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Cardiff University

Cardiff · QS World #179

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University Centre Somerset

Bridgwater

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 4 datapoints

We looked at 4 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

3/4

Cardiff

scored higher in 3 categories

VS

1/4

University Centre Somerset

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

Cardiff University leads in 3 of 4 categories where both have data (Russell Group, established, courses). University Centre Somerset is ahead on scholarship.

Cardiff University vs University Centre Somerset at a glance

Cardiff University and University Centre Somerset both teach 10 subject areas, the largest being Mechanical Engineering, Computing & IT and Electronic & Electrical Engineering. Cardiff University offers 362 courses across 86 subject areas; University Centre Somerset offers 27 courses across 14 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £30,700 a year at Cardiff University and £13,500 at University Centre Somerset: University Centre Somerset is about £17,200 a year cheaper.

Of the 4 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Cardiff University is higher in 4 and University Centre Somerset in 0. The widest gap is in Adult Nursing: £29,000 three years after graduating from Cardiff University, against £19,000 from University Centre Somerset. Of the 2 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Cardiff University is higher in 2 and University Centre Somerset in 0.

World & National Rankings

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

#179
QS World
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#201
THE World
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#34
Guardian UK
—
1883
Established
2015
Yes
Russell Group
No
—
TEF Rating
—

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.

Cardiff University

University Centre Somerset

86.3%
No data

Satisfaction

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

£36,100
No data

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

82.1%
No data

Employment

Graduate employment rate

16%
No data

International

International student share

362
27

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

0
5

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.

Cardiff

89 countries · 16% international

  • 🇨🇳China22.8%
  • 🇮🇳India14.5%
  • 🇲🇾Malaysia7.3%
  • 🇸🇦Saudi Arabia5.7%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong5%
VS

University Centre Somerset

No published data on international students

    Subjects

    10 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.

    Cardiff University

    University Centre Somerset

    Only at Cardiff University

    Only at University Centre Somerset

    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

    Cardiff University
    £30,700
    University Centre Somerset
    £13,500

    University Centre Somerset is about £17,200 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Cardiff University
    £25,950
    University Centre Somerset
    No data

    We do not have reliable international fee data for University Centre Somerset yet.

    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.

    Cardiff University

    University Centre Somerset

    • Mechanical Engineering

      £33,000Salary (3 years)£27,000
      73%SatisfactionNo data

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      £31,500Salary (3 years)£27,000
      92%SatisfactionNo data

    • Adult Nursing

      £29,000Salary (3 years)£19,000
      97%Satisfaction86%

    • Mental Health Nursing

      £29,000Salary (3 years)£19,000
      97%Satisfaction86%

    Scholarships for International Students

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    Cardiff University

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    University Centre Somerset

    Alumni Bursary

    £1,000

    Deadline: N/A

    HE Bursary

    £600

    Deadline: N/A

    Advanced Learner Loan Bursary

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

    HE Diagnostic Support Fund

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

    HE Technical Support Fund

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    Cardiff University vs University Centre Somerset: common questions

    Is Cardiff University or University Centre Somerset cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £30,700 a year at Cardiff University and £13,500 at University Centre Somerset: University Centre Somerset is about £17,200 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 Cardiff University and University Centre Somerset?

    Both universities teach 10 subject areas: Mechanical Engineering, Computing & IT, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Psychology (General), History, Childhood & Youth Studies, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Adult Nursing, Applied Computing and Mental Health Nursing.

    Is Cardiff University or University Centre Somerset better for Mechanical Engineering?

    Mechanical Engineering graduates earn a median £33,000 three years after graduating from Cardiff University, and £27,000 from University Centre Somerset. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Cardiff University or University Centre Somerset offer more courses?

    Cardiff University lists 362 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre Somerset lists 27 courses.

    What can you study at Cardiff University but not at University Centre Somerset?

    Cardiff University teaches 76 subject areas that University Centre Somerset does not, including Civil Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Law, Chemistry, Management, Geology & Earth Sciences, Human Geography & Environment and 68 more.

    What can you study at University Centre Somerset but not at Cardiff University?

    University Centre Somerset teaches 4 subject areas that Cardiff University does not, including Agriculture & Land Management, Crafts & Applied Arts, Chemical Engineering and Sport & Exercise Sciences.

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    Cardiff University362 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University Centre Somerset27 courses · 5 scholarshipsBrowse Courses