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Durham University

Durham · QS World #85

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Goldsmiths, University of London

London · QS World #701

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.

9/12

Durham

scored higher in 9 categories

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3/12

Goldsmiths

scored higher in 3 categories

Quick Verdict

Durham University leads in 9 of 12 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, TEF, established, satisfaction, graduate salary, scholarship). Goldsmiths, University of London is ahead on employment, international, courses.

Durham University vs Goldsmiths, University of London at a glance

Durham University and Goldsmiths, University of London both teach 19 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Psychology (General) and Economics. Durham University offers 278 courses across 54 subject areas; Goldsmiths, University of London offers 291 courses across 39 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £31,000 a year at Durham University and £22,000 at Goldsmiths, University of London: Goldsmiths, University of London is about £9,000 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £30,500 a year at Durham University and £22,000 at Goldsmiths, University of London: Goldsmiths, University of London is about £8,500 a year cheaper.

Of the 9 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Durham University is higher in 9 and Goldsmiths, University of London in 0. The widest gap is in Economics: £42,000 three years after graduating from Durham University, against £25,000 from Goldsmiths, University of London. Of the 11 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Durham University is higher in 9 and Goldsmiths, University of London in 2.

World & National Rankings

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

#85
QS World
#701
#175
THE World
#501
#6
Guardian UK
#84
1832
Established
1891
Yes
Russell Group
No
Silver
TEF Rating
Bronze

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Durham University

Goldsmiths, University of London

90.7%
85.4%

Satisfaction

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

£43,800
£29,600

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

74.4%
83%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

32.6%
40.3%

International

International student share

278
291

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

102
29

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.

Durham

86 countries · 32.6% international

  • 🇨🇳China49.5%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong7.4%
  • 🇮🇳India5.9%
  • 🇺🇸United States4.9%
  • 🇸🇬Singapore2.6%
VS

Goldsmiths

59 countries · 40.3% international

  • 🇨🇳China54.1%
  • 🇺🇸United States7.4%
  • 🌐Korea (South)4.7%
  • 🇮🇳India4.4%
  • 🌐Taiwan2.2%

Subjects

19 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.

Durham University

Goldsmiths, University of London

Also taught at both: Ancient Languages, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Business & Management (General), Childhood & Youth Studies.

Only at Durham University

Only at Goldsmiths, University of 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

Durham University
£31,000
Goldsmiths, University of London
£22,000

Goldsmiths, University of London is about £9,000 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Durham University
£30,500
Goldsmiths, University of London
£22,000

Goldsmiths, University of London is about £8,500 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.

Durham University

Goldsmiths, University of London

  • Computer Science

    £40,000Salary (3 years)£31,500
    87%Satisfaction81%

  • Psychology (General)

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£25,000
    91%Satisfaction79%

  • Economics

    £42,000Salary (3 years)£25,000
    90%Satisfaction87%

  • Law

    £36,000Salary (3 years)No data
    90%Satisfaction96%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £34,000Salary (3 years)£24,500
    88%Satisfaction87%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
    89%Satisfaction74%

  • Anthropology

    £27,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
    96%Satisfaction92%

  • Education Studies

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£22,000
    86%Satisfaction77%

  • History

    £33,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
    94%Satisfaction98%

  • Music

    £23,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
    97%Satisfaction85%

  • English Studies

    No dataSalary (3 years)£23,500
    98%Satisfaction83%

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

Durham University

Sir Harry Evans Global Fellowship

£53,333

Deadline: N/A

Durham Inspiring Excellence Scholarships - Undergraduate

£30,000

Deadline: N/A

The Global DBA Scholarships

£25,000

Deadline: Nov 2026

The Mary Ward Postgraduate Scholarship Fund

£25,000

Deadline: N/A

Global Grand Challenges Studentships

£20,780

Deadline: N/A

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Goldsmiths, University of London

ESRC/SENSS Doctoral Studentships

£22,780

Deadline: N/A

Migrant Futures Doctoral Studentships

£22,780

Deadline: N/A

Academics at Risk Scholarship

£15,000

Deadline: N/A

Rob Stringer Scholarship

£12,000

Deadline: N/A

Generation Delta Studentships

100%

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Durham University vs Goldsmiths, University of London: common questions

Is Durham University or Goldsmiths, University of London cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £31,000 a year at Durham University and £22,000 at Goldsmiths, University of London: Goldsmiths, University of London is about £9,000 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £30,500 a year at Durham University and £22,000 at Goldsmiths, University of London: Goldsmiths, University of London is about £8,500 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 Durham University and Goldsmiths, University of London?

Both universities teach 19 subject areas: Computer Science, Psychology (General), Economics, Law, Politics & International Relations, Sociology & Criminology, Anthropology, Management, Theology & Religious Studies, Education Studies, History, Music and 7 more.

Is Durham University or Goldsmiths, University of London better for Computer Science?

Computer Science graduates earn a median £40,000 three years after graduating from Durham University, and £31,500 from Goldsmiths, University of London. Student satisfaction with teaching is 87% at Durham University and 81% at Goldsmiths, University of London. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Durham University or Goldsmiths, University of London offer more courses?

Goldsmiths, University of London lists 291 courses on CourseOptions and Durham University lists 278 courses.

What can you study at Durham University but not at Goldsmiths, University of London?

Durham University teaches 35 subject areas that Goldsmiths, University of London does not, including Archaeology, General Engineering, Business Studies, Accounting, Finance & Actuarial Science, Chemistry, Classical Studies, Geology & Earth Sciences and 27 more.

What can you study at Goldsmiths, University of London but not at Durham University?

Goldsmiths, University of London teaches 20 subject areas that Durham University does not, including Media & Film Studies, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Social Work, History of Art & Design, Personal & Professional Development, Fine Art, Design & Fashion, Creative Writing and 12 more.

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Durham University278 courses · 102 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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Goldsmiths, University of London291 courses · 29 scholarshipsBrowse Courses