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Arts University Bournemouth

Poole

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Glasgow Caledonian University

Glasgow · QS World #1001

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 7 datapoints

We looked at 7 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

2/7

Arts University Bournemouth

scored higher in 2 categories

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5/7

Glasgow Caledonian

scored higher in 5 categories

Quick Verdict

Glasgow Caledonian University leads in 5 of 7 categories where both have data (satisfaction, employment, international, graduate salary, courses). Arts University Bournemouth is ahead on established, scholarship.

Arts University Bournemouth vs Glasgow Caledonian University at a glance

Arts University Bournemouth and Glasgow Caledonian University both teach 5 subject areas, the largest being Design & Fashion, Business & Management (General) and Media & Film Studies. Arts University Bournemouth offers 78 courses across 13 subject areas; Glasgow Caledonian University offers 130 courses across 48 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,950 a year at Arts University Bournemouth and £15,700 at Glasgow Caledonian University: Glasgow Caledonian University is about £4,250 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,980 a year at Arts University Bournemouth and £17,950 at Glasgow Caledonian University: Glasgow Caledonian University is about £2,030 a year cheaper.

Of the 2 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Arts University Bournemouth is higher in 1 and Glasgow Caledonian University in 1. The widest gap is in Design & Fashion: £22,500 three years after graduating from Arts University Bournemouth, against £21,000 from Glasgow Caledonian University. Of the 2 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Glasgow Caledonian University is higher in 2 and Arts University Bournemouth in 0.

World & National Rankings

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

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QS World
#1001
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THE World
#801
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Guardian UK
#88
1883
Established
1993
No
Russell Group
No
Silver
TEF Rating
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Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Arts University Bournemouth

Glasgow Caledonian University

86.6%
87.1%

Satisfaction

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

£26,900
£33,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

81%
88.9%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

13.5%
22.7%

International

International student share

78
130

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

1
0

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%
VS

Glasgow Caledonian

45 countries · 22.7% international

  • 🇵🇰Pakistan39.5%
  • 🇮🇳India27.4%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria19.8%
  • 🇧🇩Bangladesh2.3%
  • 🇨🇦Canada1.6%

Subjects

5 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.

Arts University Bournemouth

Glasgow Caledonian University

  • Design & Fashion

    25 courses

    Typical fee £19,950 (UG)

    4 courses

    Typical fee £15,700 (UG)

  • Business & Management (General)

    2 courses

    Typical fee £19,950 (UG)

    10 courses

    Typical fee £15,700 (UG)

  • Media & Film Studies

    7 courses

    Typical fee £19,950 (UG)

    3 courses

    Typical fee £15,700 (UG)

  • Building & Construction

    1 course

    Fee not available

    7 courses

    Typical fee £15,700 (UG)

  • Games Design & Computer Animation

    2 courses

    Typical fee £19,950 (UG)

    3 courses

    Typical fee £15,700 (UG)

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
Glasgow Caledonian University
£15,700

Glasgow Caledonian University is about £4,250 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Arts University Bournemouth
£19,980
Glasgow Caledonian University
£17,950

Glasgow Caledonian University is about £2,030 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.

Arts University Bournemouth

Glasgow Caledonian University

  • Design & Fashion

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
    87%Satisfaction96%
  • Business & Management (General)

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£23,000
    84%Satisfaction85%

Scholarships for International Students

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FAQ

Arts University Bournemouth vs Glasgow Caledonian University: common questions

Is Arts University Bournemouth or Glasgow Caledonian University cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,950 a year at Arts University Bournemouth and £15,700 at Glasgow Caledonian University: Glasgow Caledonian University is about £4,250 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,980 a year at Arts University Bournemouth and £17,950 at Glasgow Caledonian University: Glasgow Caledonian University is about £2,030 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 Glasgow Caledonian University?

Both universities teach 5 subject areas: Design & Fashion, Business & Management (General), Media & Film Studies, Building & Construction and Games Design & Computer Animation.

Is Arts University Bournemouth or Glasgow Caledonian University better for Design & Fashion?

Design & Fashion graduates earn a median £22,500 three years after graduating from Arts University Bournemouth, and £21,000 from Glasgow Caledonian University. Student satisfaction with teaching is 87% at Arts University Bournemouth and 96% at Glasgow Caledonian University. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Arts University Bournemouth or Glasgow Caledonian University offer more courses?

Glasgow Caledonian University lists 130 courses on CourseOptions and Arts University Bournemouth lists 78 courses.

What can you study at Arts University Bournemouth but not at Glasgow Caledonian University?

Arts University Bournemouth teaches 8 subject areas that Glasgow Caledonian University does not, including Film Production & Cinematography, Drama & Theatre, Creative Writing, Fine Art, Architecture, Creative Arts (General), Performing Arts (General) and Personal & Professional Development.

What can you study at Glasgow Caledonian University but not at Arts University Bournemouth?

Glasgow Caledonian University teaches 43 subject areas that Arts University Bournemouth does not, including Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Business Studies, Computer Science, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Management, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, Civil Engineering and 35 more.

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