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Durham University

Durham · QS World #85

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University of Northampton

Northampton · QS World #1201

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.

10/11

Durham

scored higher in 10 categories

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1/11

Northampton

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

Durham University leads in 10 of 11 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, established, satisfaction, international, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). University of Northampton is ahead on employment.

Durham University vs University of Northampton at a glance

Durham University and University of Northampton both teach 27 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Psychology (General) and Law. Durham University offers 278 courses across 54 subject areas; University of Northampton offers 221 courses across 60 subject areas.

For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £30,500 a year at Durham University and £19,000 at University of Northampton: University of Northampton is about £11,500 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 Northampton in 1. The widest gap is in Accounting: £44,000 three years after graduating from Durham University, against £25,500 from University of Northampton. Of the 16 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Durham University is higher in 9 and University of Northampton in 6, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#85
QS World
#1201
#175
THE World
#1501
#6
Guardian UK
#93
1832
Established
1975
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 Northampton

90.7%
86%

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%
82.4%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

32.6%
16.4%

International

International student share

278
221

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%
VS

Northampton

35 countries · 16.4% international

  • 🇵🇰Pakistan27%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria18.2%
  • 🇮🇳India14.2%
  • 🌐Nepal8.3%
  • 🇬🇭Ghana4.1%

Subjects

27 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 Northampton

Also taught at both: History, Biology, English Studies, Childhood & Youth Studies, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physical Geography & Climate, Social Policy & Public Policy, Teacher Training, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Biochemistry, Manufacturing & Production Engineering.

Only at Durham University

Only at University of Northampton

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 Northampton
No data

We do not have reliable international fee data for University of Northampton yet.

Postgraduate

Durham University
£30,500
University of Northampton
£19,000

University of Northampton is about £11,500 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 Northampton

  • Computer Science

    £40,000Salary (3 years)£26,000
    87%Satisfaction75%

  • Psychology (General)

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£22,000
    91%Satisfaction72%

  • Law

    £36,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    90%Satisfaction81%

  • General Engineering

    £35,500Salary (3 years)£35,000
    86%Satisfaction78%

  • Accounting

    £44,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
    89%Satisfaction88%

  • Business Studies

    £41,000Salary (3 years)£23,000
    83%Satisfaction95%

  • Education Studies

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£20,000
    86%Satisfaction94%

  • Finance & Actuarial Science

    £42,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
    89%Satisfaction83%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
    89%Satisfaction86%

  • Sport & Exercise Sciences

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£21,500
    92%Satisfaction99%

  • Music

    £23,500Salary (3 years)£18,500
    97%Satisfaction86%

  • History

    £33,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    94%Satisfaction93%

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 Northampton

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FAQ

Durham University vs University of Northampton: common questions

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

For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £30,500 a year at Durham University and £19,000 at University of Northampton: University of Northampton is about £11,500 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 of Northampton?

Both universities teach 27 subject areas: Computer Science, Psychology (General), Law, General Engineering, Accounting, Business & Management (General), Business Studies, Education Studies, Finance & Actuarial Science, Politics & International Relations, Sociology & Criminology, Sport & Exercise Sciences and 15 more.

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

Computer Science graduates earn a median £40,000 three years after graduating from Durham University, and £26,000 from University of Northampton. Student satisfaction with teaching is 87% at Durham University and 75% at University of Northampton. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Durham University or University of Northampton offer more courses?

Durham University lists 278 courses on CourseOptions and University of Northampton lists 221 courses.

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

Durham University teaches 27 subject areas that University of Northampton does not, including Economics, Theology & Religious Studies, Archaeology, Anthropology, Chemistry, Classical Studies, Geology & Earth Sciences, Management and 19 more.

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

University of Northampton teaches 33 subject areas that Durham University does not, including Design & Fashion, Games Design & Computer Animation, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Human Resource Management, Applied Psychology, Fine Art, Journalism, Film Production & Cinematography and 25 more.

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Durham University278 courses · 102 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Northampton221 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses