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Head-to-Head Summary
Based on 6 datapoints
We looked at 6 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.
4/6
Heriot-Watt
scored higher in 4 categories
2/6
University Centre South Devon
scored higher in 2 categories
Quick Verdict
Heriot-Watt University leads in 4 of 6 categories where both have data (established, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). University Centre South Devon is ahead on satisfaction, employment.
Heriot-Watt University vs University Centre South Devon at a glance
Heriot-Watt University and University Centre South Devon both teach 9 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Design & Fashion and Electronic & Electrical Engineering. Heriot-Watt University offers 214 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 £20,080 a year at Heriot-Watt University and £13,500 at University Centre South Devon: University Centre South Devon is about £6,580 a year cheaper.
Of the 4 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Heriot-Watt University is higher in 4 and University Centre South Devon in 0. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £30,500 three years after graduating from Heriot-Watt University, against £19,000 from University Centre South Devon. Of the 5 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University Centre South Devon is higher in 5 and Heriot-Watt University in 0.
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.
Heriot-Watt 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.
Heriot-Watt
72 countries · 31.2% international
- 🇮🇳India29.8%
- 🇨🇳China17.1%
- 🇫🇷France6.8%
- 🇳🇬Nigeria6%
- 🇲🇾Malaysia5.2%
University Centre South Devon
No published data on international students
Subjects
9 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 South Devon
Computer Science
12 coursesTypical fee £25,810 (UG)
1 courseTypical fee £13,500 (UG)
Design & Fashion
11 coursesTypical fee £20,080 (UG)
1 courseTypical fee £13,500 (UG)
Electronic & Electrical Engineering
Physics
Psychology (General)
Management
Manufacturing & Production Engineering
General Engineering
Sport & Exercise Sciences
Only at Heriot-Watt 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
- Heriot-Watt University
- £20,080
- University Centre South Devon
- £13,500
University Centre South Devon is about £6,580 a year cheaper.
Postgraduate
- Heriot-Watt University
- £24,180
- 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.
Heriot-Watt University
University Centre South Devon
Computer Science
£30,500Salary (3 years)£19,00081%Satisfaction87%Design & Fashion
£20,000Salary (3 years)£14,50078%Satisfaction87%Psychology (General)
£22,500Salary (3 years)No data81%Satisfaction100%Management
£27,500Salary (3 years)£21,00074%Satisfaction97%Sport & Exercise Sciences
£24,500Salary (3 years)£17,00089%Satisfaction90%
Scholarships for International Students
ExclusiveHeriot-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
University Centre South Devon
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Heriot-Watt University vs University Centre South Devon: common questions
Is Heriot-Watt University or University Centre South Devon 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 South Devon: University Centre South Devon 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 South Devon?
Both universities teach 9 subject areas: Computer Science, Design & Fashion, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Physics, Psychology (General), Management, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, General Engineering and Sport & Exercise Sciences.
Is Heriot-Watt University or University Centre South Devon better for Computer Science?
Computer Science graduates earn a median £30,500 three years after graduating from Heriot-Watt University, and £19,000 from University Centre South Devon. Student satisfaction with teaching is 81% at Heriot-Watt University and 87% at University Centre South Devon. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.
Does Heriot-Watt University or University Centre South Devon offer more courses?
Heriot-Watt University lists 214 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre South Devon lists 31 courses.
What can you study at Heriot-Watt University but not at University Centre South Devon?
Heriot-Watt University teaches 39 subject areas that University Centre South Devon does not, including Mathematics, Ancient Languages, Civil Engineering, Building & Construction, Chemical Engineering, Finance & Actuarial Science, Accounting, Business & Management (General) and 31 more.
What can you study at University Centre South Devon but not at Heriot-Watt University?
University Centre South Devon teaches 9 subject areas that Heriot-Watt University does not, including Animal Science, Childhood & Youth Studies, Health & Social Care, Healthcare Science, Marine Engineering & Technology, Social Sciences (General), Creative Arts (General), Media & Film Studies and 1 more.
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