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Newcastle University

Newcastle upon Tyne · QS World #149

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Open University

None · THE World #801

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 10 datapoints

We looked at 10 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

8/10

Newcastle

scored higher in 8 categories

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2/10

Open

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

Newcastle University leads in 8 of 10 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, established, employment, international, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). Open University is ahead on TEF, satisfaction.

Newcastle University vs Open University at a glance

Newcastle University and Open University both teach 52 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Business & Management (General) and Law. Newcastle University offers 502 courses across 99 subject areas; Open University offers 337 courses across 68 subject areas.

Of the 30 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Newcastle University is higher in 15 and Open University in 11, with 4 about level. The widest gap is in Accounting: £38,000 three years after graduating from Newcastle University, against £26,000 from Open University. Of the 27 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Open University is higher in 24 and Newcastle University in 2, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#149
QS World
—
#144
THE World
#801
#23
Guardian UK
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1834
Established
1969
Yes
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.

Newcastle University

Open University

84.1%
89.8%

Satisfaction

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

£38,300
£29,900

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

81.6%
72.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

22.1%
0.2%

International

International student share

502
337

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

4
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.

Newcastle

91 countries · 22.1% international

  • 🇨🇳China43.8%
  • 🇮🇳India8.5%
  • 🇸🇦Saudi Arabia4.4%
  • 🌐Kuwait3.3%
  • 🌐Cyprus (Non-European Union)3.2%
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Open

25 countries · 0.2% international

  • 🇩🇪Germany8.9%
  • 🌐Cyprus (European Union)6.7%
  • 🇫🇷France6.7%
  • 🇨🇳China4.4%
  • 🇮🇳India4.4%

Subjects

52 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.

Newcastle University

Open University

Also taught at both: Education Studies, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Economics, Environmental Sciences, Finance & Actuarial Science, Computing & IT, Philosophy, Music, Public Health & Epidemiology, Statistics, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Chemistry, Classical Studies, French, Information & Library Studies, Accounting, Combined & General Studies, Design & Fashion, English Literature, Geography (General), Health & Social Care, Information Systems & Data Science, Social Sciences (General), Biology, Creative Writing, Physical Geography & Climate, Ancient Languages, English Studies, Geology & Earth Sciences, Human Resource Management, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Management, Applied Psychology, German & Scandinavian Studies, Social Policy & Public Policy, Theology & Religious Studies.

Only at Newcastle University

Only at Open University

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

Newcastle University
£25,750
Open University
No data

We do not have reliable international fee data for Open University yet.

Postgraduate

Newcastle University
£30,700
Open University
No data

We do not have reliable international fee data for Open University 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.

Newcastle University

Open University

  • Computer Science

    £33,000Salary (3 years)£33,500
    70%Satisfaction91%

  • Business & Management (General)

    £32,000Salary (3 years)£32,000
    70%Satisfaction95%

  • Law

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£24,500
    87%Satisfaction96%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£17,000
    86%Satisfaction89%

  • History

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£23,000
    87%Satisfaction93%

  • Mathematics

    £27,000Salary (3 years)£30,000
    84%Satisfaction93%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£29,000
    85%Satisfaction92%

  • Psychology (General)

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    84%Satisfaction88%

  • Physics

    £27,000Salary (3 years)£38,500
    84%Satisfaction98%

  • Biomedical Sciences

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£28,000
    89%Satisfaction89%

  • General Engineering

    £32,000Salary (3 years)£43,500
    82%Satisfaction88%

  • Human Geography & Environment

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
    90%Satisfaction93%

Showing the 12 largest of 31 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

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Newcastle University

Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships

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Newcastle University Sanctuary Scholarships

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St Nicholas' Educational Trust Scholarship

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Vice-Chancellor's Excellence Scholarships

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FAQ

Newcastle University vs Open University: common questions

What subjects can you study at both Newcastle University and Open University?

Both universities teach 52 subject areas: Computer Science, Business & Management (General), Law, Sociology & Criminology, History, Mathematics, Childhood & Youth Studies, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Politics & International Relations, Psychology (General), Physics, Biomedical Sciences and 40 more.

Is Newcastle University or Open University better for Computer Science?

Computer Science graduates earn a median £33,000 three years after graduating from Newcastle University, and £33,500 from Open University. Student satisfaction with teaching is 70% at Newcastle University and 91% at Open University. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Newcastle University or Open University offer more courses?

Newcastle University lists 502 courses on CourseOptions and Open University lists 337 courses.

What can you study at Newcastle University but not at Open University?

Newcastle University teaches 47 subject areas that Open University does not, including Civil Engineering, Nutrition & Dietetics, Business Studies, Clinical Specialities, Media & Film Studies, Marine Engineering & Technology, Architecture, Chemical Engineering and 39 more.

What can you study at Open University but not at Newcastle University?

Open University teaches 16 subject areas that Newcastle University does not, including Humanities, Social Work, English Language, Software Engineering, History of Art & Design, International Development, Natural Sciences, Office Administration and 8 more.

Ready to explore courses?

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Newcastle University502 courses · 4 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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Open University337 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses