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Brunel University of London

Uxbridge · QS World #353

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University of Manchester

Manchester · QS World #40

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.

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Brunel University of London

scored higher in 1 category

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11/12

Manchester

scored higher in 11 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Manchester leads in 11 of 12 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, TEF, established, satisfaction, employment, international, graduate salary, courses). Brunel University of London is ahead on scholarship.

Brunel University of London vs University of Manchester at a glance

Brunel University of London and University of Manchester both teach 51 subject areas, the largest being Politics & International Relations, Mathematics and Electronic & Electrical Engineering. Brunel University of London offers 373 courses across 62 subject areas; University of Manchester offers 1,041 courses across 116 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at Brunel University of London and £32,300 at University of Manchester: Brunel University of London is about £14,900 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £24,800 a year at Brunel University of London and £26,800 at University of Manchester: Brunel University of London is about £2,000 a year cheaper.

Of the 29 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Manchester is higher in 15 and Brunel University of London in 12, with 2 about level. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £37,000 three years after graduating from Brunel University of London, against £44,000 from University of Manchester. Of the 27 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Manchester is higher in 18 and Brunel University of London in 8, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#353
QS World
#40
#401
THE World
#56
#69
Guardian UK
#29
1966
Established
1824
No
Russell Group
Yes
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 Manchester

81.7%
85.1%

Satisfaction

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

£35,800
£36,500

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

79.3%
80%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

34.6%
40%

International

International student share

373
1041

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
6

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

Manchester

120 countries · 40% international

  • 🇨🇳China51%
  • 🇮🇳India7.6%
  • 🇲🇾Malaysia4.9%
  • 🇸🇦Saudi Arabia3.1%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong2.5%

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 Manchester

Also taught at both: Design & Fashion, Medicine, Computer Science, Finance & Actuarial Science, Linguistics, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Aerospace Engineering, Anthropology, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Psychology (General), Education Studies, English Literature, Music, Business Information Systems, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Human Geography & Environment, Accounting, Childhood & Youth Studies, Drama & Theatre, Geography (General), International Development, Computing & IT, Creative Writing, Philosophy, Social Work, English Studies, Information & Library Studies, Mental Health Nursing, Cognitive & Experimental Psychology, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Adult Nursing, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Children's Nursing, Human Resource Management, Marketing.

Only at Brunel University of London

Only at University of Manchester

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 Manchester
£32,300

Brunel University of London is about £14,900 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Brunel University of London
£24,800
University of Manchester
£26,800

Brunel University of London is about £2,000 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 Manchester

  • Politics & International Relations

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    94%Satisfaction88%

  • Mathematics

    £30,500Salary (3 years)£31,000
    77%Satisfaction83%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £32,000Salary (3 years)£33,500
    72%Satisfaction86%

  • Biochemistry

    £28,000Salary (3 years)£26,000
    88%Satisfaction87%

  • Economics

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£32,500
    79%Satisfaction85%

  • Chemical Engineering

    £31,500Salary (3 years)£36,000
    90%Satisfaction84%

  • Civil Engineering

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£30,500
    88%Satisfaction77%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £23,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
    90%Satisfaction84%

  • Law

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
    70%Satisfaction89%

  • Business & Management (General)

    £27,000Salary (3 years)£29,000
    84%Satisfaction88%

  • Business Studies

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£30,500
    83%Satisfaction92%

  • History

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£26,000
    96%Satisfaction91%

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 Manchester

Spärck AI Scholarship

£20,780

Deadline: N/A

The Sadler Bursary

£10,000

Deadline: N/A

The Bason Family Bursary

£6,000

Deadline: N/A

The Cowrie Foundation Scholarships

£6,000

Deadline: N/A

Accommodation Bursary

£2,050

Deadline: Jul 2026

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FAQ

Brunel University of London vs University of Manchester: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at Brunel University of London and £32,300 at University of Manchester: Brunel University of London is about £14,900 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £24,800 a year at Brunel University of London and £26,800 at University of Manchester: Brunel University of London is about £2,000 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 Manchester?

Both universities teach 51 subject areas: Politics & International Relations, Mathematics, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Biochemistry, Economics, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Sociology & Criminology, Law, Business & Management (General), Business Studies, General Engineering and 39 more.

Is Brunel University of London or University of Manchester better for Politics & International Relations?

Politics & International Relations graduates earn a median £29,000 three years after graduating from Brunel University of London, and £26,500 from University of Manchester. Student satisfaction with teaching is 94% at Brunel University of London and 88% at University of Manchester. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Manchester lists 1,041 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 Manchester?

Brunel University of London teaches 11 subject areas that University of Manchester does not, including Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Building & Construction, Combined & General Studies, Film Production & Cinematography, Games Design & Computer Animation, Journalism, Welsh Studies and 3 more.

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

University of Manchester teaches 65 subject areas that Brunel University of London does not, including Physics, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Dentistry, Management, Chemistry, Materials Science, Public Health & Epidemiology, Nursing (General) and 57 more.

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Brunel University of London373 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Manchester1,041 courses · 6 scholarshipsBrowse Courses