Explore our teaching, research and support facilities

At the University of Plymouth, we are significantly investing in our campus and facilities to ensure a first-class learning, research and working environment
Architecture students in studio
 
 
<ºÚÁÏÉçÇø>Teaching and learning facilities
We pride ourselves on providing exceptional teaching and learning facilities that allow you to thrive academically and professionally. Our facilities are designed to enhance your learning experience and offer practical, hands-on opportunities for skills development.
Our specialised laboratories, industry-specific simulators and collaborative learning spaces set us up to deliver a high-class experience across a range of academic disciplines and programmes of study.Ìý
See our facilities for yourself by visiting us an open day.

Digital Fabrication Digital Fabrication and Immersive Media Laboratories
 Offering access to cutting-edge technology such as motion-capture, augmented and extended reality and a wide array of digital fabrication tools

Law clinic students using sound proof booths Law Clinic
 Gain valuable professional experience working with real cases and clients in the community

Crime suite / murder house, forensic criminology and policing facility.Interview room, CCTV monitoring and two way glass. Edited for Hero. Crime Suite
 Test your forensic recovery skills using simulated crime scene locations and scenarios

Faculty of Business students in the Bloomberg Interactive Learning Suite Bloomberg Interactive Learning Suite
 Analyse the markets, assess economic scenarios and interpret key news developments

Clinical Skills Resource Centre Clinical Skills Resource Centre
 Learn skills at your own pace in a safe and supported environment

Falcon Spirit Fully equipped fleet of boats
 Develop your marine science learning aboard boats with the latest instrumentation and specialist software

 
 
Brunel BuildingÌý
Home to engineering equipment and fabrication workshops
Babbage BuildingÌý
State-of-the-art design and engineering facility
Cookworthy BuildingÌý
A hub of teaching and study space
Davy BuildingÌý
Teaching and research facilities for scientific discovery
Derriford Research FacilityÌý
Advancement in the field of health
Emdeck BuildingÌý
Modern teaching facilities in walking distance to main campus
Fitzroy Building
The new home for our Plymouth Business School
InterCity Place
Home for allied health professions
John Bull BuildingÌý
One of the main locations for our medical and dentistry students
Link Building
Extensive teaching and research facilities
Marine Building
Marine and ocean teaching and research
Marine StationÌý
Study the ocean at the water's edge
Nancy Astor BuildingÌý
Modern clinical skills labs and educational facilities
Portland Square BuildingÌý
A hub for teaching and learning across multiple disciplines
Roland Levinsky Building
Skyline-breaking home for creative arts and culture
Rolle BuildingÌý
Education, health and music facilities
Scott BuildingÌý
Historic building with a range of modern media studios and facilities
Smeaton Building
State-of-the-art facilities for computing, gaming and robotics students
The HouseÌý
High-quality theatre and performance facilities
 
 
 
<ºÚÁÏÉçÇø>Social and leisure facilities
We believe in promoting a balanced lifestyle, where you can excel academically while enjoying a fulfilling and enjoyable student life. That's why we provide a range of sports and leisure facilities to cater to your individual interests, both on campus and in the surrounding area.
Drake's KitchenÌý

Food and drink on campus

View of exterior of the Students' Union

Students' Union

gym - Nancy Astor Sports Centre

Sports facilities

 

Plymouth is an amazing university because of the location and atmosphere, and also the amount it offers. The Students’ Union offers a fantastic range of support and events and the city feels really safe.

 
 
<ºÚÁÏÉçÇø>Research facilities
Our research facilities empower students, academics and external organisations to drive innovation and make impactful contributions to their fields.
We offer state-of-the-art research laboratories and specialised equipment to facilitate collaborative research projects, experiments, data analysis, and the development of groundbreaking solutions to real-world challenges.Ìý
Collaborate with us

Maritime Simulation Laboratory

Facilities for floating offshore wind operations

The MRI Laboratory at the Brain Research and Imaging Centre

Brain Research and Imaging Centre

Cyber-SHIP Lab researchers at work

Cyber-SHIP Lab

 
 
Plymouth Electron Microscopy CentreÌý
Providing a comprehensive range of light and electron microscopesÌý
Analytical facilitiesÌý
Offering internationally renowned analytical capabilities and expertise
Babylab
Improving our understanding of how babies develop their amazing abilities
SoAIR Laboratory
Researching multidisciplinary knowledge in robotics and AI, cognitive science, and computational linguistics
UK Floating Offshore Wind Turbine Test (UK FOWTT) facility
ÌýA first-of-its-kind facility within the UK, that enables physical modelling experiments with wind, wave, and currents simultaneously.Ìý
Coastal, Ocean and Sediment Transport (COAST) laboratoryÌý
Providing world class test facilities and specialist support to students, researchers, academics and industry
Wolfson Nanomaterials and Devices LaboratoryÌý
Clean room based laboratory for leading edge research in nano-spintronics.Ìý
Professional Diving TeamÌý
Providing support and training to researchers and professional diving services to businesses
<ºÚÁÏÉçÇø>Student learning and support services
At Plymouth, we are dedicated to providing a comprehensive range of learning and support services to support your academic success and personal development.
International Student Tinotenda Nyemba talking to two other studentsÌý