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Kingston University

London · QS World #686

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Middlesex University

London · QS World #901

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.

6/10

Kingston

scored higher in 6 categories

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4/10

Middlesex

scored higher in 4 categories

Quick Verdict

Kingston University leads in 6 of 10 categories where both have data (ranking, TEF, employment, graduate salary, courses). Middlesex University is ahead on ranking, established, satisfaction, international.

Kingston University vs Middlesex University at a glance

Kingston University and Middlesex University both teach 47 subject areas, the largest being Business & Management (General), Design & Fashion and Building & Construction. Kingston University offers 390 courses across 67 subject areas; Middlesex University offers 294 courses across 65 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,500 a year at Kingston University and £17,200 at Middlesex University: Middlesex University is about £1,300 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,900 a year at Kingston University and £17,600 at Middlesex University: Middlesex University is about £1,300 a year cheaper.

Of the 29 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Kingston University is higher in 21 and Middlesex University in 6, with 2 about level. The widest gap is in Electronic & Electrical Engineering: £33,500 three years after graduating from Kingston University, against £27,000 from Middlesex University. Of the 28 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Middlesex University is higher in 15 and Kingston University in 11, with 2 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#686
QS World
#901
#801
THE World
#501
#67
Guardian UK
#74
1899
Established
1878
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.

Kingston University

Middlesex University

85.4%
87.4%

Satisfaction

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

£31,900
£30,300

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

78.9%
78%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

21.9%
29.6%

International

International student share

390
294

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

0
0

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.

Kingston

91 countries · 21.9% international

  • 🇮🇳India24.1%
  • 🇨🇳China23.8%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria3.5%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan3.2%
  • 🇺🇸United States3.2%
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Middlesex

80 countries · 29.6% international

  • 🇮🇳India43.9%
  • 🇨🇳China7.5%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan5.4%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria4.5%
  • 🇧🇩Bangladesh3.8%

Subjects

47 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.

Kingston University

Middlesex University

Also taught at both: Social Work, Sociology & Criminology, Applied Psychology, Education Studies, Games Design & Computer Animation, Media & Film Studies, Finance & Actuarial Science, Midwifery, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Accounting, Computing & IT, Information Systems & Data Science, Mental Health Nursing, Adult Nursing, Management, Software Engineering, Clinical Specialities, Music, Pharmacy, Teacher Training, Biological Sciences (General), Children's Nursing, General Engineering, Fine Art, Health & Social Care, Nursing (General), Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Human Geography & Environment, Human Resource Management, Personal & Professional Development, Technology & Logistics, Drama & Theatre.

Only at Kingston University

Only at Middlesex 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

Kingston University
£18,500
Middlesex University
£17,200

Middlesex University is about £1,300 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Kingston University
£18,900
Middlesex University
£17,600

Middlesex University is about £1,300 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.

Kingston University

Middlesex University

  • Business & Management (General)

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
    81%Satisfaction85%

  • Design & Fashion

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£21,500
    89%Satisfaction90%

  • Psychology (General)

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
    80%Satisfaction84%

  • Sport & Exercise Sciences

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£21,500
    87%Satisfaction94%

  • Business Studies

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£23,000
    71%Satisfaction71%

  • Law

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£20,000
    92%Satisfaction87%

  • Biomedical Sciences

    £31,500Salary (3 years)£31,000
    88%Satisfaction83%

  • Computer Science

    £24,500Salary (3 years)£25,500
    83%Satisfaction85%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £33,500Salary (3 years)£27,000
    90%Satisfaction93%

  • Marketing

    £27,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
    83%Satisfaction89%

  • Economics

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
    78%Satisfaction88%

  • Manufacturing & Production Engineering

    £33,500Salary (3 years)£27,000
    90%Satisfaction81%

Showing the 12 largest of 29 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

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FAQ

Kingston University vs Middlesex University: common questions

Is Kingston University or Middlesex University cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,500 a year at Kingston University and £17,200 at Middlesex University: Middlesex University is about £1,300 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,900 a year at Kingston University and £17,600 at Middlesex University: Middlesex University is about £1,300 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 Kingston University and Middlesex University?

Both universities teach 47 subject areas: Business & Management (General), Design & Fashion, Building & Construction, Psychology (General), Sport & Exercise Sciences, Business Studies, Law, Biomedical Sciences, Computer Science, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Marketing, Economics and 35 more.

Is Kingston University or Middlesex University better for Business & Management (General)?

Business & Management (General) graduates earn a median £25,500 three years after graduating from Kingston University, and £23,500 from Middlesex University. Student satisfaction with teaching is 81% at Kingston University and 85% at Middlesex University. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Kingston University or Middlesex University offer more courses?

Kingston University lists 390 courses on CourseOptions and Middlesex University lists 294 courses.

What can you study at Kingston University but not at Middlesex University?

Kingston University teaches 20 subject areas that Middlesex University does not, including Aerospace Engineering, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Architecture, Creative Writing, Creative Arts (General) and 12 more.

What can you study at Middlesex University but not at Kingston University?

Middlesex University teaches 18 subject areas that Kingston University does not, including Business Information Systems, Medicine, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Veterinary Sciences & Nursing, Anatomy & Pathology, Medical Sciences, Healthcare Science, Politics & International Relations and 10 more.

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