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London South Bank University

London · QS World #901

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University of Cambridge

Cambridge · QS World #6

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 11 datapoints

We looked at 11 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

1/11

London South Bank

scored higher in 1 category

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10/11

Cambridge

scored higher in 10 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Cambridge leads in 10 of 11 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, TEF, established, satisfaction, international, graduate salary, courses). London South Bank University is ahead on employment.

London South Bank University vs University of Cambridge at a glance

London South Bank University and University of Cambridge both teach 28 subject areas, the largest being Building & Construction, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science and General Engineering. London South Bank University offers 240 courses across 55 subject areas; University of Cambridge offers 336 courses across 79 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at London South Bank University and £32,890 at University of Cambridge: London South Bank University is about £15,490 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,900 a year at London South Bank University and £41,300 at University of Cambridge: London South Bank University is about £22,400 a year cheaper.

Of the 8 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Cambridge is higher in 8 and London South Bank University in 0. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £28,000 three years after graduating from London South Bank University, against £63,500 from University of Cambridge. Of the 9 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Cambridge is higher in 6 and London South Bank University in 2, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#901
QS World
#6
#601
THE World
#3
#78
Guardian UK
#2
1892
Established
1209
No
Russell Group
Yes
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 of Cambridge

85.1%
92.1%

Satisfaction

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

£33,900
£49,800

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

82.1%
76.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

15.6%
32.2%

International

International student share

240
336

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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Cambridge

96 countries · 32.2% international

  • 🇨🇳China28.2%
  • 🇺🇸United States10.3%
  • 🇸🇬Singapore6.6%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong5.3%
  • 🇮🇳India4.7%

Subjects

28 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 of Cambridge

Also taught at both: Civil Engineering, Management, Physics, Planning & Housing, Psychology (General), Clinical & Health Psychology, Finance & Actuarial Science, Education Studies, Chemistry, Computing & IT, Media & Film Studies, Health & Social Care, Dentistry.

Only at London South Bank University

Only at University of Cambridge

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 of Cambridge
£32,890

London South Bank University is about £15,490 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

London South Bank University
£18,900
University of Cambridge
£41,300

London South Bank University is about £22,400 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 South Bank University

University of Cambridge

  • General Engineering

    £28,000Salary (3 years)£39,500
    66%Satisfaction87%

  • Computer Science

    £28,000Salary (3 years)£63,500
    90%Satisfaction94%

  • Law

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£49,000
    89%Satisfaction96%

  • Architecture

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£38,000
    88%Satisfaction88%

  • Economics

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£59,500
    91%Satisfaction86%

  • Chemical Engineering

    £28,000Salary (3 years)£43,000
    75%Satisfaction94%

  • Planning & Housing

    £28,000Salary (3 years)£48,000
    90%Satisfaction89%

  • Psychology (General)

    £21,500Salary (3 years)£30,000
    84%Satisfaction92%

  • Education Studies

    £21,000Salary (3 years)No data
    85%Satisfaction92%

Scholarships for International Students

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FAQ

London South Bank University vs University of Cambridge: common questions

Is London South Bank University or University of Cambridge cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at London South Bank University and £32,890 at University of Cambridge: London South Bank University is about £15,490 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,900 a year at London South Bank University and £41,300 at University of Cambridge: London South Bank University is about £22,400 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 of Cambridge?

Both universities teach 28 subject areas: Building & Construction, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, General Engineering, Childhood & Youth Studies, Computer Science, Law, Architecture, Biomedical Sciences, Business Studies, Economics, Sociology & Criminology, Chemical Engineering and 16 more.

Is London South Bank University or University of Cambridge better for General Engineering?

General Engineering graduates earn a median £28,000 three years after graduating from London South Bank University, and £39,500 from University of Cambridge. Student satisfaction with teaching is 66% at London South Bank University and 87% at University of Cambridge. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does London South Bank University or University of Cambridge offer more courses?

University of Cambridge lists 336 courses on CourseOptions and London South Bank University lists 240 courses.

What can you study at London South Bank University but not at University of Cambridge?

London South Bank University teaches 27 subject areas that University of Cambridge does not, including Children's Nursing, Mechanical Engineering, Mental Health Nursing, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Adult Nursing, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Accounting and 19 more.

What can you study at University of Cambridge but not at London South Bank University?

University of Cambridge teaches 51 subject areas that London South Bank University does not, including Biological Sciences (General), History, Asian Languages & Studies, Mathematics, Politics & International Relations, Archaeology, Philosophy, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning and 43 more.

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London South Bank University240 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Cambridge336 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses