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Durham · QS World #85
Head-to-Head Summary
Based on 8 datapoints
We looked at 8 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.
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Arts University Bournemouth
scored higher in 1 category
7/8
Durham
scored higher in 7 categories
Quick Verdict
Durham University leads in 7 of 8 categories where both have data (Russell Group, established, satisfaction, international, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). Arts University Bournemouth is ahead on employment.
Arts University Bournemouth vs Durham University at a glance
Arts University Bournemouth and Durham University have one subject area in common, Business & Management (General). Arts University Bournemouth offers 78 courses across 13 subject areas; Durham University offers 278 courses across 54 subject areas.
For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,950 a year at Arts University Bournemouth and £31,000 at Durham University: Arts University Bournemouth is about £11,050 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,980 a year at Arts University Bournemouth and £30,500 at Durham University: Arts University Bournemouth is about £10,520 a year cheaper.
World & National Rankings
Compare world and national league table positions, TEF ratings, and Russell Group membership.
Visual Breakdown
Key metrics at a glance
Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.
Arts University Bournemouth
Durham University
Satisfaction
Student satisfaction with teaching (NSS Survey, out of 100%)
Graduate Salaries (5y)
Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation
Employment
Graduate employment rate
International
International student share
Course Counts
Number of courses offered
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.
Arts University Bournemouth
35 countries · 13.5% international
- 🇨🇳China17.8%
- 🇮🇳India12.9%
- 🇺🇸United States8.9%
- 🇭🇰Hong Kong5%
- 🌐Iceland3%
Durham
86 countries · 32.6% international
- 🇨🇳China49.5%
- 🇭🇰Hong Kong7.4%
- 🇮🇳India5.9%
- 🇺🇸United States4.9%
- 🇸🇬Singapore2.6%
Subjects
1 subject 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.
Arts University Bournemouth
Durham University
Business & Management (General)
Only at Arts University Bournemouth
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
- Arts University Bournemouth
- £19,950
- Durham University
- £31,000
Arts University Bournemouth is about £11,050 a year cheaper.
Postgraduate
- Arts University Bournemouth
- £19,980
- Durham University
- £30,500
Arts University Bournemouth is about £10,520 a year cheaper.
Scholarships for International Students
ExclusiveArts University Bournemouth
British National Residing Overseas
See details
Deadline: N/A
Durham University
Sir Harry Evans Global Fellowship
£53,333
Deadline: N/A
Durham Inspiring Excellence Scholarships - Undergraduate
£30,000
Deadline: N/A
The Global DBA Scholarships
£25,000
Deadline: Nov 2026
The Mary Ward Postgraduate Scholarship Fund
£25,000
Deadline: N/A
Global Grand Challenges Studentships
£20,780
Deadline: N/A
FAQ
Arts University Bournemouth vs Durham University: common questions
Is Arts University Bournemouth or Durham University cheaper for international students?
For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,950 a year at Arts University Bournemouth and £31,000 at Durham University: Arts University Bournemouth is about £11,050 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,980 a year at Arts University Bournemouth and £30,500 at Durham University: Arts University Bournemouth is about £10,520 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 Arts University Bournemouth and Durham University?
Both universities teach 1 subject area: Business & Management (General).
Does Arts University Bournemouth or Durham University offer more courses?
Durham University lists 278 courses on CourseOptions and Arts University Bournemouth lists 78 courses.
What can you study at Arts University Bournemouth but not at Durham University?
Arts University Bournemouth teaches 12 subject areas that Durham University does not, including Design & Fashion, Film Production & Cinematography, Drama & Theatre, Media & Film Studies, Creative Writing, Fine Art, Architecture, Creative Arts (General) and 4 more.
What can you study at Durham University but not at Arts University Bournemouth?
Durham University teaches 53 subject areas that Arts University Bournemouth does not, including Economics, Theology & Religious Studies, Archaeology, Computer Science, General Engineering, Law, Politics & International Relations, Psychology (General) and 45 more.
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