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Brunel University of London

Uxbridge · QS World #353

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University of East London

London · QS World #1001

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.

6/11

Brunel University of London

scored higher in 6 categories

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5/11

East London

scored higher in 5 categories

Quick Verdict

Brunel University of London leads in 6 of 11 categories where both have data (ranking, employment, graduate salary, scholarship). University of East London is ahead on TEF, established, satisfaction, international, courses.

Brunel University of London vs University of East London at a glance

Brunel University of London and University of East London both teach 41 subject areas, the largest being Design & Fashion, Childhood & Youth Studies and General Engineering. Brunel University of London offers 373 courses across 62 subject areas; University of East London offers 386 courses across 64 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at Brunel University of London and £15,560 at University of East London: University of East London is about £1,840 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £24,800 a year at Brunel University of London and £17,220 at University of East London: University of East London is about £7,580 a year cheaper.

Of the 30 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Brunel University of London is higher in 29 and University of East London in 1. The widest gap is in Business Information Systems: £36,000 three years after graduating from Brunel University of London, against £22,500 from University of East London. Of the 29 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of East London is higher in 20 and Brunel University of London in 7, with 2 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#353
QS World
#1001
#401
THE World
#1001
#69
Guardian UK
#111
1966
Established
1892
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 East London

81.7%
89.4%

Satisfaction

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

£35,800
£27,000

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

79.3%
78.9%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

34.6%
49.4%

International

International student share

373
386

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

East London

76 countries · 49.4% international

  • 🇮🇳India60.2%
  • 🌐Nepal18.2%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan9.1%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria2.8%
  • 🌐Sri Lanka1.7%

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 East London

Also taught at both: Psychology (General), Building & Construction, Economics, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Accounting, Finance & Actuarial Science, Biochemistry, Computing & IT, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Drama & Theatre, Mechanical Engineering, Business Information Systems, Film Production & Cinematography, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Human Geography & Environment, Music, Social Work, Marketing, Journalism, Games Design & Computer Animation, Human Resource Management, Mental Health Nursing, Adult Nursing, Information & Library Studies.

Only at Brunel University of London

Only at University of East London

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 East London
£15,560

University of East London is about £1,840 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Brunel University of London
£24,800
University of East London
£17,220

University of East London is about £7,580 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 East London

  • Design & Fashion

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£20,000
    88%Satisfaction84%

  • General Engineering

    £31,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
    80%Satisfaction82%

  • Law

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
    70%Satisfaction89%

  • Civil Engineering

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£29,000
    88%Satisfaction90%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £32,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    72%Satisfaction80%

  • Computer Science

    £37,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    74%Satisfaction95%

  • Sport & Exercise Sciences

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    82%Satisfaction86%

  • Business Studies

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
    83%Satisfaction92%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    94%Satisfaction96%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £23,500Salary (3 years)£19,500
    90%Satisfaction87%

  • Education Studies

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£18,500
    88%Satisfaction94%

  • Media & Film Studies

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£19,500
    85%Satisfaction89%

Showing the 12 largest of 30 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 East London

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FAQ

Brunel University of London vs University of East London: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at Brunel University of London and £15,560 at University of East London: University of East London is about £1,840 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £24,800 a year at Brunel University of London and £17,220 at University of East London: University of East London is about £7,580 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 East London?

Both universities teach 41 subject areas: Design & Fashion, Childhood & Youth Studies, General Engineering, Law, Civil Engineering, Business & Management (General), Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Business Studies, Politics & International Relations, Sociology & Criminology and 29 more.

Is Brunel University of London or University of East London better for Design & Fashion?

Design & Fashion graduates earn a median £25,000 three years after graduating from Brunel University of London, and £20,000 from University of East London. Student satisfaction with teaching is 88% at Brunel University of London and 84% at University of East London. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of East London lists 386 courses on CourseOptions and Brunel University of London lists 373 courses.

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

Brunel University of London teaches 21 subject areas that University of East London does not, including History, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, English Studies, Anthropology, Creative Writing, Linguistics, Philosophy and 13 more.

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

University of East London teaches 23 subject areas that Brunel University of London does not, including Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Management, Architecture, Applied Computing, Software Engineering, Anatomy & Pathology, Chemistry, Applied Psychology and 15 more.

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Brunel University of London373 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of East London386 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses