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London South Bank University

London · QS World #901

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University Centre South Devon

Paignton

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 6 datapoints

We looked at 6 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

3/6

London South Bank

scored higher in 3 categories

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3/6

University Centre South Devon

scored higher in 3 categories

Quick Verdict

London South Bank University and University Centre South Devon are evenly matched: each leads in 3 of 6 categories where both have data. London South Bank University is ahead on established, graduate salary, courses; University Centre South Devon on TEF, satisfaction, employment.

London South Bank University vs University Centre South Devon at a glance

London South Bank University and University Centre South Devon both teach 13 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Sport & Exercise Sciences and Electronic & Electrical Engineering. London South Bank University offers 240 courses across 55 subject areas; University Centre South Devon offers 31 courses across 18 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 South Devon: University Centre South Devon is about £3,900 a year cheaper.

Of the 3 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, London South Bank University is higher in 3 and University Centre South Devon in 0. The widest gap is in Design & Fashion: £24,000 three years after graduating from London South Bank University, against £14,500 from University Centre South Devon. Of the 5 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University Centre South Devon is higher in 3 and London South Bank University in 2.

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
—
#78
Guardian UK
—
1892
Established
2006
No
Russell Group
No
Silver
TEF Rating
Gold

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 South Devon

85.1%
93.4%

Satisfaction

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

£33,900
£25,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

82.1%
82.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

15.6%
No data

International

International student share

240
31

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.

London South Bank

60 countries · 15.6% international

  • 🇵🇰Pakistan26.1%
  • 🇮🇳India19.1%
  • 🇧🇩Bangladesh18.1%
  • 🌐Nepal4.9%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria3.3%
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University Centre South Devon

No published data on international students

    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.

    London South Bank University

    University Centre South Devon

    Only at London South Bank University

    Only at University Centre South Devon

    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 South Devon
    £13,500

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

    Postgraduate

    London South Bank University
    £18,900
    University Centre South Devon
    No data

    We do not have reliable international fee data for University Centre South Devon 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 South Devon

    • Computer Science

      £28,000Salary (3 years)£19,000
      90%Satisfaction87%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £21,500Salary (3 years)£17,000
      91%Satisfaction90%

    • Design & Fashion

      £24,000Salary (3 years)£14,500
      84%Satisfaction87%

    • Psychology (General)

      £21,500Salary (3 years)No data
      84%Satisfaction100%

    • Creative Arts (General)

      No dataSalary (3 years)£14,500
      82%Satisfaction91%

    Scholarships for International Students

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    FAQ

    London South Bank University vs University Centre South Devon: common questions

    Is London South Bank University or University Centre South Devon 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 South Devon: University Centre South Devon 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 South Devon?

    Both universities teach 13 subject areas: Computer Science, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, General Engineering, Childhood & Youth Studies, Design & Fashion, Psychology (General), Health & Social Care, Physics, Social Sciences (General), Creative Arts (General), Management and 1 more.

    Is London South Bank University or University Centre South Devon better for Computer Science?

    Computer Science graduates earn a median £28,000 three years after graduating from London South Bank University, and £19,000 from University Centre South Devon. Student satisfaction with teaching is 90% at London South Bank University and 87% at University Centre South Devon. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

    London South Bank University lists 240 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre South Devon lists 31 courses.

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

    London South Bank University teaches 42 subject areas that University Centre South Devon does not, including Building & Construction, Business Studies, Children's Nursing, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Mechanical Engineering, Mental Health Nursing, Adult Nursing, Architecture and 34 more.

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

    University Centre South Devon teaches 5 subject areas that London South Bank University does not, including Animal Science, Healthcare Science, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Marine Engineering & Technology and Music.

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    London South Bank University240 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University Centre South Devon31 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses