About us

Welcome to University of Plymouth  International College (UPIC).

UPIC is a pathway provider for University of Plymouth in Devon, UK. UPIC offers undergraduate pathways specifically for international students in a range of subjects including Business, Marketing, Law, Tourism, Engineering, Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Health, Hospitality, Engineering and Computing.

UPIC is based on the campus of University of Plymouth and although students studying at UPIC are mostly taught separately from the other University students, they have full access to all facilities on campus, including the library and IT labs. The students are also often taught by lecturers who also teach at the University. Whilst studying with UPIC, students also receive extra support in the areas of English language and ICT. Plymouth University international college is a pathway to Plymouth University. UPIC foundation, first-year and pre-Masters programmes lead to a wide range of undergraduate (Bachelors) and postgraduate (Masters) degrees at the University of Plymouth (UoP), a top 2 UK young university in the South West of England.
UPIC is a Navitas college and part of the University's city-centre campus. 
Who can apply?
Our courses are specially designed for EU and international students who don't have the high school leaving grades or level of English required for direct entry to the University. Since 2009, we have welcomed over 1,000 students from all over the world!  

Our courses are specially designed for EU and international students who don't have the high school leaving grades or level of English required for direct entry to the University. Since 2009, we have welcomed over 1,000 students from all over the world!

It's easy. Fill out our online application form or apply through one of our education advisers in your home country.

You can join us in January, May or September.

At Plymouth University International College (PUIC), our goal is your success. We offer a wide range of foundation and pre-Masters programmes in partnership with the University of Plymouth, which lead to undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. Your student experience is at the heart of everything we do – from application through to enrolment, teaching and assessment, we ensure that you are supported throughout your journey to graduation.
PUIC is part of the University’s city-centre campus; you will be taught by highly qualified tutors as we prepare you for a career in your chosen field, and our dedicated Student Services team will help you to achieve your potential.