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Glasgow Caledonian University

Glasgow · QS World #1001

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University Centre Somerset

Bridgwater

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 3 datapoints

We looked at 3 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

2/3

Glasgow Caledonian

scored higher in 2 categories

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1/3

University Centre Somerset

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

Glasgow Caledonian University leads in 2 of 3 categories where both have data (established, courses). University Centre Somerset is ahead on scholarship.

Glasgow Caledonian University vs University Centre Somerset at a glance

Glasgow Caledonian University and University Centre Somerset both teach 7 subject areas, the largest being Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Computing & IT and Mechanical Engineering. Glasgow Caledonian University offers 130 courses across 48 subject areas; University Centre Somerset offers 27 courses across 14 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,700 a year at Glasgow Caledonian University and £13,500 at University Centre Somerset: University Centre Somerset is about £2,200 a year cheaper.

Of the 6 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Glasgow Caledonian University is higher in 4 and University Centre Somerset in 2. The widest gap is in Adult Nursing: £29,500 three years after graduating from Glasgow Caledonian University, against £19,000 from University Centre Somerset. Of the 3 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University Centre Somerset is higher in 2 and Glasgow Caledonian University in 0, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#1001
QS World
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#801
THE World
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#88
Guardian UK
—
1993
Established
2015
No
Russell Group
No
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TEF Rating
—

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Glasgow Caledonian University

University Centre Somerset

87.1%
No data

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%
No data

Employment

Graduate employment rate

22.7%
No data

International

International student share

130
27

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

0
5

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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University Centre Somerset

No published data on international students

    Subjects

    7 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

    University Centre Somerset

    Only at Glasgow Caledonian University

    Only at University Centre Somerset

    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
    University Centre Somerset
    £13,500

    University Centre Somerset is about £2,200 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Glasgow Caledonian University
    £17,950
    University Centre Somerset
    No data

    We do not have reliable international fee data for University Centre Somerset 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

    University Centre Somerset

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      £26,500Salary (3 years)£27,000
      97%SatisfactionNo data

    • Computing & IT

      £26,000Salary (3 years)£25,000
      85%Satisfaction91%

    • Mechanical Engineering

      £26,500Salary (3 years)£27,000
      82%SatisfactionNo data

    • Adult Nursing

      £29,500Salary (3 years)£19,000
      75%Satisfaction86%

    • Mental Health Nursing

      £29,000Salary (3 years)£19,000
      86%Satisfaction86%

    • Applied Computing

      £26,000Salary (3 years)£25,000
      No dataSatisfaction91%

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    Glasgow Caledonian University

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    University Centre Somerset

    Alumni Bursary

    £1,000

    Deadline: N/A

    HE Bursary

    £600

    Deadline: N/A

    Advanced Learner Loan Bursary

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

    HE Diagnostic Support Fund

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

    HE Technical Support Fund

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    Glasgow Caledonian University vs University Centre Somerset: common questions

    Is Glasgow Caledonian University or University Centre Somerset cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,700 a year at Glasgow Caledonian University and £13,500 at University Centre Somerset: University Centre Somerset is about £2,200 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 University Centre Somerset?

    Both universities teach 7 subject areas: Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Computing & IT, Mechanical Engineering, Psychology (General), Adult Nursing, Mental Health Nursing and Applied Computing.

    Is Glasgow Caledonian University or University Centre Somerset better for Electronic & Electrical Engineering?

    Electronic & Electrical Engineering graduates earn a median £26,500 three years after graduating from Glasgow Caledonian University, and £27,000 from University Centre Somerset. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Glasgow Caledonian University or University Centre Somerset offer more courses?

    Glasgow Caledonian University lists 130 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre Somerset lists 27 courses.

    What can you study at Glasgow Caledonian University but not at University Centre Somerset?

    Glasgow Caledonian University teaches 41 subject areas that University Centre Somerset does not, including Business & Management (General), Building & Construction, Business Studies, Computer Science, Design & Fashion, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Management, Biomedical Sciences and 33 more.

    What can you study at University Centre Somerset but not at Glasgow Caledonian University?

    University Centre Somerset teaches 7 subject areas that Glasgow Caledonian University does not, including Agriculture & Land Management, Childhood & Youth Studies, Crafts & Applied Arts, Chemical Engineering, History, Manufacturing & Production Engineering and Sport & Exercise Sciences.

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    Glasgow Caledonian University130 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University Centre Somerset27 courses · 5 scholarshipsBrowse Courses