Apply from Malawi

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

If you’re a student in Malawi 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. Use our course search tool to find the course you wish to apply for.

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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 the Cambridge Overseas Higher School Certificate. Applicants who have completed the Malawi School Certificate of Education will also be required to complete a Foundation Year (UPIC) programme or equivalent.

Postgraduate

We require applicants to have completed a Bachelor degree from a recognised institution when studied for at least 4 years and in the following fields: Engineering, Law, Medicine/Surgery and Veterinary Science. We are also able to consider a Postgraduate Diploma.
Malawi Degree Classification - Percentage Malawi Degree classification - CGPA out of 4.00 Malawi Degree Classification UK Degree Classification
80% - 100% 3.60 - 4.00 First Class 1st
70% - 79% 3.00 - 3.59 Upper Second Class / First Class 2:1
65% - 69% 2.50 - 2.99 Lower Second Class / Upper Second Class 2:2
 

Find out what our students think

There is so much to do at the University, with all the clubs, societies, and all your course mates that you will never feel alone.

The University of Plymouth not only provides you with an education but also with an experience of self-discovery and opportunities of personal development.

The International Student Advice team is always available to help. Various sessions are held to help international students get to know each other and interact with fellow students.