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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 Reading

Reading · QS World #196

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 8 datapoints

We looked at 8 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

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London South Bank

scored higher in 0 categories

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8/8

Reading

scored higher in 8 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Reading leads in 8 of 8 categories where both have data (ranking, employment, international, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). London South Bank University does not lead in any category where both have data.

London South Bank University vs University of Reading at a glance

London South Bank University and University of Reading both teach 31 subject areas, the largest being Building & Construction, Economics and Finance & Actuarial Science. London South Bank University offers 240 courses across 55 subject areas; University of Reading offers 448 courses across 70 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at London South Bank University and £25,850 at University of Reading: London South Bank University is about £8,450 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,900 a year at London South Bank University and £26,450 at University of Reading: London South Bank University is about £7,550 a year cheaper.

Of the 20 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Reading is higher in 17 and London South Bank University in 3. The widest gap is in Business Studies: £24,000 three years after graduating from London South Bank University, against £39,500 from University of Reading. Of the 21 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, London South Bank University is higher in 11 and University of Reading in 9, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#901
QS World
#196
#601
THE World
#201
#78
Guardian UK
#33
1892
Established
1892
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 Reading

85.1%
85.1%

Satisfaction

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

£33,900
£35,800

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

82.1%
84.7%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

15.6%
18%

International

International student share

240
448

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

0
1

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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Reading

96 countries · 18% international

  • 🇨🇳China26%
  • 🇮🇳India6.9%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong5.3%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria4.2%
  • 🇲🇾Malaysia3.9%

Subjects

31 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 Reading

Also taught at both: Sociology & Criminology, Biomedical Sciences, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Food Science, Planning & Housing, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Education Studies, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Clinical & Health Psychology, Food Production & Technology, Drama & Theatre, Media & Film Studies, Social Sciences (General), Film Production & Cinematography.

Only at London South Bank University

Only at University of Reading

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 Reading
£25,850

London South Bank University is about £8,450 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

London South Bank University
£18,900
University of Reading
£26,450

London South Bank University is about £7,550 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 Reading

  • Building & Construction

    £51,000Salary (3 years)£36,500
    76%Satisfaction90%

  • Economics

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£32,500
    91%Satisfaction82%

  • Finance & Actuarial Science

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£38,500
    86%Satisfaction83%

  • Law

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
    89%Satisfaction86%

  • Business Studies

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£39,500
    93%Satisfaction79%

  • Marketing

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£29,000
    77%Satisfaction76%

  • Health Sciences & Paramedic Science

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
    93%Satisfaction94%

  • Psychology (General)

    £21,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
    84%Satisfaction83%

  • Computer Science

    £28,000Salary (3 years)£35,000
    90%Satisfaction76%

  • Design & Fashion

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£26,000
    84%Satisfaction93%

  • Accounting

    £24,500Salary (3 years)£39,000
    86%Satisfaction86%

  • Chemistry

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
    98%Satisfaction77%

Showing the 12 largest of 21 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

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London South Bank University

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University of Reading

The Sporting Excellence Scholarship

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FAQ

London South Bank University vs University of Reading: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,400 a year at London South Bank University and £25,850 at University of Reading: London South Bank University is about £8,450 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,900 a year at London South Bank University and £26,450 at University of Reading: London South Bank University is about £7,550 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 Reading?

Both universities teach 31 subject areas: Building & Construction, Economics, Finance & Actuarial Science, Business & Management (General), Law, Business Studies, Marketing, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Psychology (General), Computer Science, Design & Fashion, Accounting and 19 more.

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

Building & Construction graduates earn a median £51,000 three years after graduating from London South Bank University, and £36,500 from University of Reading. Student satisfaction with teaching is 76% at London South Bank University and 90% at University of Reading. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Reading lists 448 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 Reading?

London South Bank University teaches 24 subject areas that University of Reading does not, including Children's Nursing, Mechanical Engineering, Mental Health Nursing, Adult Nursing, Chemical Engineering, Counselling & Psychotherapy, General Engineering, Medical Imaging and 16 more.

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

University of Reading teaches 39 subject areas that London South Bank University does not, including History, Mathematics, Agriculture & Land Management, Politics & International Relations, English Literature, Philosophy, Information & Library Studies, Ancient Languages and 31 more.

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London South Bank University240 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Reading448 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses