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Liverpool Hope University

Liverpool · THE World #1501

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University of Reading

Reading · QS World #196

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.

4/8

Liverpool Hope

scored higher in 4 categories

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4/8

Reading

scored higher in 4 categories

Quick Verdict

Liverpool Hope University and University of Reading are evenly matched: each leads in 4 of 8 categories where both have data. Liverpool Hope University is ahead on established, satisfaction, courses, scholarship; University of Reading on ranking, employment, international, graduate salary.

Liverpool Hope University vs University of Reading at a glance

Liverpool Hope University and University of Reading both teach 38 subject areas, the largest being Sociology & Criminology, Drama & Theatre and Business Studies. Liverpool Hope University offers 635 courses across 56 subject areas; University of Reading offers 448 courses across 70 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,230 a year at Liverpool Hope University and £25,850 at University of Reading: Liverpool Hope University is about £10,620 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £16,500 a year at Liverpool Hope University and £26,450 at University of Reading: Liverpool Hope University is about £9,950 a year cheaper.

Of the 26 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Reading is higher in 25 and Liverpool Hope University in 0, with 1 about level. The widest gap is in Accounting: £21,000 three years after graduating from Liverpool Hope University, against £39,000 from University of Reading. Of the 28 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Reading is higher in 15 and Liverpool Hope University in 12, 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
#196
#1501
THE World
#201
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Guardian UK
#33
1844
Established
1892
No
Russell Group
No
Silver
TEF Rating
Silver

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Liverpool Hope University

University of Reading

89.3%
85.1%

Satisfaction

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

£25,900
£35,800

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

82.3%
84.7%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

8%
18%

International

International student share

635
448

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

4
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.

Liverpool Hope

23 countries · 8% international

  • 🌐Gibraltar14.1%
  • 🇮🇳India12.9%
  • 🇮🇪Ireland10.6%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria9.4%
  • 🇫🇷France5.9%
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Reading

96 countries · 18% international

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

Subjects

38 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.

Liverpool Hope University

University of Reading

Also taught at both: Creative Writing, Accounting, History of Art & Design, Philosophy, Design & Fashion, Human Geography & Environment, Mathematics, Physical Geography & Climate, English Language, Nutrition & Dietetics, Management, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Teacher Training, Ecology & Conservation, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Environmental Sciences, Fine Art, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Film Production & Cinematography, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Social Sciences (General), Social Policy & Public Policy.

Only at Liverpool Hope 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

Liverpool Hope University
£15,230
University of Reading
£25,850

Liverpool Hope University is about £10,620 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Liverpool Hope University
£16,500
University of Reading
£26,450

Liverpool Hope University is about £9,950 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.

Liverpool Hope University

University of Reading

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £20,000Salary (3 years)£31,000
    91%Satisfaction96%

  • Drama & Theatre

    £17,500Salary (3 years)£23,000
    94%Satisfaction67%

  • Business Studies

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£39,500
    81%Satisfaction79%

  • Economics

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£32,500
    94%Satisfaction82%

  • History

    £20,500Salary (3 years)£25,000
    92%Satisfaction95%

  • Marketing

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£29,000
    79%Satisfaction76%

  • English Literature

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£23,000
    94%Satisfaction91%

  • Law

    £20,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
    80%Satisfaction86%

  • Media & Film Studies

    £19,500Salary (3 years)No data
    87%Satisfaction91%

  • Psychology (General)

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
    91%Satisfaction83%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
    90%Satisfaction92%

  • Education Studies

    £18,500Salary (3 years)£29,000
    91%Satisfaction97%

Showing the 12 largest of 28 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

Liverpool Hope University

Liverpool Hope Sanctuary Scholarship

100%

Deadline: N/A

Care Leavers Bursary

£1,000

Deadline: N/A

Access to Hope Scholarship

See details

Deadline: May 2026

Performance Scholarship

See details

Deadline: Oct 2026

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University of Reading

The Sporting Excellence Scholarship

See details

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Liverpool Hope University vs University of Reading: common questions

Is Liverpool Hope University or University of Reading cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,230 a year at Liverpool Hope University and £25,850 at University of Reading: Liverpool Hope University is about £10,620 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £16,500 a year at Liverpool Hope University and £26,450 at University of Reading: Liverpool Hope University is about £9,950 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 Liverpool Hope University and University of Reading?

Both universities teach 38 subject areas: Sociology & Criminology, Drama & Theatre, Business Studies, Childhood & Youth Studies, Economics, History, Marketing, English Literature, Law, Media & Film Studies, Psychology (General), Politics & International Relations and 26 more.

Is Liverpool Hope University or University of Reading better for Sociology & Criminology?

Sociology & Criminology graduates earn a median £20,000 three years after graduating from Liverpool Hope University, and £31,000 from University of Reading. Student satisfaction with teaching is 91% at Liverpool Hope University and 96% at University of Reading. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Liverpool Hope University or University of Reading offer more courses?

Liverpool Hope University lists 635 courses on CourseOptions and University of Reading lists 448 courses.

What can you study at Liverpool Hope University but not at University of Reading?

Liverpool Hope University teaches 18 subject areas that University of Reading does not, including Music, Theology & Religious Studies, Crafts & Applied Arts, Dance, Social Work, Health & Social Care, Software Engineering, Applied Biology & Human Biology and 10 more.

What can you study at University of Reading but not at Liverpool Hope University?

University of Reading teaches 32 subject areas that Liverpool Hope University does not, including Finance & Actuarial Science, Building & Construction, Agriculture & Land Management, Chemistry, Food Science, Information & Library Studies, Ancient Languages, Archaeology and 24 more.

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Liverpool Hope University635 courses · 4 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Reading448 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses