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Brunel University of London

Uxbridge · QS World #353

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University Centre Somerset

Bridgwater

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.

3/3

Brunel University of London

scored higher in 3 categories

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0/3

University Centre Somerset

scored higher in 0 categories

Quick Verdict

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

Brunel University of London vs University Centre Somerset at a glance

Brunel University of London and University Centre Somerset both teach 11 subject areas, the largest being Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Sport & Exercise Sciences and Computing & IT. Brunel University of London offers 373 courses across 62 subject areas; University Centre Somerset offers 27 courses across 14 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at Brunel University of London and £13,500 at University Centre Somerset: University Centre Somerset is about £3,900 a year cheaper.

Of the 6 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Brunel University of London is higher in 6 and University Centre Somerset in 0. The widest gap is in Adult Nursing: £32,000 three years after graduating from Brunel University of London, against £19,000 from University Centre Somerset. Of the 2 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University Centre Somerset is higher in 2 and Brunel University of London in 0.

World & National Rankings

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

#353
QS World
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#401
THE World
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#69
Guardian UK
—
1966
Established
2015
No
Russell Group
No
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

University Centre Somerset

81.7%
No data

Satisfaction

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

£35,800
No data

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

79.3%
No data

Employment

Graduate employment rate

34.6%
No data

International

International student share

373
27

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
5

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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University Centre Somerset

No published data on international students

    Subjects

    11 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

    University Centre Somerset

    Only at Brunel University of London

    Only at University Centre Somerset

    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
    University Centre Somerset
    £13,500

    University Centre Somerset is about £3,900 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Brunel University of London
    £24,800
    University Centre Somerset
    No data

    We do not have reliable international fee data for University Centre Somerset 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

    University Centre Somerset

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      £32,000Salary (3 years)£27,000
      72%SatisfactionNo data

    • Manufacturing & Production Engineering

      £31,500Salary (3 years)£27,000
      73%SatisfactionNo data

    • Mechanical Engineering

      £32,500Salary (3 years)£27,000
      75%SatisfactionNo data

    • Chemical Engineering

      £31,500Salary (3 years)£27,000
      90%SatisfactionNo data

    • Adult Nursing

      £32,000Salary (3 years)£19,000
      83%Satisfaction86%

    • Mental Health Nursing

      £32,000Salary (3 years)£19,000
      83%Satisfaction86%

    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

    View all scholarships →

    University Centre Somerset

    Alumni Bursary

    £1,000

    Deadline: N/A

    HE Bursary

    £600

    Deadline: N/A

    Advanced Learner Loan Bursary

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

    HE Diagnostic Support Fund

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

    HE Technical Support Fund

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

    View all scholarships →

    FAQ

    Brunel University of London vs University Centre Somerset: common questions

    Is Brunel University of London or University Centre Somerset cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at Brunel University of London and £13,500 at University Centre Somerset: University Centre Somerset is about £3,900 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 University Centre Somerset?

    Both universities teach 11 subject areas: Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Computing & IT, History, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Psychology (General), Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Childhood & Youth Studies, Adult Nursing and Mental Health Nursing.

    Is Brunel University of London or University Centre Somerset better for Electronic & Electrical Engineering?

    Electronic & Electrical Engineering graduates earn a median £32,000 three years after graduating from Brunel University of London, and £27,000 from University Centre Somerset. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Brunel University of London or University Centre Somerset offer more courses?

    Brunel University of London lists 373 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre Somerset lists 27 courses.

    What can you study at Brunel University of London but not at University Centre Somerset?

    Brunel University of London teaches 51 subject areas that University Centre Somerset does not, including General Engineering, Business Studies, Mathematics, Politics & International Relations, Law, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Civil Engineering, Sociology & Criminology and 43 more.

    What can you study at University Centre Somerset but not at Brunel University of London?

    University Centre Somerset teaches 3 subject areas that Brunel University of London does not, including Agriculture & Land Management, Crafts & Applied Arts and Applied Computing.

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    Brunel University of London373 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University Centre Somerset27 courses · 5 scholarshipsBrowse Courses