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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
International Logistics and Supply Chain Management
University of Plymouth
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the International Logistics and Supply Chain Management course at University of Plymouth.
Select a qualification to see required grades
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
C
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
Most popular A-levels studied
The International Logistics and Supply Chain Management course at University of Plymouth features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
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| Geography | B |
| Mathematics | D |
| Psychology | C |
| Sociology | D |
| Biology | D |
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Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: J9N8
Here's what University of Plymouth says about its International Logistics and Supply Chain Management course.
International shipping is a crucial industry, essential for transporting goods like coffee and computers. Professional shipping managers make complex decisions that keep the global economy moving. This industry handles the majority of the world's trade, serving as the backbone of global commerce. Our specialized top-up degree builds on your previous academic achievements or work experience, equipping you with the skills needed to thrive in this dynamic, global, and expanding field.
Our career-focused degree prepares you to navigate industry complexities by conducting in-depth analyses of the supply chain and logistics sector and examining the latest regulations and governance in ports, shipping, and supply chain management. You’ll delve into a variety of topics affecting this global industry, enhancing your understanding of international shipping and supply chain management through diverse modules.
In this program, you'll explore environmental issues, current regulations, and governance while honing essential business and management skills to kickstart your logistics career. Bridge the gap from your prior qualifications or experience and gain the expert knowledge necessary to enter this vibrant industry.
Master the essential skills for a thriving career in international shipping. Our programme goes beyond theory, equipping you with hands-on experience in critical thinking, effective communication, and innovative problem-solving, tailored specifically for the dynamic global shipping industry.
Take advantage of our International Shipping and Logistics Group’s connections with key commercial and international maritime organizations, such as the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers, The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, and The Nautical Institute.
Completion of this top-up programme may lead to masters degrees in a variety of business and finance areas including a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or a MSc International Logistics and Supply Chain Management, MSc Operations and Supply Chain Management, and MSc International Procurement and Supply Chain Management. If you prefer to move straight into your career, this top-up course is a great way to embark on a graduate role in logistics and supply chain management.
Open to UK and international students with a business, international logistics and supply chain management level 5 qualification such as a foundation degree or equivalent. Apply today.
Source: University of Plymouth
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
Plymouth Business School
Location
Main Site | Plymouth
Duration
1 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Logistics
• Transport planning
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
The modules you will study
You’ll delve into a variety of topics affecting this global industry, enhancing your understanding of international shipping and supply chain management through diverse modules.
In this program, you'll explore environmental issues, current regulations, and governance while honing essential business and management skills to kickstart your logistics career. Bridge the gap from your prior qualifications or experience and gain the expert knowledge necessary to enter this vibrant industry.
How you will be assessed
For up to date details, please refer to our website or contact the institution directly
University of Plymouth student reviews
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1st year student
1 year ago
There are lots of societies, thereu2019s nearly always something going on and the SU does lots of theme nights (like Halloween and stuff), some societies occasionally join together to do stuff and quite a few offer trips and do pub quizzes as well as regular socials. The SU also does food and drinks...
1st year student
1 year ago
Campus is quite lively, the SU is always doing something, Iu2019m not really a going out person but the clubs are a bit pricey for drinks but the Wetherspoonu2019s are goodrnThere are loads of societies, so thereu2019s something for everyonernPlymouth has just about everything you need shop-wise wit...
1st year student
1 year ago
The uni halls are way overpriced priced compared to the private sector halls which are inarguably nicer and you still get all the residence life events which they donu2019t tell you at open days.rnFood prices are ok - but my loan doesnu2019t cover my accommodation costs so it is a bit tight especia...
1st year student
1 year ago
Academic support is good, I have a great tutor and when Iu2019ve reached out to lecturers they are all more than happy to meet with me or answer questions both in email and at breaks or ends of lectures.rnDisability services have been really good and have been more than accommodating to my needs.rnS...
1st year student
1 year ago
The accommodation Iu2019m in is ok, the room is a decent size (could use a fresh coat of paint) but the windows donu2019t block any sound whatsoever and so when people are being rowdy you can hear it clear as day, and also the street we are on seems to be used as a racetrack? There is, nearly every ...
1st year student
1 year ago
My course is amazing, we have started from the basics which is really good for me and most of my lecturers explain everything really well, for the most part my timetable is very reasonable and completely manageable, my modules all run very smoothly and are easy to follow and they are recorded which ...
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Plymouth
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
The International Logistics and Supply Chain Management course at University of Plymouth features content from more than one subject area. Using the options below, you can see ratings from students who took courses in each of these subject areas at this uni
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Teaching on my course
83%
low
Teaching on my course
83%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
86%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
78%
low
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
85%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
84%
med
Learning opportunities
78%
low
Learning opportunities
78%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
87%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
69%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
66%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
91%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
78%
med
Assessment and feedback
67%
low
Assessment and feedback
67%
low
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
82%
low
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
65%
low
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
50%
low
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
76%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
62%
low
Academic support
84%
med
Academic support
84%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
87%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
81%
low
Organisation and management
54%
low
Organisation and management
54%
low
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
61%
low
How well organised is your course?
47%
low
Learning resources
79%
low
Learning resources
79%
low
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
73%
low
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
94%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
71%
low
Student voice
67%
low
Student voice
67%
low
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
58%
low
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
70%
low
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
74%
low
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
74%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
86%
low
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
79%
med
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
77%
low
Teaching on my course
77%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
73%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
87%
low
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
73%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
73%
low
Learning opportunities
75%
low
Learning opportunities
75%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
80%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
67%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
73%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
87%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
67%
low
Assessment and feedback
72%
low
Assessment and feedback
72%
low
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
80%
low
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
80%
low
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
67%
low
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
47%
low
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
87%
med
Academic support
90%
med
Academic support
90%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
100%
high
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
80%
low
Organisation and management
50%
low
Organisation and management
50%
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How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
60%
low
How well organised is your course?
40%
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Learning resources
82%
med
Learning resources
82%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
73%
low
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
80%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
93%
high
Student voice
64%
low
Student voice
64%
low
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
47%
low
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
80%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
67%
low
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
50%
low
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
87%
low
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
86%
med
Student information
The International Logistics and Supply Chain Management course at University of Plymouth features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
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Earnings after graduation
The International Logistics and Supply Chain Management course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for University of Plymouth graduate earnings across each of those subject areas.
Earnings
£29.6k
First year after graduation
£35.8k
Third year after graduation
£37.6k
Fifth year after graduation
Earnings
£25.6k
First year after graduation
£29.2k
Third year after graduation
£31.6k
Fifth year after graduation
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