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Durham · QS World #85
Gloucester
Head-to-Head Summary
Based on 9 datapoints
We looked at 9 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.
7/9
Durham
scored higher in 7 categories
2/9
Hartpury
scored higher in 2 categories
Quick Verdict
Durham University leads in 7 of 9 categories where both have data (Russell Group, established, satisfaction, international, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). Hartpury University is ahead on TEF, employment.
Durham University vs Hartpury University at a glance
Durham University and Hartpury University both teach 5 subject areas, the largest being Sport & Exercise Sciences, Psychology (General) and Business Studies. Durham University offers 278 courses across 54 subject areas; Hartpury University offers 107 courses across 12 subject areas.
For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £31,000 a year at Durham University and £17,250 at Hartpury University: Hartpury University is about £13,750 a year cheaper.
In Sport & Exercise Sciences, the one shared subject where both publish a graduate salary, Durham University is higher. In Sport & Exercise Sciences, the one shared subject where both publish a student satisfaction score, the two are about level.
World & National Rankings
Compare world and national league table positions, TEF ratings, and Russell Group membership.
Visual Breakdown
Key metrics at a glance
Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.
Durham University
Hartpury University
Satisfaction
Student satisfaction with teaching (NSS Survey, out of 100%)
Graduate Salaries (5y)
Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation
Employment
Graduate employment rate
International
International student share
Course Counts
Number of courses offered
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%
Hartpury
25 countries · 8.6% international
- 🇿🇦South Africa9.1%
- 🇺🇸United States9.1%
- 🇨🇦Canada4.5%
- 🇫🇷France4.5%
- 🇩🇪Germany4.5%
Subjects
5 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
Hartpury University
Sport & Exercise Sciences
3 coursesTypical fee £30,500 (UG)
25 coursesTypical fee £17,250 (UG)
Psychology (General)
12 coursesTypical fee £34,000 (UG)
2 coursesTypical fee £17,250 (UG)
Business Studies
11 coursesTypical fee £31,000 (UG)
1 courseFee not available
Business & Management (General)
Health Sciences & Paramedic Science
Only at Durham University
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
- Hartpury University
- £17,250
Hartpury University is about £13,750 a year cheaper.
Postgraduate
- Durham University
- £30,500
- Hartpury University
- No data
We do not have reliable international fee data for Hartpury University 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.
Durham University
Hartpury University
Sport & Exercise Sciences
£25,000Salary (3 years)£20,00092%Satisfaction92%
Scholarships for International Students
ExclusiveDurham 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
Hartpury University
Principal's International Scholarship
£3,000
Deadline: May 2026
Martin Baber Award
£1,500
Deadline: N/A
Vulnerable Learner Bursary
£1,200
Deadline: N/A
Joe Henson MBE Bursary
£1,000
Deadline: N/A
John Tedstone Bursary
See details
Deadline: N/A
FAQ
Durham University vs Hartpury University: common questions
Is Durham University or Hartpury University cheaper for international students?
For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £31,000 a year at Durham University and £17,250 at Hartpury University: Hartpury University is about £13,750 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 Hartpury University?
Both universities teach 5 subject areas: Sport & Exercise Sciences, Psychology (General), Business Studies, Business & Management (General) and Health Sciences & Paramedic Science.
Is Durham University or Hartpury University better for Sport & Exercise Sciences?
Sport & Exercise Sciences graduates earn a median £25,000 three years after graduating from Durham University, and £20,000 from Hartpury University. Student satisfaction with teaching is 92% at Durham University and 92% at Hartpury University. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.
Does Durham University or Hartpury University offer more courses?
Durham University lists 278 courses on CourseOptions and Hartpury University lists 107 courses.
What can you study at Durham University but not at Hartpury University?
Durham University teaches 49 subject areas that Hartpury University does not, including Economics, Theology & Religious Studies, Archaeology, Computer Science, General Engineering, Law, Politics & International Relations, Anthropology and 41 more.
What can you study at Hartpury University but not at Durham University?
Hartpury University teaches 7 subject areas that Durham University does not, including Animal Science, Agriculture & Land Management, Veterinary Medicine, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Veterinary Sciences & Nursing and Ecology & Conservation.
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