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Heriot-Watt University

Edinburgh · QS World #325

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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.

3/3

Heriot-Watt

scored higher in 3 categories

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0/3

University Centre Somerset

scored higher in 0 categories

Quick Verdict

Heriot-Watt University leads in 3 of 3 categories where both have data (established, courses, scholarship). University Centre Somerset does not lead in any category where both have data.

Heriot-Watt University vs University Centre Somerset at a glance

Heriot-Watt University and University Centre Somerset both teach 7 subject areas, the largest being Chemical Engineering, Electronic & Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering. Heriot-Watt University offers 214 courses across 48 subject areas; University Centre Somerset offers 27 courses across 14 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,080 a year at Heriot-Watt University and £13,500 at University Centre Somerset: University Centre Somerset is about £6,580 a year cheaper.

Of the 3 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Heriot-Watt University is higher in 3 and University Centre Somerset in 0. The widest gap is in Chemical Engineering: £30,500 three years after graduating from Heriot-Watt University, against £27,000 from University Centre Somerset.

World & National Rankings

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

#325
QS World
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#401
THE World
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#41
Guardian UK
—
1821
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.

Heriot-Watt University

University Centre Somerset

82%
No data

Satisfaction

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

£35,400
No data

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

81.8%
No data

Employment

Graduate employment rate

31.2%
No data

International

International student share

214
27

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

42
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.

Heriot-Watt

72 countries · 31.2% international

  • 🇮🇳India29.8%
  • 🇨🇳China17.1%
  • 🇫🇷France6.8%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria6%
  • 🇲🇾Malaysia5.2%
VS

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.

    Heriot-Watt University

    University Centre Somerset

    • Chemical Engineering

      9 courses

      Typical fee £25,810 (UG)

      2 courses

      Typical fee £13,500 (UG)

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      6 courses

      Typical fee £25,810 (UG)

      1 course

      Fee not available

    • Mechanical Engineering

      6 courses

      Typical fee £25,810 (UG)

      1 course

      Fee not available

    • Psychology (General)

      5 courses

      Typical fee £21,190 (UG)

      2 courses

      Typical fee £13,500 (UG)

    • Manufacturing & Production Engineering

      3 courses

      Typical fee £28,060 (PG)

      2 courses

      Typical fee £13,500 (UG)

    • Computing & IT

      2 courses

      Typical fee £25,480 (PG)

      2 courses

      Typical fee £13,500 (UG)

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      2 courses

      Typical fee £21,190 (UG)

      1 course

      Typical fee £13,500 (UG)

    Only at Heriot-Watt 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

    Heriot-Watt University
    £20,080
    University Centre Somerset
    £13,500

    University Centre Somerset is about £6,580 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Heriot-Watt University
    £24,180
    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.

    Heriot-Watt University

    University Centre Somerset

    • Chemical Engineering

      £30,500Salary (3 years)£27,000
      93%SatisfactionNo data

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      £30,500Salary (3 years)£27,000
      83%SatisfactionNo data

    • Mechanical Engineering

      £30,500Salary (3 years)£27,000
      83%SatisfactionNo data

    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

    View all scholarships →

    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

    View all scholarships →

    FAQ

    Heriot-Watt University vs University Centre Somerset: common questions

    Is Heriot-Watt University or University Centre Somerset cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,080 a year at Heriot-Watt University and £13,500 at University Centre Somerset: University Centre Somerset is about £6,580 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 University Centre Somerset?

    Both universities teach 7 subject areas: Chemical Engineering, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Psychology (General), Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Computing & IT and Sport & Exercise Sciences.

    Is Heriot-Watt University or University Centre Somerset better for Chemical Engineering?

    Chemical Engineering graduates earn a median £30,500 three years after graduating from Heriot-Watt University, and £27,000 from University Centre Somerset. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Heriot-Watt University or University Centre Somerset offer more courses?

    Heriot-Watt University lists 214 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre Somerset lists 27 courses.

    What can you study at Heriot-Watt University but not at University Centre Somerset?

    Heriot-Watt University teaches 41 subject areas that University Centre Somerset does not, including Mathematics, Ancient Languages, Computer Science, Civil Engineering, Design & Fashion, Building & Construction, Finance & Actuarial Science, Accounting and 33 more.

    What can you study at University Centre Somerset but not at Heriot-Watt University?

    University Centre Somerset teaches 7 subject areas that Heriot-Watt University does not, including Agriculture & Land Management, Childhood & Youth Studies, Crafts & Applied Arts, History, Adult Nursing, Applied Computing and Mental Health Nursing.

    Ready to explore courses?

    Browse available courses, check entry requirements, and find scholarships at each university.

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    Heriot-Watt University214 courses · 42 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University Centre Somerset27 courses · 5 scholarshipsBrowse Courses