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Glasgow Caledonian University

Glasgow · QS World #1001

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Ulster University

Belfast · QS World #595

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 8 datapoints

We looked at 8 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

2/8

Glasgow Caledonian

scored higher in 2 categories

VS

6/8

Ulster

scored higher in 6 categories

Quick Verdict

Ulster University leads in 6 of 8 categories where both have data (ranking, established, international, courses). Glasgow Caledonian University is ahead on satisfaction, employment.

Glasgow Caledonian University vs Ulster University at a glance

Glasgow Caledonian University and Ulster University both teach 33 subject areas, the largest being Business Studies, Electronic & Electrical Engineering and Law. Glasgow Caledonian University offers 130 courses across 48 subject areas; Ulster University offers 170 courses across 66 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,700 a year at Glasgow Caledonian University and £17,490 at Ulster University: Glasgow Caledonian University is about £1,790 a year cheaper.

Of the 26 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Glasgow Caledonian University is higher in 13 and Ulster University in 11, with 2 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#1001
QS World
#595
#801
THE World
#601
#88
Guardian UK
#60
1993
Established
1968
No
Russell Group
No
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TEF Rating
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Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Glasgow Caledonian University

Ulster University

87.1%
86.4%

Satisfaction

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

£33,200
No data

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

88.9%
84.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

22.7%
32.5%

International

International student share

130
170

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

0
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.

Glasgow Caledonian

45 countries · 22.7% international

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

Ulster

45 countries · 32.5% international

  • 🇵🇰Pakistan27.8%
  • 🇮🇪Ireland21.4%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria16.1%
  • 🇮🇳India12.6%
  • 🇧🇩Bangladesh8.6%

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.

Glasgow Caledonian University

Ulster University

Also taught at both: Media & Film Studies, Management, Medical Imaging, Computing & IT, Finance & Actuarial Science, Games Design & Computer Animation, General Engineering, Nutrition & Dietetics, Optometry & Ophthalmics, Psychology (General), Software Engineering, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Economics, Learning Disabilities Nursing, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Politics & International Relations, Complementary & Alternative Medicine, Public Health & Epidemiology.

Only at Glasgow Caledonian University

Only at Ulster University

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
Ulster University
£17,490

Glasgow Caledonian University is about £1,790 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Glasgow Caledonian University
£17,950
Ulster University
No data

We do not have reliable international fee data for Ulster University 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.

Glasgow Caledonian University

Ulster University

  • Business Studies

    £23,500Salary (3 years)No data
    90%Satisfaction83%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £26,500Salary (3 years)No data
    97%Satisfaction86%

  • Building & Construction

    £29,500Salary (3 years)No data
    84%Satisfaction85%

  • Computer Science

    £26,500Salary (3 years)No data
    67%Satisfaction79%

  • Design & Fashion

    £21,000Salary (3 years)No data
    96%Satisfaction88%

  • Accounting

    £23,000Salary (3 years)No data
    88%Satisfaction95%

  • Civil Engineering

    £26,500Salary (3 years)No data
    82%Satisfaction100%

  • Mechanical Engineering

    £26,500Salary (3 years)No data
    82%Satisfaction77%

  • Marketing

    £22,500Salary (3 years)No data
    82%Satisfaction85%

  • Social Work

    £33,500Salary (3 years)No data
    96%Satisfaction96%

  • Biomedical Sciences

    £31,000Salary (3 years)No data
    92%Satisfaction83%

  • Health Sciences & Paramedic Science

    £27,500Salary (3 years)No data
    71%Satisfaction88%

Showing the 12 largest of 26 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

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FAQ

Glasgow Caledonian University vs Ulster University: common questions

Is Glasgow Caledonian University or Ulster University cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,700 a year at Glasgow Caledonian University and £17,490 at Ulster University: Glasgow Caledonian University is about £1,790 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 Ulster University?

Both universities teach 33 subject areas: Business Studies, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Law, Building & Construction, Computer Science, Design & Fashion, Accounting, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Marketing, Social Work, Biomedical Sciences and 21 more.

Does Glasgow Caledonian University or Ulster University offer more courses?

Ulster University lists 170 courses on CourseOptions and Glasgow Caledonian University lists 130 courses.

What can you study at Glasgow Caledonian University but not at Ulster University?

Glasgow Caledonian University teaches 15 subject areas that Ulster University does not, including Business & Management (General), Clinical Specialities, Adult Nursing, Children's Nursing, Forensic Science, Mental Health Nursing, Nursing (General), Pharmacology and 7 more.

What can you study at Ulster University but not at Glasgow Caledonian University?

Ulster University teaches 33 subject areas that Glasgow Caledonian University does not, including Sociology & Criminology, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Irish Studies, Music, English Studies, Film Production & Cinematography, Health & Social Care, History and 25 more.

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