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Durham University

Durham · QS World #85

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University of East London

London · QS World #1001

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 11 datapoints

We looked at 11 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

8/11

Durham

scored higher in 8 categories

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3/11

East London

scored higher in 3 categories

Quick Verdict

Durham University leads in 8 of 11 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, established, satisfaction, graduate salary, scholarship). University of East London is ahead on employment, international, courses.

Durham University vs University of East London at a glance

Durham University and University of East London both teach 31 subject areas, the largest being Childhood & Youth Studies, Law and Computer Science. Durham University offers 278 courses across 54 subject areas; University of East London offers 386 courses across 64 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £31,000 a year at Durham University and £15,560 at University of East London: University of East London is about £15,440 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £30,500 a year at Durham University and £17,220 at University of East London: University of East London is about £13,280 a year cheaper.

Of the 15 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Durham University is higher in 14 and University of East London in 1. The widest gap is in Accounting: £44,000 three years after graduating from Durham University, against £22,500 from University of East London. Of the 16 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Durham University is higher in 9 and University of East London in 7.

World & National Rankings

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

#85
QS World
#1001
#175
THE World
#1001
#6
Guardian UK
#111
1832
Established
1892
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 of East London

90.7%
89.4%

Satisfaction

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

£43,800
£27,000

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

74.4%
78.9%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

32.6%
49.4%

International

International student share

278
386

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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East London

76 countries · 49.4% international

  • 🇮🇳India60.2%
  • 🌐Nepal18.2%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan9.1%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria2.8%
  • 🌐Sri Lanka1.7%

Subjects

31 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 of East London

Also taught at both: Finance & Actuarial Science, Chemistry, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Geology & Earth Sciences, Human Geography & Environment, Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Marketing, Mechanical Engineering, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Music, Developmental & Educational Psychology, Teacher Training, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science.

Only at Durham University

Only at University of East London

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 of East London
£15,560

University of East London is about £15,440 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Durham University
£30,500
University of East London
£17,220

University of East London is about £13,280 a year cheaper.

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 of East London

  • Law

    £36,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    90%Satisfaction89%

  • Computer Science

    £40,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    87%Satisfaction95%

  • Education Studies

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£18,500
    86%Satisfaction94%

  • General Engineering

    £35,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
    86%Satisfaction82%

  • Psychology (General)

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    91%Satisfaction93%

  • Economics

    £42,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    90%Satisfaction77%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £34,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    88%Satisfaction96%

  • Accounting

    £44,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    89%Satisfaction96%

  • Business Studies

    £41,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    83%Satisfaction92%

  • Sport & Exercise Sciences

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    92%Satisfaction86%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£19,500
    89%Satisfaction87%

  • Finance & Actuarial Science

    £42,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    89%Satisfaction87%

Showing the 12 largest of 16 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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University of East London

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FAQ

Durham University vs University of East London: common questions

Is Durham University or University of East London cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £31,000 a year at Durham University and £15,560 at University of East London: University of East London is about £15,440 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £30,500 a year at Durham University and £17,220 at University of East London: University of East London is about £13,280 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 of East London?

Both universities teach 31 subject areas: Childhood & Youth Studies, Law, Computer Science, Education Studies, General Engineering, Psychology (General), Economics, Politics & International Relations, Accounting, Civil Engineering, Business & Management (General), Business Studies and 19 more.

Is Durham University or University of East London better for Law?

Law graduates earn a median £36,000 three years after graduating from Durham University, and £22,500 from University of East London. Student satisfaction with teaching is 90% at Durham University and 89% at University of East London. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Durham University or University of East London offer more courses?

University of East London lists 386 courses on CourseOptions and Durham University lists 278 courses.

What can you study at Durham University but not at University of East London?

Durham University teaches 23 subject areas that University of East London does not, including Theology & Religious Studies, Archaeology, Anthropology, Classical Studies, Natural Sciences, Ancient Languages, Philosophy, Biology and 15 more.

What can you study at University of East London but not at Durham University?

University of East London teaches 33 subject areas that Durham University does not, including Design & Fashion, Building & Construction, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Film Production & Cinematography, Media & Film Studies, Architecture, Computing & IT and 25 more.

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Durham University278 courses · 102 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of East London386 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses