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Brunel University of London

Uxbridge · QS World #353

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University of Lincoln

Lincoln · QS World #851

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

Lincoln

scored higher in 5 categories

Quick Verdict

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

Brunel University of London vs University of Lincoln at a glance

Brunel University of London and University of Lincoln both teach 46 subject areas, the largest being Mathematics, General Engineering and Computer Science. Brunel University of London offers 373 courses across 62 subject areas; University of Lincoln offers 343 courses across 81 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at Brunel University of London and £18,300 at University of Lincoln: Brunel University of London is about £900 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £24,800 a year at Brunel University of London and £18,800 at University of Lincoln: University of Lincoln is about £6,000 a year cheaper.

Of the 24 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Brunel University of London is higher in 23 and University of Lincoln in 1. The widest gap is in Politics & International Relations: £29,000 three years after graduating from Brunel University of London, against £21,000 from University of Lincoln. Of the 25 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Lincoln is higher in 14 and Brunel University of London in 10, with 1 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
#38
1966
Established
1861
No
Russell Group
No
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 Lincoln

81.7%
84.2%

Satisfaction

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

£35,800
£29,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

79.3%
83.3%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

34.6%
20.5%

International

International student share

373
343

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
21

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

Lincoln

47 countries · 20.5% international

  • 🇮🇳India34.9%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan24.4%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria22.2%
  • 🇻🇳Vietnam2.4%
  • 🇨🇳China2.2%

Subjects

46 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 Lincoln

Also taught at both: Psychology (General), Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, History, Mechanical Engineering, Finance & Actuarial Science, Human Geography & Environment, Drama & Theatre, Journalism, Philosophy, Accounting, Childhood & Youth Studies, Computing & IT, Film Production & Cinematography, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Music, Creative Writing, English Studies, Chemical Engineering, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Geography (General), Marketing, Education Studies, English Literature, Games Design & Computer Animation, Human Resource Management, Building & Construction, Medicine, Mental Health Nursing, Social Sciences (General), Social Work, Medical Imaging.

Only at Brunel University of London

Only at University of Lincoln

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 Lincoln
£18,300

Brunel University of London is about £900 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Brunel University of London
£24,800
University of Lincoln
£18,800

University of Lincoln is about £6,000 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 Lincoln

  • Mathematics

    £30,500Salary (3 years)No data
    77%Satisfaction88%

  • General Engineering

    £31,500Salary (3 years)£30,500
    80%Satisfaction85%

  • Computer Science

    £37,000Salary (3 years)£29,500
    74%Satisfaction73%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £32,000Salary (3 years)£30,500
    72%Satisfaction85%

  • Law

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
    70%Satisfaction89%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    94%Satisfaction92%

  • Design & Fashion

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£20,000
    88%Satisfaction87%

  • Business Studies

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£24,500
    83%Satisfaction83%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £23,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
    90%Satisfaction73%

  • Sport & Exercise Sciences

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£23,000
    82%Satisfaction95%

  • Media & Film Studies

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£19,500
    85%Satisfaction77%

  • Biochemistry

    £28,000Salary (3 years)£23,000
    88%Satisfaction98%

Showing the 12 largest of 26 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 Lincoln

Chevening Scholarships

100%

Deadline: N/A

Canada Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

European Union Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

South Asia Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

South East Asia Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Brunel University of London vs University of Lincoln: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at Brunel University of London and £18,300 at University of Lincoln: Brunel University of London is about £900 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £24,800 a year at Brunel University of London and £18,800 at University of Lincoln: University of Lincoln is about £6,000 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 Lincoln?

Both universities teach 46 subject areas: Mathematics, General Engineering, Computer Science, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Law, Politics & International Relations, Design & Fashion, Business Studies, Sociology & Criminology, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Media & Film Studies, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation and 34 more.

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

General Engineering graduates earn a median £31,500 three years after graduating from Brunel University of London, and £30,500 from University of Lincoln. Student satisfaction with teaching is 80% at Brunel University of London and 85% at University of Lincoln. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

Brunel University of London lists 373 courses on CourseOptions and University of Lincoln lists 343 courses.

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

Brunel University of London teaches 16 subject areas that University of Lincoln does not, including Civil Engineering, Business Information Systems, Aerospace Engineering, Anthropology, Linguistics, Adult Nursing, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Children's Nursing and 8 more.

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

University of Lincoln teaches 35 subject areas that Brunel University of London does not, including Chemistry, Physics, Animal Science, Zoology & Animal Biology, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Biomedical Sciences, Pharmacology, Biology and 27 more.

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