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Lincoln Bishop University

Lincoln

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University of Cambridge

Cambridge · QS World #6

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 8 datapoints

We looked at 8 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

2/8

Lincoln Bishop

scored higher in 2 categories

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6/8

Cambridge

scored higher in 6 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Cambridge leads in 6 of 8 categories where both have data (Russell Group, TEF, established, international, graduate salary, courses). Lincoln Bishop University is ahead on satisfaction, employment.

Lincoln Bishop University vs University of Cambridge at a glance

Lincoln Bishop University and University of Cambridge both teach 13 subject areas, the largest being Education Studies, Childhood & Youth Studies and History. Lincoln Bishop University offers 118 courses across 18 subject areas; University of Cambridge offers 336 courses across 79 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £10,790 a year at Lincoln Bishop University and £32,890 at University of Cambridge: Lincoln Bishop University is about £22,100 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £16,930 a year at Lincoln Bishop University and £41,300 at University of Cambridge: Lincoln Bishop University is about £24,370 a year cheaper.

Of the 3 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Cambridge is higher in 3 and Lincoln Bishop University in 0. The widest gap is in Theology & Religious Studies: £17,000 three years after graduating from Lincoln Bishop University, against £31,500 from University of Cambridge. Of the 5 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Lincoln Bishop University is higher in 3 and University of Cambridge in 1, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

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QS World
#6
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THE World
#3
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Guardian UK
#2
2006
Established
1209
No
Russell Group
Yes
Silver
TEF Rating
Gold

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Lincoln Bishop University

University of Cambridge

93.6%
92.1%

Satisfaction

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

£26,300
£49,800

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

85.5%
76.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

2.3%
32.2%

International

International student share

118
336

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.

Lincoln Bishop

5 countries · 2.3% international

  • 🇮🇳India18.2%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria18.2%
  • 🇨🇳China9.1%
  • 🌐Nepal9.1%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan9.1%
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Cambridge

96 countries · 32.2% international

  • 🇨🇳China28.2%
  • 🇺🇸United States10.3%
  • 🇸🇬Singapore6.6%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong5.3%
  • 🇮🇳India4.7%

Subjects

13 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.

Lincoln Bishop University

University of Cambridge

Only at Lincoln Bishop University

Only at University of Cambridge

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

Lincoln Bishop University
£10,790
University of Cambridge
£32,890

Lincoln Bishop University is about £22,100 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Lincoln Bishop University
£16,930
University of Cambridge
£41,300

Lincoln Bishop University is about £24,370 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.

Lincoln Bishop University

University of Cambridge

  • Education Studies

    £20,000Salary (3 years)No data
    95%Satisfaction92%

  • History

    £20,000Salary (3 years)£32,000
    96%Satisfaction95%

  • Psychology (General)

    No dataSalary (3 years)£30,000
    97%Satisfaction92%

  • Archaeology

    £20,000Salary (3 years)£31,000
    100%Satisfaction95%

  • Theology & Religious Studies

    £17,000Salary (3 years)£31,500
    79%Satisfaction94%

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FAQ

Lincoln Bishop University vs University of Cambridge: common questions

Is Lincoln Bishop University or University of Cambridge cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £10,790 a year at Lincoln Bishop University and £32,890 at University of Cambridge: Lincoln Bishop University is about £22,100 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £16,930 a year at Lincoln Bishop University and £41,300 at University of Cambridge: Lincoln Bishop University is about £24,370 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 Lincoln Bishop University and University of Cambridge?

Both universities teach 13 subject areas: Education Studies, Childhood & Youth Studies, History, Sociology & Criminology, Psychology (General), Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Archaeology, Theology & Religious Studies, Business & Management (General), Business Studies, Health & Social Care, Humanities and 1 more.

Is Lincoln Bishop University or University of Cambridge better for History?

History graduates earn a median £20,000 three years after graduating from Lincoln Bishop University, and £32,000 from University of Cambridge. Student satisfaction with teaching is 96% at Lincoln Bishop University and 95% at University of Cambridge. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Lincoln Bishop University or University of Cambridge offer more courses?

University of Cambridge lists 336 courses on CourseOptions and Lincoln Bishop University lists 118 courses.

What can you study at Lincoln Bishop University but not at University of Cambridge?

Lincoln Bishop University teaches 5 subject areas that University of Cambridge does not, including English Literature, Teacher Training, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Applied Psychology and Sport & Exercise Sciences.

What can you study at University of Cambridge but not at Lincoln Bishop University?

University of Cambridge teaches 66 subject areas that Lincoln Bishop University does not, including Biological Sciences (General), Asian Languages & Studies, General Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, Mathematics, Economics, Law, Politics & International Relations and 58 more.

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