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Kingston University

London · QS World #686

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University of Northampton

Northampton · QS World #1201

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.

8/10

Kingston

scored higher in 8 categories

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2/10

Northampton

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

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

Kingston University vs University of Northampton at a glance

Kingston University and University of Northampton both teach 45 subject areas, the largest being Business & Management (General), Design & Fashion and Games Design & Computer Animation. Kingston University offers 390 courses across 67 subject areas; University of Northampton offers 221 courses across 60 subject areas.

For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,900 a year at Kingston University and £19,000 at University of Northampton, so the two cost about the same.

Of the 34 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Kingston University is higher in 30 and University of Northampton in 4. The widest gap is in Adult Nursing: £34,500 three years after graduating from Kingston University, against £28,000 from University of Northampton. Of the 34 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Northampton is higher in 20 and Kingston University in 14.

World & National Rankings

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

#686
QS World
#1201
#801
THE World
#1501
#67
Guardian UK
#93
1899
Established
1975
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

University of Northampton

85.4%
86%

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%
82.4%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

21.9%
16.4%

International

International student share

390
221

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

Northampton

35 countries · 16.4% international

  • 🇵🇰Pakistan27%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria18.2%
  • 🇮🇳India14.2%
  • 🌐Nepal8.3%
  • 🇬🇭Ghana4.1%

Subjects

45 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 Northampton

Also taught at both: Business Studies, Accounting, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Biomedical Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Media & Film Studies, Midwifery, Film Production & Cinematography, Finance & Actuarial Science, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Mental Health Nursing, Social Work, Adult Nursing, Biological Sciences (General), Fine Art, Human Resource Management, Journalism, Biochemistry, Children's Nursing, Computing & IT, Information Systems & Data Science, Learning Disabilities Nursing, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Nursing (General), Pharmacology, Teacher Training, General Engineering, Health & Social Care, Drama & Theatre, Technology & Logistics.

Only at Kingston University

Only at University of Northampton

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 Northampton
No data

We do not have reliable international fee data for University of Northampton yet.

Postgraduate

Kingston University
£18,900
University of Northampton
£19,000

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 Northampton

  • Business & Management (General)

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
    81%Satisfaction80%

  • Design & Fashion

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£20,000
    89%Satisfaction91%

  • Games Design & Computer Animation

    £28,000Salary (3 years)£23,000
    71%Satisfaction80%

  • Psychology (General)

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£22,000
    80%Satisfaction72%

  • Computer Science

    £24,500Salary (3 years)£26,000
    83%Satisfaction75%

  • Law

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    92%Satisfaction81%

  • Applied Psychology

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£22,000
    77%Satisfaction88%

  • Education Studies

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£20,000
    90%Satisfaction94%

  • Mechanical Engineering

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£31,500
    86%Satisfaction78%

  • Sport & Exercise Sciences

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£21,500
    87%Satisfaction99%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £33,500Salary (3 years)£31,500
    90%Satisfaction78%

  • Marketing

    £27,500Salary (3 years)£25,500
    83%Satisfaction89%

Showing the 12 largest of 34 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

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FAQ

Kingston University vs University of Northampton: common questions

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

For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,900 a year at Kingston University and £19,000 at University of Northampton, 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 Northampton?

Both universities teach 45 subject areas: Business & Management (General), Design & Fashion, Games Design & Computer Animation, Psychology (General), Computer Science, Law, Childhood & Youth Studies, Applied Psychology, Education Studies, Mechanical Engineering, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Electronic & Electrical Engineering and 33 more.

Is Kingston University or University of Northampton 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 University of Northampton. Student satisfaction with teaching is 81% at Kingston University and 80% at University of Northampton. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Kingston University or University of Northampton offer more courses?

Kingston University lists 390 courses on CourseOptions and University of Northampton lists 221 courses.

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

Kingston University teaches 22 subject areas that University of Northampton does not, including Aerospace Engineering, Building & Construction, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Economics, Architecture, Creative Writing, Creative Arts (General) and 14 more.

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

University of Northampton teaches 15 subject areas that Kingston University does not, including Counselling & Psychotherapy, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Social Policy & Public Policy, Business Information Systems, Clinical & Health Psychology, Complementary & Alternative Medicine, Crafts & Applied Arts, English Studies and 7 more.

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