Plymouth · England
Arts University Plymouth: graduate earnings and subjects
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Five years after graduating, Arts University Plymouth graduates had median earnings of £22,700 (middle half: £16,500–£27,900), compared with £33,700 across all GB higher education institutions. 83.6% were in sustained work or further study. The highest-earning subject area was Creative arts and design (£22,700). Source: DfE LEO, 2023–24 tax year.
- Median pay after 1 year
- £18,300
- Median pay after 5 years
- £22,700
- In work or study after 5 years
- 83.6%
- Graduates in 5-year cohort
- 330
- Subject areas with data
- 3
- CourseToJob subject guides
- 3

What do Arts University Plymouth graduates earn by subject?
Official dataCreative arts and design graduates had the highest five-year median at Arts University Plymouth (£22,700) among subject areas with at least 20 graduates measured. The final column shows the same subject across all GB higher education institutions, for context.
| Subject area | 1 year | 3 years | 5 years | In work or study, 5 yrs | All GB HEIs, 5 yrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creative arts and design315 graduates at 5 years | £18,300 | £22,700 | £22,700 | 83.9% | £27,100 |
| Media, journalism and communications | £17,200 | £23,200 | — | — | £28,500 |
| Performing arts20 graduates at 5 years | — | £24,000 | — | 77.8% | £26,000 |
| All subjects at Arts University Plymouth | £18,300 | £22,700 | £22,700 | 83.6% | £33,700 |
A dash means DfE did not publish a figure, usually because the cohort was small. Each column is a different graduating cohort. Compare subjects nationally.
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Arts University Plymouth: frequently asked questions
How much do Arts University Plymouth graduates earn?
DfE LEO data for the 2023–24 tax year shows median earnings for UK-domiciled first-degree graduates of Arts University Plymouth of £18,300 one year after graduating, £22,700 after three years and £22,700 after five years. Each figure is a different graduating cohort, and pay varies widely by subject.
Is Arts University Plymouth good for graduate employment?
83.6% of Arts University Plymouth first-degree graduates were in sustained employment, further study or both five years after graduating, against 88.7% across all GB higher education institutions. Outcomes reflect subject mix, entry grades and where graduates live as well as the university, so compare the specific subject you want to study.
How do I apply to Arts University Plymouth?
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