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Leeds Beckett University

Leeds · QS World #1001

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University of Reading

Reading · QS World #196

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 11 datapoints

We looked at 11 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

4/11

Leeds Beckett

scored higher in 4 categories

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7/11

Reading

scored higher in 7 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Reading leads in 7 of 11 categories where both have data (ranking, TEF, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). Leeds Beckett University is ahead on established, satisfaction, employment, international.

Leeds Beckett University vs University of Reading at a glance

Leeds Beckett University and University of Reading both teach 43 subject areas, the largest being Sport & Exercise Sciences, Business & Management (General) and Finance & Actuarial Science. Leeds Beckett University offers 318 courses across 67 subject areas; University of Reading offers 448 courses across 70 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £16,840 a year at Leeds Beckett University and £25,850 at University of Reading: Leeds Beckett University is about £9,010 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,440 a year at Leeds Beckett University and £26,450 at University of Reading: Leeds Beckett University is about £8,010 a year cheaper.

Of the 27 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Reading is higher in 25 and Leeds Beckett University in 2. The widest gap is in Architecture: £20,500 three years after graduating from Leeds Beckett University, against £36,500 from University of Reading. Of the 29 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Reading is higher in 16 and Leeds Beckett University in 12, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#1001
QS World
#196
#801
THE World
#201
#70
Guardian UK
#33
1824
Established
1892
No
Russell Group
No
Bronze
TEF Rating
Silver

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Leeds Beckett University

University of Reading

85.8%
85.1%

Satisfaction

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

£29,200
£35,800

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

85.3%
84.7%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

19.1%
18%

International

International student share

318
448

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

0
1

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%
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Reading

96 countries · 18% international

  • 🇨🇳China26%
  • 🇮🇳India6.9%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong5.3%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria4.2%
  • 🇲🇾Malaysia3.9%

Subjects

43 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 of Reading

Also taught at both: English Literature, Mathematics, Nutrition & Dietetics, Childhood & Youth Studies, Computer Science, Education Studies, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Accounting, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Human Geography & Environment, Human Resource Management, Social Policy & Public Policy, Biological Sciences (General), Biomedical Sciences, Fine Art, Planning & Housing, Biochemistry, International Development, Physical Geography & Climate, Classical Studies, Media & Film Studies, Film Production & Cinematography, Clinical & Health Psychology, Creative Writing, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Electronic & Electrical Engineering.

Only at Leeds Beckett University

Only at University of Reading

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 of Reading
£25,850

Leeds Beckett University is about £9,010 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Leeds Beckett University
£18,440
University of Reading
£26,450

Leeds Beckett University is about £8,010 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.

Leeds Beckett University

University of Reading

  • Business & Management (General)

    £23,500Salary (3 years)£35,500
    65%Satisfaction77%

  • Economics

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£32,500
    75%Satisfaction82%

  • Building & Construction

    £32,500Salary (3 years)£36,500
    70%Satisfaction90%

  • Law

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
    86%Satisfaction86%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £23,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
    88%Satisfaction92%

  • Marketing

    £24,500Salary (3 years)£29,000
    88%Satisfaction76%

  • History

    £20,500Salary (3 years)£25,000
    94%Satisfaction95%

  • Management

    £42,500Salary (3 years)£34,000
    78%Satisfaction81%

  • Business Studies

    £24,500Salary (3 years)£39,500
    87%Satisfaction79%

  • Design & Fashion

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£26,000
    84%Satisfaction93%

  • Psychology (General)

    £21,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
    88%Satisfaction83%

  • Teacher Training

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
    88%Satisfaction77%

Showing the 12 largest of 29 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

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Leeds Beckett University

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University of Reading

The Sporting Excellence Scholarship

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FAQ

Leeds Beckett University vs University of Reading: common questions

Is Leeds Beckett University or University of Reading cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £16,840 a year at Leeds Beckett University and £25,850 at University of Reading: Leeds Beckett University is about £9,010 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,440 a year at Leeds Beckett University and £26,450 at University of Reading: Leeds Beckett University is about £8,010 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 of Reading?

Both universities teach 43 subject areas: Sport & Exercise Sciences, Business & Management (General), Finance & Actuarial Science, Economics, Building & Construction, Law, Politics & International Relations, Marketing, History, Management, Business Studies, Design & Fashion and 31 more.

Is Leeds Beckett University or University of Reading better for Business & Management (General)?

Business & Management (General) graduates earn a median £23,500 three years after graduating from Leeds Beckett University, and £35,500 from University of Reading. Student satisfaction with teaching is 65% at Leeds Beckett University and 77% at University of Reading. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Leeds Beckett University or University of Reading offer more courses?

University of Reading lists 448 courses on CourseOptions and Leeds Beckett University lists 318 courses.

What can you study at Leeds Beckett University but not at University of Reading?

Leeds Beckett University teaches 24 subject areas that University of Reading does not, including Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Music, Social Work, Software Engineering, Journalism, Mental Health Nursing, Performing Arts (General) and 16 more.

What can you study at University of Reading but not at Leeds Beckett University?

University of Reading teaches 27 subject areas that Leeds Beckett University does not, including Agriculture & Land Management, Chemistry, Philosophy, Food Science, Information & Library Studies, Ancient Languages, Archaeology, Geology & Earth Sciences and 19 more.

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Leeds Beckett University318 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Reading448 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses