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Newcastle University

Newcastle upon Tyne · QS World #149

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Teesside University

Middlesbrough · Guardian UK #95

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.

6/11

Newcastle

scored higher in 6 categories

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5/11

Teesside

scored higher in 5 categories

Quick Verdict

Newcastle University leads in 6 of 11 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, established, graduate salary, courses). Teesside University is ahead on TEF, satisfaction, employment, international, scholarship.

Newcastle University vs Teesside University at a glance

Newcastle University and Teesside University both teach 39 subject areas, the largest being Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Electronic & Electrical Engineering. Newcastle University offers 502 courses across 99 subject areas; Teesside University offers 211 courses across 55 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £25,750 a year at Newcastle University and £17,000 at Teesside University: Teesside University is about £8,750 a year cheaper.

Of the 28 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Newcastle University is higher in 21 and Teesside University in 7. The widest gap is in Accounting: £38,000 three years after graduating from Newcastle University, against £21,000 from Teesside University. Of the 29 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Teesside University is higher in 22 and Newcastle University in 5, with 2 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#149
QS World
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#144
THE World
#601
#23
Guardian UK
#95
1834
Established
1930
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

Teesside University

84.1%
89%

Satisfaction

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

£38,300
£29,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

81.6%
85.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

22.1%
28.5%

International

International student share

502
211

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

4
5

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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Teesside

51 countries · 28.5% international

  • 🇮🇳India37.1%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria26.2%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan10.1%
  • 🇨🇳China8.5%
  • 🇬🇭Ghana6.3%

Subjects

39 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

Teesside University

Also taught at both: History, Biological Sciences (General), Finance & Actuarial Science, English Studies, Aerospace Engineering, Business & Management (General), Chemistry, Community & Specialist Nursing, Dentistry, Education Studies, Food Science, Accounting, Fine Art, Marketing, Music, Computing & IT, General Engineering, Journalism, Pharmacy, Biology, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Film Production & Cinematography, Health & Social Care, Management.

Only at Newcastle University

Only at Teesside 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
Teesside University
£17,000

Teesside University is about £8,750 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Newcastle University
£30,700
Teesside University
No data

We do not have reliable international fee data for Teesside 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

Teesside University

  • Civil Engineering

    £30,000Salary (3 years)£36,500
    88%Satisfaction92%

  • Computer Science

    £33,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    70%Satisfaction84%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £32,500Salary (3 years)£44,000
    83%Satisfaction83%

  • Business Studies

    £32,000Salary (3 years)£20,500
    71%Satisfaction61%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£20,000
    86%Satisfaction87%

  • Law

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£18,500
    87%Satisfaction92%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    85%Satisfaction89%

  • Psychology (General)

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£18,500
    84%Satisfaction91%

  • Chemical Engineering

    £36,000Salary (3 years)£37,500
    92%Satisfaction98%

  • Mechanical Engineering

    £32,500Salary (3 years)£37,500
    73%Satisfaction90%

  • Media & Film Studies

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£19,500
    79%Satisfaction95%

  • Sport & Exercise Sciences

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£19,500
    98%Satisfaction94%

Showing the 12 largest of 30 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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Teesside University

Brittan Scholarship

£10,000

Deadline: Oct 2026

Santander Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

Care Leaver Bursary

£2,000

Deadline: N/A

Beth Mead Scholarship

£1,200

Deadline: Sept 2026

Santander Brighter Futures

£1,000

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Newcastle University vs Teesside University: common questions

Is Newcastle University or Teesside University cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £25,750 a year at Newcastle University and £17,000 at Teesside University: Teesside University is about £8,750 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 Newcastle University and Teesside University?

Both universities teach 39 subject areas: Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Business Studies, Sociology & Criminology, Games Design & Computer Animation, Law, Politics & International Relations, Design & Fashion, Psychology (General), Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and 27 more.

Is Newcastle University or Teesside University better for Civil Engineering?

Civil Engineering graduates earn a median £30,000 three years after graduating from Newcastle University, and £36,500 from Teesside University. Student satisfaction with teaching is 88% at Newcastle University and 92% at Teesside University. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Newcastle University or Teesside University offer more courses?

Newcastle University lists 502 courses on CourseOptions and Teesside University lists 211 courses.

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

Newcastle University teaches 60 subject areas that Teesside University does not, including Biomedical Sciences, Childhood & Youth Studies, Nutrition & Dietetics, Mathematics, Linguistics, Clinical Specialities, Physics, Human Geography & Environment and 52 more.

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

Teesside University teaches 16 subject areas that Newcastle University does not, including Forensic Science, Software Engineering, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Pharmacology, Social Work, Teacher Training, Adult Nursing, Children's Nursing and 8 more.

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Newcastle University502 courses · 4 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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Teesside University211 courses · 5 scholarshipsBrowse Courses