Arts University Plymouth
URN: 130650 • Plymouth PL4 8AT
Overview
- Name
- Arts University Plymouth
- URN
- 130650
- Type
- Higher education institutions
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Paul Fieldsend-Danks (since 2025) , Chief Executive and Principal
- Telephone
- 01752203434
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Tavistock Place, Plymouth PL4 8AT
Summary
      Arts University Plymouth is a mixed higher education institution located in Plymouth, offering a range of creative degree programmes. The university is renowned for its strong emphasis on student satisfaction, consistently ranking among the top institutions in the UK for this metric. It has been recognised as the University of the Year for the South West in 2025 and is celebrated for its high-quality student experience, particularly in arts, drama, and music.
The curriculum at Arts University Plymouth is designed to foster practical skills alongside theoretical knowledge, encouraging students to explore various creative disciplines. The university promotes a collaborative environment, allowing students to engage with peers from diverse artistic backgrounds. This approach not only enhances learning but also prepares students for professional careers in the creative industries.
Additionally, Arts University Plymouth supports its students through various initiatives, including open days and a dedicated clearing process for those looking to join. The institution is committed to providing a vibrant community that inspires creativity and innovation, making it an appealing choice for aspiring artists and designers.
      The curriculum at Arts University Plymouth is designed to foster practical skills alongside theoretical knowledge, encouraging students to explore various creative disciplines. The university promotes a collaborative environment, allowing students to engage with peers from diverse artistic backgrounds. This approach not only enhances learning but also prepares students for professional careers in the creative industries.
Additionally, Arts University Plymouth supports its students through various initiatives, including open days and a dedicated clearing process for those looking to join. The institution is committed to providing a vibrant community that inspires creativity and innovation, making it an appealing choice for aspiring artists and designers.
Useful links
- WhatsappContact us onWhatsapp (sen)
- Tavistock PlacePlymouth, PL4 8AT Devon, England (other)
- Staff Login (other)
- Student Login (other)
- Cookie Declaration (other)
- Times Higher: #2 in the UK for Student SatisfactionArts University Plymouth has been ranked 2nd in the UK for student satisfaction by Times Higher Education.Arrow Right (other)
- Pre-Degree rated GOOD by OfstedInspectors praised the “excellent” behaviour of students and highlighted the benefits for pupils of being linked closely to an arts university.Arrow Right (other)
- Top-scoring specialist arts university in the UKArts University Plymouth ranks as top UK specialist arts university for student experience for the fourth consecutive year in the 2025 National Student Survey.Arrow Right (other)
- Facebookfacebook.com/artsuniplym (other)
- Instagram@artsuniplym (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Mill Ford School (66.0)
- Woodlands School (63.4)
- A.C.E - Alternative Complementary Education (60.2)
- University of Plymouth (58.7)
- Brook Green Centre for Learning (58.6)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% | 
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| 2025-07-14 | |||||
| 2024-09-11 | |||||
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| 2021-09-11 | |||||
| 2020-09-11 | 
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