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Keele University

Keele · QS World #801

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University of Reading

Reading · QS World #196

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 10 datapoints

We looked at 10 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

2/10

Keele

scored higher in 2 categories

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8/10

Reading

scored higher in 8 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Reading leads in 8 of 10 categories where both have data (ranking, established, employment, international, graduate salary, courses). Keele University is ahead on TEF, satisfaction.

Keele University vs University of Reading at a glance

Keele University and University of Reading both teach 46 subject areas, the largest being Business & Management (General), Economics and Finance & Actuarial Science. Keele University offers 426 courses across 79 subject areas; University of Reading offers 448 courses across 70 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,200 a year at Keele University and £25,850 at University of Reading: Keele University is about £7,650 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,200 a year at Keele University and £26,450 at University of Reading: Keele University is about £8,250 a year cheaper.

Of the 30 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Reading is higher in 26 and Keele University in 4. The widest gap is in Accounting: £23,000 three years after graduating from Keele University, against £39,000 from University of Reading. Of the 31 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Reading is higher in 17 and Keele University in 13, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#196
#501
THE World
#201
#73
Guardian UK
#33
1949
Established
1892
No
Russell Group
No
Gold
TEF Rating
Silver

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Keele University

University of Reading

87.7%
85.1%

Satisfaction

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

£32,100
£35,800

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

83.7%
84.7%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

8.5%
18%

International

International student share

426
448

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

1
1

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

Reading

96 countries · 18% international

  • 🇨🇳China26%
  • 🇮🇳India6.9%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong5.3%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria4.2%
  • 🇲🇾Malaysia3.9%

Subjects

46 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 of Reading

Also taught at both: Childhood & Youth Studies, Philosophy, English Literature, Environmental Sciences, Pharmacy, Geology & Earth Sciences, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Management, Accounting, Biochemistry, Civil Engineering, Ecology & Conservation, Education Studies, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Animal Science, Zoology & Animal Biology, Human Geography & Environment, Pharmacology, Medical Sciences, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Creative Writing, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Physical Geography & Climate, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Social Sciences (General), Human Resource Management, Biotechnology, Social Policy & Public Policy.

Only at Keele University

Only at University of Reading

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 of Reading
£25,850

Keele University is about £7,650 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Keele University
£18,200
University of Reading
£26,450

Keele University is about £8,250 a year cheaper.

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 of Reading

  • Business & Management (General)

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£35,500
    75%Satisfaction77%

  • Economics

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£32,500
    83%Satisfaction82%

  • Finance & Actuarial Science

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£38,500
    82%Satisfaction83%

  • Law

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
    83%Satisfaction86%

  • Psychology (General)

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
    82%Satisfaction83%

  • Chemistry

    £24,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
    96%Satisfaction77%

  • Computer Science

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£35,000
    76%Satisfaction76%

  • History

    £22,000Salary (3 years)£25,000
    92%Satisfaction95%

  • Mathematics

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£30,500
    87%Satisfaction86%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £22,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
    93%Satisfaction92%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£31,000
    86%Satisfaction96%

  • Biomedical Sciences

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£25,000
    88%Satisfaction92%

Showing the 12 largest of 31 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

Keele University

Postgraduate Global Scholarship (international) 2026

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

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University of Reading

The Sporting Excellence Scholarship

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Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Keele University vs University of Reading: common questions

Is Keele University or University of Reading cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,200 a year at Keele University and £25,850 at University of Reading: Keele University is about £7,650 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,200 a year at Keele University and £26,450 at University of Reading: Keele University is about £8,250 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 of Reading?

Both universities teach 46 subject areas: Business & Management (General), Economics, Finance & Actuarial Science, Law, Psychology (General), Chemistry, Computer Science, History, Mathematics, Politics & International Relations, Sociology & Criminology, Biomedical Sciences and 34 more.

Is Keele University or University of Reading better for Business & Management (General)?

Business & Management (General) graduates earn a median £24,000 three years after graduating from Keele University, and £35,500 from University of Reading. Student satisfaction with teaching is 75% at Keele University and 77% at University of Reading. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Keele University or University of Reading offer more courses?

University of Reading lists 448 courses on CourseOptions and Keele University lists 426 courses.

What can you study at Keele University but not at University of Reading?

Keele University teaches 33 subject areas that University of Reading does not, including Forensic Science, Physics, Applied Psychology, Geography (General), Chemical Engineering, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and 25 more.

What can you study at University of Reading but not at Keele University?

University of Reading teaches 24 subject areas that Keele University does not, including Building & Construction, Agriculture & Land Management, Design & Fashion, Food Science, Information & Library Studies, Ancient Languages, Archaeology, Teacher Training and 16 more.

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Keele University426 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses
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University of Reading448 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses