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Birkbeck, University of London

London · QS World #354

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University Centre Bishop Burton

Beverley

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 3 datapoints

We looked at 3 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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Birkbeck

scored higher in 3 categories

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University Centre Bishop Burton

scored higher in 0 categories

Quick Verdict

Birkbeck, University of London leads in 3 of 3 categories where both have data (established, courses, scholarship). University Centre Bishop Burton does not lead in any category where both have data.

Birkbeck, University of London vs University Centre Bishop Burton at a glance

Birkbeck, University of London and University Centre Bishop Burton both teach 4 subject areas, the largest being Sociology & Criminology, Business & Management (General) and Design & Fashion. Birkbeck, University of London offers 361 courses across 69 subject areas; University Centre Bishop Burton offers 32 courses across 10 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,500 a year at Birkbeck, University of London and £12,780 at University Centre Bishop Burton: University Centre Bishop Burton is about £5,720 a year cheaper.

In Sociology & Criminology, the one shared subject where both publish a student satisfaction score, Birkbeck, University of London 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
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—
Guardian UK
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1823
Established
1954
No
Russell Group
No
Bronze
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.

Birkbeck, University of London

University Centre Bishop Burton

85.1%
No data

Satisfaction

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

£32,500
No data

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

79.6%
No data

Employment

Graduate employment rate

12%
No data

International

International student share

361
32

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

16
4

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%
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University Centre Bishop Burton

No published data on international students

    Subjects

    4 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

    University Centre Bishop Burton

    Only at Birkbeck, University of London

    Only at University Centre Bishop Burton

    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
    University Centre Bishop Burton
    £12,780

    University Centre Bishop Burton is about £5,720 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Birkbeck, University of London
    £20,850
    University Centre Bishop Burton
    No data

    We do not have reliable international fee data for University Centre Bishop Burton 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

    University Centre Bishop Burton

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £23,000Salary (3 years)No data
      88%Satisfaction85%

    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

    View all scholarships →

    University Centre Bishop Burton

    Alumni Master's Bursary

    £1,500

    Deadline: N/A

    IOT Bursary

    £1,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Bishop Burton Bursary Programme (BBBP)

    £500

    Deadline: N/A

    Employability Bursary

    £300

    Deadline: N/A

    View all scholarships →

    FAQ

    Birkbeck, University of London vs University Centre Bishop Burton: common questions

    Is Birkbeck, University of London or University Centre Bishop Burton cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,500 a year at Birkbeck, University of London and £12,780 at University Centre Bishop Burton: University Centre Bishop Burton is about £5,720 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 University Centre Bishop Burton?

    Both universities teach 4 subject areas: Sociology & Criminology, Business & Management (General), Design & Fashion and Social Policy & Public Policy.

    Does Birkbeck, University of London or University Centre Bishop Burton offer more courses?

    Birkbeck, University of London lists 361 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre Bishop Burton lists 32 courses.

    What can you study at Birkbeck, University of London but not at University Centre Bishop Burton?

    Birkbeck, University of London teaches 65 subject areas that University Centre Bishop Burton does not, including Law, Politics & International Relations, Media & Film Studies, History, Physical Geography & Climate, Ancient Languages, Economics, History of Art & Design and 57 more.

    What can you study at University Centre Bishop Burton but not at Birkbeck, University of London?

    University Centre Bishop Burton teaches 6 subject areas that Birkbeck, University of London does not, including Animal Science, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Agriculture & Land Management, Countryside & Rural Management, Agricultural Sciences and Health Sciences & Paramedic Science.

    Ready to explore courses?

    Browse available courses, check entry requirements, and find scholarships at each university.

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    Birkbeck, University of London361 courses · 16 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University Centre Bishop Burton32 courses · 4 scholarshipsBrowse Courses