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Newcastle University

Newcastle upon Tyne · QS World #149

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University of Oxford

Oxford · QS World #4

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

Newcastle

scored higher in 2 categories

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9/11

Oxford

scored higher in 9 categories

Quick Verdict

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

Newcastle University vs University of Oxford at a glance

Newcastle University and University of Oxford both teach 64 subject areas, the largest being Childhood & Youth Studies, Classical Studies and History. Newcastle University offers 502 courses across 99 subject areas; University of Oxford offers 642 courses across 79 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £25,750 a year at Newcastle University and £43,600 at University of Oxford: Newcastle University is about £17,850 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £30,700 a year at Newcastle University and £38,430 at University of Oxford: Newcastle University is about £7,730 a year cheaper.

Of the 22 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Oxford is higher in 21 and Newcastle University in 1. The widest gap is in Law: £26,500 three years after graduating from Newcastle University, against £52,500 from University of Oxford. Of the 20 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Oxford is higher in 16 and Newcastle University in 3, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#149
QS World
#4
#144
THE World
#1
#23
Guardian UK
#1
1834
Established
1096
Yes
Russell Group
Yes
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

University of Oxford

84.1%
92.5%

Satisfaction

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

£38,300
£50,000

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

81.6%
76.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

22.1%
37.2%

International

International student share

502
642

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

4
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.

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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Oxford

118 countries · 37.2% international

  • 🇨🇳China18.2%
  • 🇺🇸United States16.8%
  • 🇩🇪Germany5.6%
  • 🇮🇳India5.2%
  • 🇨🇦Canada4.6%

Subjects

64 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

University of Oxford

Also taught at both: Biomedical Sciences, General Engineering, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Mathematics, Ancient Languages, Economics, Asian Languages & Studies, Theology & Religious Studies, Sociology & Criminology, Finance & Actuarial Science, Music, Psychology (General), Business Studies, Archaeology, Human Geography & Environment, Media & Film Studies, Business & Management (General), Philosophy, Public Health & Epidemiology, Statistics, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, Information & Library Studies, Anatomy & Pathology, Genetics & Genomics, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Building & Construction, English Literature, Fine Art, Geology & Earth Sciences, Health & Social Care, Social Sciences (General), Welsh Studies, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Computing & IT, Geography (General), Social Policy & Public Policy, Design & Fashion, Education Studies, Medicine, Physical Geography & Climate, Ecology & Conservation, Film Production & Cinematography, Landscape Architecture & Design, Clinical & Health Psychology, Management.

Only at Newcastle University

Only at University of Oxford

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
University of Oxford
£43,600

Newcastle University is about £17,850 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Newcastle University
£30,700
University of Oxford
£38,430

Newcastle University is about £7,730 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.

Newcastle University

University of Oxford

  • Classical Studies

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£32,000
    90%Satisfaction95%

  • History

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£33,000
    87%Satisfaction96%

  • Spanish & Portuguese

    £27,000Salary (3 years)£33,000
    87%Satisfaction94%

  • Computer Science

    £33,000Salary (3 years)£51,500
    70%Satisfaction92%

  • English Studies

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£29,000
    86%Satisfaction97%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£38,500
    85%Satisfaction89%

  • Linguistics

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£29,000
    96%Satisfaction89%

  • German & Scandinavian Studies

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£32,000
    84%Satisfaction96%

  • French

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£33,000
    87%Satisfaction96%

  • Physics

    £27,000Salary (3 years)£43,000
    84%Satisfaction94%

  • Law

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£52,500
    87%SatisfactionNo data

  • General Engineering

    £32,000Salary (3 years)£40,500
    82%Satisfaction84%

Showing the 12 largest of 22 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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University of Oxford

The Rhodes Scholarship

100%

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FAQ

Newcastle University vs University of Oxford: common questions

Is Newcastle University or University of Oxford cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £25,750 a year at Newcastle University and £43,600 at University of Oxford: Newcastle University is about £17,850 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £30,700 a year at Newcastle University and £38,430 at University of Oxford: Newcastle University is about £7,730 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 University of Oxford?

Both universities teach 64 subject areas: Childhood & Youth Studies, Classical Studies, History, Spanish & Portuguese, Computer Science, English Studies, Politics & International Relations, Linguistics, German & Scandinavian Studies, Civil Engineering, French, Electronic & Electrical Engineering and 52 more.

Is Newcastle University or University of Oxford better for Classical Studies?

Classical Studies graduates earn a median £25,000 three years after graduating from Newcastle University, and £32,000 from University of Oxford. Student satisfaction with teaching is 90% at Newcastle University and 95% at University of Oxford. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Newcastle University or University of Oxford offer more courses?

University of Oxford lists 642 courses on CourseOptions and Newcastle University lists 502 courses.

What can you study at Newcastle University but not at University of Oxford?

Newcastle University teaches 35 subject areas that University of Oxford does not, including Nutrition & Dietetics, Marine Engineering & Technology, Architecture, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Community & Specialist Nursing, Environmental Sciences, Biological Sciences (General), Biotechnology and 27 more.

What can you study at University of Oxford but not at Newcastle University?

University of Oxford teaches 15 subject areas that Newcastle University does not, including Eastern European Languages, Italian, African & Middle Eastern Studies, Anthropology, Social Work, Materials Science, Pharmacology, Celtic Studies and 7 more.

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Newcastle University502 courses · 4 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Oxford642 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses