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Durham University

Durham · QS World #85

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London South Bank University

London · QS World #901

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 11 datapoints

We looked at 11 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

10/11

Durham

scored higher in 10 categories

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1/11

London South Bank

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

Durham University leads in 10 of 11 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, established, satisfaction, international, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). London South Bank University is ahead on employment.

Durham University vs London South Bank University at a glance

Durham University and London South Bank University both teach 24 subject areas, the largest being Business Studies, Computer Science and Law. Durham University offers 278 courses across 54 subject areas; London South Bank University offers 240 courses across 55 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £31,000 a year at Durham University and £17,400 at London South Bank University: London South Bank University is about £13,600 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £30,500 a year at Durham University and £18,900 at London South Bank University: London South Bank University is about £11,600 a year cheaper.

Of the 12 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Durham University is higher in 12 and London South Bank University in 0. The widest gap is in Accounting: £44,000 three years after graduating from Durham University, against £24,500 from London South Bank University. Of the 12 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Durham University is higher in 7 and London South Bank University in 4, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#85
QS World
#901
#175
THE World
#601
#6
Guardian UK
#78
1832
Established
1892
Yes
Russell Group
No
Silver
TEF Rating
Silver

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Durham University

London South Bank University

90.7%
85.1%

Satisfaction

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

£43,800
£33,900

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

74.4%
82.1%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

32.6%
15.6%

International

International student share

278
240

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

102
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.

Durham

86 countries · 32.6% international

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

60 countries · 15.6% international

  • 🇵🇰Pakistan26.1%
  • 🇮🇳India19.1%
  • 🇧🇩Bangladesh18.1%
  • 🌐Nepal4.9%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria3.3%

Subjects

24 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

London South Bank University

Also taught at both: Civil Engineering, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Childhood & Youth Studies, Marketing, Physics, Business & Management (General), Clinical Specialities, Forensic Science, Social Sciences (General).

Only at Durham University

Only at London South Bank 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
London South Bank University
£17,400

London South Bank University is about £13,600 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Durham University
£30,500
London South Bank University
£18,900

London South Bank University is about £11,600 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

London South Bank University

  • Business Studies

    £41,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
    83%Satisfaction93%

  • Computer Science

    £40,000Salary (3 years)£28,000
    87%Satisfaction90%

  • Law

    £36,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    90%Satisfaction89%

  • Economics

    £42,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
    90%Satisfaction91%

  • General Engineering

    £35,500Salary (3 years)£28,000
    86%Satisfaction66%

  • Psychology (General)

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£21,500
    91%Satisfaction84%

  • Accounting

    £44,000Salary (3 years)£24,500
    89%Satisfaction86%

  • Finance & Actuarial Science

    £42,000Salary (3 years)£25,000
    89%Satisfaction86%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£21,500
    89%Satisfaction89%

  • Sport & Exercise Sciences

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£21,500
    92%Satisfaction91%

  • Chemistry

    £34,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    96%Satisfaction98%

  • Education Studies

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
    86%Satisfaction85%

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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London South Bank University

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FAQ

Durham University vs London South Bank University: common questions

Is Durham University or London South Bank University cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £31,000 a year at Durham University and £17,400 at London South Bank University: London South Bank University is about £13,600 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £30,500 a year at Durham University and £18,900 at London South Bank University: London South Bank University is about £11,600 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 London South Bank University?

Both universities teach 24 subject areas: Business Studies, Computer Science, Law, Economics, General Engineering, Psychology (General), Accounting, Finance & Actuarial Science, Sociology & Criminology, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Chemistry and 12 more.

Is Durham University or London South Bank University better for Business Studies?

Business Studies graduates earn a median £41,000 three years after graduating from Durham University, and £24,000 from London South Bank University. Student satisfaction with teaching is 83% at Durham University and 93% at London South Bank University. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Durham University or London South Bank University offer more courses?

Durham University lists 278 courses on CourseOptions and London South Bank University lists 240 courses.

What can you study at Durham University but not at London South Bank University?

Durham University teaches 30 subject areas that London South Bank University does not, including Theology & Religious Studies, Archaeology, Politics & International Relations, Anthropology, Classical Studies, Geology & Earth Sciences, Mathematics, Natural Sciences and 22 more.

What can you study at London South Bank University but not at Durham University?

London South Bank University teaches 31 subject areas that Durham University does not, including Building & Construction, Children's Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Adult Nursing, Architecture, Chemical Engineering, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation and 23 more.

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Durham University278 courses · 102 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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London South Bank University240 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses