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Durham University

Durham · QS World #85

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Sheffield Hallam University

Sheffield · QS World #1001

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

Sheffield Hallam

scored higher in 3 categories

Quick Verdict

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

Durham University vs Sheffield Hallam University at a glance

Durham University and Sheffield Hallam University both teach 35 subject areas, the largest being Business Studies, Business & Management (General) and Law. Durham University offers 278 courses across 54 subject areas; Sheffield Hallam University offers 365 courses across 84 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £31,000 a year at Durham University and £18,000 at Sheffield Hallam University: Sheffield Hallam University is about £13,000 a year cheaper.

Of the 18 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Durham University is higher in 17 and Sheffield Hallam University in 0, with 1 about level. The widest gap is in Accounting: £44,000 three years after graduating from Durham University, against £25,500 from Sheffield Hallam University. Of the 18 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Durham University is higher in 13 and Sheffield Hallam University in 3, with 2 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#85
QS World
#1001
#175
THE World
#801
#6
Guardian UK
#63
1832
Established
1843
Yes
Russell Group
No
Silver
TEF Rating
Gold

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Durham University

Sheffield Hallam University

90.7%
82.8%

Satisfaction

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

£43,800
£30,300

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

74.4%
86.4%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

32.6%
14.3%

International

International student share

278
365

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

102
12

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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Sheffield Hallam

44 countries · 14.3% international

  • 🇮🇳India53%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria15.5%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan7%
  • 🌐Kuwait4.3%
  • 🌐Myanmar (Burma)3.5%

Subjects

35 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

Sheffield Hallam University

Also taught at both: Mathematics, Education Studies, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Human Geography & Environment, Biology, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, History, Physics, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, English Studies, Teacher Training, Biochemistry, Childhood & Youth Studies, Civil Engineering, Developmental & Educational Psychology, Social Sciences (General), Biotechnology, English Language.

Only at Durham University

Only at Sheffield Hallam 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
Sheffield Hallam University
£18,000

Sheffield Hallam University is about £13,000 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Durham University
£30,500
Sheffield Hallam University
No data

We do not have reliable international fee data for Sheffield Hallam 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

Sheffield Hallam University

  • Business Studies

    £41,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    83%Satisfaction73%

  • Law

    £36,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    90%Satisfaction82%

  • Economics

    £42,000Salary (3 years)£27,000
    90%Satisfaction83%

  • Finance & Actuarial Science

    £42,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    89%Satisfaction75%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
    89%Satisfaction83%

  • Psychology (General)

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    91%Satisfaction82%

  • Computer Science

    £40,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    87%Satisfaction80%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £34,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    88%Satisfaction94%

  • Sport & Exercise Sciences

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    92%Satisfaction88%

  • Chemistry

    £34,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
    96%Satisfaction95%

  • Accounting

    £44,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
    89%Satisfaction80%

  • Mathematics

    £36,000Salary (3 years)£27,000
    89%Satisfaction93%

Showing the 12 largest of 19 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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Sheffield Hallam University

GREAT Scholarships 2026

£10,000

Deadline: N/A

TASS: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Scholarship

100%

Deadline: N/A

Executive MBA Scholarships

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

Transform Together Scholarships

50%

Deadline: N/A

Vice-Chancellor's Award

£4,000

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Durham University vs Sheffield Hallam University: common questions

Is Durham University or Sheffield Hallam University cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £31,000 a year at Durham University and £18,000 at Sheffield Hallam University: Sheffield Hallam University is about £13,000 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 Sheffield Hallam University?

Both universities teach 35 subject areas: Business Studies, Business & Management (General), Law, Economics, Finance & Actuarial Science, Sociology & Criminology, Psychology (General), Computer Science, Politics & International Relations, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Chemistry, Accounting and 23 more.

Is Durham University or Sheffield Hallam University better for Business Studies?

Business Studies graduates earn a median £41,000 three years after graduating from Durham University, and £26,500 from Sheffield Hallam University. Student satisfaction with teaching is 83% at Durham University and 73% at Sheffield Hallam University. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Durham University or Sheffield Hallam University offer more courses?

Sheffield Hallam University lists 365 courses on CourseOptions and Durham University lists 278 courses.

What can you study at Durham University but not at Sheffield Hallam University?

Durham University teaches 19 subject areas that Sheffield Hallam University does not, including Theology & Religious Studies, Archaeology, Anthropology, Classical Studies, Geology & Earth Sciences, Natural Sciences, Ancient Languages, Philosophy and 11 more.

What can you study at Sheffield Hallam University but not at Durham University?

Sheffield Hallam University teaches 49 subject areas that Durham University does not, including Design & Fashion, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Film Production & Cinematography, Medical Imaging, Nutrition & Dietetics, Software Engineering, Games Design & Computer Animation, Counselling & Psychotherapy and 41 more.

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Durham University278 courses · 102 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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Sheffield Hallam University365 courses · 12 scholarshipsBrowse Courses