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Durham University

Durham · QS World #85

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University of Lincoln

Lincoln · QS World #851

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

VS

3/12

Lincoln

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). University of Lincoln is ahead on TEF, employment, courses.

Durham University vs University of Lincoln at a glance

Durham University and University of Lincoln both teach 39 subject areas, the largest being Mathematics, Computer Science and Chemistry. Durham University offers 278 courses across 54 subject areas; University of Lincoln offers 343 courses across 81 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £31,000 a year at Durham University and £18,300 at University of Lincoln: University of Lincoln is about £12,700 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £30,500 a year at Durham University and £18,800 at University of Lincoln: University of Lincoln is about £11,700 a year cheaper.

Of the 19 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Durham University is higher in 19 and University of Lincoln in 0. The widest gap is in Economics: £42,000 three years after graduating from Durham University, against £23,000 from University of Lincoln. Of the 23 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Durham University is higher in 16 and University of Lincoln in 5, with 2 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#85
QS World
#851
#175
THE World
#601
#6
Guardian UK
#38
1832
Established
1861
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

University of Lincoln

90.7%
84.2%

Satisfaction

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

£43,800
£29,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

74.4%
83.3%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

32.6%
20.5%

International

International student share

278
343

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

102
21

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%
VS

Lincoln

47 countries · 20.5% international

  • 🇮🇳India34.9%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan24.4%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria22.2%
  • 🇻🇳Vietnam2.4%
  • 🇨🇳China2.2%

Subjects

39 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 Lincoln

Also taught at both: Sport & Exercise Sciences, Finance & Actuarial Science, History, Human Geography & Environment, Biology, Geology & Earth Sciences, Education Studies, Business & Management (General), Mechanical Engineering, Biochemistry, Childhood & Youth Studies, English Studies, Music, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, English Literature, Forensic Science, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Marketing, Physical Geography & Climate, Developmental & Educational Psychology, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Social Sciences (General), Biotechnology, Social Policy & Public Policy.

Only at Durham University

Only at University of Lincoln

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 Lincoln
£18,300

University of Lincoln is about £12,700 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Durham University
£30,500
University of Lincoln
£18,800

University of Lincoln is about £11,700 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 Lincoln

  • Mathematics

    £36,000Salary (3 years)No data
    89%Satisfaction88%

  • Computer Science

    £40,000Salary (3 years)£29,500
    87%Satisfaction73%

  • Chemistry

    £34,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    96%Satisfaction77%

  • Law

    £36,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    90%Satisfaction89%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £34,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    88%Satisfaction92%

  • Psychology (General)

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£21,500
    91%Satisfaction82%

  • General Engineering

    £35,500Salary (3 years)£30,500
    86%Satisfaction85%

  • Economics

    £42,000Salary (3 years)£23,000
    90%Satisfaction75%

  • Physics

    £36,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    90%Satisfaction89%

  • Business Studies

    £41,000Salary (3 years)£24,500
    83%Satisfaction83%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
    89%Satisfaction73%

  • Accounting

    £44,000Salary (3 years)£26,000
    89%Satisfaction91%

Showing the 12 largest of 23 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 Lincoln

Chevening Scholarships

100%

Deadline: N/A

Canada Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

European Union Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

South Asia Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

South East Asia Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Durham University vs University of Lincoln: common questions

Is Durham University or University of Lincoln cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £31,000 a year at Durham University and £18,300 at University of Lincoln: University of Lincoln is about £12,700 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £30,500 a year at Durham University and £18,800 at University of Lincoln: University of Lincoln is about £11,700 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 Lincoln?

Both universities teach 39 subject areas: Mathematics, Computer Science, Chemistry, Law, Politics & International Relations, Psychology (General), General Engineering, Economics, Physics, Theology & Religious Studies, Business Studies, Sociology & Criminology and 27 more.

Is Durham University or University of Lincoln better for Computer Science?

Computer Science graduates earn a median £40,000 three years after graduating from Durham University, and £29,500 from University of Lincoln. Student satisfaction with teaching is 87% at Durham University and 73% at University of Lincoln. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Durham University or University of Lincoln offer more courses?

University of Lincoln lists 343 courses on CourseOptions and Durham University lists 278 courses.

What can you study at Durham University but not at University of Lincoln?

Durham University teaches 15 subject areas that University of Lincoln does not, including Archaeology, Anthropology, Management, Natural Sciences, Ancient Languages, Asian Languages & Studies, Civil Engineering, Teacher Training and 7 more.

What can you study at University of Lincoln but not at Durham University?

University of Lincoln teaches 42 subject areas that Durham University does not, including Design & Fashion, Animal Science, Journalism, Media & Film Studies, Zoology & Animal Biology, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Biomedical Sciences, Film Production & Cinematography and 34 more.

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Durham University278 courses · 102 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Lincoln343 courses · 21 scholarshipsBrowse Courses