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Durham University

Durham · QS World #85

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Newcastle University

Newcastle upon Tyne · QS World #149

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 10 datapoints

We looked at 10 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

7/10

Durham

scored higher in 7 categories

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3/10

Newcastle

scored higher in 3 categories

Quick Verdict

Durham University leads in 7 of 10 categories where both have data (ranking, established, satisfaction, international, graduate salary, scholarship). Newcastle University is ahead on ranking, employment, courses.

Durham University vs Newcastle University at a glance

Durham University and Newcastle University both teach 47 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Politics & International Relations and Civil Engineering. Durham University offers 278 courses across 54 subject areas; Newcastle University offers 502 courses across 99 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £31,000 a year at Durham University and £25,750 at Newcastle University: Newcastle University is about £5,250 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £30,500 a year at Durham University and £30,700 at Newcastle University, so the two cost about the same.

Of the 24 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Durham University is higher in 24 and Newcastle University in 0. The widest gap is in Finance & Actuarial Science: £42,000 three years after graduating from Durham University, against £32,000 from Newcastle University. Of the 26 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Durham University is higher in 22 and Newcastle University in 4.

World & National Rankings

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

#85
QS World
#149
#175
THE World
#144
#6
Guardian UK
#23
1832
Established
1834
Yes
Russell Group
Yes
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

Newcastle University

90.7%
84.1%

Satisfaction

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

£43,800
£38,300

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

74.4%
81.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

32.6%
22.1%

International

International student share

278
502

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

102
4

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

Newcastle

91 countries · 22.1% international

  • 🇨🇳China43.8%
  • 🇮🇳India8.5%
  • 🇸🇦Saudi Arabia4.4%
  • 🌐Kuwait3.3%
  • 🌐Cyprus (Non-European Union)3.2%

Subjects

47 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

Newcastle University

Also taught at both: Human Geography & Environment, Physics, Chemistry, Accounting, Classical Studies, History, Clinical Specialities, Geology & Earth Sciences, Philosophy, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Education Studies, Management, Ancient Languages, Biology, Business & Management (General), English Studies, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Music, Biotechnology, Mechanical Engineering, Asian Languages & Studies, English Literature, Marketing, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Biochemistry, Physical Geography & Climate, Biomedical Engineering, Developmental & Educational Psychology, Social Sciences (General), Combined & General Studies, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Social Policy & Public Policy.

Only at Durham University

Only at Newcastle 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
Newcastle University
£25,750

Newcastle University is about £5,250 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Durham University
£30,500
Newcastle University
£30,700

About the same.

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

Newcastle University

  • Computer Science

    £40,000Salary (3 years)£33,000
    87%Satisfaction70%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £34,000Salary (3 years)£29,000
    88%Satisfaction85%

  • Business Studies

    £41,000Salary (3 years)£32,000
    83%Satisfaction71%

  • Economics

    £42,000Salary (3 years)£34,000
    90%Satisfaction78%

  • Law

    £36,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    90%Satisfaction87%

  • Mathematics

    £36,000Salary (3 years)£27,000
    89%Satisfaction84%

  • Psychology (General)

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
    91%Satisfaction84%

  • Archaeology

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£25,000
    96%Satisfaction97%

  • General Engineering

    £35,500Salary (3 years)£32,000
    86%Satisfaction82%

  • Finance & Actuarial Science

    £42,000Salary (3 years)£32,000
    89%Satisfaction79%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£25,500
    89%Satisfaction86%

  • Human Geography & Environment

    £32,500Salary (3 years)£26,000
    96%Satisfaction90%

Showing the 12 largest of 26 shared subjects with published outcomes.

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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Newcastle University

Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships

See details

Deadline: N/A

Newcastle University Sanctuary Scholarships

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Deadline: N/A

St Nicholas' Educational Trust Scholarship

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Deadline: N/A

Vice-Chancellor's Excellence Scholarships

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Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Durham University vs Newcastle University: common questions

Is Durham University or Newcastle University cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £31,000 a year at Durham University and £25,750 at Newcastle University: Newcastle University is about £5,250 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £30,500 a year at Durham University and £30,700 at Newcastle University, so the two cost about the same. 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 Newcastle University?

Both universities teach 47 subject areas: Computer Science, Politics & International Relations, Civil Engineering, Business Studies, Economics, Law, Mathematics, Psychology (General), Archaeology, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, General Engineering, Finance & Actuarial Science and 35 more.

Is Durham University or Newcastle University better for Computer Science?

Computer Science graduates earn a median £40,000 three years after graduating from Durham University, and £33,000 from Newcastle University. Student satisfaction with teaching is 87% at Durham University and 70% at Newcastle University. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Durham University or Newcastle University offer more courses?

Newcastle University lists 502 courses on CourseOptions and Durham University lists 278 courses.

What can you study at Durham University but not at Newcastle University?

Durham University teaches 7 subject areas that Newcastle University does not, including Anthropology, Natural Sciences, Teacher Training, English Language, Forensic Science, Humanities and Liberal Arts.

What can you study at Newcastle University but not at Durham University?

Newcastle University teaches 52 subject areas that Durham University does not, including Biomedical Sciences, Nutrition & Dietetics, Linguistics, Media & Film Studies, Marine Engineering & Technology, Architecture, Chemical Engineering, Community & Specialist Nursing and 44 more.

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Durham University278 courses · 102 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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Newcastle University502 courses · 4 scholarshipsBrowse Courses