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London South Bank University

London · QS World #901

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University of Plymouth

Plymouth · QS World #691

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.

2/11

London South Bank

scored higher in 2 categories

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9/11

Plymouth

scored higher in 9 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Plymouth leads in 9 of 11 categories where both have data (ranking, TEF, established, satisfaction, employment, courses, scholarship). London South Bank University is ahead on international, graduate salary.

London South Bank University vs University of Plymouth at a glance

London South Bank University and University of Plymouth both teach 43 subject areas, the largest being Building & Construction, Business Studies and Computer Science. London South Bank University offers 240 courses across 55 subject areas; University of Plymouth offers 310 courses across 78 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at London South Bank University and £19,200 at University of Plymouth: London South Bank University is about £1,800 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,900 a year at London South Bank University and £19,500 at University of Plymouth: London South Bank University is about £600 a year cheaper.

Of the 31 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, London South Bank University is higher in 19 and University of Plymouth in 8, with 4 about level. The widest gap is in Building & Construction: £51,000 three years after graduating from London South Bank University, against £31,500 from University of Plymouth. Of the 31 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Plymouth is higher in 17 and London South Bank University in 11, with 3 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#901
QS World
#691
#601
THE World
#501
#78
Guardian UK
#56
1892
Established
1862
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 of Plymouth

85.1%
86.6%

Satisfaction

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

£33,900
£30,300

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

82.1%
84.2%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

15.6%
11.9%

International

International student share

240
310

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

0
10

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

Plymouth

71 countries · 11.9% international

  • 🇳🇬Nigeria14.6%
  • 🇨🇳China12.2%
  • 🇮🇳India11%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong4.7%
  • 🌐Sri Lanka3.3%

Subjects

43 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 Plymouth

Also taught at both: Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Mental Health Nursing, Sociology & Criminology, Architecture, Clinical & Health Psychology, Economics, General Engineering, Medical Imaging, Accounting, Chemical Engineering, Dentistry, Management, Marketing, Midwifery, Childhood & Youth Studies, Complementary & Alternative Medicine, Education Studies, Social Work, Chemistry, Film Production & Cinematography, Finance & Actuarial Science, Creative Arts (General), Nursing (General), Specialist Clinical Nursing, Social Sciences (General), Applied Psychology, Drama & Theatre, Media & Film Studies.

Only at London South Bank University

Only at University of Plymouth

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 Plymouth
£19,200

London South Bank University is about £1,800 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

London South Bank University
£18,900
University of Plymouth
£19,500

London South Bank University is about £600 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 Plymouth

  • Building & Construction

    £51,000Salary (3 years)£31,500
    76%Satisfaction90%

  • Business Studies

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
    93%Satisfaction74%

  • Computer Science

    £28,000Salary (3 years)£28,000
    90%Satisfaction72%

  • Law

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£21,500
    89%Satisfaction84%

  • Adult Nursing

    £33,000Salary (3 years)£28,000
    89%Satisfaction87%

  • Children's Nursing

    £30,000Salary (3 years)£28,000
    87%Satisfaction88%

  • Civil Engineering

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£29,500
    83%Satisfaction94%

  • Design & Fashion

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    84%Satisfaction77%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £30,500Salary (3 years)£32,000
    94%Satisfaction91%

  • Psychology (General)

    £21,500Salary (3 years)£21,500
    84%Satisfaction84%

  • Health Sciences & Paramedic Science

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£28,000
    93%Satisfaction95%

  • Mechanical Engineering

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£31,000
    89%Satisfaction90%

Showing the 12 largest of 33 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

London South Bank University

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University of Plymouth

GREAT Scholarships

£10,000

Deadline: N/A

Sanctuary Scholarships

100%

Deadline: N/A

International Undergraduate Welcome to Plymouth Scholarship

£6,000

Deadline: N/A

Tamar Engineering Project

£4,500

Deadline: Jun 2026

International Postgraduate Welcome to Plymouth Scholarship

£4,000

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

London South Bank University vs University of Plymouth: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at London South Bank University and £19,200 at University of Plymouth: London South Bank University is about £1,800 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,900 a year at London South Bank University and £19,500 at University of Plymouth: London South Bank University is about £600 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 Plymouth?

Both universities teach 43 subject areas: Building & Construction, Business Studies, Computer Science, Law, Adult Nursing, Business & Management (General), Children's Nursing, Civil Engineering, Design & Fashion, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Psychology (General), Health Sciences & Paramedic Science and 31 more.

Is London South Bank University or University of Plymouth better for Building & Construction?

Building & Construction graduates earn a median £51,000 three years after graduating from London South Bank University, and £31,500 from University of Plymouth. Student satisfaction with teaching is 76% at London South Bank University and 90% at University of Plymouth. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Plymouth lists 310 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 Plymouth?

London South Bank University teaches 12 subject areas that University of Plymouth does not, including Sport & Exercise Sciences, Planning & Housing, Food Production & Technology, Computing & IT, Clinical Specialities, Forensic Science, Health & Social Care, Learning Disabilities Nursing and 4 more.

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

University of Plymouth teaches 35 subject areas that London South Bank University does not, including Geology & Earth Sciences, Ecology & Conservation, Nutrition & Dietetics, Physical Geography & Climate, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Marine Engineering & Technology, Politics & International Relations, English Studies and 27 more.

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London South Bank University240 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Plymouth310 courses · 10 scholarshipsBrowse Courses