Apply from Portugal

If you're a student from Portugal thinking of coming to study in Plymouth, you'll find all the essential information you need right here

If you’re a student in Portugal considering studying at the University of Plymouth, we’re here to support you every step of the way. 
On this page, you’ll find all the details about entry requirements, tuition fees, and funding options. You can also read about the experiences of other students to get a better sense of life at Plymouth and how they’ve navigated their own journey.
 

International tuition fees

Details of tuition fees for undergraduate and postgraduate taught programmes are available in the 'Fees, costs, and funding' section on the respective course webpage.
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International scholarships

To recognise outstanding achievement, the University of Plymouth offers scholarship schemes to help fund your studies. You could receive up to 50% off your tuition fees in your first year.
 

Entry requirements

Undergraduate

We require applicants to have completed a Diploma de Ensino Secundario (Diploma Nível Secundário de Educação / Certificado Nível Secundário de Educação), previously known as the Certificado do 12 ano. Applicants who hold other qualifications will be required to complete a Foundation Year programme or equivalent.
 
For applicants who do not meet the above requirements, there are foundation options available via the University of Plymouth and University of Plymouth International College (UPIC).
 
UCAS Tariff A-Level
144 AAA 18
136 AAB 17
128 ABB 17
120 BBB 16
112 BBC 16
104 BCC 15
 

Postgraduate

The standard requirement for entry to a taught masters programme is an undergraduate (bachelor) degree that is equivalent to a UK upper second class degree (2:1).
 
We require applicants to have completed a Licenciado OR a Diploma de Estudos Superiores Especializados - DESE with the following classification:
 
Portuguese Degree Classification - Numerical*
18 - 20 Muito Bom Com Distancao 1st
16 - 17 Bom Com Distancao 2:1
14 - 15 Bom 2:2
 

English language requirements

A recognised (e.g. IELTS) would be required, or successful completion of one of the University's pre-sessional English Language courses.
Student in classroom
 

Agents in Portugal

For further assistance and guidance, get in touch with our agents in Portugal. They will be happy to provide the support you need.
Information Planet Portugal
Address: Avenida D. Carlos I, 44-5, 1200 649, Lisboa
Email: hello@informationplanet.pt
Website:
OK Estudante
Address: Rua Alexandre Herculano, N° 2 - 1° Direito, 1150-006, Lisboa
Email: info@okestudante.pt
Website:
 

Find out what our students think

I would recommend undertaking a course with the University of Plymouth because there are many course options so there is something for everyone, and no matter what area of teaching the lecturers are passionate about their subject and that’s inspiring.

Read more from our international students

 

Next steps

We hope we've provided you with all the information you need. If you have any further questions, please contact our team at international@plymouth.ac.uk, or by phoning +44 (0)1752 588049.