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Glasgow Caledonian University

Glasgow · QS World #1001

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University of Aberdeen

Aberdeen · QS World #288

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.

2/10

Glasgow Caledonian

scored higher in 2 categories

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8/10

Aberdeen

scored higher in 8 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Aberdeen leads in 8 of 10 categories where both have data (ranking, established, satisfaction, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). Glasgow Caledonian University is ahead on employment, international.

Glasgow Caledonian University vs University of Aberdeen at a glance

Glasgow Caledonian University and University of Aberdeen both teach 24 subject areas, the largest being Law, Management and Economics. Glasgow Caledonian University offers 130 courses across 48 subject areas; University of Aberdeen offers 597 courses across 80 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,700 a year at Glasgow Caledonian University and £20,800 at University of Aberdeen: Glasgow Caledonian University is about £5,100 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,950 a year at Glasgow Caledonian University and £23,000 at University of Aberdeen: Glasgow Caledonian University is about £5,050 a year cheaper.

Of the 11 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Aberdeen is higher in 11 and Glasgow Caledonian University in 0. The widest gap is in Pharmacology: £24,000 three years after graduating from Glasgow Caledonian University, against £35,000 from University of Aberdeen. Of the 11 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Aberdeen is higher in 6 and Glasgow Caledonian University in 5.

World & National Rankings

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

#1001
QS World
#288
#801
THE World
#201
#88
Guardian UK
#22
1993
Established
1495
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

University of Aberdeen

87.1%
89.2%

Satisfaction

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

£33,200
£37,600

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

88.9%
78.3%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

22.7%
18.8%

International

International student share

130
597

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

0
3

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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Aberdeen

81 countries · 18.8% international

  • 🇨🇳China20.2%
  • 🇮🇳India14.1%
  • 🇺🇸United States8.8%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria7.3%
  • 🇸🇦Saudi Arabia3.1%

Subjects

24 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 of Aberdeen

Also taught at both: Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Biomedical Sciences, Computing & IT, Marketing, Media & Film Studies, General Engineering, Pharmacology, Dentistry, Nutrition & Dietetics.

Only at Glasgow Caledonian University

Only at University of Aberdeen

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 of Aberdeen
£20,800

Glasgow Caledonian University is about £5,100 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Glasgow Caledonian University
£17,950
University of Aberdeen
£23,000

Glasgow Caledonian University is about £5,050 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

University of Aberdeen

  • Law

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
    No dataSatisfaction92%

  • Management

    £24,500Salary (3 years)£27,000
    89%Satisfaction79%

  • Business Studies

    £23,500Salary (3 years)£28,500
    90%Satisfaction100%

  • Finance & Actuarial Science

    £27,000Salary (3 years)£31,500
    No dataSatisfaction84%

  • Computer Science

    £26,500Salary (3 years)No data
    67%Satisfaction77%

  • Civil Engineering

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£32,000
    82%Satisfaction92%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£32,000
    97%Satisfaction75%

  • Mechanical Engineering

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£32,000
    82%Satisfaction71%

  • Accounting

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£29,000
    88%Satisfaction86%

  • Forensic Science

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
    97%Satisfaction99%

  • Building & Construction

    £29,500Salary (3 years)No data
    84%Satisfaction75%

  • Biomedical Sciences

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£36,000
    92%Satisfaction93%

Showing the 12 largest of 13 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

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Glasgow Caledonian University

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University of Aberdeen

Aberdeen Global Scholarship - Postgraduate

£8,000

Deadline: N/A

Aberdeen Global Scholarship - Postgraduate

£8,000

Deadline: N/A

Aberdeen Global Scholarship - Undergraduate and PGDE

£6,000

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Glasgow Caledonian University vs University of Aberdeen: common questions

Is Glasgow Caledonian University or University of Aberdeen cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,700 a year at Glasgow Caledonian University and £20,800 at University of Aberdeen: Glasgow Caledonian University is about £5,100 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,950 a year at Glasgow Caledonian University and £23,000 at University of Aberdeen: Glasgow Caledonian University is about £5,050 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 University of Aberdeen?

Both universities teach 24 subject areas: Law, Management, Economics, Business Studies, Finance & Actuarial Science, Politics & International Relations, Psychology (General), Computer Science, Civil Engineering, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Accounting and 12 more.

Is Glasgow Caledonian University or University of Aberdeen better for Law?

Law graduates earn a median £22,500 three years after graduating from Glasgow Caledonian University, and £26,500 from University of Aberdeen. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Glasgow Caledonian University or University of Aberdeen offer more courses?

University of Aberdeen lists 597 courses on CourseOptions and Glasgow Caledonian University lists 130 courses.

What can you study at Glasgow Caledonian University but not at University of Aberdeen?

Glasgow Caledonian University teaches 24 subject areas that University of Aberdeen does not, including Business & Management (General), Design & Fashion, Clinical Specialities, Games Design & Computer Animation, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Medical Imaging, Optometry & Ophthalmics, Adult Nursing and 16 more.

What can you study at University of Aberdeen but not at Glasgow Caledonian University?

University of Aberdeen teaches 56 subject areas that Glasgow Caledonian University does not, including English Studies, French, Anthropology, German & Scandinavian Studies, Chemical Engineering, Celtic Studies, Education Studies, History and 48 more.

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Glasgow Caledonian University130 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Aberdeen597 courses · 3 scholarshipsBrowse Courses