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Kingston University

London · QS World #686

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University of Cambridge

Cambridge · QS World #6

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

Kingston

scored higher in 2 categories

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8/10

Cambridge

scored higher in 8 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Cambridge leads in 8 of 10 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, established, satisfaction, international, graduate salary). Kingston University is ahead on employment, courses.

Kingston University vs University of Cambridge at a glance

Kingston University and University of Cambridge both teach 38 subject areas, the largest being Business & Management (General), Biological Sciences (General) and Aerospace Engineering. Kingston University offers 390 courses across 67 subject areas; University of Cambridge offers 336 courses across 79 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,500 a year at Kingston University and £32,890 at University of Cambridge: Kingston University is about £14,390 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,900 a year at Kingston University and £41,300 at University of Cambridge: Kingston University is about £22,400 a year cheaper.

Of the 8 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Cambridge is higher in 8 and Kingston University in 0. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £24,500 three years after graduating from Kingston University, against £63,500 from University of Cambridge. Of the 9 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Cambridge is higher in 6 and Kingston University in 3.

World & National Rankings

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

#686
QS World
#6
#801
THE World
#3
#67
Guardian UK
#2
1899
Established
1209
No
Russell Group
Yes
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 of Cambridge

85.4%
92.1%

Satisfaction

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

£31,900
£49,800

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

78.9%
76.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

21.9%
32.2%

International

International student share

390
336

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

Cambridge

96 countries · 32.2% international

  • 🇨🇳China28.2%
  • 🇺🇸United States10.3%
  • 🇸🇬Singapore6.6%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong5.3%
  • 🇮🇳India4.7%

Subjects

38 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 of Cambridge

Also taught at both: General Engineering, Civil Engineering, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Creative Writing, Media & Film Studies, Business Studies, Education Studies, Music, Clinical Specialities, Finance & Actuarial Science, Human Geography & Environment, Management, Geography (General), Geology & Earth Sciences, Information Systems & Data Science, Chemical Engineering, Computing & IT, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Software Engineering, Health & Social Care, Information & Library Studies, Technology & Logistics.

Only at Kingston University

Only at University of Cambridge

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 of Cambridge
£32,890

Kingston University is about £14,390 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Kingston University
£18,900
University of Cambridge
£41,300

Kingston University is about £22,400 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

University of Cambridge

  • Biological Sciences (General)

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£35,000
    96%Satisfaction91%

  • Law

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£49,000
    92%Satisfaction96%

  • Economics

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£59,500
    78%Satisfaction86%

  • Psychology (General)

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£30,000
    80%Satisfaction92%

  • Architecture

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£38,000
    84%Satisfaction88%

  • Computer Science

    £24,500Salary (3 years)£63,500
    83%Satisfaction94%

  • Education Studies

    £22,500Salary (3 years)No data
    90%Satisfaction92%

  • Music

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£27,000
    98%Satisfaction97%

  • Geography (General)

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£33,000
    98%Satisfaction95%

Scholarships for International Students

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FAQ

Kingston University vs University of Cambridge: common questions

Is Kingston University or University of Cambridge cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,500 a year at Kingston University and £32,890 at University of Cambridge: Kingston University is about £14,390 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,900 a year at Kingston University and £41,300 at University of Cambridge: Kingston University is about £22,400 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 of Cambridge?

Both universities teach 38 subject areas: Business & Management (General), Biological Sciences (General), Aerospace Engineering, Building & Construction, Childhood & Youth Studies, Law, Biomedical Sciences, Economics, Sociology & Criminology, Chemistry, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Psychology (General) and 26 more.

Is Kingston University or University of Cambridge better for Biological Sciences (General)?

Biological Sciences (General) graduates earn a median £24,000 three years after graduating from Kingston University, and £35,000 from University of Cambridge. Student satisfaction with teaching is 96% at Kingston University and 91% at University of Cambridge. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Kingston University or University of Cambridge offer more courses?

Kingston University lists 390 courses on CourseOptions and University of Cambridge lists 336 courses.

What can you study at Kingston University but not at University of Cambridge?

Kingston University teaches 29 subject areas that University of Cambridge does not, including Design & Fashion, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Psychology, Midwifery, Environmental Sciences, Games Design & Computer Animation, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Creative Arts (General) and 21 more.

What can you study at University of Cambridge but not at Kingston University?

University of Cambridge teaches 41 subject areas that Kingston University does not, including History, Asian Languages & Studies, Mathematics, Politics & International Relations, Archaeology, Philosophy, Physics, Biology and 33 more.

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