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Brunel University of London

Uxbridge · QS World #353

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Northumbria University, Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne · QS World #528

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

Brunel University of London

scored higher in 6 categories

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4/10

Northumbria

scored higher in 4 categories

Quick Verdict

Brunel University of London leads in 6 of 10 categories where both have data (ranking, established, international, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). Northumbria University, Newcastle is ahead on ranking, TEF, satisfaction, employment.

Brunel University of London vs Northumbria University, Newcastle at a glance

Brunel University of London and Northumbria University, Newcastle both teach 44 subject areas, the largest being Business Studies, Computer Science and Electronic & Electrical Engineering. Brunel University of London offers 373 courses across 62 subject areas; Northumbria University, Newcastle offers 305 courses across 71 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at Brunel University of London and £19,850 at Northumbria University, Newcastle: Brunel University of London is about £2,450 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £24,800 a year at Brunel University of London and £19,850 at Northumbria University, Newcastle: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £4,950 a year cheaper.

Of the 28 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Brunel University of London is higher in 28 and Northumbria University, Newcastle in 0. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £37,000 three years after graduating from Brunel University of London, against £25,500 from Northumbria University, Newcastle. Of the 27 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Northumbria University, Newcastle is higher in 16 and Brunel University of London in 7, with 4 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#353
QS World
#528
#401
THE World
#401
#69
Guardian UK
#53
1966
Established
1969
No
Russell Group
No
Bronze
TEF Rating
Silver

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Brunel University of London

Northumbria University, Newcastle

81.7%
83.5%

Satisfaction

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

£35,800
£31,000

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

79.3%
86.1%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

34.6%
24.5%

International

International student share

373
305

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
7

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.

Brunel University of London

81 countries · 34.6% international

  • 🇮🇳India26.2%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan11%
  • 🇨🇳China6.6%
  • 🇧🇩Bangladesh4.2%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong4%
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Northumbria

85 countries · 24.5% international

  • 🇮🇳India35.3%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria16.3%
  • 🌐Kuwait4%
  • 🇨🇳China3.8%
  • 🌐Sri Lanka3.8%

Subjects

44 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.

Brunel University of London

Northumbria University, Newcastle

Also taught at both: History, Biochemistry, Finance & Actuarial Science, Psychology (General), English Literature, Social Work, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Mechanical Engineering, Accounting, Building & Construction, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Drama & Theatre, Computing & IT, English Studies, Human Geography & Environment, Marketing, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Adult Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Music, Childhood & Youth Studies, Children's Nursing, Creative Writing, Education Studies, Environmental Sciences, Linguistics, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Cognitive & Experimental Psychology, Human Resource Management.

Only at Brunel University of London

Only at Northumbria University, Newcastle

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

Brunel University of London
£17,400
Northumbria University, Newcastle
£19,850

Brunel University of London is about £2,450 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Brunel University of London
£24,800
Northumbria University, Newcastle
£19,850

Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £4,950 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.

Brunel University of London

Northumbria University, Newcastle

  • Business Studies

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£26,000
    83%Satisfaction83%

  • Computer Science

    £37,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
    74%Satisfaction87%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £32,000Salary (3 years)£29,500
    72%Satisfaction86%

  • Design & Fashion

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    88%Satisfaction91%

  • Law

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
    70%Satisfaction73%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £23,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
    90%Satisfaction78%

  • Sport & Exercise Sciences

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    82%Satisfaction83%

  • Mathematics

    £30,500Salary (3 years)£27,000
    77%Satisfaction85%

  • Civil Engineering

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£29,000
    88%Satisfaction83%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    94%Satisfaction92%

  • Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation

    £33,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
    94%Satisfaction94%

  • Media & Film Studies

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£21,500
    85%Satisfaction89%

Showing the 12 largest of 28 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

Brunel University of London

MBA Scholarship (Full-time & Part-time) September 2026

£14,750

Deadline: Aug 2026

British Council Scholarships for Women in STEM 2026

100%

Deadline: N/A

Brunel Sanctuary Scholarship 2026/27

100%

Deadline: N/A

Brunel University of London and the China Scholarship Council PhD Scholarship 2026/27

100%

Deadline: N/A

Ealing Trailfinders (ETF) & Brunel University of London Rugby Academy Scholarship 2026/27

100%

Deadline: N/A

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Northumbria University, Newcastle

2025/26 PGT Sanctuary Scholarships

£3,000

Deadline: N/A

2025/26 UG Sanctuary Scholarships

£3,000

Deadline: N/A

Castle Peak Postgraduate Scholarships

See details

Deadline: N/A

GEMS Scholarship

See details

Deadline: N/A

Horiba Foundation UK Scholarship

See details

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Brunel University of London vs Northumbria University, Newcastle: common questions

Is Brunel University of London or Northumbria University, Newcastle cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at Brunel University of London and £19,850 at Northumbria University, Newcastle: Brunel University of London is about £2,450 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £24,800 a year at Brunel University of London and £19,850 at Northumbria University, Newcastle: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £4,950 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 Brunel University of London and Northumbria University, Newcastle?

Both universities teach 44 subject areas: Business Studies, Computer Science, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Design & Fashion, Law, General Engineering, Sociology & Criminology, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Mathematics, Civil Engineering, Politics & International Relations, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation and 32 more.

Is Brunel University of London or Northumbria University, Newcastle better for Business Studies?

Business Studies graduates earn a median £26,500 three years after graduating from Brunel University of London, and £26,000 from Northumbria University, Newcastle. Student satisfaction with teaching is 83% at Brunel University of London and 83% at Northumbria University, Newcastle. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Brunel University of London or Northumbria University, Newcastle offer more courses?

Brunel University of London lists 373 courses on CourseOptions and Northumbria University, Newcastle lists 305 courses.

What can you study at Brunel University of London but not at Northumbria University, Newcastle?

Brunel University of London teaches 18 subject areas that Northumbria University, Newcastle does not, including Business Information Systems, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Anthropology, Philosophy, Combined & General Studies, Film Production & Cinematography, Games Design & Computer Animation and 10 more.

What can you study at Northumbria University, Newcastle but not at Brunel University of London?

Northumbria University, Newcastle teaches 27 subject areas that Brunel University of London does not, including Architecture, Physical Geography & Climate, Applied Psychology, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Chemistry, Fine Art, Forensic Science, Hospitality, Events & Tourism and 19 more.

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Brunel University of London373 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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Northumbria University, Newcastle305 courses · 7 scholarshipsBrowse Courses