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Keele University

Keele · QS World #801

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University Centre Bishop Burton

Beverley

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.

2/3

Keele

scored higher in 2 categories

VS

1/3

University Centre Bishop Burton

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

Keele University leads in 2 of 3 categories where both have data (established, courses). University Centre Bishop Burton is ahead on scholarship.

Keele University vs University Centre Bishop Burton at a glance

Keele University and University Centre Bishop Burton both teach 6 subject areas, the largest being Business & Management (General), Animal Science and Sociology & Criminology. Keele University offers 426 courses across 79 subject areas; University Centre Bishop Burton offers 32 courses across 10 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,200 a year at Keele University and £12,780 at University Centre Bishop Burton: University Centre Bishop Burton is about £5,420 a year cheaper.

In Sport & Exercise Sciences, the one shared subject where both publish a graduate salary, the two are about level. Of the 4 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Keele University is higher in 4 and University Centre Bishop Burton in 0.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
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#501
THE World
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#73
Guardian UK
—
1949
Established
1954
No
Russell Group
No
Gold
TEF Rating
—

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Keele University

University Centre Bishop Burton

87.7%
No data

Satisfaction

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

£32,100
No data

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

83.7%
No data

Employment

Graduate employment rate

8.5%
No data

International

International student share

426
32

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

1
4

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.

Keele

56 countries · 8.5% international

  • 🇮🇳India14.7%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria12.9%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan9.1%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong7.8%
  • 🇨🇳China4.7%
VS

University Centre Bishop Burton

No published data on international students

    Subjects

    6 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.

    Keele University

    University Centre Bishop Burton

    Only at Keele University

    Only at University Centre Bishop Burton

    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

    Keele University
    £18,200
    University Centre Bishop Burton
    £12,780

    University Centre Bishop Burton is about £5,420 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Keele University
    £18,200
    University Centre Bishop Burton
    No data

    We do not have reliable international fee data for University Centre Bishop Burton 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.

    Keele University

    University Centre Bishop Burton

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £22,500Salary (3 years)No data
      86%Satisfaction85%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£23,000
      84%Satisfaction82%

    • Health Sciences & Paramedic Science

      £28,500Salary (3 years)No data
      83%Satisfaction71%

    • Social Policy & Public Policy

      £22,000Salary (3 years)No data
      87%Satisfaction85%

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    Keele University

    Postgraduate Global Scholarship (international) 2026

    £5,000

    Deadline: N/A

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    University Centre Bishop Burton

    Alumni Master's Bursary

    £1,500

    Deadline: N/A

    IOT Bursary

    £1,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Bishop Burton Bursary Programme (BBBP)

    £500

    Deadline: N/A

    Employability Bursary

    £300

    Deadline: N/A

    View all scholarships →

    FAQ

    Keele University vs University Centre Bishop Burton: common questions

    Is Keele University or University Centre Bishop Burton cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,200 a year at Keele University and £12,780 at University Centre Bishop Burton: University Centre Bishop Burton is about £5,420 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 Keele University and University Centre Bishop Burton?

    Both universities teach 6 subject areas: Business & Management (General), Animal Science, Sociology & Criminology, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science and Social Policy & Public Policy.

    Is Keele University or University Centre Bishop Burton better for Sport & Exercise Sciences?

    Sport & Exercise Sciences graduates earn a median £23,000 three years after graduating from Keele University, and £23,000 from University Centre Bishop Burton. Student satisfaction with teaching is 84% at Keele University and 82% at University Centre Bishop Burton. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Keele University or University Centre Bishop Burton offer more courses?

    Keele University lists 426 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre Bishop Burton lists 32 courses.

    What can you study at Keele University but not at University Centre Bishop Burton?

    Keele University teaches 73 subject areas that University Centre Bishop Burton does not, including Computer Science, Chemistry, Psychology (General), Media & Film Studies, Law, Biomedical Sciences, Forensic Science, Environmental Sciences and 65 more.

    What can you study at University Centre Bishop Burton but not at Keele University?

    University Centre Bishop Burton teaches 4 subject areas that Keele University does not, including Agriculture & Land Management, Countryside & Rural Management, Design & Fashion and Agricultural Sciences.

    Ready to explore courses?

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    Keele University426 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses
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    University Centre Bishop Burton32 courses · 4 scholarshipsBrowse Courses