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Heriot-Watt University

Edinburgh · QS World #325

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London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

London · QS World #62

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 11 datapoints

We looked at 11 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

2/11

Heriot-Watt

scored higher in 2 categories

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9/11

London School of Economics and Political Science

scored higher in 9 categories

Quick Verdict

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London leads in 9 of 11 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, satisfaction, employment, international, graduate salary, courses). Heriot-Watt University is ahead on established, scholarship.

Heriot-Watt University vs London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London at a glance

Heriot-Watt University and London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London both teach 15 subject areas, the largest being Mathematics, Business & Management (General) and Finance & Actuarial Science. Heriot-Watt University offers 214 courses across 48 subject areas; London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London offers 253 courses across 30 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,080 a year at Heriot-Watt University and £29,200 at London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London: Heriot-Watt University is about £9,120 a year cheaper.

Of the 6 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London is higher in 6 and Heriot-Watt University in 0. The widest gap is in Economics: £32,000 three years after graduating from Heriot-Watt University, against £49,000 from London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London. Of the 7 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London is higher in 4 and Heriot-Watt University in 3.

World & National Rankings

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

#325
QS World
#62
#401
THE World
#52
#41
Guardian UK
#4
1821
Established
1895
No
Russell Group
Yes
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TEF Rating
Silver

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Heriot-Watt University

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

82%
89.4%

Satisfaction

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

£35,400
£57,700

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

81.8%
84.7%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

31.2%
63.5%

International

International student share

214
253

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

42
25

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.

Heriot-Watt

72 countries · 31.2% international

  • 🇮🇳India29.8%
  • 🇨🇳China17.1%
  • 🇫🇷France6.8%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria6%
  • 🇲🇾Malaysia5.2%
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London School of Economics and Political Science

108 countries · 63.5% international

  • 🇨🇳China24.8%
  • 🇺🇸United States8.7%
  • 🇮🇳India7.5%
  • 🇩🇪Germany4.9%
  • 🇸🇬Singapore4.3%

Subjects

15 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.

Heriot-Watt University

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

Only at Heriot-Watt University

Only at London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

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

Heriot-Watt University
£20,080
London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London
£29,200

Heriot-Watt University is about £9,120 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Heriot-Watt University
£24,180
London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London
No data

We do not have reliable international fee data for London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London 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.

Heriot-Watt University

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

  • Mathematics

    £30,500Salary (3 years)£45,500
    85%Satisfaction84%

  • Finance & Actuarial Science

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£41,500
    74%Satisfaction86%

  • Economics

    £32,000Salary (3 years)£49,000
    92%Satisfaction90%

  • Accounting

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£41,500
    74%Satisfaction93%

  • Statistics

    £36,000Salary (3 years)£41,500
    91%Satisfaction83%

  • Psychology (General)

    £22,500Salary (3 years)No data
    81%Satisfaction89%

  • Management

    £27,500Salary (3 years)£42,500
    74%Satisfaction88%

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

Heriot-Watt University

International Merit Scholarship

£500,000

Deadline: N/A

MBA 20th Anniversary Scholarship

£64,000

Deadline: Jun 2026

IMechE Scholarships (for Mechanical Engineers)

£21,800

Deadline: N/A

Future Planner Scholarship

100%

Deadline: Jun 2026

The Dunsmore Scholarship for MScR Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences

100%

Deadline: May 2026

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London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

LSE Access to Education Undergraduate Scholarships

£250,000

Deadline: N/A

Mohammed Al Fahim Scholarship

£33,333

Deadline: N/A

Catherine and Joyce Wood Scholarship

£26,250

Deadline: N/A

LSE ESRC DTP Studentships

£23,805

Deadline: N/A

LSE Excellence Scholarship

£20,000

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Heriot-Watt University vs London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London: common questions

Is Heriot-Watt University or London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,080 a year at Heriot-Watt University and £29,200 at London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London: Heriot-Watt University is about £9,120 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 Heriot-Watt University and London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London?

Both universities teach 15 subject areas: Mathematics, Business & Management (General), Finance & Actuarial Science, Ancient Languages, Economics, Accounting, Statistics, Psychology (General), Management, Planning & Housing, Marketing, Zoology & Animal Biology and 3 more.

Is Heriot-Watt University or London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London better for Mathematics?

Mathematics graduates earn a median £30,500 three years after graduating from Heriot-Watt University, and £45,500 from London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London. Student satisfaction with teaching is 85% at Heriot-Watt University and 84% at London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Heriot-Watt University or London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London offer more courses?

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London lists 253 courses on CourseOptions and Heriot-Watt University lists 214 courses.

What can you study at Heriot-Watt University but not at London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London?

Heriot-Watt University teaches 33 subject areas that London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London does not, including Computer Science, Civil Engineering, Design & Fashion, Building & Construction, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and 25 more.

What can you study at London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London but not at Heriot-Watt University?

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London teaches 15 subject areas that Heriot-Watt University does not, including Politics & International Relations, Sociology & Criminology, Social Policy & Public Policy, Human Geography & Environment, History, Social Sciences (General), Media & Film Studies, Anthropology and 7 more.

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Heriot-Watt University214 courses · 42 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London253 courses · 25 scholarshipsBrowse Courses