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Select any two universities below and we'll generate an instant, data-driven comparison — rankings, salaries, student satisfaction, international community, and more.

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London South Bank University

London · QS World #901

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University of Chester

Chester · Guardian UK #91

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 9 datapoints

We looked at 9 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

4/9

London South Bank

scored higher in 4 categories

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5/9

Chester

scored higher in 5 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Chester leads in 5 of 9 categories where both have data (established, employment, international, courses, scholarship). London South Bank University is ahead on ranking, satisfaction, graduate salary.

London South Bank University vs University of Chester at a glance

London South Bank University and University of Chester both teach 35 subject areas, the largest being Childhood & Youth Studies, Building & Construction and Sociology & Criminology. London South Bank University offers 240 courses across 55 subject areas; University of Chester offers 329 courses across 73 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at London South Bank University and £14,950 at University of Chester: University of Chester is about £2,450 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,900 a year at London South Bank University and £15,500 at University of Chester: University of Chester is about £3,400 a year cheaper.

Of the 21 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, London South Bank University is higher in 20 and University of Chester in 1. The widest gap is in Mental Health Nursing: £40,500 three years after graduating from London South Bank University, against £30,000 from University of Chester. Of the 25 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, London South Bank University is higher in 18 and University of Chester in 5, with 2 about level.

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
#1501
#78
Guardian UK
#91
1892
Established
1839
No
Russell Group
No
Silver
TEF Rating
Silver

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 Chester

85.1%
83.9%

Satisfaction

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

£33,900
£27,400

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

82.1%
84.7%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

15.6%
28.7%

International

International student share

240
329

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

0
3

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

Chester

52 countries · 28.7% international

  • 🇮🇳India32.1%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan26.7%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria11.7%
  • 🌐Sri Lanka7.1%
  • 🇧🇩Bangladesh2.8%

Subjects

35 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 Chester

Also taught at both: Accounting, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, Social Work, Finance & Actuarial Science, General Engineering, Learning Disabilities Nursing, Education Studies, Media & Film Studies, Social Sciences (General), Applied Psychology, Clinical Specialities, Computing & IT, Forensic Science, Midwifery, Chemistry, Drama & Theatre, Film Production & Cinematography, Health & Social Care.

Only at London South Bank University

Only at University of Chester

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 Chester
£14,950

University of Chester is about £2,450 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

London South Bank University
£18,900
University of Chester
£15,500

University of Chester is about £3,400 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 Chester

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £21,500Salary (3 years)£20,500
    89%Satisfaction86%

  • Computer Science

    £28,000Salary (3 years)£23,000
    90%Satisfaction83%

  • Psychology (General)

    £21,500Salary (3 years)£20,500
    84%Satisfaction82%

  • Law

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£20,000
    89%Satisfaction89%

  • Business Studies

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£21,500
    93%Satisfaction88%

  • Sport & Exercise Sciences

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

  • Children's Nursing

    £30,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
    87%Satisfaction65%

  • Design & Fashion

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£19,000
    84%Satisfaction82%

  • Mental Health Nursing

    £40,500Salary (3 years)£30,000
    94%Satisfaction83%

  • Adult Nursing

    £33,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
    89%Satisfaction82%

  • Marketing

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    77%Satisfaction89%

  • Accounting

    £24,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
    86%Satisfaction88%

Showing the 12 largest of 25 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

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London South Bank University

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University of Chester

NHS Learning Support Fund

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

Visit Us Travel Bursary

£100

Deadline: N/A

Futures Employability Fund

See details

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

London South Bank University vs University of Chester: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at London South Bank University and £14,950 at University of Chester: University of Chester is about £2,450 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,900 a year at London South Bank University and £15,500 at University of Chester: University of Chester is about £3,400 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 Chester?

Both universities teach 35 subject areas: Childhood & Youth Studies, Building & Construction, Sociology & Criminology, Computer Science, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Psychology (General), Business & Management (General), Law, Business Studies, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Children's Nursing, Design & Fashion and 23 more.

Is London South Bank University or University of Chester better for Sociology & Criminology?

Sociology & Criminology graduates earn a median £21,500 three years after graduating from London South Bank University, and £20,500 from University of Chester. Student satisfaction with teaching is 89% at London South Bank University and 86% at University of Chester. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Chester lists 329 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 Chester?

London South Bank University teaches 20 subject areas that University of Chester does not, including Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Clinical & Health Psychology, Economics, Medical Imaging and 12 more.

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

University of Chester teaches 38 subject areas that London South Bank University does not, including Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Politics & International Relations, Archaeology, Software Engineering, Geography (General), Nutrition & Dietetics, Journalism, Animal Science and 30 more.

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London South Bank University240 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Chester329 courses · 3 scholarshipsBrowse Courses