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Bournemouth University

Poole · QS World #801

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University Centre South Devon

Paignton

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 6 datapoints

We looked at 6 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

4/6

Bournemouth

scored higher in 4 categories

VS

2/6

University Centre South Devon

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

Bournemouth University leads in 4 of 6 categories where both have data (established, employment, graduate salary, courses). University Centre South Devon is ahead on TEF, satisfaction.

Bournemouth University vs University Centre South Devon at a glance

Bournemouth University and University Centre South Devon both teach 13 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Sport & Exercise Sciences and Media & Film Studies. Bournemouth University offers 225 courses across 59 subject areas; University Centre South Devon offers 31 courses across 18 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,690 a year at Bournemouth University and £13,500 at University Centre South Devon: University Centre South Devon is about £7,190 a year cheaper.

Of the 4 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Bournemouth University is higher in 4 and University Centre South Devon in 0. The widest gap is in Design & Fashion: £27,500 three years after graduating from Bournemouth University, against £14,500 from University Centre South Devon. Of the 5 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University Centre South Devon is higher in 5 and Bournemouth University in 0.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
—
#401
THE World
—
#59
Guardian UK
—
1992
Established
2006
No
Russell Group
No
Silver
TEF Rating
Gold

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Bournemouth University

University Centre South Devon

80.8%
93.4%

Satisfaction

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

£33,600
£25,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

86.4%
82.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

16.4%
No data

International

International student share

225
31

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

0
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.

Bournemouth

73 countries · 16.4% international

  • 🇮🇳India27.9%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria13.8%
  • 🇨🇳China10.5%
  • 🇸🇦Saudi Arabia6.5%
  • 🇹🇷Turkey5.6%
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University Centre South Devon

No published data on international students

    Subjects

    13 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.

    Bournemouth University

    University Centre South Devon

    • Computer Science

      12 courses

      Typical fee £20,690 (UG)

      1 course

      Typical fee £13,500 (UG)

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      8 courses

      Typical fee £19,640 (UG)

      2 courses

      Typical fee £13,500 (UG)

    • Media & Film Studies

      8 courses

      Typical fee £20,690 (UG)

      1 course

      Typical fee £13,500 (UG)

    • Management

      6 courses

      Typical fee £19,950 (PG)

      1 course

      Typical fee £13,500 (UG)

    • Psychology (General)

      5 courses

      Typical fee £19,640 (UG)

      2 courses

      Typical fee £13,500 (UG)

    • Manufacturing & Production Engineering

      4 courses

      Typical fee £20,690 (UG)

      2 courses

      Typical fee £13,500 (UG)

    • Design & Fashion

      4 courses

      Typical fee £20,690 (UG)

      1 course

      Typical fee £13,500 (UG)

    • General Engineering

      3 courses

      Typical fee £20,690 (UG)

      2 courses

      Typical fee £13,500 (UG)

    • Health & Social Care

      2 courses

      Typical fee £19,950 (PG)

      2 courses

      Typical fee £13,500 (UG)

    • Childhood & Youth Studies

      1 course

      Typical fee £11,500 (PG)

      2 courses

      Typical fee £13,500 (UG)

    • Healthcare Science

      1 course

      Typical fee £19,690 (PG)

      2 courses

      Typical fee £13,500 (UG)

    • Social Sciences (General)

      1 course

      Typical fee £18,900 (PG)

      2 courses

      Typical fee £13,500 (UG)

    • Music

      1 course

      Typical fee £20,690 (UG)

      1 course

      Typical fee £13,500 (UG)

    Only at Bournemouth University

    Only at University Centre South Devon

    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

    Bournemouth University
    £20,690
    University Centre South Devon
    £13,500

    University Centre South Devon is about £7,190 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Bournemouth University
    £19,690
    University Centre South Devon
    No data

    We do not have reliable international fee data for University Centre South Devon 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.

    Bournemouth University

    University Centre South Devon

    • Computer Science

      £30,500Salary (3 years)£19,000
      73%Satisfaction87%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £25,000Salary (3 years)£17,000
      81%Satisfaction90%

    • Psychology (General)

      £22,500Salary (3 years)No data
      77%Satisfaction100%

    • Design & Fashion

      £27,500Salary (3 years)£14,500
      80%Satisfaction87%

    • Music

      £27,000Salary (3 years)£14,500
      85%Satisfaction91%

    Scholarships for International Students

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    FAQ

    Bournemouth University vs University Centre South Devon: common questions

    Is Bournemouth University or University Centre South Devon cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,690 a year at Bournemouth University and £13,500 at University Centre South Devon: University Centre South Devon is about £7,190 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 Bournemouth University and University Centre South Devon?

    Both universities teach 13 subject areas: Computer Science, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Media & Film Studies, Management, Psychology (General), Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Design & Fashion, General Engineering, Health & Social Care, Childhood & Youth Studies, Healthcare Science, Social Sciences (General) and 1 more.

    Is Bournemouth University or University Centre South Devon better for Computer Science?

    Computer Science graduates earn a median £30,500 three years after graduating from Bournemouth University, and £19,000 from University Centre South Devon. Student satisfaction with teaching is 73% at Bournemouth University and 87% at University Centre South Devon. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Bournemouth University or University Centre South Devon offer more courses?

    Bournemouth University lists 225 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre South Devon lists 31 courses.

    What can you study at Bournemouth University but not at University Centre South Devon?

    Bournemouth University teaches 46 subject areas that University Centre South Devon does not, including Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Marketing, Business & Management (General), Law, Film Production & Cinematography, Applied Computing, Games Design & Computer Animation, Journalism and 38 more.

    What can you study at University Centre South Devon but not at Bournemouth University?

    University Centre South Devon teaches 5 subject areas that Bournemouth University does not, including Physics, Animal Science, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Marine Engineering & Technology and Creative Arts (General).

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    Bournemouth University225 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University Centre South Devon31 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses