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Plumpton College

United Kingdom

Updated Sep 2026 · Source: plumpton.ac.uk

Overview

Institution Type: College
Control Type: Public

Plumpton College is a land-based further and higher education college on Ditchling Road near Lewes, East Sussex, set amid the Sussex countryside.

In partnership with the University of Greenwich, it offers degree-level study in subjects including wine production, veterinary nursing and sustainable land management, alongside further education and apprenticeship courses delivered from its AgriFood Centre and other specialist facilities. The college holds open events and drop-in enrolment sessions throughout the year, and also offers business services linked to its land-based expertise.

Location & Contact

Below are Plumpton College's address, location, and primary contact channels.

Academic Details

Plumpton College's student body, faculty composition, and recognition framework are below.

Total Students: 262

Programs Offered

Below are Plumpton College's active programmes, grouped by degree level, with search.

7 programmes on record. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United Kingdom

Honours Degree 3 programmes

Foundation 4 programmes

Scholarships in United Kingdom

Funding routes available to students in the United Kingdom are listed below.

Cambridge Trust International Scholarship
Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined · Covers Living
Covers tuition fees at the international rate, an annual maintenance stipend, and support towards the student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge, for postgraduate (and some undergraduate) study at Cambridge; there is no separate application form.
Gates Cambridge Scholarship
Gates Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined
Funds full-time or part-time PhD study, the one-year MLitt, or (with some exceptions) other one-year postgraduate courses at the University of Cambridge; fee and stipend amounts are set through the University's own student-funding process rather than published on the eligibility page.
Rhodes Scholarship
Rhodes Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 20,400 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living, Travel
Covers University of Oxford course and college fees, an annual stipend of £20,400 (£1,700 a month, 2025-26 rate), the Oxford application fee, student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge costs, two economy flights to and from the UK, and a settling-in allowance.
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarships and Leadership Programme
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 18,622 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living
Covers 100% of course fees and a living-cost grant (at least £18,622 a year through the St Antony's College partnership) for the full period of fee liability, plus participation in a tailored leadership programme.

How to apply to Plumpton College

A five-step path through the application process at Plumpton College.

  1. 1
    Research programmes at Plumpton College

    Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. Plumpton College runs 7 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.

  2. 2
    Review admissions criteria

    Before applying to Plumpton College, confirm you meet the academic, language, and document requirements for your chosen programme. International applicants should also check visa eligibility for United Kingdom.

  3. 3
    Gather supporting documents

    Standard documents: official transcripts, identity proof, language test results, personal statement, and references. Confirm exact requirements with Plumpton College's admissions office before assembling, as expectations vary by programme.

  4. 4
    Lodge your application

    Route your application through UCAS (ucas.com) for undergraduate entry to Plumpton College. For postgraduate entry, apply directly through Plumpton College's own admissions portal at www.plumpton.ac.uk.

  5. 5
    Confirm receipt and track progress

    Verify your application has been received by the admissions team. Monitor the portal for status updates, interview invitations, or document requests, and respond within the stated deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Plumpton College

Concise answers to common questions about Plumpton College.

Where is Plumpton College located?

Plumpton College is located in Lewes, United Kingdom.

Is Plumpton College a public or private institution?

It is a public higher-education institution.

What is the student enrolment at Plumpton College?

Student enrolment at Plumpton College is around 262.

How do I find Plumpton College online?

You can find Plumpton College online at www.plumpton.ac.uk.

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