Three hours from London by rail and three-and-a-half by road.
How accessible is the University campus in Plymouth?
The main campus in Plymouth is undergoing extensive investment, redevelopment and refurbishment, as outlying campuses in Newton Abbott, Exeter and Exmouth relocate to Plymouth. The city-centre campus now boasts some strikingly modern architecture, with sustainability a key feature. It is adjacent to the rail station and main shopping area, and close to the sea.
How are the surroundings of Plymouth?
Students in Plymouth are close to Dartmoor and the beaches of Devon and Cornwall. Good social scene and watersports galore - surfing, sailing and diving in particular.
How green is Plymouth?
Excellent - came second out of 120 universities graded by People & Planet for their 'Green League 2007', an assessment of environmental performance.
How big is Plymouth University?
It is the largest university in the South-West: around 30,000 students including 24,000 undergraduates.
What is nightlife in Plymouth like?
There is a vibrant student union. Amazing number of clubs in Plymouth, students' union has its own nightclub with late license at weekend.
How much is temporary accommodation?
Varies from £69 per week minimum (self-catering) to £127 maximum.
How high are rents for a longer stay in Plymouth?
Not too bad - private rents in Plymouth are around £60 or £65 per week. The Student Accommodation Service can either provide accommodation in Halls of Residence or provide assistance in finding privately owned accommodation to rent, which is in plentiful supply in attractive surroundings. 90 per cent of student rooms are wired for internet access.
Which GMAT score is required to enter the MBM programme?
No GMAT score is required in particular.
How are the facilities within the Graduate Business School like?
There are special lecture rooms with full multi-media IT facilities, a computer suite with long open hours, free printing and photocopying plus all the facilities throughout the University of Plymouth.
What else can be considered “added value” when studying in Plymouth?
Plymouth is a leader in education for sustainable development. Its Centre for Sustainable Futures is embedding sustainability into the curriculum and all aspects of campus life. A recent example is the 'eco garden' that forms part of the Students' Union. Growing emphasis on employability through 'Skills Plus', which encourages engagement in opportunities during student years (volunteering, work based learning, early careers guidance and relevant part time/vacation work).
Which institution rewards the degree MSc Business and Management?
This degree is awarded by the University of Plymouth.
Are any grants, subsidies or loans available for MBM students?
This depends on the scholarships provided by the home country. As a German student you might be entitled for an “Auslands Bafög”.
When will the registration period start and end?
You will be able to register from October until July for the start in September 2010.
How is it possible to obtain the MBM degree within 12 months, normally it takes two years of full time studies to obtain a Master’s degree?
This is possible due to the intensity of the programme and the missing summer break.
