We are keen to encourage as many people as possible to take advantage of opportunities in higher education. Throughout Devon, Cornwall and Somerset, and on the Channel Island of Jersey, there are colleges where you can study for the first year of a University of Plymouth degree. We hold the Queen's Anniversary Prize in recognition of the quality of this work throughout the region. Programmes also include one year Certificates of Higher Education, two year HNDs, Diplomas of Higher Education and some complete degrees, making it easier for many of our students to begin their studies closer to home.
Programmes usually have a link to higher level studies based on one of our main campuses.
Our Partner College programmes are ideal for those who cannot easily travel to the main University campuses, and also for those who seek the particular specialisms offered, or who want the advantage of study in a smaller academic community. Facilities in the Partner Colleges will not be as extensive as those available on the main University campuses, but there will be excellent provision for study of the specialist programmes on offer, many of which are not available elsewhere. College libraries are linked to the main University library. All programmes are linked to an appropriate Faculty of the University. There may be opportunities to continue studies at the University after completing a programme at a partner institution through the CATS scheme .