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Durham University

Durham · QS World #85

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University of Worcester

Worcester · THE World #1501

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 9 datapoints

We looked at 9 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

7/9

Durham

scored higher in 7 categories

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2/9

Worcester

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

Durham University leads in 7 of 9 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, established, satisfaction, international, graduate salary, scholarship). University of Worcester is ahead on employment, courses.

Durham University vs University of Worcester at a glance

Durham University and University of Worcester both teach 33 subject areas, the largest being Business Studies, Psychology (General) and Sport & Exercise Sciences. Durham University offers 278 courses across 54 subject areas; University of Worcester offers 305 courses across 68 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £31,000 a year at Durham University and £17,200 at University of Worcester: University of Worcester is about £13,800 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £30,500 a year at Durham University and £18,900 at University of Worcester: University of Worcester is about £11,600 a year cheaper.

Of the 16 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Durham University is higher in 15 and University of Worcester in 0, with 1 about level. The widest gap is in Accounting: £44,000 three years after graduating from Durham University, against £23,500 from University of Worcester. Of the 16 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Durham University is higher in 8 and University of Worcester in 6, with 2 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
#1501
#6
Guardian UK
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1832
Established
1946
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 Worcester

90.7%
87.8%

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%
85.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

32.6%
15.1%

International

International student share

278
305

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

102
39

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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Worcester

38 countries · 15.1% international

  • 🇮🇳India50.2%
  • 🌐Nepal15.1%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria11.3%
  • 🇬🇭Ghana1.5%
  • 🇺🇸United States1.5%

Subjects

33 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 Worcester

Also taught at both: Chemistry, Management, English Literature, Human Geography & Environment, Mathematics, Philosophy, Ancient Languages, Biochemistry, Business & Management (General), Childhood & Youth Studies, English Language, English Studies, Forensic Science, Physical Geography & Climate, Marketing, Music, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Biomedical Engineering.

Only at Durham University

Only at University of Worcester

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 Worcester
£17,200

University of Worcester is about £13,800 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Durham University
£30,500
University of Worcester
£18,900

University of Worcester is about £11,600 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 Worcester

  • Business Studies

    £41,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
    83%Satisfaction62%

  • Psychology (General)

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    91%Satisfaction85%

  • Sport & Exercise Sciences

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£18,500
    92%Satisfaction95%

  • Law

    £36,000Salary (3 years)No data
    90%Satisfaction90%

  • Computer Science

    £40,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
    87%Satisfaction92%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
    89%Satisfaction89%

  • Education Studies

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£21,500
    86%Satisfaction90%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £34,000Salary (3 years)£21,500
    88%Satisfaction94%

  • History

    £33,000Salary (3 years)£18,500
    94%Satisfaction98%

  • Finance & Actuarial Science

    £42,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
    89%Satisfaction85%

  • Teacher Training

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
    78%SatisfactionNo data

  • Accounting

    £44,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
    89%Satisfaction93%

Showing the 12 largest of 17 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 Worcester

Molly Haughton Scholarship

£1,000

Deadline: N/A

Amity Le Grange Scholarship

£1,000

Deadline: N/A

Emily Bennett Scholarship

£1,000

Deadline: N/A

Eva Baldwin Scholarship

£1,000

Deadline: N/A

Imogen Stanley Scholarship

£1,000

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Durham University vs University of Worcester: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £31,000 a year at Durham University and £17,200 at University of Worcester: University of Worcester is about £13,800 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £30,500 a year at Durham University and £18,900 at University of Worcester: University of Worcester is about £11,600 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 Worcester?

Both universities teach 33 subject areas: Business Studies, Psychology (General), Sport & Exercise Sciences, Law, Computer Science, Sociology & Criminology, Education Studies, Theology & Religious Studies, Politics & International Relations, History, Finance & Actuarial Science, Teacher Training and 21 more.

Is Durham University or University of Worcester better for Business Studies?

Business Studies graduates earn a median £41,000 three years after graduating from Durham University, and £23,500 from University of Worcester. Student satisfaction with teaching is 83% at Durham University and 62% at University of Worcester. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Durham University or University of Worcester offer more courses?

University of Worcester lists 305 courses on CourseOptions and Durham University lists 278 courses.

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

Durham University teaches 21 subject areas that University of Worcester does not, including Economics, Archaeology, General Engineering, Anthropology, Classical Studies, Geology & Earth Sciences, Natural Sciences, Physics and 13 more.

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

University of Worcester teaches 35 subject areas that Durham University does not, including Health & Social Care, Media & Film Studies, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Social Work, Design & Fashion, Environmental Sciences, Film Production & Cinematography, Journalism and 27 more.

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Durham University278 courses · 102 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Worcester305 courses · 39 scholarshipsBrowse Courses