Compare any two UK universities
Select any two universities below and we'll generate an instant, data-driven comparison — rankings, salaries, student satisfaction, international community, and more.
Durham · QS World #85
Weston-super-Mare
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
2/7
University Centre Weston
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 Weston is ahead on TEF, employment.
Durham University vs University Centre Weston at a glance
Durham University and University Centre Weston both teach 5 subject areas, the largest being Education Studies, Sociology & Criminology and Manufacturing & Production Engineering. Durham University offers 278 courses across 54 subject areas; University Centre Weston offers 24 courses across 16 subject areas.
For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £31,000 a year at Durham University and £13,900 at University Centre Weston: University Centre Weston is about £17,100 a year cheaper.
In Sociology & Criminology, the one shared subject where both publish a graduate salary, Durham University is higher. Of the 2 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University Centre Weston is higher in 2 and Durham University in 0.
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 Weston
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 Weston
No published data on international students
Subjects
5 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 Weston
Education Studies
Sociology & Criminology
Manufacturing & Production Engineering
Business & Management (General)
Civil Engineering
Only at Durham University
Only at University Centre Weston
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 Weston
- £13,900
University Centre Weston is about £17,100 a year cheaper.
Postgraduate
- Durham University
- £30,500
- University Centre Weston
- No data
We do not have reliable international fee data for University Centre Weston 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 Weston
Education Studies
£26,500Salary (3 years)No data86%Satisfaction100%Sociology & Criminology
£26,500Salary (3 years)£22,50089%Satisfaction90%
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
FAQ
Durham University vs University Centre Weston: common questions
Is Durham University or University Centre Weston cheaper for international students?
For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £31,000 a year at Durham University and £13,900 at University Centre Weston: University Centre Weston is about £17,100 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 Weston?
Both universities teach 5 subject areas: Education Studies, Sociology & Criminology, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Business & Management (General) and Civil Engineering.
Is Durham University or University Centre Weston better for Sociology & Criminology?
Sociology & Criminology graduates earn a median £26,500 three years after graduating from Durham University, and £22,500 from University Centre Weston. Student satisfaction with teaching is 89% at Durham University and 90% at University Centre Weston. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.
Does Durham University or University Centre Weston offer more courses?
Durham University lists 278 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre Weston lists 24 courses.
What can you study at Durham University but not at University Centre Weston?
Durham University teaches 49 subject areas that University Centre Weston does not, including Economics, Theology & Religious Studies, Archaeology, Computer Science, General Engineering, Law, Politics & International Relations, Psychology (General) and 41 more.
What can you study at University Centre Weston but not at Durham University?
University Centre Weston teaches 11 subject areas that Durham University does not, including Animal Science, Applied Computing, Building & Construction, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Crafts & Applied Arts, Creative Arts (General), Games Design & Computer Animation, Health & Social Care and 3 more.
Ready to explore courses?
Browse available courses, check entry requirements, and find scholarships at each university.