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Select any two universities below and we'll generate an instant, data-driven comparison — rankings, salaries, student satisfaction, international community, and more.

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Durham University

Durham · QS World #85

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University of West London

London · Guardian UK #108

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 10 datapoints

We looked at 10 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

8/10

Durham

scored higher in 8 categories

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2/10

West London

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

Durham University leads in 8 of 10 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, established, satisfaction, international, graduate salary, scholarship). University of West London is ahead on employment, courses.

Durham University vs University of West London at a glance

Durham University and University of West London both teach 28 subject areas, the largest being Music, Business Studies and Law. Durham University offers 278 courses across 54 subject areas; University of West London offers 338 courses across 68 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £31,000 a year at Durham University and £16,750 at University of West London: University of West London is about £14,250 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £30,500 a year at Durham University and £17,250 at University of West London: University of West London is about £13,250 a year cheaper.

Of the 10 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Durham University is higher in 10 and University of West London in 0. The widest gap is in Accounting: £44,000 three years after graduating from Durham University, against £22,500 from University of West London. Of the 12 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Durham University is higher in 5 and University of West London in 4, with 3 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#85
QS World
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#175
THE World
#1201
#6
Guardian UK
#108
1832
Established
1860
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 West London

90.7%
88.2%

Satisfaction

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

£43,800
£29,600

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

74.4%
78.4%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

32.6%
27.1%

International

International student share

278
338

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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West London

64 countries · 27.1% international

  • 🇮🇳India47.8%
  • 🌐Nepal33.1%
  • 🇨🇳China2%
  • 🇺🇸United States1.8%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan1.6%

Subjects

28 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 West London

Also taught at both: Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Marketing, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Biochemistry, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Business & Management (General), Developmental & Educational Psychology, Forensic Science, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Social Sciences (General), Biomedical Engineering, Childhood & Youth Studies, Social Policy & Public Policy.

Only at Durham University

Only at University of West 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 West London
£16,750

University of West London is about £14,250 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Durham University
£30,500
University of West London
£17,250

University of West London is about £13,250 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 West London

  • Music

    £23,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
    97%Satisfaction89%

  • Business Studies

    £41,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    83%Satisfaction88%

  • Law

    £36,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    90%Satisfaction85%

  • Computer Science

    £40,000Salary (3 years)£28,000
    87%Satisfaction85%

  • Economics

    £42,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    90%Satisfaction78%

  • Psychology (General)

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£21,500
    91%Satisfaction91%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £34,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    88%Satisfaction88%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£24,500
    89%Satisfaction88%

  • Accounting

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

  • Mathematics

    £36,000Salary (3 years)No data
    89%Satisfaction92%

  • Education Studies

    £26,500Salary (3 years)No data
    86%Satisfaction98%

  • Physics

    £36,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    90%Satisfaction90%

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 West London

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FAQ

Durham University vs University of West London: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £31,000 a year at Durham University and £16,750 at University of West London: University of West London is about £14,250 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £30,500 a year at Durham University and £17,250 at University of West London: University of West London is about £13,250 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 West London?

Both universities teach 28 subject areas: Music, Business Studies, Law, Computer Science, Economics, Psychology (General), Politics & International Relations, Sociology & Criminology, Accounting, Finance & Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Civil Engineering and 16 more.

Is Durham University or University of West London better for Music?

Music graduates earn a median £23,500 three years after graduating from Durham University, and £21,000 from University of West London. Student satisfaction with teaching is 97% at Durham University and 89% at University of West London. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of West London lists 338 courses on CourseOptions and Durham University lists 278 courses.

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

Durham University teaches 26 subject areas that University of West London does not, including Theology & Religious Studies, Archaeology, General Engineering, Anthropology, Chemistry, Classical Studies, Geology & Earth Sciences, Natural Sciences and 18 more.

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

University of West London teaches 40 subject areas that Durham University does not, including Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Design & Fashion, Information Systems & Data Science, Drama & Theatre, Media & Film Studies, Adult Nursing, Biological Sciences (General), Building & Construction and 32 more.

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Durham University278 courses · 102 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of West London338 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses