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Cardiff University

Cardiff · QS World #179

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University Centre South Devon

Paignton

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 6 datapoints

We looked at 6 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

4/6

Cardiff

scored higher in 4 categories

VS

2/6

University Centre South Devon

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

Cardiff University leads in 4 of 6 categories where both have data (Russell Group, established, graduate salary, courses). University Centre South Devon is ahead on satisfaction, employment.

Cardiff University vs University Centre South Devon at a glance

Cardiff University and University Centre South Devon both teach 13 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Management and Physics. Cardiff University offers 362 courses across 86 subject areas; University Centre South Devon offers 31 courses across 18 subject areas.

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

Of the 3 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Cardiff University is higher in 3 and University Centre South Devon in 0. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £33,500 three years after graduating from Cardiff University, against £19,000 from University Centre South Devon. Of the 5 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University Centre South Devon is higher in 4 and Cardiff University in 1.

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
2006
Yes
Russell Group
No
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TEF Rating
Gold

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Cardiff University

University Centre South Devon

86.3%
93.4%

Satisfaction

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

£36,100
£25,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

82.1%
82.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

16%
No data

International

International student share

362
31

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

0
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.

Cardiff

89 countries · 16% international

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

No published data on international students

    Subjects

    13 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 South Devon

    Only at Cardiff University

    Only at University Centre South Devon

    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 South Devon
    £13,500

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

    Postgraduate

    Cardiff University
    £25,950
    University Centre South Devon
    No data

    We do not have reliable international fee data for University Centre South Devon 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 South Devon

    • Computer Science

      £33,500Salary (3 years)£19,000
      70%Satisfaction87%

    • Management

      £29,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
      79%Satisfaction97%

    • Social Sciences (General)

      £23,500Salary (3 years)No data
      89%Satisfaction100%

    • Music

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£14,500
      93%Satisfaction91%

    • Psychology (General)

      £25,000Salary (3 years)No data
      86%Satisfaction100%

    Scholarships for International Students

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    FAQ

    Cardiff University vs University Centre South Devon: common questions

    Is Cardiff University or University Centre South Devon 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 South Devon: University Centre South Devon 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 South Devon?

    Both universities teach 13 subject areas: Computer Science, Management, Physics, Social Sciences (General), General Engineering, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Music, Psychology (General), Childhood & Youth Studies, Health & Social Care, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Media & Film Studies and 1 more.

    Is Cardiff University or University Centre South Devon better for Computer Science?

    Computer Science graduates earn a median £33,500 three years after graduating from Cardiff University, and £19,000 from University Centre South Devon. Student satisfaction with teaching is 70% at Cardiff University and 87% at University Centre South Devon. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Cardiff University or University Centre South Devon offer more courses?

    Cardiff University lists 362 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre South Devon lists 31 courses.

    What can you study at Cardiff University but not at University Centre South Devon?

    Cardiff University teaches 73 subject areas that University Centre South Devon does not, including Civil Engineering, Mathematics, Law, Chemistry, Geology & Earth Sciences, Human Geography & Environment, Journalism, Politics & International Relations and 65 more.

    What can you study at University Centre South Devon but not at Cardiff University?

    University Centre South Devon teaches 5 subject areas that Cardiff University does not, including Animal Science, Healthcare Science, Marine Engineering & Technology, Sport & Exercise Sciences and Creative Arts (General).

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