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Glasgow Caledonian University

Glasgow · QS World #1001

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Goldsmiths, University of London

London · QS World #701

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.

3/10

Glasgow Caledonian

scored higher in 3 categories

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7/10

Goldsmiths

scored higher in 7 categories

Quick Verdict

Goldsmiths, University of London leads in 7 of 10 categories where both have data (ranking, established, international, courses, scholarship). Glasgow Caledonian University is ahead on satisfaction, employment, graduate salary.

Glasgow Caledonian University vs Goldsmiths, University of London at a glance

Glasgow Caledonian University and Goldsmiths, University of London both teach 16 subject areas, the largest being Media & Film Studies, Computer Science and Psychology (General). Glasgow Caledonian University offers 130 courses across 48 subject areas; Goldsmiths, University of London offers 291 courses across 39 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,700 a year at Glasgow Caledonian University and £22,000 at Goldsmiths, University of London: Glasgow Caledonian University is about £6,300 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,950 a year at Glasgow Caledonian University and £22,000 at Goldsmiths, University of London: Glasgow Caledonian University is about £4,050 a year cheaper.

Of the 6 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Goldsmiths, University of London is higher in 5 and Glasgow Caledonian University in 1. The widest gap is in Media & Film Studies: £20,000 three years after graduating from Glasgow Caledonian University, against £25,000 from Goldsmiths, University of London. Of the 9 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Glasgow Caledonian University is higher in 7 and Goldsmiths, University of London in 2.

World & National Rankings

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

#1001
QS World
#701
#801
THE World
#501
#88
Guardian UK
#84
1993
Established
1891
No
Russell Group
No
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TEF Rating
Bronze

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Glasgow Caledonian University

Goldsmiths, University of London

87.1%
85.4%

Satisfaction

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

£33,200
£29,600

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

88.9%
83%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

22.7%
40.3%

International

International student share

130
291

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

0
29

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.

Glasgow Caledonian

45 countries · 22.7% international

  • 🇵🇰Pakistan39.5%
  • 🇮🇳India27.4%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria19.8%
  • 🇧🇩Bangladesh2.3%
  • 🇨🇦Canada1.6%
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Goldsmiths

59 countries · 40.3% international

  • 🇨🇳China54.1%
  • 🇺🇸United States7.4%
  • 🌐Korea (South)4.7%
  • 🇮🇳India4.4%
  • 🌐Taiwan2.2%

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.

Glasgow Caledonian University

Goldsmiths, University of London

Also taught at both: Mathematics.

Only at Glasgow Caledonian University

Only at Goldsmiths, University of 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

Glasgow Caledonian University
£15,700
Goldsmiths, University of London
£22,000

Glasgow Caledonian University is about £6,300 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Glasgow Caledonian University
£17,950
Goldsmiths, University of London
£22,000

Glasgow Caledonian University is about £4,050 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.

Glasgow Caledonian University

Goldsmiths, University of London

  • Media & Film Studies

    £20,000Salary (3 years)£25,000
    91%Satisfaction83%

  • Computer Science

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£31,500
    67%Satisfaction81%

  • Social Work

    £33,500Salary (3 years)£30,500
    96%Satisfaction70%

  • Management

    £24,500Salary (3 years)No data
    89%Satisfaction73%

  • Business & Management (General)

    £23,000Salary (3 years)No data
    85%Satisfaction73%

  • Design & Fashion

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£26,000
    96%Satisfaction94%

  • Marketing

    £22,500Salary (3 years)No data
    82%Satisfaction71%

  • Games Design & Computer Animation

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£31,000
    95%Satisfaction82%

  • Journalism

    £23,500Salary (3 years)£25,000
    84%Satisfaction93%

Scholarships for International Students

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Glasgow Caledonian University

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Goldsmiths, University of London

ESRC/SENSS Doctoral Studentships

£22,780

Deadline: N/A

Migrant Futures Doctoral Studentships

£22,780

Deadline: N/A

Academics at Risk Scholarship

£15,000

Deadline: N/A

Rob Stringer Scholarship

£12,000

Deadline: N/A

Generation Delta Studentships

100%

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Glasgow Caledonian University vs Goldsmiths, University of London: common questions

Is Glasgow Caledonian University or Goldsmiths, University of London cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,700 a year at Glasgow Caledonian University and £22,000 at Goldsmiths, University of London: Glasgow Caledonian University is about £6,300 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,950 a year at Glasgow Caledonian University and £22,000 at Goldsmiths, University of London: Glasgow Caledonian University is about £4,050 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 Glasgow Caledonian University and Goldsmiths, University of London?

Both universities teach 16 subject areas: Media & Film Studies, Computer Science, Psychology (General), Counselling & Psychotherapy, Social Work, Law, Management, Business & Management (General), Politics & International Relations, Design & Fashion, Economics, Marketing and 4 more.

Is Glasgow Caledonian University or Goldsmiths, University of London better for Media & Film Studies?

Media & Film Studies graduates earn a median £20,000 three years after graduating from Glasgow Caledonian University, and £25,000 from Goldsmiths, University of London. Student satisfaction with teaching is 91% at Glasgow Caledonian University and 83% at Goldsmiths, University of London. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Glasgow Caledonian University or Goldsmiths, University of London offer more courses?

Goldsmiths, University of London lists 291 courses on CourseOptions and Glasgow Caledonian University lists 130 courses.

What can you study at Glasgow Caledonian University but not at Goldsmiths, University of London?

Glasgow Caledonian University teaches 32 subject areas that Goldsmiths, University of London does not, including Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Building & Construction, Business Studies, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, Civil Engineering, Clinical Specialities and 24 more.

What can you study at Goldsmiths, University of London but not at Glasgow Caledonian University?

Goldsmiths, University of London teaches 23 subject areas that Glasgow Caledonian University does not, including Sociology & Criminology, Anthropology, History of Art & Design, Music, Personal & Professional Development, Fine Art, Education Studies, History and 15 more.

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Glasgow Caledonian University130 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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Goldsmiths, University of London291 courses · 29 scholarshipsBrowse Courses