Compare any two UK universities
Select any two universities below and we'll generate an instant, data-driven comparison — rankings, salaries, student satisfaction, international community, and more.
Poole
Glasgow · QS World #230
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.
1/7
Arts University Bournemouth
scored higher in 1 category
6/7
Strathclyde
scored higher in 6 categories
Quick Verdict
University of Strathclyde leads in 6 of 7 categories where both have data (established, satisfaction, employment, international, graduate salary, courses). Arts University Bournemouth is ahead on scholarship.
Arts University Bournemouth vs University of Strathclyde at a glance
Arts University Bournemouth and University of Strathclyde both teach 7 subject areas, the largest being Design & Fashion, Media & Film Studies and Business & Management (General). Arts University Bournemouth offers 78 courses across 13 subject areas; University of Strathclyde offers 541 courses across 67 subject areas.
For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,950 a year at Arts University Bournemouth and £22,750 at University of Strathclyde: Arts University Bournemouth is about £2,800 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,980 a year at Arts University Bournemouth and £30,250 at University of Strathclyde: Arts University Bournemouth is about £10,270 a year cheaper.
In Business & Management (General), the one shared subject where both publish a graduate salary, University of Strathclyde is higher. Of the 3 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Strathclyde is higher in 3 and Arts University Bournemouth in 0.
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
University of Strathclyde
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%
Strathclyde
86 countries · 18.8% international
- 🇮🇳India31%
- 🇨🇳China10.5%
- 🌐Kuwait4.4%
- 🇺🇸United States4.1%
- 🌐Oman3.8%
Subjects
7 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
University of Strathclyde
Design & Fashion
25 coursesTypical fee £19,950 (UG)
3 coursesTypical fee £30,950 (UG)
Media & Film Studies
Business & Management (General)
Personal & Professional Development
Creative Writing
Architecture
Building & Construction
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
- University of Strathclyde
- £22,750
Arts University Bournemouth is about £2,800 a year cheaper.
Postgraduate
- Arts University Bournemouth
- £19,980
- University of Strathclyde
- £30,250
Arts University Bournemouth is about £10,270 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
University of Strathclyde
Design & Fashion
£22,500Salary (3 years)No data87%Satisfaction98%Business & Management (General)
£22,500Salary (3 years)£29,00084%Satisfaction87%Architecture
No dataSalary (3 years)£24,50072%Satisfaction93%
Scholarships for International Students
ExclusiveArts University Bournemouth
British National Residing Overseas
See details
Deadline: N/A
University of Strathclyde
View all scholarships →FAQ
Arts University Bournemouth vs University of Strathclyde: common questions
Is Arts University Bournemouth or University of Strathclyde cheaper for international students?
For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,950 a year at Arts University Bournemouth and £22,750 at University of Strathclyde: Arts University Bournemouth is about £2,800 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,980 a year at Arts University Bournemouth and £30,250 at University of Strathclyde: Arts University Bournemouth is about £10,270 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 University of Strathclyde?
Both universities teach 7 subject areas: Design & Fashion, Media & Film Studies, Business & Management (General), Personal & Professional Development, Creative Writing, Architecture and Building & Construction.
Is Arts University Bournemouth or University of Strathclyde better for Business & Management (General)?
Business & Management (General) graduates earn a median £22,500 three years after graduating from Arts University Bournemouth, and £29,000 from University of Strathclyde. Student satisfaction with teaching is 84% at Arts University Bournemouth and 87% at University of Strathclyde. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.
Does Arts University Bournemouth or University of Strathclyde offer more courses?
University of Strathclyde lists 541 courses on CourseOptions and Arts University Bournemouth lists 78 courses.
What can you study at Arts University Bournemouth but not at University of Strathclyde?
Arts University Bournemouth teaches 6 subject areas that University of Strathclyde does not, including Film Production & Cinematography, Drama & Theatre, Fine Art, Creative Arts (General), Games Design & Computer Animation and Performing Arts (General).
What can you study at University of Strathclyde but not at Arts University Bournemouth?
University of Strathclyde teaches 60 subject areas that Arts University Bournemouth does not, including Teacher Training, Law, English Studies, Education Studies, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Chemistry, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, History and 52 more.
Ready to explore courses?
Browse available courses, check entry requirements, and find scholarships at each university.