and Finance | 52 | 68 | 50 |
| Architecture | 18 | 16 | 19 |
| Art and Design | 28 | 38 | 33 |
| Biological Sciences | 41 | 45 | 43 |
| Business and Management Studies UK | 52 | 52 | 42 |
| Civil Engineering | 39 | 32 | 27 |
| Computer Science | 53 | 79 | 72 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering | 38 | 34 | – / – |
| Law | 48 | 49 | 41 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 49 | 42 | 36 |
| Medicine | 29 | 31 | 32 |
| Nursing | 20 | 10 | 4 |
| Psychology | 47 | 46 | 40 |
| Sociology | 36 | 26 | 30 |
University of PlymouthQS Ranking 2027
| Ranked by | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Europe | 240 | 229 | – / – |
| UK Ranking | – / – | 54 | – / – |
| World University | 661 | 613 | 691 |
| Biological Sciences | 601 | 601 | – / – |
| Mechanical Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering | 501 | – / – | – / – |
| Medicine | 401 | 451 | – / – |
University of PlymouthTHE (Times Higher Education) Ranking 2026
| Ranked by | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| University | 401 | 501 | 501 |
| Arts and Humanities | 401 | 501 | 501 |
| Engineering | 301 | 301 | 301 |
| Life Sciences | 301 | 301 | 301 |
| Medicine and Health | 501 | 501 | 501 |
| PG Business and Economics | 251 | 251 | 301 |
| PG Computer Science | 301 | 401 | 301 |
| Psychology | 301 | 401 | 401 |
University of PlymouthARWU (Shanghai Ranking) Ranking 2025
| Ranked by | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Universities | 601 | 701 | 701 |
| Nursing | 101 | 76 | 76 |
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 2 days ago
The University of Plymouth QS Ranking 2027 is #691 in the world. It has maintained its standing among the top 700 universities globally, consistently for the last 3 years. Year-on-Year QS World Ranking trends at Plymouth University are -
| Year | 2027 | 2026 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| QS World Rank | #691 | #613 | #661 |
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University of Plymouth is best known for its programs and research in Marine and Environmental Sciences, Engineering, Robotics, Healthcare, and Sustainability.
It also ranks among the top 100 UK universities in 2027 (#67 in Complete University Guide 2027).
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Answered 2 days ago
Yes, the Uni of Plymouth is generally worth it for Indian students as average annual starting salary earned by Plymouth Uni grads (GBP 28,340 or INR 36.45 Lakhs) easily makes up for the average annual tuiton costs (INR 18 Lakhs and INR 25.7 Lakhs per year).
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Answered 2 days ago
University of Plymouth UK ranking is #67 as per the Complete University Guide 2027. The Guardian ranks it #83 among UK colleges and universities in 2026.
Mentioned below are the Plymouth University UK ranking trends in recent years:
| Platform | 2027 | 2026 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Complete Universty Guide | #67 | #75 | #65 |
| The Guardian | TBA | #83 | #84 |
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Answered 2 days ago
No, the Uni Plymouth UK is not that hard to get into as an Indian student with an 85% acceptance rate. Students who meet the entry requirements (CGPA of 5.5 or above) for their specific course, English proficiency requirements, and apply on time have very good chances of studying here.
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