Explore our learning and support services

We are dedicated to providing a comprehensive range of learning and support services that support the academic success and personal development of our students
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Learning services

Our learning services are designed to foster an engaging and inclusive learning environment, empowering students to achieve their full potential.
We understand that students may face challenges during their studies, and our academic support services are here to provide guidance and assistance. Our team of academic advisors and tutors offer one-on-one support, workshops, and study skills sessions to help students develop effective study strategies, improve time management, enhance critical thinking, and excel in their coursework.
Careers Service
Information, advice and guidance for students and graduates on building skills, experience and contacts to improve employability
Digital skills support
Providing you with the resources, tools and technologies to support you in the development of your digital skills and capabilities
English Language Centre
Offering a range of courses to help you develop your academic English language skills before and during your studies
IT services
Help, advice or support with any aspect of IT
LABplus Resource Centre
A flexible learning space supporting student study, practical and laboratory work
Languages Café
Relaxed conversations across languages and across cultures
Law Clinic
Providing hands on experience for students and a vital service to the local community
Library services
Library and digital support work right across the University
Peer-assisted learning scheme (PALS)
Regular study sessions for students run by students
Student Digital Champions
Offering peer support in using digital technologies
Student Learning services
Working with students and staff to improve our students' learning experience
SUM:UP mathematics and statistics drop-in
Providing expert on-demand advice on all aspects of undergraduate and postgraduate mathematics and statistics
Writing Café
Offering a welcoming space where you can explore techniques and strategies to improve as a writer
 
 
Maria Alexandra Negrea

The variety of services and amount of support the Careers Service offer is amazing. I reached out to the careers team from my earliest steps in my job search and they stayed with me to the end. The members of staff offered me valuable advice at every session and built up my courage to go further. Thanks to them, I attended the interview a lot calmer, and it proved to be a success.

Maria Alexandra Negrea
MSc International Business graduate
 
 
 

Support services

We are committed to the well-being and success of our students and staff. To ensure a supportive and inclusive environment, we offer a comprehensive range of support services that cater to various aspects of life.
Cost of living support
Access the University of Plymouth's support for students experiencing rising costs
Disability Inclusion Services
Helping with your study support requirements if you have an impairment, health condition or disability
Equality, diversity and inclusion
Information and support about equality, diversity and inclusion at the University of Plymouth
International student advice
Offering free specialist advice on immigration to study
Pastoral and spiritual support for all faiths and none
Offering support for the whole university community, whether you think of yourself as spiritual, religious, a person of faith or of no faith at all
Speak Up
Report abuse, harm or hate
Student Financial Support Team
Support and advice on all aspects of student funding
Student Hub
The University’s first point of contact for all non-academic student queries. Our dedicated advisers are here to help you to get the most out of your time at university
Student wellbeing support
Offering one-to-one appointments, drop-in sessions, workshops, groups and self-help materials
SU:Advice
Dedicated to supporting you throughout your university journey, offering valuable guidance and assistance on a wide range of issues, all free of charge
Urgent wellbeing help
Support if you're concerned about your own or someone else’s immediate wellbeing or safety
Security
Providing 24-hour security cover for the University as well as out of hours emergency support. We provide advice and guidance to staff and students on how to keep themselves safe and how to protect their property.
Zara Roddis

I used a lot of support services that helped me learn the balance between home and study life. The staff members in services such as The Hub are lovely, and the lecturers go above and beyond to help you succeed.

Other services

In addition to learning and support services. we also provide various resources to ensure our students' needs are covered. Explore accommodation options, nursery facilities, and our dedicated medical centre.
Accommodation service
Information about student accommodation options and how to apply
Freshlings Nursery
Offering childcare to staff, students and the wider University community for children aged 0-5 years
GeoMapping
Providing expertise in Mapping and Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
University Medical Centre
Offering students a dedicated, purpose-built GP surgery
Postgraduate student in digital marketing, Sandesh, accessing advice from Careers Service
Student ambassador helps a new student move into student halls accommodation
Student and advisor sitting talking in the University's Careers service office
 
 
 

Teaching, research and support facilities

At Plymouth, we are dedicated to your success and to ensuring that your university experience is exceptional from beginning to end.
We provide a range of teaching, learning and research facilities that allow you to thrive academically and professionally, alongside social and leisure facilities that help you to maintain a balanced lifestyle.
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