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Bangor University

Bangor · QS World #567

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University of Hertfordshire

Hatfield · QS World #851

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.

6/10

Bangor

scored higher in 6 categories

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4/10

Hertfordshire

scored higher in 4 categories

Quick Verdict

Bangor University leads in 6 of 10 categories where both have data (ranking, established, satisfaction, scholarship). University of Hertfordshire is ahead on employment, international, graduate salary, courses.

Bangor University vs University of Hertfordshire at a glance

Bangor University and University of Hertfordshire both teach 42 subject areas, the largest being Teacher Training, Childhood & Youth Studies and Computer Science. Bangor University offers 329 courses across 52 subject areas; University of Hertfordshire offers 468 courses across 86 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,000 a year at Bangor University and £15,500 at University of Hertfordshire: University of Hertfordshire is about £2,500 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,000 a year at Bangor University and £18,000 at University of Hertfordshire: University of Hertfordshire is about £1,000 a year cheaper.

Of the 34 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Hertfordshire is higher in 30 and Bangor University in 3, with 1 about level. The widest gap is in Sociology & Criminology: £19,500 three years after graduating from Bangor University, against £28,500 from University of Hertfordshire. Of the 33 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Hertfordshire is higher in 21 and Bangor University in 12.

World & National Rankings

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

#567
QS World
#851
#501
THE World
#601
#46
Guardian UK
#69
1884
Established
1952
No
Russell Group
No
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TEF Rating
Silver

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Bangor University

University of Hertfordshire

87%
86.4%

Satisfaction

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

£27,400
£32,800

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

78.3%
83.1%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

21.5%
57.5%

International

International student share

329
468

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

7
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.

Bangor

60 countries · 21.5% international

  • 🇮🇳India18.7%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan14.1%
  • 🇨🇳China12.6%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria7.3%
  • 🌐Nepal6.3%
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Hertfordshire

77 countries · 57.5% international

  • 🇮🇳India44.6%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan26.4%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria10.3%
  • 🇧🇩Bangladesh5.5%
  • 🇨🇳China1.8%

Subjects

42 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.

Bangor University

University of Hertfordshire

Also taught at both: Ecology & Conservation, English Literature, Finance & Actuarial Science, History, Biomedical Sciences, Pharmacy, Sociology & Criminology, Accounting, Geography (General), Health & Social Care, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Biology, English Language, Human Geography & Environment, Mental Health Nursing, Creative Writing, Medicine, Pharmacology, Philosophy, Social Policy & Public Policy, Economics, Adult Nursing, Children's Nursing, Heritage & Conservation, Learning Disabilities Nursing, Medical Imaging, Midwifery.

Only at Bangor University

Only at University of Hertfordshire

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

Bangor University
£18,000
University of Hertfordshire
£15,500

University of Hertfordshire is about £2,500 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Bangor University
£19,000
University of Hertfordshire
£18,000

University of Hertfordshire is about £1,000 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.

Bangor University

University of Hertfordshire

  • Teacher Training

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£28,500
    89%Satisfaction94%

  • Computer Science

    £32,000Salary (3 years)£32,000
    80%Satisfaction78%

  • Law

    £20,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
    86%Satisfaction89%

  • Business Studies

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
    83%Satisfaction91%

  • Design & Fashion

    £23,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
    100%Satisfaction88%

  • Psychology (General)

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£23,000
    85%Satisfaction86%

  • Music

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£20,500
    82%Satisfaction88%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£30,000
    97%Satisfaction84%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £20,000Salary (3 years)£28,500
    90%Satisfaction95%

  • Sport & Exercise Sciences

    £21,500Salary (3 years)£25,000
    93%Satisfaction82%

  • Marketing

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£25,500
    83%Satisfaction90%

  • Media & Film Studies

    £17,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
    82%Satisfaction77%

Showing the 12 largest of 34 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

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Bangor University

Canadian Centennial Scholarship Fund (CCSF)

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FAQ

Bangor University vs University of Hertfordshire: common questions

Is Bangor University or University of Hertfordshire cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,000 a year at Bangor University and £15,500 at University of Hertfordshire: University of Hertfordshire is about £2,500 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,000 a year at Bangor University and £18,000 at University of Hertfordshire: University of Hertfordshire is about £1,000 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 Bangor University and University of Hertfordshire?

Both universities teach 42 subject areas: Teacher Training, Childhood & Youth Studies, Computer Science, Law, Business Studies, Design & Fashion, Psychology (General), Music, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Politics & International Relations, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Marketing and 30 more.

Is Bangor University or University of Hertfordshire better for Teacher Training?

Teacher Training graduates earn a median £25,000 three years after graduating from Bangor University, and £28,500 from University of Hertfordshire. Student satisfaction with teaching is 89% at Bangor University and 94% at University of Hertfordshire. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Bangor University or University of Hertfordshire offer more courses?

University of Hertfordshire lists 468 courses on CourseOptions and Bangor University lists 329 courses.

What can you study at Bangor University but not at University of Hertfordshire?

Bangor University teaches 10 subject areas that University of Hertfordshire does not, including Zoology & Animal Biology, Ancient Languages, Geology & Earth Sciences, Drama & Theatre, Information Systems & Data Science, Linguistics, Dentistry, Forestry & Arboriculture and 2 more.

What can you study at University of Hertfordshire but not at Bangor University?

University of Hertfordshire teaches 44 subject areas that Bangor University does not, including Business & Management (General), Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Clinical Specialities, Biotechnology, Mathematics, Film Production & Cinematography and 36 more.

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Bangor University329 courses · 7 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Hertfordshire468 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses