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Durham University

Durham · QS World #85

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University of the Arts London

London · 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.

10/12

Durham

scored higher in 10 categories

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2/12

Arts London

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

Durham University leads in 10 of 12 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, TEF, established, satisfaction, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). University of the Arts London is ahead on employment, international.

Durham University vs University of the Arts London at a glance

Durham University and University of the Arts London both teach 10 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Economics and Psychology (General). Durham University offers 278 courses across 54 subject areas; University of the Arts London offers 183 courses across 29 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £31,000 a year at Durham University and £30,890 at University of the Arts London, so the two cost about the same. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £30,500 a year at Durham University and £30,890 at University of the Arts London: Durham University is about £390 a year cheaper.

Of the 2 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Durham University is higher in 2 and University of the Arts London in 0. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £40,000 three years after graduating from Durham University, against £26,500 from University of the Arts London. Of the 2 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Durham University is higher in 2 and University of the Arts London in 0.

World & National Rankings

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

#85
QS World
#851
#175
THE World
#1501
#6
Guardian UK
#52
1832
Established
1986
Yes
Russell Group
No
Silver
TEF Rating
Bronze

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.

Durham University

University of the Arts London

90.7%
83%

Satisfaction

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

£43,800
£28,500

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

74.4%
80.8%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

32.6%
54%

International

International student share

278
183

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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Arts London

84 countries · 54% international

  • 🇨🇳China55.7%
  • 🇮🇳India6%
  • 🇺🇸United States4.4%
  • 🌐Korea (South)3.9%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong3.3%

Subjects

10 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 the Arts London

Only at Durham University

Only at University of the Arts 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 the Arts London
£30,890

About the same.

Postgraduate

Durham University
£30,500
University of the Arts London
£30,890

Durham University is about £390 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 the Arts London

  • Computer Science

    £40,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    87%Satisfaction80%

  • Music

    £23,500Salary (3 years)£20,500
    97%Satisfaction70%

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 the Arts London

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FAQ

Durham University vs University of the Arts London: common questions

Is Durham University or University of the Arts London cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £31,000 a year at Durham University and £30,890 at University of the Arts London, so the two cost about the same. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £30,500 a year at Durham University and £30,890 at University of the Arts London: Durham University is about £390 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 the Arts London?

Both universities teach 10 subject areas: Computer Science, Economics, Psychology (General), Business Studies, Management, Music, Biology, Marketing, Business & Management (General) and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning.

Is Durham University or University of the Arts London better for Computer Science?

Computer Science graduates earn a median £40,000 three years after graduating from Durham University, and £26,500 from University of the Arts London. Student satisfaction with teaching is 87% at Durham University and 80% at University of the Arts London. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Durham University or University of the Arts London offer more courses?

Durham University lists 278 courses on CourseOptions and University of the Arts London lists 183 courses.

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

Durham University teaches 44 subject areas that University of the Arts London does not, including Theology & Religious Studies, Archaeology, General Engineering, Law, Politics & International Relations, Anthropology, Accounting, Finance & Actuarial Science and 36 more.

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

University of the Arts London teaches 19 subject areas that Durham University does not, including Design & Fashion, Film Production & Cinematography, Drama & Theatre, Fine Art, Cultural Studies, Media & Film Studies, Applied Computing, Games Design & Computer Animation and 11 more.

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Durham University278 courses · 102 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of the Arts London183 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses