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Brunel University of London

Uxbridge · QS World #353

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University of Reading

Reading · QS World #196

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.

2/10

Brunel University of London

scored higher in 2 categories

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8/10

Reading

scored higher in 8 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Reading leads in 8 of 10 categories where both have data (ranking, TEF, established, satisfaction, employment, courses). Brunel University of London is ahead on international, scholarship.

Brunel University of London vs University of Reading at a glance

Brunel University of London and University of Reading both teach 38 subject areas, the largest being Economics, Finance & Actuarial Science and Business & Management (General). Brunel University of London offers 373 courses across 62 subject areas; University of Reading offers 448 courses across 70 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at Brunel University of London and £25,850 at University of Reading: Brunel University of London is about £8,450 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £24,800 a year at Brunel University of London and £26,450 at University of Reading: Brunel University of London is about £1,650 a year cheaper.

Of the 19 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Reading is higher in 11 and Brunel University of London in 7, with 1 about level. The widest gap is in Business Studies: £26,500 three years after graduating from Brunel University of London, against £39,500 from University of Reading. Of the 20 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Reading is higher in 12 and Brunel University of London in 6, with 2 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#353
QS World
#196
#401
THE World
#201
#69
Guardian UK
#33
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 Reading

81.7%
85.1%

Satisfaction

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

£35,800
£35,800

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

79.3%
84.7%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

34.6%
18%

International

International student share

373
448

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
1

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

Reading

96 countries · 18% international

  • 🇨🇳China26%
  • 🇮🇳India6.9%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong5.3%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria4.2%
  • 🇲🇾Malaysia3.9%

Subjects

38 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 Reading

Also taught at both: Biochemistry, Computer Science, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Marketing, Media & Film Studies, Philosophy, Accounting, English Literature, Human Geography & Environment, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Childhood & Youth Studies, Information & Library Studies, Drama & Theatre, Education Studies, Environmental Sciences, International Development, Creative Writing, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Combined & General Studies, Linguistics, Film Production & Cinematography, Human Resource Management, Social Sciences (General).

Only at Brunel University of London

Only at University of Reading

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 Reading
£25,850

Brunel University of London is about £8,450 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Brunel University of London
£24,800
University of Reading
£26,450

Brunel University of London is about £1,650 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 Reading

  • Economics

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£32,500
    79%Satisfaction82%

  • Finance & Actuarial Science

    £30,000Salary (3 years)£38,500
    88%Satisfaction83%

  • Business & Management (General)

    £27,000Salary (3 years)£35,500
    84%Satisfaction77%

  • Law

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
    70%Satisfaction86%

  • Mathematics

    £30,500Salary (3 years)£30,500
    77%Satisfaction86%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
    94%Satisfaction92%

  • Business Studies

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£39,500
    83%Satisfaction79%

  • History

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£25,000
    96%Satisfaction95%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £23,500Salary (3 years)£31,000
    90%Satisfaction96%

  • Design & Fashion

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£26,000
    88%Satisfaction93%

  • Psychology (General)

    £24,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
    79%Satisfaction83%

  • Civil Engineering

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£33,000
    88%Satisfaction98%

Showing the 12 largest of 20 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 Reading

The Sporting Excellence Scholarship

See details

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Brunel University of London vs University of Reading: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at Brunel University of London and £25,850 at University of Reading: Brunel University of London is about £8,450 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £24,800 a year at Brunel University of London and £26,450 at University of Reading: Brunel University of London is about £1,650 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 Reading?

Both universities teach 38 subject areas: Economics, Finance & Actuarial Science, Business & Management (General), Law, Mathematics, Politics & International Relations, Business Studies, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, History, Sociology & Criminology, Building & Construction, Design & Fashion and 26 more.

Is Brunel University of London or University of Reading better for Economics?

Economics graduates earn a median £31,000 three years after graduating from Brunel University of London, and £32,500 from University of Reading. Student satisfaction with teaching is 79% at Brunel University of London and 82% at University of Reading. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Reading lists 448 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 Reading?

Brunel University of London teaches 24 subject areas that University of Reading does not, including General Engineering, Business Information Systems, Computing & IT, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, English Studies and 16 more.

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

University of Reading teaches 32 subject areas that Brunel University of London does not, including Agriculture & Land Management, Chemistry, Management, Food Science, Ancient Languages, Archaeology, Teacher Training, Biological Sciences (General) and 24 more.

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Brunel University of London373 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Reading448 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses