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London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

London · QS World #62

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Ulster University

Belfast · QS World #595

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 10 datapoints

We looked at 10 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

10/10

London School of Economics and Political Science

scored higher in 10 categories

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0/10

Ulster

scored higher in 0 categories

Quick Verdict

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London leads in 10 of 10 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, established, satisfaction, employment, international, courses, scholarship). Ulster University does not lead in any category where both have data.

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London vs Ulster University at a glance

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London and Ulster University both teach 16 subject areas, the largest being Politics & International Relations, Sociology & Criminology and Social Policy & Public Policy. London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London offers 253 courses across 30 subject areas; Ulster University offers 170 courses across 66 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £29,200 a year at London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London and £17,490 at Ulster University: Ulster University is about £11,710 a year cheaper.

Of the 8 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London is higher in 6 and Ulster University in 2.

World & National Rankings

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

#62
QS World
#595
#52
THE World
#601
#4
Guardian UK
#60
1895
Established
1968
Yes
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.

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

Ulster University

89.4%
86.4%

Satisfaction

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

£57,700
No data

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

84.7%
84.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

63.5%
32.5%

International

International student share

253
170

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

25
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.

London School of Economics and Political Science

108 countries · 63.5% international

  • 🇨🇳China24.8%
  • 🇺🇸United States8.7%
  • 🇮🇳India7.5%
  • 🇩🇪Germany4.9%
  • 🇸🇬Singapore4.3%
VS

Ulster

45 countries · 32.5% international

  • 🇵🇰Pakistan27.8%
  • 🇮🇪Ireland21.4%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria16.1%
  • 🇮🇳India12.6%
  • 🇧🇩Bangladesh8.6%

Subjects

16 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.

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

Ulster University

Also taught at both: Computing & IT.

Only at London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

Only at Ulster University

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

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London
£29,200
Ulster University
£17,490

Ulster University is about £11,710 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.

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

Ulster University

  • Politics & International Relations

    £36,000Salary (3 years)No data
    90%Satisfaction84%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £31,000Salary (3 years)No data
    91%Satisfaction84%

  • Social Policy & Public Policy

    £31,000Salary (3 years)No data
    88%Satisfaction81%

  • History

    £34,000Salary (3 years)No data
    90%Satisfaction92%

  • Accounting

    £41,500Salary (3 years)No data
    93%Satisfaction95%

  • Economics

    £49,000Salary (3 years)No data
    90%Satisfaction88%

  • Finance & Actuarial Science

    £41,500Salary (3 years)No data
    86%Satisfaction84%

  • Management

    £42,500Salary (3 years)No data
    88%Satisfaction73%

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

LSE Access to Education Undergraduate Scholarships

£250,000

Deadline: N/A

Mohammed Al Fahim Scholarship

£33,333

Deadline: N/A

Catherine and Joyce Wood Scholarship

£26,250

Deadline: N/A

LSE ESRC DTP Studentships

£23,805

Deadline: N/A

LSE Excellence Scholarship

£20,000

Deadline: N/A

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Ulster University

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FAQ

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London vs Ulster University: common questions

Is London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London or Ulster University cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £29,200 a year at London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London and £17,490 at Ulster University: Ulster University is about £11,710 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 London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London and Ulster University?

Both universities teach 16 subject areas: Politics & International Relations, Sociology & Criminology, Social Policy & Public Policy, History, Media & Film Studies, Accounting, Economics, Finance & Actuarial Science, Law, Health & Social Care, Marketing, Planning & Housing and 4 more.

Does London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London or Ulster University offer more courses?

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London lists 253 courses on CourseOptions and Ulster University lists 170 courses.

What can you study at London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London but not at Ulster University?

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London teaches 14 subject areas that Ulster University does not, including Business & Management (General), Human Geography & Environment, Social Sciences (General), Anthropology, Mathematics, Philosophy, Statistics, Zoology & Animal Biology and 6 more.

What can you study at Ulster University but not at London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London?

Ulster University teaches 50 subject areas that London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London does not, including Business Studies, Computer Science, Design & Fashion, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Civil Engineering, Social Work, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Irish Studies and 42 more.

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London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London253 courses · 25 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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Ulster University170 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses