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Newcastle upon Tyne · QS World #528
London · THE World #501
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.
3/8
Northumbria
scored higher in 3 categories
5/8
Royal Veterinary College
scored higher in 5 categories
Quick Verdict
Royal Veterinary College, University of London leads in 5 of 8 categories where both have data (established, satisfaction, international, graduate salary, scholarship). Northumbria University, Newcastle is ahead on ranking, employment, courses.
Northumbria University, Newcastle vs Royal Veterinary College, University of London at a glance
Northumbria University, Newcastle and Royal Veterinary College, University of London both teach 2 subject areas, the largest being Biology and Public Health & Epidemiology. Northumbria University, Newcastle offers 305 courses across 71 subject areas; Royal Veterinary College, University of London offers 35 courses across 7 subject areas.
For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £26,200 at Royal Veterinary College, University of London: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £6,350 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £31,290 at Royal Veterinary College, University of London: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £11,440 a year cheaper.
World & National Rankings
Compare world and national league table positions, TEF ratings, and Russell Group membership.
Visual Breakdown
Key metrics at a glance
Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.
Northumbria University, Newcastle
Royal Veterinary College, University of London
Satisfaction
Student satisfaction with teaching (NSS Survey, out of 100%)
Graduate Salaries (5y)
Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation
Employment
Graduate employment rate
International
International student share
Course Counts
Number of courses offered
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.
Northumbria
85 countries · 24.5% international
- 🇮🇳India35.3%
- 🇳🇬Nigeria16.3%
- 🌐Kuwait4%
- 🇨🇳China3.8%
- 🌐Sri Lanka3.8%
Royal Veterinary College
26 countries · 37.5% international
- 🇺🇸United States50.8%
- 🇭🇰Hong Kong13%
- 🇨🇦Canada9.3%
- 🇨🇳China3.1%
- 🇮🇳India2.1%
Subjects
2 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.
Northumbria University, Newcastle
Royal Veterinary College, University of London
Biology
Public Health & Epidemiology
Only at Northumbria University, Newcastle
Only at Royal Veterinary College, University of London
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
- Northumbria University, Newcastle
- £19,850
- Royal Veterinary College, University of London
- £26,200
Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £6,350 a year cheaper.
Postgraduate
- Northumbria University, Newcastle
- £19,850
- Royal Veterinary College, University of London
- £31,290
Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £11,440 a year cheaper.
Scholarships for International Students
ExclusiveNorthumbria University, Newcastle
2025/26 PGT Sanctuary Scholarships
£3,000
Deadline: N/A
2025/26 UG Sanctuary Scholarships
£3,000
Deadline: N/A
Castle Peak Postgraduate Scholarships
See details
Deadline: N/A
GEMS Scholarship
See details
Deadline: N/A
Horiba Foundation UK Scholarship
See details
Deadline: N/A
Royal Veterinary College, University of London
Fulbright Scholarship
£25,000
Deadline: N/A
RVC Humanitarian Scholarship
£15,000
Deadline: N/A
Chevening Scholarship
100%
Deadline: N/A
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Scheme (DFID)
100%
Deadline: N/A
IVC Evidensia Diversity Scholarship
£5,000
Deadline: N/A
FAQ
Northumbria University, Newcastle vs Royal Veterinary College, University of London: common questions
Is Northumbria University, Newcastle or Royal Veterinary College, University of London cheaper for international students?
For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £26,200 at Royal Veterinary College, University of London: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £6,350 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £31,290 at Royal Veterinary College, University of London: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £11,440 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 Northumbria University, Newcastle and Royal Veterinary College, University of London?
Both universities teach 2 subject areas: Biology and Public Health & Epidemiology.
Does Northumbria University, Newcastle or Royal Veterinary College, University of London offer more courses?
Northumbria University, Newcastle lists 305 courses on CourseOptions and Royal Veterinary College, University of London lists 35 courses.
What can you study at Northumbria University, Newcastle but not at Royal Veterinary College, University of London?
Northumbria University, Newcastle teaches 69 subject areas that Royal Veterinary College, University of London does not, including Business Studies, Computer Science, Design & Fashion, Law, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, English Literature, Social Work and 61 more.
What can you study at Royal Veterinary College, University of London but not at Northumbria University, Newcastle?
Royal Veterinary College, University of London teaches 5 subject areas that Northumbria University, Newcastle does not, including Biological Sciences (General), Veterinary Medicine, Animal Science, Veterinary Sciences & Nursing and Zoology & Animal Biology.
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