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Durham · QS World #85
Bridgwater
Head-to-Head Summary
Based on 4 datapoints
We looked at 4 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.
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Durham
scored higher in 4 categories
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University Centre Somerset
scored higher in 0 categories
Quick Verdict
Durham University leads in 4 of 4 categories where both have data (Russell Group, established, courses, scholarship). University Centre Somerset does not lead in any category where both have data.
Durham University vs University Centre Somerset at a glance
Durham University and University Centre Somerset both teach 7 subject areas, the largest being Psychology (General), History and Childhood & Youth Studies. Durham University offers 278 courses across 54 subject areas; University Centre Somerset offers 27 courses across 14 subject areas.
For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £31,000 a year at Durham University and £13,500 at University Centre Somerset: University Centre Somerset is about £17,500 a year cheaper.
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
University Centre Somerset
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%
University Centre Somerset
No published data on international students
Subjects
7 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
University Centre Somerset
Psychology (General)
12 coursesTypical fee £34,000 (UG)
2 coursesTypical fee £13,500 (UG)
History
Childhood & Youth Studies
Sport & Exercise Sciences
Electronic & Electrical Engineering
Manufacturing & Production Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
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
- University Centre Somerset
- £13,500
University Centre Somerset is about £17,500 a year cheaper.
Postgraduate
- Durham University
- £30,500
- University Centre Somerset
- No data
We do not have reliable international fee data for University Centre Somerset yet.
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
University Centre Somerset
Alumni Bursary
£1,000
Deadline: N/A
HE Bursary
£600
Deadline: N/A
Advanced Learner Loan Bursary
See details
Deadline: N/A
HE Diagnostic Support Fund
See details
Deadline: N/A
HE Technical Support Fund
See details
Deadline: N/A
FAQ
Durham University vs University Centre Somerset: common questions
Is Durham University or University Centre Somerset cheaper for international students?
For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £31,000 a year at Durham University and £13,500 at University Centre Somerset: University Centre Somerset is about £17,500 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 University Centre Somerset?
Both universities teach 7 subject areas: Psychology (General), History, Childhood & Youth Studies, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing & Production Engineering and Mechanical Engineering.
Does Durham University or University Centre Somerset offer more courses?
Durham University lists 278 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre Somerset lists 27 courses.
What can you study at Durham University but not at University Centre Somerset?
Durham University teaches 47 subject areas that University Centre Somerset does not, including Economics, Theology & Religious Studies, Archaeology, Computer Science, General Engineering, Law, Politics & International Relations, Business Studies and 39 more.
What can you study at University Centre Somerset but not at Durham University?
University Centre Somerset teaches 7 subject areas that Durham University does not, including Agriculture & Land Management, Crafts & Applied Arts, Chemical Engineering, Computing & IT, Adult Nursing, Applied Computing and Mental Health Nursing.
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