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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 of Lincoln

Lincoln · QS World #851

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.

5/10

Kingston

scored higher in 5 categories

VS

5/10

Lincoln

scored higher in 5 categories

Quick Verdict

Kingston University and University of Lincoln are evenly matched: each leads in 5 of 10 categories where both have data. Kingston University is ahead on ranking, satisfaction, international, graduate salary, courses; University of Lincoln on ranking, established, employment, scholarship.

Kingston University vs University of Lincoln at a glance

Kingston University and University of Lincoln both teach 48 subject areas, the largest being Business & Management (General), Design & Fashion and Chemistry. Kingston University offers 390 courses across 67 subject areas; University of Lincoln offers 343 courses across 81 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,500 a year at Kingston University and £18,300 at University of Lincoln, so the two cost about the same. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,900 a year at Kingston University and £18,800 at University of Lincoln, so the two cost about the same.

Of the 30 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Kingston University is higher in 23 and University of Lincoln in 6, with 1 about level. The widest gap is in Midwifery: £34,500 three years after graduating from Kingston University, against £29,000 from University of Lincoln. Of the 31 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Kingston University is higher in 15 and University of Lincoln in 15, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#686
QS World
#851
#801
THE World
#601
#67
Guardian UK
#38
1899
Established
1861
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 of Lincoln

85.4%
84.2%

Satisfaction

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

£31,900
£29,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

78.9%
83.3%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

21.9%
20.5%

International

International student share

390
343

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

0
21

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

Lincoln

47 countries · 20.5% international

  • 🇮🇳India34.9%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan24.4%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria22.2%
  • 🇻🇳Vietnam2.4%
  • 🇨🇳China2.2%

Subjects

48 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 Lincoln

Also taught at both: Applied Psychology, Film Production & Cinematography, Architecture, Business Studies, Creative Writing, Forensic Science, Journalism, Marketing, Midwifery, Music, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Education Studies, Games Design & Computer Animation, Accounting, Geology & Earth Sciences, Human Geography & Environment, Computing & IT, General Engineering, Geography (General), Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Pharmacy, Social Work, Finance & Actuarial Science, Mental Health Nursing, Nursing (General), Drama & Theatre, Fine Art, Human Resource Management, Dance, Technology & Logistics, Chemical Engineering.

Only at Kingston University

Only at University of Lincoln

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 Lincoln
£18,300

About the same.

Postgraduate

Kingston University
£18,900
University of Lincoln
£18,800

About the same.

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 Lincoln

  • Design & Fashion

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£20,000
    89%Satisfaction87%

  • Chemistry

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
    81%Satisfaction77%

  • Computer Science

    £24,500Salary (3 years)£29,500
    83%Satisfaction73%

  • Law

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    92%Satisfaction89%

  • Mechanical Engineering

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£30,500
    86%Satisfaction89%

  • Psychology (General)

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£21,500
    80%Satisfaction82%

  • Sport & Exercise Sciences

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£23,000
    87%Satisfaction95%

  • Biomedical Sciences

    £31,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
    88%Satisfaction87%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £33,500Salary (3 years)£30,500
    90%Satisfaction85%

  • Media & Film Studies

    £20,000Salary (3 years)£19,500
    76%Satisfaction77%

  • Economics

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£23,000
    78%Satisfaction75%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
    81%Satisfaction73%

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

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

Kingston University

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University of Lincoln

Chevening Scholarships

100%

Deadline: N/A

Canada Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

European Union Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

South Asia Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

South East Asia Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Kingston University vs University of Lincoln: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,500 a year at Kingston University and £18,300 at University of Lincoln, so the two cost about the same. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,900 a year at Kingston University and £18,800 at University of Lincoln, so the two cost about the same. 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 Lincoln?

Both universities teach 48 subject areas: Business & Management (General), Design & Fashion, Chemistry, Building & Construction, Computer Science, Law, Mechanical Engineering, Childhood & Youth Studies, Psychology (General), Sport & Exercise Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Electronic & Electrical Engineering and 36 more.

Is Kingston University or University of Lincoln better for Design & Fashion?

Design & Fashion graduates earn a median £24,000 three years after graduating from Kingston University, and £20,000 from University of Lincoln. Student satisfaction with teaching is 89% at Kingston University and 87% at University of Lincoln. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Kingston University or University of Lincoln offer more courses?

Kingston University lists 390 courses on CourseOptions and University of Lincoln lists 343 courses.

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

Kingston University teaches 19 subject areas that University of Lincoln does not, including Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Environmental Sciences, Creative Arts (General), Adult Nursing, Biological Sciences (General), Children's Nursing and 11 more.

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

University of Lincoln teaches 33 subject areas that Kingston University does not, including Mathematics, Physics, Animal Science, Politics & International Relations, Zoology & Animal Biology, Astronomy & Astrophysics, History, Philosophy and 25 more.

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Kingston University390 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Lincoln343 courses · 21 scholarshipsBrowse Courses