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Select any two universities below and we'll generate an instant, data-driven comparison — rankings, salaries, student satisfaction, international community, and more.

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Durham University

Durham · QS World #85

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University Centre South Essex

Southend-on-Sea

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 7 datapoints

We looked at 7 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

5/7

Durham

scored higher in 5 categories

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2/7

University Centre South Essex

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

Durham University leads in 5 of 7 categories where both have data (Russell Group, established, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). University Centre South Essex is ahead on satisfaction, employment.

Durham University vs University Centre South Essex at a glance

Durham University and University Centre South Essex both teach 8 subject areas, the largest being Psychology (General), Accounting and Sociology & Criminology. Durham University offers 278 courses across 54 subject areas; University Centre South Essex offers 25 courses across 18 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £31,000 a year at Durham University and £17,930 at University Centre South Essex: University Centre South Essex is about £13,070 a year cheaper.

Of the 4 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Durham University is higher in 4 and University Centre South Essex in 0. The widest gap is in Accounting: £44,000 three years after graduating from Durham University, against £19,000 from University Centre South Essex. Of the 4 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University Centre South Essex is higher in 3 and Durham University in 1.

World & National Rankings

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

#85
QS World
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#175
THE World
—
#6
Guardian UK
—
1832
Established
2016
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

University Centre South Essex

90.7%
95.4%

Satisfaction

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

£43,800
£24,800

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

74.4%
83.3%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

32.6%
No data

International

International student share

278
25

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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University Centre South Essex

No published data on international students

    Subjects

    8 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 South Essex

    • Psychology (General)

      12 courses

      Typical fee £34,000 (UG)

      1 course

      Typical fee £17,930 (UG)

    • Accounting

      9 courses

      Typical fee £31,000 (UG)

      1 course

      Typical fee £17,930 (UG)

    • Sociology & Criminology

      8 courses

      Typical fee £28,000 (UG)

      1 course

      Typical fee £17,930 (UG)

    • Education Studies

      6 courses

      Typical fee £27,250 (UG)

      1 course

      Typical fee £17,930 (UG)

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      3 courses

      Typical fee £30,500 (UG)

      1 course

      Typical fee £17,930 (UG)

    • Business & Management (General)

      2 courses

      Typical fee £33,500 (PG)

      1 course

      Fee not available

    • Manufacturing & Production Engineering

      1 course

      Typical fee £34,500 (PG)

      2 courses

      Fee not available

    • Teacher Training

      2 courses

      Typical fee £27,250 (UG)

      1 course

      Typical fee £17,930 (UG)

    Only at Durham University

    Only at University Centre South Essex

    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 South Essex
    £17,930

    University Centre South Essex is about £13,070 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Durham University
    £30,500
    University Centre South Essex
    No data

    We do not have reliable international fee data for University Centre South Essex 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

    University Centre South Essex

    • Psychology (General)

      £29,000Salary (3 years)No data
      91%Satisfaction95%

    • Accounting

      £44,000Salary (3 years)£19,000
      89%SatisfactionNo data

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £26,500Salary (3 years)£22,000
      89%Satisfaction94%

    • Education Studies

      £26,500Salary (3 years)£20,000
      86%SatisfactionNo data

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £25,000Salary (3 years)£24,500
      92%Satisfaction75%

    • Teacher Training

      £26,500Salary (3 years)No data
      78%Satisfaction100%

    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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    University Centre South Essex

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    FAQ

    Durham University vs University Centre South Essex: common questions

    Is Durham University or University Centre South Essex cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £31,000 a year at Durham University and £17,930 at University Centre South Essex: University Centre South Essex is about £13,070 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 South Essex?

    Both universities teach 8 subject areas: Psychology (General), Accounting, Sociology & Criminology, Education Studies, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Business & Management (General), Manufacturing & Production Engineering and Teacher Training.

    Is Durham University or University Centre South Essex better for Accounting?

    Accounting graduates earn a median £44,000 three years after graduating from Durham University, and £19,000 from University Centre South Essex. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Durham University or University Centre South Essex offer more courses?

    Durham University lists 278 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre South Essex lists 25 courses.

    What can you study at Durham University but not at University Centre South Essex?

    Durham University teaches 46 subject areas that University Centre South Essex does not, including Economics, Theology & Religious Studies, Archaeology, Computer Science, General Engineering, Law, Politics & International Relations, Business Studies and 38 more.

    What can you study at University Centre South Essex but not at Durham University?

    University Centre South Essex teaches 10 subject areas that Durham University does not, including Crafts & Applied Arts, Design & Fashion, Drama & Theatre, Film Production & Cinematography, Computing & IT, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Dance, Fine Art and 2 more.

    Ready to explore courses?

    Browse available courses, check entry requirements, and find scholarships at each university.

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    Durham University278 courses · 102 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University Centre South Essex25 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses