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Select any two universities below and we'll generate an instant, data-driven comparison — rankings, salaries, student satisfaction, international community, and more.

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Kingston University

London · QS World #686

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University Centre South Devon

Paignton

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 5 datapoints

We looked at 5 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

3/5

Kingston

scored higher in 3 categories

VS

2/5

University Centre South Devon

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

Kingston University leads in 3 of 5 categories where both have data (established, graduate salary, courses). University Centre South Devon is ahead on satisfaction, employment.

Kingston University vs University Centre South Devon at a glance

Kingston University and University Centre South Devon both teach 13 subject areas, the largest being Design & Fashion, Childhood & Youth Studies and Electronic & Electrical Engineering. Kingston University offers 390 courses across 67 subject areas; University Centre South Devon offers 31 courses across 18 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,500 a year at Kingston University and £13,500 at University Centre South Devon: University Centre South Devon is about £5,000 a year cheaper.

Of the 5 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Kingston University is higher in 5 and University Centre South Devon in 0. The widest gap is in Design & Fashion: £24,000 three years after graduating from Kingston University, against £14,500 from University Centre South Devon. Of the 6 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University Centre South Devon is higher in 4 and Kingston University in 2.

World & National Rankings

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

#686
QS World
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#801
THE World
—
#67
Guardian UK
—
1899
Established
2006
No
Russell Group
No
Gold
TEF Rating
Gold

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Kingston University

University Centre South Devon

85.4%
93.4%

Satisfaction

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

£31,900
£25,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

78.9%
82.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

21.9%
No data

International

International student share

390
31

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%
VS

University Centre South Devon

No published data on international students

    Subjects

    13 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

    University Centre South Devon

    Only at Kingston University

    Only at University Centre South Devon

    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
    University Centre South Devon
    £13,500

    University Centre South Devon is about £5,000 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Kingston University
    £18,900
    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.

    Kingston University

    University Centre South Devon

    • Design & Fashion

      £24,000Salary (3 years)£14,500
      89%Satisfaction87%

    • Psychology (General)

      £22,500Salary (3 years)No data
      80%Satisfaction100%

    • Computer Science

      £24,500Salary (3 years)£19,000
      83%Satisfaction87%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £24,000Salary (3 years)£17,000
      87%Satisfaction90%

    • Creative Arts (General)

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£14,500
      88%Satisfaction91%

    • Music

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£14,500
      98%Satisfaction91%

    Scholarships for International Students

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    FAQ

    Kingston University vs University Centre South Devon: common questions

    Is Kingston University or University Centre South Devon cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,500 a year at Kingston University and £13,500 at University Centre South Devon: University Centre South Devon is about £5,000 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 University Centre South Devon?

    Both universities teach 13 subject areas: Design & Fashion, Childhood & Youth Studies, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Psychology (General), Computer Science, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Media & Film Studies, Creative Arts (General), Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Music, General Engineering, Health & Social Care and 1 more.

    Is Kingston University or University Centre South Devon better for Design & Fashion?

    Design & Fashion graduates earn a median £24,000 three years after graduating from Kingston University, and £14,500 from University Centre South Devon. Student satisfaction with teaching is 89% at Kingston University and 87% at University Centre South Devon. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Kingston University or University Centre South Devon offer more courses?

    Kingston University lists 390 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre South Devon lists 31 courses.

    What can you study at Kingston University but not at University Centre South Devon?

    Kingston University teaches 54 subject areas that University Centre South Devon does not, including Business & Management (General), Aerospace Engineering, Building & Construction, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Psychology, Law, Civil Engineering and 46 more.

    What can you study at University Centre South Devon but not at Kingston University?

    University Centre South Devon teaches 5 subject areas that Kingston University does not, including Physics, Animal Science, Healthcare Science, Marine Engineering & Technology and Social Sciences (General).

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    Kingston University390 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University Centre South Devon31 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses