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Leeds Beckett University

Leeds · QS World #1001

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University Centre Somerset

Bridgwater

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 3 datapoints

We looked at 3 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

2/3

Leeds Beckett

scored higher in 2 categories

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1/3

University Centre Somerset

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

Leeds Beckett University leads in 2 of 3 categories where both have data (established, courses). University Centre Somerset is ahead on scholarship.

Leeds Beckett University vs University Centre Somerset at a glance

Leeds Beckett University and University Centre Somerset both teach 9 subject areas, the largest being Sport & Exercise Sciences, Psychology (General) and Childhood & Youth Studies. Leeds Beckett University offers 318 courses across 67 subject areas; University Centre Somerset offers 27 courses across 14 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £16,840 a year at Leeds Beckett University and £13,500 at University Centre Somerset: University Centre Somerset is about £3,340 a year cheaper.

Of the 5 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Leeds Beckett University is higher in 4 and University Centre Somerset in 1. The widest gap is in Mental Health Nursing: £27,500 three years after graduating from Leeds Beckett University, against £19,000 from University Centre Somerset. Of the 2 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University Centre Somerset is higher in 2 and Leeds Beckett University in 0.

World & National Rankings

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

#1001
QS World
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#801
THE World
—
#70
Guardian UK
—
1824
Established
2015
No
Russell Group
No
Bronze
TEF Rating
—

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Leeds Beckett University

University Centre Somerset

85.8%
No data

Satisfaction

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

£29,200
No data

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

85.3%
No data

Employment

Graduate employment rate

19.1%
No data

International

International student share

318
27

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

0
5

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.

Leeds Beckett

65 countries · 19.1% international

  • 🇮🇳India48.8%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan14.7%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria6.6%
  • 🌐Nepal2.6%
  • 🇻🇳Vietnam2.6%
VS

University Centre Somerset

No published data on international students

    Subjects

    9 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.

    Leeds Beckett University

    University Centre Somerset

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      33 courses

      Typical fee £16,840 (UG)

      1 course

      Typical fee £13,500 (UG)

    • Psychology (General)

      6 courses

      Typical fee £16,840 (UG)

      2 courses

      Typical fee £13,500 (UG)

    • Childhood & Youth Studies

      4 courses

      Typical fee £16,840 (UG)

      3 courses

      Typical fee £13,500 (UG)

    • History

      4 courses

      Typical fee £16,840 (UG)

      2 courses

      Typical fee £13,500 (UG)

    • Manufacturing & Production Engineering

      2 courses

      Typical fee £16,840 (UG)

      2 courses

      Typical fee £13,500 (UG)

    • Mental Health Nursing

      3 courses

      Typical fee £16,840 (UG)

      1 course

      Typical fee £13,500 (UG)

    • Computing & IT

      1 course

      Typical fee £18,440 (PG)

      2 courses

      Typical fee £13,500 (UG)

    • Adult Nursing

      1 course

      Typical fee £16,840 (UG)

      1 course

      Typical fee £13,500 (UG)

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      1 course

      Typical fee £16,840 (UG)

      1 course

      Fee not available

    Only at Leeds Beckett University

    Only at University Centre Somerset

    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

    Leeds Beckett University
    £16,840
    University Centre Somerset
    £13,500

    University Centre Somerset is about £3,340 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Leeds Beckett University
    £18,440
    University Centre Somerset
    No data

    We do not have reliable international fee data for University Centre Somerset 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.

    Leeds Beckett University

    University Centre Somerset

    • Childhood & Youth Studies

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£19,000
      86%SatisfactionNo data

    • Manufacturing & Production Engineering

      £28,500Salary (3 years)£27,000
      90%SatisfactionNo data

    • Mental Health Nursing

      £27,500Salary (3 years)£19,000
      78%Satisfaction86%

    • Adult Nursing

      £27,500Salary (3 years)£19,000
      81%Satisfaction86%

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      £28,500Salary (3 years)£27,000
      87%SatisfactionNo data

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    Leeds Beckett University

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    University Centre Somerset

    Alumni Bursary

    £1,000

    Deadline: N/A

    HE Bursary

    £600

    Deadline: N/A

    Advanced Learner Loan Bursary

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

    HE Diagnostic Support Fund

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

    HE Technical Support Fund

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

    View all scholarships →

    FAQ

    Leeds Beckett University vs University Centre Somerset: common questions

    Is Leeds Beckett University or University Centre Somerset cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £16,840 a year at Leeds Beckett University and £13,500 at University Centre Somerset: University Centre Somerset is about £3,340 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 Leeds Beckett University and University Centre Somerset?

    Both universities teach 9 subject areas: Sport & Exercise Sciences, Psychology (General), Childhood & Youth Studies, History, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Mental Health Nursing, Computing & IT, Adult Nursing and Electronic & Electrical Engineering.

    Is Leeds Beckett University or University Centre Somerset better for Childhood & Youth Studies?

    Childhood & Youth Studies graduates earn a median £18,500 three years after graduating from Leeds Beckett University, and £19,000 from University Centre Somerset. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Leeds Beckett University or University Centre Somerset offer more courses?

    Leeds Beckett University lists 318 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre Somerset lists 27 courses.

    What can you study at Leeds Beckett University but not at University Centre Somerset?

    Leeds Beckett University teaches 58 subject areas that University Centre Somerset does not, including Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Politics & International Relations, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Law, Building & Construction, Business & Management (General), Design & Fashion, Management and 50 more.

    What can you study at University Centre Somerset but not at Leeds Beckett University?

    University Centre Somerset teaches 5 subject areas that Leeds Beckett University does not, including Agriculture & Land Management, Crafts & Applied Arts, Chemical Engineering, Applied Computing and Mechanical Engineering.

    Ready to explore courses?

    Browse available courses, check entry requirements, and find scholarships at each university.

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    Leeds Beckett University318 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University Centre Somerset27 courses · 5 scholarshipsBrowse Courses