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Keele University

Keele · QS World #801

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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.

2/3

Keele

scored higher in 2 categories

VS

1/3

University Centre Somerset

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

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

Keele University vs University Centre Somerset at a glance

Keele University and University Centre Somerset both teach 11 subject areas, the largest being Psychology (General), Childhood & Youth Studies and Chemical Engineering. Keele University offers 426 courses across 79 subject areas; University Centre Somerset offers 27 courses across 14 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,200 a year at Keele University and £13,500 at University Centre Somerset: University Centre Somerset is about £4,700 a year cheaper.

Of the 3 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Keele University is higher in 3 and University Centre Somerset in 0. The widest gap is in Mental Health Nursing: £28,000 three years after graduating from Keele University, against £19,000 from University Centre Somerset. Of the 3 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University Centre Somerset is higher in 3 and Keele University 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
2015
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 Somerset

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
27

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

1
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.

Keele

56 countries · 8.5% international

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

University Centre Somerset

No published data on international students

    Subjects

    11 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 Somerset

    Only at Keele 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

    Keele University
    £18,200
    University Centre Somerset
    £13,500

    University Centre Somerset is about £4,700 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Keele University
    £18,200
    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.

    Keele University

    University Centre Somerset

    • Adult Nursing

      £27,000Salary (3 years)£19,000
      85%Satisfaction86%

    • Mental Health Nursing

      £28,000Salary (3 years)£19,000
      85%Satisfaction86%

    • Applied Computing

      £26,500Salary (3 years)£25,000
      76%Satisfaction91%

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    Keele University

    Postgraduate Global Scholarship (international) 2026

    £5,000

    Deadline: N/A

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    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

    Keele University vs University Centre Somerset: common questions

    Is Keele University or University Centre Somerset cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,200 a year at Keele University and £13,500 at University Centre Somerset: University Centre Somerset is about £4,700 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 Somerset?

    Both universities teach 11 subject areas: Psychology (General), Childhood & Youth Studies, Chemical Engineering, History, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Adult Nursing, Mental Health Nursing and Applied Computing.

    Is Keele University or University Centre Somerset better for Adult Nursing?

    Adult Nursing graduates earn a median £27,000 three years after graduating from Keele University, and £19,000 from University Centre Somerset. Student satisfaction with teaching is 85% at Keele University and 86% at University Centre Somerset. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Keele University or University Centre Somerset offer more courses?

    Keele University lists 426 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre Somerset lists 27 courses.

    What can you study at Keele University but not at University Centre Somerset?

    Keele University teaches 68 subject areas that University Centre Somerset does not, including Computer Science, Business & Management (General), Chemistry, Media & Film Studies, Law, Biomedical Sciences, Forensic Science, Sociology & Criminology and 60 more.

    What can you study at University Centre Somerset but not at Keele University?

    University Centre Somerset teaches 3 subject areas that Keele University does not, including Agriculture & Land Management, Crafts & Applied Arts and Computing & IT.

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    Keele University426 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses
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    University Centre Somerset27 courses · 5 scholarshipsBrowse Courses