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Brunel University of London

Uxbridge · QS World #353

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The University of Edinburgh

Edinburgh · QS World #35

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 11 datapoints

We looked at 11 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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Brunel University of London

scored higher in 0 categories

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Edinburgh

scored higher in 11 categories

Quick Verdict

The University of Edinburgh leads in 11 of 11 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, established, satisfaction, employment, international, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). Brunel University of London does not lead in any category where both have data.

Brunel University of London vs The University of Edinburgh at a glance

Brunel University of London and The University of Edinburgh both teach 50 subject areas, the largest being Law, Computer Science and Business Studies. Brunel University of London offers 373 courses across 62 subject areas; The University of Edinburgh offers 936 courses across 116 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at Brunel University of London and £29,600 at The University of Edinburgh: Brunel University of London is about £12,200 a year cheaper.

Of the 24 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, The University of Edinburgh is higher in 15 and Brunel University of London in 4, with 5 about level. The widest gap is in Economics: £31,000 three years after graduating from Brunel University of London, against £38,000 from The University of Edinburgh. Of the 22 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, The University of Edinburgh is higher in 13 and Brunel University of London in 6, with 3 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#353
QS World
#35
#401
THE World
#29
#69
Guardian UK
#17
1966
Established
1583
No
Russell Group
Yes
Bronze
TEF Rating
—

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Brunel University of London

The University of Edinburgh

81.7%
85.3%

Satisfaction

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

£35,800
£37,600

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

79.3%
83%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

34.6%
41.6%

International

International student share

373
936

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
112

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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Edinburgh

122 countries · 41.6% international

  • 🇨🇳China44.5%
  • 🇺🇸United States9.3%
  • 🇮🇳India5.4%
  • 🇲🇾Malaysia2.7%
  • 🇨🇦Canada2.4%

Subjects

50 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

The University of Edinburgh

Also taught at both: Sport & Exercise Sciences, Psychology (General), Biochemistry, Business & Management (General), Linguistics, Education Studies, English Literature, Human Geography & Environment, Finance & Actuarial Science, Music, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Anthropology, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Computing & IT, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Social Sciences (General), Social Work, Accounting, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Drama & Theatre, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Creative Writing, Environmental Sciences, International Development, Combined & General Studies, Film Production & Cinematography, Statistics, Building & Construction, Childhood & Youth Studies, Adult Nursing, Geography (General), Mental Health Nursing, Marketing.

Only at Brunel University of London

Only at The University of Edinburgh

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
The University of Edinburgh
£29,600

Brunel University of London is about £12,200 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Brunel University of London
£24,800
The University of Edinburgh
No data

We do not have reliable international fee data for The University of Edinburgh 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.

Brunel University of London

The University of Edinburgh

  • Law

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
    70%Satisfaction86%

  • Computer Science

    £37,000Salary (3 years)£37,000
    74%Satisfaction74%

  • Business Studies

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£31,000
    83%Satisfaction80%

  • Mathematics

    £30,500Salary (3 years)£31,000
    77%Satisfaction81%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £32,000Salary (3 years)£34,000
    72%Satisfaction81%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £23,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
    90%Satisfaction82%

  • General Engineering

    £31,500Salary (3 years)£33,000
    80%Satisfaction83%

  • History

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£28,000
    96%Satisfaction88%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£29,000
    94%Satisfaction87%

  • Design & Fashion

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£20,000
    88%Satisfaction90%

  • Civil Engineering

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£32,000
    88%Satisfaction87%

  • Economics

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£38,000
    79%Satisfaction81%

Showing the 12 largest of 24 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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The University of Edinburgh

Asylum Seeker Scholarship

£21,000

Deadline: N/A

Education Beyond Borders postgraduate scholarship

£20,780

Deadline: N/A

Cameron Law Scholarship

£10,000

Deadline: N/A

Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Online Learning Scholarships

100%

Deadline: N/A

Rosedale OSSD University of Edinburgh Scholarship

£10,000

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Brunel University of London vs The University of Edinburgh: common questions

Is Brunel University of London or The University of Edinburgh cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at Brunel University of London and £29,600 at The University of Edinburgh: Brunel University of London is about £12,200 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 The University of Edinburgh?

Both universities teach 50 subject areas: Law, Computer Science, Business Studies, Mathematics, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Sociology & Criminology, General Engineering, History, Medicine, Politics & International Relations, Design & Fashion, Civil Engineering and 38 more.

Is Brunel University of London or The University of Edinburgh better for Law?

Law graduates earn a median £25,500 three years after graduating from Brunel University of London, and £26,500 from The University of Edinburgh. Student satisfaction with teaching is 70% at Brunel University of London and 86% at The University of Edinburgh. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Brunel University of London or The University of Edinburgh offer more courses?

The University of Edinburgh lists 936 courses on CourseOptions and Brunel University of London lists 373 courses.

What can you study at Brunel University of London but not at The University of Edinburgh?

Brunel University of London teaches 12 subject areas that The University of Edinburgh does not, including Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Business Information Systems, English Studies, Children's Nursing, Games Design & Computer Animation, Journalism, Welsh Studies, Cognitive & Experimental Psychology and 4 more.

What can you study at The University of Edinburgh but not at Brunel University of London?

The University of Edinburgh teaches 66 subject areas that Brunel University of London does not, including Theology & Religious Studies, German & Scandinavian Studies, Teacher Training, Physics, French, African & Middle Eastern Studies, Classical Studies, Spanish & Portuguese and 58 more.

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Brunel University of London373 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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The University of Edinburgh936 courses · 112 scholarshipsBrowse Courses