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Brunel University of London

Uxbridge · QS World #353

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University of Cambridge

Cambridge · QS World #6

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 12 datapoints

We looked at 12 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

4/12

Brunel University of London

scored higher in 4 categories

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8/12

Cambridge

scored higher in 8 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Cambridge leads in 8 of 12 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, TEF, established, satisfaction, graduate salary). Brunel University of London is ahead on employment, international, courses, scholarship.

Brunel University of London vs University of Cambridge at a glance

Brunel University of London and University of Cambridge both teach 38 subject areas, the largest being General Engineering, Electronic & Electrical Engineering and Mathematics. Brunel University of London offers 373 courses across 62 subject areas; University of Cambridge offers 336 courses across 79 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at Brunel University of London and £32,890 at University of Cambridge: Brunel University of London is about £15,490 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £24,800 a year at Brunel University of London and £41,300 at University of Cambridge: Brunel University of London is about £16,500 a year cheaper.

Of the 11 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Cambridge is higher in 11 and Brunel University of London in 0. The widest gap is in Economics: £31,000 three years after graduating from Brunel University of London, against £59,500 from University of Cambridge. Of the 11 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Cambridge is higher in 10 and Brunel University of London in 1.

World & National Rankings

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

#353
QS World
#6
#401
THE World
#3
#69
Guardian UK
#2
1966
Established
1209
No
Russell Group
Yes
Bronze
TEF Rating
Gold

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 of Cambridge

81.7%
92.1%

Satisfaction

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

£35,800
£49,800

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

79.3%
76.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

34.6%
32.2%

International

International student share

373
336

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
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.

Brunel University of London

81 countries · 34.6% international

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

Cambridge

96 countries · 32.2% international

  • 🇨🇳China28.2%
  • 🇺🇸United States10.3%
  • 🇸🇬Singapore6.6%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong5.3%
  • 🇮🇳India4.7%

Subjects

38 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 of Cambridge

Also taught at both: Finance & Actuarial Science, Biochemistry, Human Geography & Environment, Psychology (General), Philosophy, Chemical Engineering, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Computing & IT, English Studies, Music, Aerospace Engineering, Creative Writing, Anthropology, Geography (General), Linguistics, Building & Construction, Education Studies, Medicine, Statistics, Welsh Studies, Cognitive & Experimental Psychology, Information & Library Studies, International Development.

Only at Brunel University of London

Only at University of Cambridge

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 of Cambridge
£32,890

Brunel University of London is about £15,490 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Brunel University of London
£24,800
University of Cambridge
£41,300

Brunel University of London is about £16,500 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

University of Cambridge

  • General Engineering

    £31,500Salary (3 years)£39,500
    80%Satisfaction87%

  • Mathematics

    £30,500Salary (3 years)£44,500
    77%Satisfaction94%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£34,000
    94%SatisfactionNo data

  • Law

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£49,000
    70%Satisfaction96%

  • Economics

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£59,500
    79%Satisfaction86%

  • History

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£32,000
    96%Satisfaction95%

  • Computer Science

    £37,000Salary (3 years)£63,500
    74%Satisfaction94%

  • Psychology (General)

    £24,500Salary (3 years)£30,000
    79%Satisfaction92%

  • Chemical Engineering

    £31,500Salary (3 years)£43,000
    90%Satisfaction94%

  • English Studies

    £24,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
    94%Satisfaction96%

  • Music

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£27,000
    86%Satisfaction97%

  • Education Studies

    £25,000Salary (3 years)No data
    88%Satisfaction92%

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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FAQ

Brunel University of London vs University of Cambridge: common questions

Is Brunel University of London or University of Cambridge cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at Brunel University of London and £32,890 at University of Cambridge: Brunel University of London is about £15,490 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £24,800 a year at Brunel University of London and £41,300 at University of Cambridge: Brunel University of London is about £16,500 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 of Cambridge?

Both universities teach 38 subject areas: General Engineering, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Politics & International Relations, Sociology & Criminology, Law, Economics, History, Business Studies, Computer Science, Business & Management (General), Health Sciences & Paramedic Science and 26 more.

Is Brunel University of London or University of Cambridge better for General Engineering?

General Engineering graduates earn a median £31,500 three years after graduating from Brunel University of London, and £39,500 from University of Cambridge. Student satisfaction with teaching is 80% at Brunel University of London and 87% at University of Cambridge. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Brunel University of London or University of Cambridge offer more courses?

Brunel University of London lists 373 courses on CourseOptions and University of Cambridge lists 336 courses.

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

Brunel University of London teaches 24 subject areas that University of Cambridge does not, including Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Design & Fashion, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Business Information Systems, Drama & Theatre, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Accounting and 16 more.

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

University of Cambridge teaches 41 subject areas that Brunel University of London does not, including Biological Sciences (General), Asian Languages & Studies, Biomedical Sciences, Archaeology, Architecture, Clinical Specialities, Physics, Biology and 33 more.

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Brunel University of London373 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Cambridge336 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses