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Brunel University of London

Uxbridge · QS World #353

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University of Hertfordshire

Hatfield · QS World #851

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.

4/10

Brunel University of London

scored higher in 4 categories

VS

6/10

Hertfordshire

scored higher in 6 categories

Quick Verdict

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

Brunel University of London vs University of Hertfordshire at a glance

Brunel University of London and University of Hertfordshire both teach 51 subject areas, the largest being Childhood & Youth Studies, Computer Science and Business & Management (General). Brunel University of London offers 373 courses across 62 subject areas; University of Hertfordshire offers 468 courses across 86 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at Brunel University of London and £15,500 at University of Hertfordshire: University of Hertfordshire is about £1,900 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £24,800 a year at Brunel University of London and £18,000 at University of Hertfordshire: University of Hertfordshire is about £6,800 a year cheaper.

Of the 29 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Brunel University of London is higher in 23 and University of Hertfordshire in 5, with 1 about level. The widest gap is in Mental Health Nursing: £32,000 three years after graduating from Brunel University of London, against £37,500 from University of Hertfordshire. Of the 28 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Hertfordshire is higher in 19 and Brunel University of London in 5, with 4 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#353
QS World
#851
#401
THE World
#601
#69
Guardian UK
#69
1966
Established
1952
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 Hertfordshire

81.7%
86.4%

Satisfaction

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

£35,800
£32,800

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

79.3%
83.1%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

34.6%
57.5%

International

International student share

373
468

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

Hertfordshire

77 countries · 57.5% international

  • 🇮🇳India44.6%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan26.4%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria10.3%
  • 🇧🇩Bangladesh5.5%
  • 🇨🇳China1.8%

Subjects

51 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 Hertfordshire

Also taught at both: Psychology (General), Sport & Exercise Sciences, Civil Engineering, Sociology & Criminology, Economics, Finance & Actuarial Science, Mechanical Engineering, Music, Marketing, Film Production & Cinematography, History, Environmental Sciences, Human Geography & Environment, Accounting, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Building & Construction, Computing & IT, Games Design & Computer Animation, Geography (General), Human Resource Management, Mental Health Nursing, Philosophy, Social Work, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Creative Writing, Education Studies, English Literature, Public Relations, Adult Nursing, Children's Nursing, Journalism, Statistics, Welsh Studies, Medical Imaging, Medicine, Social Sciences (General).

Only at Brunel University of London

Only at University of Hertfordshire

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 Hertfordshire
£15,500

University of Hertfordshire is about £1,900 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Brunel University of London
£24,800
University of Hertfordshire
£18,000

University of Hertfordshire is about £6,800 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 Hertfordshire

  • Computer Science

    £37,000Salary (3 years)£32,000
    74%Satisfaction78%

  • Business & Management (General)

    £27,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    84%Satisfaction85%

  • Law

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
    70%Satisfaction89%

  • Business Studies

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
    83%Satisfaction91%

  • Design & Fashion

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    88%Satisfaction88%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£28,500
    94%Satisfaction95%

  • Mathematics

    £30,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
    77%Satisfaction85%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £32,000Salary (3 years)£30,000
    72%Satisfaction84%

  • Manufacturing & Production Engineering

    £31,500Salary (3 years)£30,000
    73%Satisfaction77%

  • Aerospace Engineering

    £29,500Salary (3 years)£30,000
    75%Satisfaction80%

  • Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation

    £33,000Salary (3 years)£30,000
    94%Satisfaction95%

  • Media & Film Studies

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
    85%Satisfaction77%

Showing the 12 largest of 29 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 Hertfordshire

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FAQ

Brunel University of London vs University of Hertfordshire: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at Brunel University of London and £15,500 at University of Hertfordshire: University of Hertfordshire is about £1,900 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £24,800 a year at Brunel University of London and £18,000 at University of Hertfordshire: University of Hertfordshire is about £6,800 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 Hertfordshire?

Both universities teach 51 subject areas: Childhood & Youth Studies, Computer Science, Business & Management (General), Law, Business Studies, Design & Fashion, General Engineering, Politics & International Relations, Mathematics, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Manufacturing & Production Engineering and 39 more.

Is Brunel University of London or University of Hertfordshire better for Computer Science?

Computer Science graduates earn a median £37,000 three years after graduating from Brunel University of London, and £32,000 from University of Hertfordshire. Student satisfaction with teaching is 74% at Brunel University of London and 78% at University of Hertfordshire. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Hertfordshire lists 468 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 Hertfordshire?

Brunel University of London teaches 11 subject areas that University of Hertfordshire does not, including Biochemistry, Business Information Systems, Drama & Theatre, Chemical Engineering, English Studies, Anthropology, Linguistics, Combined & General Studies and 3 more.

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

University of Hertfordshire teaches 35 subject areas that Brunel University of London does not, including Clinical Specialities, Biotechnology, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Biomedical Sciences, Health & Social Care, Pharmacy, Physics, Public Health & Epidemiology and 27 more.

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Brunel University of London373 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Hertfordshire468 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses