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University of Plymouth Colleges
University of Plymouth Consistently
ranked one of the best modern
universities, the University of Plymouth
has 30,000 students and some of the best
teaching ratings in its sector. In
summer 2004 it was named as one of just
two universities to be awarded three
National Teaching Fellowships,
recognising excellence in teaching.
The University’s location in one of the
most scenic parts of the UK is hard to
beat. As well as the main campus in
Plymouth it has sites in Exeter and
Exmouth*. In addition the University is
responsible for all nursing and
midwifery training in the region and,
with the University of Exeter and the
NHS in the South West, provides
first-class education for tomorrow’s
doctors at
the Peninsula Medical School.
As well as its reputation for
high-quality courses Plymouth is widely
acknowledged as having one of the best
research performances among modern
universities, with 11 areas attaining
levels of national and international
excellence in the most recent Research
Assessment Exercise. The University is
investing heavily in facilities for its
students - recent investments include a
£30-million building for health and
related areas, extended and enhanced
library space, a refurbished Students’
Union and new sports facilities.
A further £30 million will be invested
in a new building to provide
state-of-the-art teaching accommodation
and a new home for the Faculty of Arts.
University of Plymouth Colleges
Truro College is part of University of
Plymouth Colleges (UPC) – a faculty of
the university that brings higher
education courses to local communities.
Made up of colleges throughout the South
West and working closely with employers,
UPC develops degrees and other
higher-level qualifications that are
designed to increase student employment
and career progression prospects.
The foundation and honours degrees
offered at the colleges are approved and
awarded by the University of Plymouth.
What can UPC do for me?
UPC brings degrees and other higher
education courses to your doorstep.
Whether you want to study full or part
time, UPC are likely to offer a course
that meets your needs and aspirations.
Many UPC students choose
to live at home which makes the cost of
university-level education more
affordable.
As a UPC student, you have the
opportunity to progress to an honours
degree course – either at the University
of Plymouth or at a college within the
partnership. Progression is normally to
the final year of a degree
but, for some specialised degree
courses, progression may be to the
second year.
What sort of facilities can I expect as
a UPC student?
In terms of academic study, all UPC
students have the same rights and status
as other University of Plymouth
students. In addition, you will be able
to benefit from the services that your
college can provide – as well as the
extra support and resources on offer at
the university’s main campuses.
The Disability ASSIST and the Earn and
Learn part-time employment services for
example, are available to UPC students –
as are the university’s careers service,
library, Routes to Higher Education
Enquiry Service and the expertise of its
student funding team.
Every UPC student can become a member of
UPSU – the University of Plymouth
Students’ Union. You can also use the
university’s sporting facilities, play
in its teams and join clubs, societies,
the choir and the orchestra.
Why choose UPC?
• Studying locally is much cheaper and
more convenient
• Many of the courses have been designed
with the help of local employers and are
aimed at providing local employment
opportunities
• Flexible study (both full and part
time) makes it easier to find the time
to learn
• Local colleges can offer top quality
education in an environment that is
smaller and more personal • There are
planned progression routes
to the next qualification level at the
university for most UPC courses
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