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Kingston University

London · QS World #686

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University of Strathclyde

Glasgow · QS World #230

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 9 datapoints

We looked at 9 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

1/9

Kingston

scored higher in 1 category

VS

8/9

Strathclyde

scored higher in 8 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Strathclyde leads in 8 of 9 categories where both have data (ranking, established, satisfaction, employment, graduate salary, courses). Kingston University is ahead on international.

Kingston University vs University of Strathclyde at a glance

Kingston University and University of Strathclyde both teach 45 subject areas, the largest being Teacher Training, Business & Management (General) and Law. Kingston University offers 390 courses across 67 subject areas; University of Strathclyde offers 541 courses across 67 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,500 a year at Kingston University and £22,750 at University of Strathclyde: Kingston University is about £4,250 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,900 a year at Kingston University and £30,250 at University of Strathclyde: Kingston University is about £11,350 a year cheaper.

Of the 23 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Strathclyde is higher in 18 and Kingston University in 4, with 1 about level. The widest gap is in Mechanical Engineering: £25,500 three years after graduating from Kingston University, against £34,500 from University of Strathclyde. Of the 25 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Strathclyde is higher in 19 and Kingston University in 5, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#686
QS World
#230
#801
THE World
#351
#67
Guardian UK
#25
1899
Established
1796
No
Russell Group
No
Gold
TEF Rating
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Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Kingston University

University of Strathclyde

85.4%
89.6%

Satisfaction

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

£31,900
£37,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

78.9%
84%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

21.9%
18.8%

International

International student share

390
541

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

Strathclyde

86 countries · 18.8% international

  • 🇮🇳India31%
  • 🇨🇳China10.5%
  • 🌐Kuwait4.4%
  • 🇺🇸United States4.1%
  • 🌐Oman3.8%

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 Strathclyde

Also taught at both: Computer Science, Psychology (General), Accounting, Marketing, Media & Film Studies, Finance & Actuarial Science, Chemical Engineering, General Engineering, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Biomedical Sciences, Personal & Professional Development, Pharmacy, Social Work, Architecture, Biochemistry, Sociology & Criminology, Human Resource Management, Creative Writing, Management, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Forensic Science, Geology & Earth Sciences, Information & Library Studies, Information Systems & Data Science, Mental Health Nursing, Pharmacology, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Software Engineering, Human Geography & Environment, Clinical Specialities.

Only at Kingston University

Only at University of Strathclyde

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 Strathclyde
£22,750

Kingston University is about £4,250 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Kingston University
£18,900
University of Strathclyde
£30,250

Kingston University is about £11,350 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 Strathclyde

  • Teacher Training

    £28,000Salary (3 years)£31,000
    90%Satisfaction93%

  • Business & Management (General)

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£29,000
    81%Satisfaction87%

  • Law

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    92%Satisfaction94%

  • Chemistry

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
    81%Satisfaction94%

  • Design & Fashion

    £24,000Salary (3 years)No data
    89%Satisfaction98%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £33,500Salary (3 years)£34,000
    90%Satisfaction87%

  • Mechanical Engineering

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£34,500
    86%Satisfaction76%

  • Education Studies

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£25,500
    90%Satisfaction90%

  • Manufacturing & Production Engineering

    £33,500Salary (3 years)£32,000
    90%Satisfaction86%

  • Civil Engineering

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£29,500
    94%Satisfaction87%

  • Economics

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£32,000
    78%Satisfaction84%

  • Business Studies

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£29,000
    71%Satisfaction81%

Showing the 12 largest of 25 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

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FAQ

Kingston University vs University of Strathclyde: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,500 a year at Kingston University and £22,750 at University of Strathclyde: Kingston University is about £4,250 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,900 a year at Kingston University and £30,250 at University of Strathclyde: Kingston University is about £11,350 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 Strathclyde?

Both universities teach 45 subject areas: Teacher Training, Business & Management (General), Law, Chemistry, Childhood & Youth Studies, Design & Fashion, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Education Studies, Building & Construction, Manufacturing & Production Engineering and 33 more.

Is Kingston University or University of Strathclyde better for Teacher Training?

Teacher Training graduates earn a median £28,000 three years after graduating from Kingston University, and £31,000 from University of Strathclyde. Student satisfaction with teaching is 90% at Kingston University and 93% at University of Strathclyde. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Kingston University or University of Strathclyde offer more courses?

University of Strathclyde lists 541 courses on CourseOptions and Kingston University lists 390 courses.

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

Kingston University teaches 22 subject areas that University of Strathclyde does not, including Applied Psychology, Midwifery, Environmental Sciences, Games Design & Computer Animation, Creative Arts (General), Film Production & Cinematography, Music, Adult Nursing and 14 more.

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

University of Strathclyde teaches 22 subject areas that Kingston University does not, including English Studies, History, Mathematics, Physics, Politics & International Relations, French, Naval Architecture, Statistics and 14 more.

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Kingston University390 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Strathclyde541 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses