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Anglia Ruskin University

Cambridge · QS World #1001

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Goldsmiths, University of London

London · QS World #701

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 10 datapoints

We looked at 10 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

4/10

Anglia Ruskin

scored higher in 4 categories

VS

6/10

Goldsmiths

scored higher in 6 categories

Quick Verdict

Goldsmiths, University of London leads in 6 of 10 categories where both have data (ranking, satisfaction, employment, international, scholarship). Anglia Ruskin University is ahead on TEF, established, graduate salary, courses.

Anglia Ruskin University vs Goldsmiths, University of London at a glance

Anglia Ruskin University and Goldsmiths, University of London both teach 31 subject areas, the largest being Media & Film Studies, Computer Science and Sociology & Criminology. Anglia Ruskin University offers 512 courses across 83 subject areas; Goldsmiths, University of London offers 291 courses across 39 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,500 a year at Anglia Ruskin University and £22,000 at Goldsmiths, University of London: Anglia Ruskin University is about £4,500 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,600 a year at Anglia Ruskin University and £22,000 at Goldsmiths, University of London: Anglia Ruskin University is about £3,400 a year cheaper.

Of the 15 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Goldsmiths, University of London is higher in 12 and Anglia Ruskin University in 2, with 1 about level. The widest gap is in Games Design & Computer Animation: £22,000 three years after graduating from Anglia Ruskin University, against £31,000 from Goldsmiths, University of London. Of the 19 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Anglia Ruskin University is higher in 11 and Goldsmiths, University of London in 7, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

Compare world and national league table positions, TEF ratings, and Russell Group membership.

#1001
QS World
#701
#601
THE World
#501
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Guardian UK
#84
1858
Established
1891
No
Russell Group
No
Silver
TEF Rating
Bronze

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.

Anglia Ruskin University

Goldsmiths, University of London

82.5%
85.4%

Satisfaction

Student satisfaction with teaching (NSS Survey, out of 100%)

£30,700
£29,600

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

82%
83%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

20.8%
40.3%

International

International student share

512
291

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

12
29

Scholarships

Number of scholarships

International Community

Where do international students come from?

Top source countries based on official HESA enrolment data. A higher diversity of nationalities often means a richer campus experience.

Anglia Ruskin

93 countries · 20.8% international

  • 🇮🇳India43.6%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan12.2%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria9.4%
  • 🇰🇪Kenya5.3%
  • 🇦🇪United Arab Emirates4%
VS

Goldsmiths

59 countries · 40.3% international

  • 🇨🇳China54.1%
  • 🇺🇸United States7.4%
  • 🌐Korea (South)4.7%
  • 🇮🇳India4.4%
  • 🌐Taiwan2.2%

Subjects

31 subjects you can study at both

Courses listed at each university in the subject, and the typical (median) international fee a year. Select a count to see the courses.

Anglia Ruskin University

Goldsmiths, University of London

Also taught at both: Marketing, Economics, Fine Art, History, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Business & Management (General), Childhood & Youth Studies, English Studies, Film Production & Cinematography, Architecture, Applied Psychology, Cognitive & Experimental Psychology, Mathematics, Theology & Religious Studies, Clinical & Health Psychology, Cultural Studies.

Only at Anglia Ruskin University

Only at Goldsmiths, University of London

Fees

What it costs international students

The typical (median) international tuition fee a year across each university's published course fees. Individual courses vary; each course page shows its own fee.

Undergraduate

Anglia Ruskin University
£17,500
Goldsmiths, University of London
£22,000

Anglia Ruskin University is about £4,500 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Anglia Ruskin University
£18,600
Goldsmiths, University of London
£22,000

Anglia Ruskin University is about £3,400 a year cheaper.

Outcomes

Graduate outcomes by subject

Median graduate salary three years after graduating, and student satisfaction with teaching, across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject. Source: Discover Uni.

Anglia Ruskin University

Goldsmiths, University of London

  • Media & Film Studies

    £19,500Salary (3 years)£25,000
    90%Satisfaction83%

  • Computer Science

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£31,500
    84%Satisfaction81%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £21,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
    88%Satisfaction74%

  • Design & Fashion

    £18,500Salary (3 years)£26,000
    89%Satisfaction94%

  • Psychology (General)

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£25,000
    86%Satisfaction79%

  • Law

    £22,000Salary (3 years)No data
    82%Satisfaction96%

  • Games Design & Computer Animation

    £22,000Salary (3 years)£31,000
    82%Satisfaction82%

  • Management

    £28,500Salary (3 years)No data
    75%Satisfaction73%

  • Drama & Theatre

    £18,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
    85%Satisfaction81%

  • Social Work

    £30,500Salary (3 years)£30,500
    85%Satisfaction70%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£24,500
    85%Satisfaction87%

  • Education Studies

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£22,000
    89%Satisfaction77%

Showing the 12 largest of 19 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

Anglia Ruskin University

Vice Chancellor's PhD Scholarships

£20,780

Deadline: N/A

GREAT Scholarships 2026

£10,000

Deadline: N/A

International Undergraduate Scholarship

£7,000

Deadline: N/A

Training Grant for Healthcare Students

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

International Postgraduate Scholarship

£4,000

Deadline: N/A

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Goldsmiths, University of London

ESRC/SENSS Doctoral Studentships

£22,780

Deadline: N/A

Migrant Futures Doctoral Studentships

£22,780

Deadline: N/A

Academics at Risk Scholarship

£15,000

Deadline: N/A

Rob Stringer Scholarship

£12,000

Deadline: N/A

Generation Delta Studentships

100%

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Anglia Ruskin University vs Goldsmiths, University of London: common questions

Is Anglia Ruskin University or Goldsmiths, University of London cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,500 a year at Anglia Ruskin University and £22,000 at Goldsmiths, University of London: Anglia Ruskin University is about £4,500 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,600 a year at Anglia Ruskin University and £22,000 at Goldsmiths, University of London: Anglia Ruskin University is about £3,400 a year cheaper. These are medians of the international tuition fees each university publishes for its courses; the fee for a specific course is on its course page.

What subjects can you study at both Anglia Ruskin University and Goldsmiths, University of London?

Both universities teach 31 subject areas: Media & Film Studies, Computer Science, Sociology & Criminology, Design & Fashion, Psychology (General), Law, Games Design & Computer Animation, Management, Drama & Theatre, Social Work, Politics & International Relations, Counselling & Psychotherapy and 19 more.

Is Anglia Ruskin University or Goldsmiths, University of London better for Media & Film Studies?

Media & Film Studies graduates earn a median £19,500 three years after graduating from Anglia Ruskin University, and £25,000 from Goldsmiths, University of London. Student satisfaction with teaching is 90% at Anglia Ruskin University and 83% at Goldsmiths, University of London. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Anglia Ruskin University or Goldsmiths, University of London offer more courses?

Anglia Ruskin University lists 512 courses on CourseOptions and Goldsmiths, University of London lists 291 courses.

What can you study at Anglia Ruskin University but not at Goldsmiths, University of London?

Anglia Ruskin University teaches 52 subject areas that Goldsmiths, University of London does not, including Business Studies, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Software Engineering, Agriculture & Land Management, Animal Science, Biomedical Sciences, Building & Construction, Finance & Actuarial Science and 44 more.

What can you study at Goldsmiths, University of London but not at Anglia Ruskin University?

Goldsmiths, University of London teaches 8 subject areas that Anglia Ruskin University does not, including Anthropology, History of Art & Design, Personal & Professional Development, Welsh Studies, Journalism, Ancient Languages, Dance and Information & Library Studies.

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Anglia Ruskin University512 courses · 12 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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Goldsmiths, University of London291 courses · 29 scholarshipsBrowse Courses