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Brunel University of London

Uxbridge · QS World #353

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University of Chester

Chester · Guardian UK #91

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

VS

4/10

Chester

scored higher in 4 categories

Quick Verdict

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

Brunel University of London vs University of Chester at a glance

Brunel University of London and University of Chester both teach 41 subject areas, the largest being Sociology & Criminology, Childhood & Youth Studies and Politics & International Relations. Brunel University of London offers 373 courses across 62 subject areas; University of Chester offers 329 courses across 73 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at Brunel University of London and £14,950 at University of Chester: University of Chester 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 £15,500 at University of Chester: University of Chester is about £9,300 a year cheaper.

Of the 26 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Brunel University of London is higher in 26 and University of Chester in 0. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £37,000 three years after graduating from Brunel University of London, against £23,000 from University of Chester. Of the 25 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Brunel University of London is higher in 14 and University of Chester in 8, with 3 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#353
QS World
—
#401
THE World
#1501
#69
Guardian UK
#91
1966
Established
1839
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

University of Chester

81.7%
83.9%

Satisfaction

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

£35,800
£27,400

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

79.3%
84.7%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

34.6%
28.7%

International

International student share

373
329

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
3

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

Chester

52 countries · 28.7% international

  • 🇮🇳India32.1%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan26.7%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria11.7%
  • 🌐Sri Lanka7.1%
  • 🇧🇩Bangladesh2.8%

Subjects

41 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 Chester

Also taught at both: History, Accounting, Business Information Systems, Geography (General), Drama & Theatre, Journalism, Marketing, Music, Adult Nursing, Chemical Engineering, Computing & IT, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Mental Health Nursing, Creative Writing, English Studies, Games Design & Computer Animation, Social Work, Children's Nursing, Education Studies, Film Production & Cinematography, Social Sciences (General), Building & Construction, English Literature, Information & Library Studies, Medicine.

Only at Brunel University of London

Only at University of Chester

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 Chester
£14,950

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

Postgraduate

Brunel University of London
£24,800
University of Chester
£15,500

University of Chester is about £9,300 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 Chester

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £23,500Salary (3 years)£20,500
    90%Satisfaction86%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    94%Satisfaction86%

  • Business & Management (General)

    £27,000Salary (3 years)£21,500
    84%Satisfaction79%

  • Law

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£20,000
    70%Satisfaction89%

  • Business Studies

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£21,500
    83%Satisfaction88%

  • Computer Science

    £37,000Salary (3 years)£23,000
    74%Satisfaction83%

  • Psychology (General)

    £24,500Salary (3 years)£20,500
    79%Satisfaction82%

  • Design & Fashion

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£19,000
    88%Satisfaction82%

  • Mathematics

    £30,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
    77%SatisfactionNo data

  • Sport & Exercise Sciences

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    82%Satisfaction90%

  • Media & Film Studies

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£20,000
    85%Satisfaction70%

  • Finance & Actuarial Science

    £30,000Salary (3 years)£21,500
    88%Satisfaction77%

Showing the 12 largest of 27 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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University of Chester

NHS Learning Support Fund

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

Visit Us Travel Bursary

£100

Deadline: N/A

Futures Employability Fund

See details

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Brunel University of London vs University of Chester: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at Brunel University of London and £14,950 at University of Chester: University of Chester 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 £15,500 at University of Chester: University of Chester is about £9,300 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 Chester?

Both universities teach 41 subject areas: Sociology & Criminology, Childhood & Youth Studies, Politics & International Relations, Business & Management (General), General Engineering, Law, Business Studies, Computer Science, Psychology (General), Design & Fashion, Mathematics, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science and 29 more.

Is Brunel University of London or University of Chester better for Sociology & Criminology?

Sociology & Criminology graduates earn a median £23,500 three years after graduating from Brunel University of London, and £20,500 from University of Chester. Student satisfaction with teaching is 90% at Brunel University of London and 86% at University of Chester. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

Brunel University of London lists 373 courses on CourseOptions and University of Chester lists 329 courses.

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

Brunel University of London teaches 21 subject areas that University of Chester does not, including Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Civil Engineering, Economics, Biochemistry, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Human Geography & Environment and 13 more.

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

University of Chester teaches 32 subject areas that Brunel University of London does not, including Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Archaeology, Software Engineering, Nutrition & Dietetics, Animal Science, Agriculture & Land Management, Biomedical Sciences, Learning Disabilities Nursing and 24 more.

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Brunel University of London373 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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