Available for use by all students, Fab Lab South West offers the latest in digital design technology including a 3D scanner, 3D printer, CNC milling machine, laser cutter and more.

The university has also invested £8 million in its craft, design and fabrication workshops. These include jewellery studios, printed textile design workshops, glass-blowing houses, and ceramics spaces.

The Equipment Resource Centre (ERC) is an equipment library with a growing collection of over 6,500 items, available to loan to students. These include digital kits and classic analogue devices.

The Imprint Print Lab and Digital Print Bureau is a professional printing service open to all staff and students, and the university library houses over 20,000 specialist books.

Arts University Plymouth students on whatuni say:

''The facilities are amazing and the staff are extremely helpful.''

''One of the best things about the course is that we are given access to so many different facilities and equipment to use.''

''The range of facilities on offer beats other arts unis by a mile.''

Homes for Students are one of Arts University Plymouth's trusted partners, and they help match students with a range of housing options ideally located near the university campus.

There are options in Plymouth to suit everyone, and international students are recommended a selection of halls and studio accommodation with a No Visa, No Pay policy.

Full details can be viewed on the university website, and students can also contact the accommodation team for advice and guidance.

Arts University Plymouth students on whatuni say:

''Uni halls are close to the building.''

''The building itself is really nice and doesn't feel overwhelming.''

''I love my uni halls, it's in a good location.''

As part of the university's commitment to access and participation, there is a package of financial support available to support students with the greatest additional needs. This enables students to fully partake in university life and have the same opportunities as others to complete their course and progress to graduate employment or further study.

Arts University Plymouth also has a selection of awards and discounts open to students who have previously studied there. These include the Alumni Progression Award which offers a 15% discount on MA or MFA course fees for graduates of undergraduate, pre-degree and foundation diplomas in art and design, who enrol on a postgraduate course at Plymouth.

For new students joining in the academic cycle 2025/26, fees for BA (Hons) and Extended BA (Hons) degrees for UK students are £9,535 per year. The fees for part-time undergraduate programmes are £4,767.

For EU and International students joining the university in 2025/26, fees for BA (Hons) degrees are £17,250 per year. Scholarships of up to £2,000 per year may be available for international students, subject to eligibility and availability.

Arts University Plymouth offers a wide range of creative disciplines, from undergraduate and extended-degree pathways to postgraduate study options. Students benefit from expert teaching across design, media, and fine art—delivered by tutors who are both creative practitioners and educators deeply embedded in their fields. Each subject is taught by a blend of academics, industry professionals and technical experts, ensuring students gain a versatile range of creative practice, technical skills, and real-world insights.

Arts University Plymouth strives to attract the best and most talented creatives. That's why all of its pre-degree level courses have excellent transfer rates to the university's undergraduate degrees.

The university has also been recognised for the quality of its teaching, being awarded TEF Silver across all three categories in the Teaching Excellence Framework 2023.

Arts University Plymouth students on whatuni say:

''The best aspects of my course is that I get to do everything. I have access to most departments which is helping me to decide what I would actually like to choose in my journey to take through the rest of my time at university.''

''Great facility with amazing staff. Good opportunities to try all of the arts.''

Arts University Plymouth offers a range of undergraduate, postgraduate and pre-degree studies across art, design and digital media. Its two city centre campuses are also home to Fab Lab South West and MIRROR at Arts University Plymouth, a public-facing gallery that has shown work by Martin Parr, Rose Wiley and Matt Stokes, as well as hosting the British Art Show 9.

Fab Lab South West is unique within a network of 50 in the UK and over 1,000 FabLabs worldwide. This is because it is centred in a broader industrial context of design and manufacturing facilities including a large jewellery workshop, extensive textile print studios and a glasshouse – the perfect setting for the fusion of traditional art practices with cutting-edge digital technologies.

Arts University Plymouth is associated with many of the UK's top creative groups:

• Founding Associate of Tate Exchange
• Council Member of the Creative Industries Federation UK Advisory
• Member of the Crafts Council Advisory Group
• Steering Group Member of the Cultural Learning Alliance

Arts University Plymouth is the founder of Making Futures, a biennial international research conference exploring contemporary craft and maker movements as ‘change agents' in 21st-century society.

Arts University Plymouth students on whatuni say:

''Students considered in every aspect.''

''We have a lot of freedom in the subject matter we can explore.''

''We get given live briefs to work on that set us up for what working in the industry could be like along with a large amount of resources to help gather information and research.''

More than 40,000 students call Plymouth home, and it's not hard to see why.

There's a wealth of beautiful countryside and coastlines to explore, including the breathtaking landscapes of Dartmoor, and Plymouth itself offers a variety of new arts and enterprise centres, including The Box which houses the museum and city archives. There is a large shopping centre, with big name brands and at night students can enjoy in one of Plymouth's many pubs, bars and clubs.

Arts University Plymouth Students' Union operates a variety of clubs and societies where students can make new friends and get involved in student life. Clubs include everything from football, LGBTQ+, International societies, to cinema and design, and are open to everyone to join.

Students are also welcome to establish new clubs and societies and will be supported in doing so.

The students' union looks after student interests and provides services, including events and networking opportunities. All student union officers work voluntarily, with the exception of the SU president who works full-time. The team is elected once a year by the university's students.

Arts University Plymouth students on whatuni say:

''I love the uni facilities and SU.''

''There are plenty of pop ups and events that occur throughout the week, which helps with students coming together.''

''Best aspects is the people you meet.''

Arts University Plymouth considers each student's academic success and mental well-being a priority, and prides itself on its excellent counselling services. Arts University Plymouth ensures students have fast and flexible access to counselling, with no limit on the number of sessions they can attend. A simple self-booking system allows students to choose appointments that suit their schedule, promoting ease and independence.

Support is wide-ranging and accessible through various platforms, including the student support portal, the counselling site and the dedicated wellbeing site, which together cover everything from bereavement to LGBTQ+ support. These resources offer both immediate guidance and options to connect with more specialised professional help.

In addition to online services, the university's student hub and students' union foster a welcoming, supportive community on campus. The main student support office, located at Tavistock Place, is open during term time from 8:30am to 5pm and from 8:30am to 4:30pm outside of term. Students can drop in at any time without needing an appointment, making help available when it's most.

Arts University Plymouth students on whatuni say:

''The networking and peer support are exceptional.''

''Although I haven't used it myself, I am aware of fantastic student support.''

''Found the best aspects of my university is the welcoming atmosphere, everyone is so friendly and you can always feel you can talk to anyone.''

Arts University Plymouth aims to support students who want to work in the creative industries. To do this they provide careers advice to students for up to three years after graduation, as well as offering work placements and internship opportunities while students are still completing their studies.

The university also offers workshops and guest lectures to help students learn from those who have succeeded in the creative industries, giving them an understanding of the journeys that similar people have taken before them. This brings an opportunity to engage with active professionals who may give industry insights and first-hand advice. Meanwhile the university's job wall posts a range of paid jobs and commissions that students can undertake while at the university.

The university also enjoys a good relationship with the art world, with a thriving programme of visiting artists, exhibitions and partnership activities that help bridge the gap between study and work. Arts University Plymouth has an excellent graduate employment rate, with over 95% of its graduates working or studying 15 months after graduating.