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London South Bank University

London · QS World #901

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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

London South Bank

scored higher in 2 categories

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1/3

University Centre Somerset

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

London South Bank University leads in 2 of 3 categories where both have data (established, courses). University Centre Somerset is ahead on scholarship.

London South Bank University vs University Centre Somerset at a glance

London South Bank University and University Centre Somerset both teach 9 subject areas, the largest being Mechanical Engineering, Mental Health Nursing and Sport & Exercise Sciences. London South Bank University offers 240 courses across 55 subject areas; University Centre Somerset offers 27 courses across 14 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at London South Bank University and £13,500 at University Centre Somerset: University Centre Somerset is about £3,900 a year cheaper.

Of the 6 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, London South Bank University is higher in 5 and University Centre Somerset in 1. The widest gap is in Mental Health Nursing: £40,500 three years after graduating from London South Bank University, against £19,000 from University Centre Somerset. Of the 3 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, London South Bank University is higher in 2 and University Centre Somerset in 1.

World & National Rankings

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

#901
QS World
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#601
THE World
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#78
Guardian UK
—
1892
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.

London South Bank University

University Centre Somerset

85.1%
No data

Satisfaction

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

£33,900
No data

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

82.1%
No data

Employment

Graduate employment rate

15.6%
No data

International

International student share

240
27

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

0
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.

London South Bank

60 countries · 15.6% international

  • 🇵🇰Pakistan26.1%
  • 🇮🇳India19.1%
  • 🇧🇩Bangladesh18.1%
  • 🌐Nepal4.9%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria3.3%
VS

University Centre Somerset

No published data on international students

    Subjects

    9 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 South Bank University

    University Centre Somerset

    Only at London South Bank 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

    London South Bank University
    £17,400
    University Centre Somerset
    £13,500

    University Centre Somerset is about £3,900 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    London South Bank University
    £18,900
    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.

    London South Bank University

    University Centre Somerset

    • Mechanical Engineering

      £26,500Salary (3 years)£27,000
      89%SatisfactionNo data

    • Mental Health Nursing

      £40,500Salary (3 years)£19,000
      94%Satisfaction86%

    • Adult Nursing

      £33,000Salary (3 years)£19,000
      89%Satisfaction86%

    • Chemical Engineering

      £28,000Salary (3 years)£27,000
      75%SatisfactionNo data

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      £30,500Salary (3 years)£27,000
      94%SatisfactionNo data

    • Computing & IT

      £27,500Salary (3 years)£25,000
      63%Satisfaction91%

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    London South Bank University

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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

    London South Bank University vs University Centre Somerset: common questions

    Is London South Bank University or University Centre Somerset cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at London South Bank University and £13,500 at University Centre Somerset: University Centre Somerset is about £3,900 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 South Bank University and University Centre Somerset?

    Both universities teach 9 subject areas: Mechanical Engineering, Mental Health Nursing, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Adult Nursing, Chemical Engineering, Childhood & Youth Studies, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Computing & IT and Psychology (General).

    Is London South Bank University or University Centre Somerset better for Mechanical Engineering?

    Mechanical Engineering graduates earn a median £26,500 three years after graduating from London South Bank University, and £27,000 from University Centre Somerset. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does London South Bank University or University Centre Somerset offer more courses?

    London South Bank University lists 240 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre Somerset lists 27 courses.

    What can you study at London South Bank University but not at University Centre Somerset?

    London South Bank University teaches 46 subject areas that University Centre Somerset does not, including Building & Construction, Business Studies, Children's Nursing, Computer Science, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Architecture, Law, Civil Engineering and 38 more.

    What can you study at University Centre Somerset but not at London South Bank University?

    University Centre Somerset teaches 5 subject areas that London South Bank University does not, including Agriculture & Land Management, Crafts & Applied Arts, History, Manufacturing & Production Engineering and Applied Computing.

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    London South Bank University240 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University Centre Somerset27 courses · 5 scholarshipsBrowse Courses