Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.
Relevant term
Fall 2026
Campus terms
4
Local details
5
Academic calendar
Fall 2026 runs Aug 29, 2026 – Dec 19, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
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4 terms
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I
IMarEST
Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology, the professional body partner for many MLA programs
M
MLA
Metropolitan Learning Academy, the official name of the college
T
Total Tutor
The name of the college's bespoke online learning platform and Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)
U
UoP
University of Plymouth, the institution that validates and awards MLA College degrees
Places and practicalities
Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
5 details
APL
Accreditation of Prior Learning, the process for students to gain credit for previous work experience or certifications
RPEL
Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning, a specific route for maritime professionals to enter degree programs
Student Portal
The administrative hub for managing enrollment, fees, and personal student records
The Merchant
The college's physical headquarters and teaching facility located on St Andrew Street in Plymouth
VLE
Virtual Learning Environment, the primary digital space for accessing lectures and course materials
Quick answers
Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 runs Aug 29, 2026 – Dec 19, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
4 approved campus terms and 5 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.
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Timezone
Europe/London
Median Rent
$1,900
Cost of Living Index
120
Student Population
9,000
City Transportation
Walkability
55
Bikeability
45
Public Transit
Plymouth and Brockton bus, MBTA Commuter Rail (Kingston/Route 3 and Plymouth lines historically, current service via nearby stations)
Nearest Airports
Plymouth Municipal Airport, Logan International Airport (regional access)
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48°F
Avg Snowfall
65 in
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