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Brunel University of London

Uxbridge · QS World #353

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University of the Arts London

London · 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.

6/10

Brunel University of London

scored higher in 6 categories

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4/10

Arts London

scored higher in 4 categories

Quick Verdict

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

Brunel University of London vs University of the Arts London at a glance

Brunel University of London and University of the Arts London both teach 18 subject areas, the largest being Design & Fashion, Business Studies and Film Production & Cinematography. Brunel University of London offers 373 courses across 62 subject areas; University of the Arts London offers 183 courses across 29 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at Brunel University of London and £30,890 at University of the Arts London: Brunel University of London is about £13,490 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £24,800 a year at Brunel University of London and £30,890 at University of the Arts London: Brunel University of London is about £6,090 a year cheaper.

Of the 8 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Brunel University of London is higher in 7 and University of the Arts London in 1. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £37,000 three years after graduating from Brunel University of London, against £26,500 from University of the Arts London. Of the 8 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Brunel University of London is higher in 5 and University of the Arts London in 3.

World & National Rankings

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

#353
QS World
#851
#401
THE World
#1501
#69
Guardian UK
#52
1966
Established
1986
No
Russell Group
No
Bronze
TEF Rating
Bronze

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 the Arts London

81.7%
83%

Satisfaction

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

£35,800
£28,500

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

79.3%
80.8%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

34.6%
54%

International

International student share

373
183

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

Arts London

84 countries · 54% international

  • 🇨🇳China55.7%
  • 🇮🇳India6%
  • 🇺🇸United States4.4%
  • 🌐Korea (South)3.9%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong3.3%

Subjects

18 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 the Arts London

Also taught at both: Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Public Relations, Information & Library Studies.

Only at Brunel University of London

Only at University of the Arts 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 the Arts London
£30,890

Brunel University of London is about £13,490 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Brunel University of London
£24,800
University of the Arts London
£30,890

Brunel University of London is about £6,090 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 the Arts London

  • Design & Fashion

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
    88%Satisfaction86%

  • Film Production & Cinematography

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£20,500
    70%Satisfaction80%

  • Computer Science

    £37,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    74%Satisfaction80%

  • Media & Film Studies

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    85%Satisfaction80%

  • Drama & Theatre

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£20,500
    81%Satisfaction76%

  • Music

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£20,500
    86%Satisfaction70%

  • Games Design & Computer Animation

    £36,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    96%Satisfaction80%

  • Journalism

    £23,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
    78%Satisfaction86%

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 the Arts London

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FAQ

Brunel University of London vs University of the Arts London: common questions

Is Brunel University of London or University of the Arts London cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at Brunel University of London and £30,890 at University of the Arts London: Brunel University of London is about £13,490 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £24,800 a year at Brunel University of London and £30,890 at University of the Arts London: Brunel University of London is about £6,090 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 the Arts London?

Both universities teach 18 subject areas: Design & Fashion, Business Studies, Film Production & Cinematography, Computer Science, Media & Film Studies, Drama & Theatre, Economics, Business & Management (General), Music, Computing & IT, Psychology (General), Marketing and 6 more.

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

Design & Fashion graduates earn a median £25,000 three years after graduating from Brunel University of London, and £23,500 from University of the Arts London. Student satisfaction with teaching is 88% at Brunel University of London and 86% at University of the Arts London. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Brunel University of London or University of the Arts London offer more courses?

Brunel University of London lists 373 courses on CourseOptions and University of the Arts London lists 183 courses.

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

Brunel University of London teaches 44 subject areas that University of the Arts London does not, including General Engineering, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Politics & International Relations, Law, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Civil Engineering, Sociology & Criminology and 36 more.

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

University of the Arts London teaches 11 subject areas that Brunel University of London does not, including Fine Art, Management, Cultural Studies, Applied Computing, Architecture, Performing Arts (General), Biology, Crafts & Applied Arts and 3 more.

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Brunel University of London373 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of the Arts London183 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses