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Liverpool John Moores University

Liverpool · QS World #851

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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

Liverpool John Moores

scored higher in 2 categories

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1/3

University Centre Somerset

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

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

Liverpool John Moores University vs University Centre Somerset at a glance

Liverpool John Moores University and University Centre Somerset both teach 8 subject areas, the largest being Sport & Exercise Sciences, Electronic & Electrical Engineering and Childhood & Youth Studies. Liverpool John Moores University offers 325 courses across 78 subject areas; University Centre Somerset offers 27 courses across 14 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,250 a year at Liverpool John Moores University and £13,500 at University Centre Somerset: University Centre Somerset is about £4,750 a year cheaper.

Of the 4 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Liverpool John Moores University is higher in 4 and University Centre Somerset in 0. The widest gap is in Mental Health Nursing: £28,500 three years after graduating from Liverpool John Moores 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 Liverpool John Moores University in 0.

World & National Rankings

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

#851
QS World
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#501
THE World
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#61
Guardian UK
—
1823
Established
2015
No
Russell Group
No
Silver
TEF Rating
—

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Liverpool John Moores University

University Centre Somerset

86.1%
No data

Satisfaction

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

£28,500
No data

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

86.5%
No data

Employment

Graduate employment rate

8.3%
No data

International

International student share

325
27

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

1
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.

Liverpool John Moores

75 countries · 8.3% international

  • 🇮🇳India12.2%
  • 🇮🇪Ireland6.6%
  • 🌐Sri Lanka6.6%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan6.4%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria5.2%
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University Centre Somerset

No published data on international students

    Subjects

    8 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 John Moores University

    University Centre Somerset

    Only at Liverpool John Moores 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

    Liverpool John Moores University
    £18,250
    University Centre Somerset
    £13,500

    University Centre Somerset is about £4,750 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Liverpool John Moores University
    £18,250
    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.

    Liverpool John Moores University

    University Centre Somerset

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      £29,500Salary (3 years)£27,000
      78%SatisfactionNo data

    • Mechanical Engineering

      £30,500Salary (3 years)£27,000
      83%SatisfactionNo data

    • Adult Nursing

      £28,000Salary (3 years)£19,000
      82%Satisfaction86%

    • Mental Health Nursing

      £28,500Salary (3 years)£19,000
      82%Satisfaction86%

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    Liverpool John Moores University

    Alumni Discount Award

    20%

    Deadline: N/A

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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

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    FAQ

    Liverpool John Moores University vs University Centre Somerset: common questions

    Is Liverpool John Moores University or University Centre Somerset cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,250 a year at Liverpool John Moores University and £13,500 at University Centre Somerset: University Centre Somerset is about £4,750 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 John Moores University and University Centre Somerset?

    Both universities teach 8 subject areas: Sport & Exercise Sciences, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Childhood & Youth Studies, Mechanical Engineering, History, Adult Nursing, Mental Health Nursing and Psychology (General).

    Is Liverpool John Moores University or University Centre Somerset better for Electronic & Electrical Engineering?

    Electronic & Electrical Engineering graduates earn a median £29,500 three years after graduating from Liverpool John Moores University, and £27,000 from University Centre Somerset. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Liverpool John Moores University or University Centre Somerset offer more courses?

    Liverpool John Moores University lists 325 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre Somerset lists 27 courses.

    What can you study at Liverpool John Moores University but not at University Centre Somerset?

    Liverpool John Moores University teaches 70 subject areas that University Centre Somerset does not, including Sociology & Criminology, Business Studies, Law, Civil Engineering, Building & Construction, Education Studies, Media & Film Studies, Design & Fashion and 62 more.

    What can you study at University Centre Somerset but not at Liverpool John Moores University?

    University Centre Somerset teaches 6 subject areas that Liverpool John Moores University does not, including Agriculture & Land Management, Crafts & Applied Arts, Chemical Engineering, Computing & IT, Manufacturing & Production Engineering and Applied Computing.

    Ready to explore courses?

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    Liverpool John Moores University325 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses
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    University Centre Somerset27 courses · 5 scholarshipsBrowse Courses