Compare any two UK universities
Select any two universities below and we'll generate an instant, data-driven comparison — rankings, salaries, student satisfaction, international community, and more.
Accrington
Stoke-on-Trent · Guardian UK #92
Head-to-Head Summary
Based on 2 datapoints
We looked at 2 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.
1/2
East Lancashire UC
scored higher in 1 category
1/2
Staffordshire
scored higher in 1 category
Quick Verdict
East Lancashire UC and University of Staffordshire are evenly matched: each leads in 1 of 2 categories where both have data. East Lancashire UC is ahead on scholarship; University of Staffordshire on courses.
East Lancashire UC vs University of Staffordshire at a glance
East Lancashire UC and University of Staffordshire both teach 16 subject areas, the largest being Business & Management (General), Law and General Engineering. East Lancashire UC offers 49 courses across 18 subject areas; University of Staffordshire offers 287 courses across 52 subject areas.
For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £13,500 a year at East Lancashire UC and £17,090 at University of Staffordshire: East Lancashire UC is about £3,590 a year cheaper.
Of the 6 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, East Lancashire UC is higher in 5 and University of Staffordshire in 1. The widest gap is in Aerospace Engineering: £33,000 three years after graduating from East Lancashire UC, against £24,500 from University of Staffordshire. Of the 4 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, East Lancashire UC is higher in 3 and University of Staffordshire in 0, with 1 about level.
World & National Rankings
Compare world and national league table positions, TEF ratings, and Russell Group membership.
Visual Breakdown
Key metrics at a glance
Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.
East Lancashire UC
University of Staffordshire
Satisfaction
Student satisfaction with teaching (NSS Survey, out of 100%)
Graduate Salaries (5y)
Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation
Employment
Graduate employment rate
International
International student share
Course Counts
Number of courses offered
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.
East Lancashire UC
No published data on international students
Staffordshire
26 countries · 4.1% international
- 🇵🇰Pakistan29.8%
- 🇮🇳India19.9%
- 🇳🇬Nigeria9.2%
- 🌐Sri Lanka5.7%
- 🇧🇩Bangladesh2.8%
Subjects
16 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.
East Lancashire UC
University of Staffordshire
Business & Management (General)
1 courseTypical fee £13,500 (UG)
23 coursesTypical fee £17,090 (UG)
Law
1 courseTypical fee £13,500 (UG)
21 coursesTypical fee £17,090 (UG)
General Engineering
11 coursesTypical fee £13,500 (UG)
4 coursesTypical fee £17,090 (UG)
Applied Computing
Sport & Exercise Sciences
2 coursesTypical fee £13,500 (UG)
10 coursesTypical fee £17,090 (UG)
Health & Social Care
Counselling & Psychotherapy
Education Studies
Manufacturing & Production Engineering
Aerospace Engineering
Business Studies
Civil Engineering
Electronic & Electrical Engineering
Teacher Training
Media & Film Studies
Also taught at both: Childhood & Youth Studies.
Only at East Lancashire UC
Only at University of Staffordshire
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
- East Lancashire UC
- £13,500
- University of Staffordshire
- £17,090
East Lancashire UC is about £3,590 a year cheaper.
Postgraduate
- East Lancashire UC
- No data
- University of Staffordshire
- £17,500
We do not have reliable international fee data for East Lancashire UC yet.
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.
East Lancashire UC
University of Staffordshire
General Engineering
£33,000Salary (3 years)£25,500No dataSatisfaction80%Sport & Exercise Sciences
No dataSalary (3 years)£20,50093%Satisfaction93%Counselling & Psychotherapy
£20,000Salary (3 years)£26,50099%Satisfaction86%Education Studies
No dataSalary (3 years)£16,500100%Satisfaction90%Manufacturing & Production Engineering
£33,000Salary (3 years)£25,500No dataSatisfaction75%Aerospace Engineering
£33,000Salary (3 years)£24,500No dataSatisfaction68%Civil Engineering
£33,000Salary (3 years)£25,500No dataSatisfaction100%Electronic & Electrical Engineering
£33,000Salary (3 years)£25,500No dataSatisfaction93%Teacher Training
No dataSalary (3 years)£16,500100%Satisfaction82%
Scholarships for International Students
ExclusiveEast Lancashire UC
East Lancashire UC Financial Support Package
£3,000
Deadline: N/A
Childcare Grant (CCG)
See details
Deadline: N/A
Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA)
See details
Deadline: N/A
HE Hardship Loan or Grant
See details
Deadline: N/A
FAQ
East Lancashire UC vs University of Staffordshire: common questions
Is East Lancashire UC or University of Staffordshire cheaper for international students?
For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £13,500 a year at East Lancashire UC and £17,090 at University of Staffordshire: East Lancashire UC is about £3,590 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 East Lancashire UC and University of Staffordshire?
Both universities teach 16 subject areas: Business & Management (General), Law, General Engineering, Applied Computing, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Health & Social Care, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Education Studies, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Business Studies, Civil Engineering and 4 more.
Is East Lancashire UC or University of Staffordshire better for General Engineering?
General Engineering graduates earn a median £33,000 three years after graduating from East Lancashire UC, and £25,500 from University of Staffordshire. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.
Does East Lancashire UC or University of Staffordshire offer more courses?
University of Staffordshire lists 287 courses on CourseOptions and East Lancashire UC lists 49 courses.
What can you study at East Lancashire UC but not at University of Staffordshire?
East Lancashire UC teaches 2 subject areas that University of Staffordshire does not, including Building & Construction and Public Health & Epidemiology.
What can you study at University of Staffordshire but not at East Lancashire UC?
University of Staffordshire teaches 36 subject areas that East Lancashire UC does not, including Games Design & Computer Animation, Design & Fashion, Film Production & Cinematography, Psychology (General), Sociology & Criminology, Biomedical Sciences, Forensic Science, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science and 28 more.
Ready to explore courses?
Browse available courses, check entry requirements, and find scholarships at each university.