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Newcastle University

Newcastle upon Tyne · QS World #149

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University of Worcester

Worcester · THE World #1501

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 9 datapoints

We looked at 9 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

6/9

Newcastle

scored higher in 6 categories

VS

3/9

Worcester

scored higher in 3 categories

Quick Verdict

Newcastle University leads in 6 of 9 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, established, international, graduate salary, courses). University of Worcester is ahead on satisfaction, employment, scholarship.

Newcastle University vs University of Worcester at a glance

Newcastle University and University of Worcester both teach 50 subject areas, the largest being Business Studies, Computer Science and Sport & Exercise Sciences. Newcastle University offers 502 courses across 99 subject areas; University of Worcester offers 305 courses across 68 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £25,750 a year at Newcastle University and £17,200 at University of Worcester: University of Worcester is about £8,550 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £30,700 a year at Newcastle University and £18,900 at University of Worcester: University of Worcester is about £11,800 a year cheaper.

Of the 23 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Newcastle University is higher in 21 and University of Worcester in 2. The widest gap is in Accounting: £38,000 three years after graduating from Newcastle University, against £23,500 from University of Worcester. Of the 24 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Worcester is higher in 17 and Newcastle University in 7.

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
#1501
#23
Guardian UK
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1834
Established
1946
Yes
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.

Newcastle University

University of Worcester

84.1%
87.8%

Satisfaction

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

£38,300
£28,500

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

81.6%
85.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

22.1%
15.1%

International

International student share

502
305

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

4
39

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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Worcester

38 countries · 15.1% international

  • 🇮🇳India50.2%
  • 🌐Nepal15.1%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria11.3%
  • 🇬🇭Ghana1.5%
  • 🇺🇸United States1.5%

Subjects

50 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 Worcester

Also taught at both: Environmental Sciences, Health & Social Care, Human Geography & Environment, Biochemistry, Business & Management (General), Counselling & Psychotherapy, Design & Fashion, English Literature, Finance & Actuarial Science, Film Production & Cinematography, Biology, Fine Art, Journalism, Marketing, Chemistry, Geography (General), Music, Philosophy, Creative Writing, Physical Geography & Climate, Accounting, Anatomy & Pathology, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Cultural Studies, Ecology & Conservation, English Studies, Applied Psychology, Biomedical Engineering, Games Design & Computer Animation, Management, Medicine, Ancient Languages, Human Resource Management, Technology & Logistics, Theology & Religious Studies.

Only at Newcastle University

Only at University of Worcester

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 Worcester
£17,200

University of Worcester is about £8,550 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Newcastle University
£30,700
University of Worcester
£18,900

University of Worcester is about £11,800 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 Worcester

  • Business Studies

    £32,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
    71%Satisfaction62%

  • Computer Science

    £33,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
    70%Satisfaction92%

  • Sport & Exercise Sciences

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£18,500
    98%Satisfaction95%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
    86%Satisfaction89%

  • Media & Film Studies

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    79%Satisfaction94%

  • Psychology (General)

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    84%Satisfaction85%

  • Nutrition & Dietetics

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£24,500
    92%Satisfaction93%

  • Law

    £26,500Salary (3 years)No data
    87%Satisfaction90%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£21,500
    85%Satisfaction94%

  • Biomedical Sciences

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£28,000
    89%Satisfaction86%

  • Education Studies

    No dataSalary (3 years)£21,500
    85%Satisfaction90%

  • Health Sciences & Paramedic Science

    £27,000Salary (3 years)£24,500
    90%Satisfaction79%

Showing the 12 largest of 25 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 Worcester

Molly Haughton Scholarship

£1,000

Deadline: N/A

Amity Le Grange Scholarship

£1,000

Deadline: N/A

Emily Bennett Scholarship

£1,000

Deadline: N/A

Eva Baldwin Scholarship

£1,000

Deadline: N/A

Imogen Stanley Scholarship

£1,000

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Newcastle University vs University of Worcester: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £25,750 a year at Newcastle University and £17,200 at University of Worcester: University of Worcester is about £8,550 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £30,700 a year at Newcastle University and £18,900 at University of Worcester: University of Worcester is about £11,800 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 Worcester?

Both universities teach 50 subject areas: Business Studies, Computer Science, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Sociology & Criminology, Media & Film Studies, Psychology (General), Childhood & Youth Studies, Nutrition & Dietetics, Law, Politics & International Relations, Biomedical Sciences, Education Studies and 38 more.

Is Newcastle University or University of Worcester better for Business Studies?

Business Studies graduates earn a median £32,000 three years after graduating from Newcastle University, and £23,500 from University of Worcester. Student satisfaction with teaching is 71% at Newcastle University and 62% at University of Worcester. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Newcastle University or University of Worcester offer more courses?

Newcastle University lists 502 courses on CourseOptions and University of Worcester lists 305 courses.

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

Newcastle University teaches 49 subject areas that University of Worcester does not, including Civil Engineering, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Linguistics, Clinical Specialities, Physics, Marine Engineering & Technology, Architecture, Chemical Engineering and 41 more.

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

University of Worcester teaches 18 subject areas that Newcastle University does not, including Teacher Training, Social Work, Medical Sciences, English Language, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Adult Nursing, Drama & Theatre, Forensic Science and 10 more.

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Newcastle University502 courses · 4 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Worcester305 courses · 39 scholarshipsBrowse Courses