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Harper · QS #1401
Derby · QS #1201
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
Harper
scored higher in 2 categories
8/10
Derby
scored higher in 8 categories
Quick Verdict
University of Derby leads in 8 of 10 key metrics (ranking, Russell Group, TEF, established, satisfaction, international, salary, courses, scholarship). But Harper Adams University has strengths too — check each category below for the full picture.
World & National Rankings
Compare world and national league table positions, TEF ratings, and Russell Group membership.
Visual Breakdown
Key metrics at a glance
Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.
Harper Adams University
University of Derby
Satisfaction
Student satisfaction with teaching (NSS Survey, out of 100%)
Graduate Salaries (15m)
Median graduate salary 15 months after graduation
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 3 source countries based on official HESA enrolment data. A higher diversity of nationalities often means a richer campus experience.
Harper
14 countries · 2.6% international
- 🇮🇪Ireland37%
- 🌐Zimbabwe7.4%
- 🇩🇰Denmark3.7%
- 🇫🇷France3.7%
- 🇬🇷Greece3.7%
Derby
64 countries · 14.3% international
- 🇳🇬Nigeria34.5%
- 🇮🇳India15.3%
- 🇵🇰Pakistan8.1%
- 🇬🇭Ghana6.5%
- 🇰🇪Kenya5.5%
Scholarships for International Students
ExclusiveHarper Adams University
The Cambidge Foundation CIO Entry Scholarship 2026-27
£6,000
Deadline: Aug 2026
Wakeham Petary Entry Scholarship 2026-27
£5,000
Deadline: Aug 2026
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship 2026-27
£3,500
Deadline: Aug 2026
Wakeham Petary Open Entry Scholarship 2026-27
£2,500
Deadline: Aug 2026
University of Derby
Biomedical Science Excellence Scholarship
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Deadline: N/A
Golding Awards
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Deadline: N/A
Sarah Essam Football Scholarship
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Deadline: N/A
Sitwell Scholarship
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Deadline: N/A
Talented Athlete Scholarship Scheme
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Deadline: N/A
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