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Head-to-Head Summary
Based on 5 datapoints
We looked at 5 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.
4/5
Glasgow Caledonian
scored higher in 4 categories
1/5
University Centre South Devon
scored higher in 1 category
Quick Verdict
Glasgow Caledonian University leads in 4 of 5 categories where both have data (established, employment, graduate salary, courses). University Centre South Devon is ahead on satisfaction.
Glasgow Caledonian University vs University Centre South Devon at a glance
Glasgow Caledonian University and University Centre South Devon both teach 8 subject areas, the largest being Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Computer Science and Design & Fashion. Glasgow Caledonian University offers 130 courses across 48 subject areas; University Centre South Devon offers 31 courses across 18 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 South Devon: University Centre South Devon is about £2,200 a year cheaper.
Of the 3 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Glasgow Caledonian University is higher in 3 and University Centre South Devon in 0. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £26,500 three years after graduating from Glasgow Caledonian University, against £19,000 from University Centre South Devon. Of the 4 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University Centre South Devon is higher in 3 and Glasgow Caledonian University in 1.
World & National Rankings
Compare world and national league table positions, TEF ratings, and Russell Group membership.
Visual Breakdown
Key metrics at a glance
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Glasgow Caledonian University
University Centre South Devon
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.
Glasgow Caledonian
45 countries · 22.7% international
- 🇵🇰Pakistan39.5%
- 🇮🇳India27.4%
- 🇳🇬Nigeria19.8%
- 🇧🇩Bangladesh2.3%
- 🇨🇦Canada1.6%
University Centre South Devon
No published data on international students
Subjects
8 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 South Devon
Electronic & Electrical Engineering
Computer Science
Design & Fashion
Management
Psychology (General)
Media & Film Studies
Social Sciences (General)
General Engineering
Only at Glasgow Caledonian 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
- University Centre South Devon
- £13,500
University Centre South Devon is about £2,200 a year cheaper.
Postgraduate
- Glasgow Caledonian University
- £17,950
- University Centre South Devon
- No data
We do not have reliable international fee data for University Centre South Devon 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 South Devon
Computer Science
£26,500Salary (3 years)£19,00067%Satisfaction87%Design & Fashion
£21,000Salary (3 years)£14,50096%Satisfaction87%Management
£24,500Salary (3 years)£21,00089%Satisfaction97%Social Sciences (General)
£21,500Salary (3 years)No data94%Satisfaction100%
Scholarships for International Students
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Glasgow Caledonian University vs University Centre South Devon: common questions
Is Glasgow Caledonian University or University Centre South Devon 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 South Devon: University Centre South Devon 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 South Devon?
Both universities teach 8 subject areas: Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Design & Fashion, Management, Psychology (General), Media & Film Studies, Social Sciences (General) and General Engineering.
Is Glasgow Caledonian University or University Centre South Devon better for Computer Science?
Computer Science graduates earn a median £26,500 three years after graduating from Glasgow Caledonian University, and £19,000 from University Centre South Devon. Student satisfaction with teaching is 67% at Glasgow Caledonian University and 87% at University Centre South Devon. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.
Does Glasgow Caledonian University or University Centre South Devon offer more courses?
Glasgow Caledonian University lists 130 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre South Devon lists 31 courses.
What can you study at Glasgow Caledonian University but not at University Centre South Devon?
Glasgow Caledonian University teaches 40 subject areas that University Centre South Devon does not, including Business & Management (General), Building & Construction, Business Studies, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, Civil Engineering, Clinical Specialities and 32 more.
What can you study at University Centre South Devon but not at Glasgow Caledonian University?
University Centre South Devon teaches 10 subject areas that Glasgow Caledonian University does not, including Physics, Animal Science, Childhood & Youth Studies, Health & Social Care, Healthcare Science, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Marine Engineering & Technology, Sport & Exercise Sciences and 2 more.
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