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Birkbeck, University of London

London · QS World #354

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Hartpury University

Gloucester

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.

5/8

Birkbeck

scored higher in 5 categories

VS

3/8

Hartpury

scored higher in 3 categories

Quick Verdict

Birkbeck, University of London leads in 5 of 8 categories where both have data (established, international, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). Hartpury University is ahead on TEF, satisfaction, employment.

Birkbeck, University of London vs Hartpury University at a glance

Birkbeck, University of London and Hartpury University both teach 5 subject areas, the largest being Business & Management (General), Psychology (General) and Counselling & Psychotherapy. Birkbeck, University of London offers 361 courses across 69 subject areas; Hartpury University offers 107 courses across 12 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,500 a year at Birkbeck, University of London and £17,250 at Hartpury University: Hartpury University is about £1,250 a year cheaper.

In Business & Management (General), the one shared subject where both publish a graduate salary, Birkbeck, University of London is higher. In Business & Management (General), the one shared subject where both publish a student satisfaction score, Hartpury University is higher.

World & National Rankings

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

#354
QS World
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#301
THE World
—
—
Guardian UK
—
1823
Established
1947
No
Russell Group
No
Bronze
TEF Rating
Gold

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Birkbeck, University of London

Hartpury University

85.1%
89.8%

Satisfaction

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

£32,500
£26,159.1

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

79.6%
82.9%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

12%
8.6%

International

International student share

361
107

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

16
9

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.

Birkbeck

60 countries · 12% international

  • 🇺🇸United States10.8%
  • 🇨🇳China9.7%
  • 🇮🇳India8.6%
  • 🇪🇸Spain4.8%
  • 🇮🇹Italy4.3%
VS

Hartpury

25 countries · 8.6% international

  • 🇿🇦South Africa9.1%
  • 🇺🇸United States9.1%
  • 🇨🇦Canada4.5%
  • 🇫🇷France4.5%
  • 🇩🇪Germany4.5%

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.

Birkbeck, University of London

Hartpury University

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

Birkbeck, University of London
£18,500
Hartpury University
£17,250

Hartpury University is about £1,250 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Birkbeck, University of London
£20,850
Hartpury University
No data

We do not have reliable international fee data for Hartpury University yet.

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.

Birkbeck, University of London

Hartpury University

  • Business & Management (General)

    £29,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
    76%Satisfaction89%

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

Birkbeck, University of London

Bonnart Trust Sanctuary Scholarship

£18,000

Deadline: Jun 2026

Cyril Taylor Scholarships

£15,000

Deadline: Jul 2026

Breakspear scholarship

£12,000

Deadline: Jul 2026

MA History of Art scholarship

£6,000

Deadline: Jul 2026

Legal & General Sustainable Leaders Bursary

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

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Hartpury University

Principal's International Scholarship

£3,000

Deadline: May 2026

Martin Baber Award

£1,500

Deadline: N/A

Vulnerable Learner Bursary

£1,200

Deadline: N/A

Joe Henson MBE Bursary

£1,000

Deadline: N/A

John Tedstone Bursary

See details

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Birkbeck, University of London vs Hartpury University: common questions

Is Birkbeck, University of London or Hartpury University cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,500 a year at Birkbeck, University of London and £17,250 at Hartpury University: Hartpury University is about £1,250 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 Birkbeck, University of London and Hartpury University?

Both universities teach 5 subject areas: Business & Management (General), Psychology (General), Counselling & Psychotherapy, Hospitality, Events & Tourism and Business Studies.

Is Birkbeck, University of London or Hartpury University better for Business & Management (General)?

Business & Management (General) graduates earn a median £29,500 three years after graduating from Birkbeck, University of London, and £23,500 from Hartpury University. Student satisfaction with teaching is 76% at Birkbeck, University of London and 89% at Hartpury University. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Birkbeck, University of London or Hartpury University offer more courses?

Birkbeck, University of London lists 361 courses on CourseOptions and Hartpury University lists 107 courses.

What can you study at Birkbeck, University of London but not at Hartpury University?

Birkbeck, University of London teaches 64 subject areas that Hartpury University does not, including Sociology & Criminology, Law, Politics & International Relations, Media & Film Studies, History, Physical Geography & Climate, Ancient Languages, Economics and 56 more.

What can you study at Hartpury University but not at Birkbeck, University of London?

Hartpury University teaches 7 subject areas that Birkbeck, University of London does not, including Animal Science, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Agriculture & Land Management, Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Sciences & Nursing, Ecology & Conservation and Health Sciences & Paramedic Science.

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