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Northumbria University, Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne · QS World #528

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University Centre South Devon

Paignton

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 7 datapoints

We looked at 7 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

5/7

Northumbria

scored higher in 5 categories

VS

2/7

University Centre South Devon

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

Northumbria University, Newcastle leads in 5 of 7 categories where both have data (established, employment, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). University Centre South Devon is ahead on TEF, satisfaction.

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University Centre South Devon at a glance

Northumbria University, Newcastle and University Centre South Devon both teach 13 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Design & Fashion and Sport & Exercise Sciences. Northumbria University, Newcastle offers 305 courses across 71 subject areas; University Centre South Devon offers 31 courses across 18 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £13,500 at University Centre South Devon: University Centre South Devon is about £6,350 a year cheaper.

Of the 3 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Northumbria University, Newcastle is higher in 3 and University Centre South Devon in 0. The widest gap is in Design & Fashion: £22,500 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, against £14,500 from University Centre South Devon. Of the 4 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University Centre South Devon is higher in 2 and Northumbria University, Newcastle in 1, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#528
QS World
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#401
THE World
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#53
Guardian UK
—
1969
Established
2006
No
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.

Northumbria University, Newcastle

University Centre South Devon

83.5%
93.4%

Satisfaction

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

£31,000
£25,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

86.1%
82.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

24.5%
No data

International

International student share

305
31

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

7
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.

Northumbria

85 countries · 24.5% international

  • 🇮🇳India35.3%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria16.3%
  • 🌐Kuwait4%
  • 🇨🇳China3.8%
  • 🌐Sri Lanka3.8%
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University Centre South Devon

No published data on international students

    Subjects

    13 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

    University Centre South Devon

    Only at Northumbria University, Newcastle

    Only at University Centre South Devon

    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
    University Centre South Devon
    £13,500

    University Centre South Devon is about £6,350 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Northumbria University, Newcastle
    £19,850
    University Centre South Devon
    No data

    We do not have reliable international fee data for University Centre South Devon 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.

    Northumbria University, Newcastle

    University Centre South Devon

    • Computer Science

      £25,500Salary (3 years)£19,000
      87%Satisfaction87%

    • Design & Fashion

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£14,500
      91%Satisfaction87%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£17,000
      83%Satisfaction90%

    • Psychology (General)

      £21,000Salary (3 years)No data
      84%Satisfaction100%

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    Northumbria 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

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    University Centre South Devon

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    FAQ

    Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University Centre South Devon: common questions

    Is Northumbria University, Newcastle or University Centre South Devon cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £13,500 at University Centre South Devon: University Centre South Devon is about £6,350 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 University Centre South Devon?

    Both universities teach 13 subject areas: Computer Science, Design & Fashion, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Psychology (General), Media & Film Studies, Physics, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Childhood & Youth Studies, General Engineering, Health & Social Care, Healthcare Science and 1 more.

    Is Northumbria University, Newcastle or University Centre South Devon better for Computer Science?

    Computer Science graduates earn a median £25,500 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, and £19,000 from University Centre South Devon. Student satisfaction with teaching is 87% at Northumbria University, Newcastle and 87% at University Centre South Devon. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Northumbria University, Newcastle or University Centre South Devon offer more courses?

    Northumbria University, Newcastle lists 305 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre South Devon lists 31 courses.

    What can you study at Northumbria University, Newcastle but not at University Centre South Devon?

    Northumbria University, Newcastle teaches 58 subject areas that University Centre South Devon does not, including Business Studies, Law, English Literature, Social Work, Sociology & Criminology, History, Building & Construction, Business & Management (General) and 50 more.

    What can you study at University Centre South Devon but not at Northumbria University, Newcastle?

    University Centre South Devon teaches 5 subject areas that Northumbria University, Newcastle does not, including Animal Science, Marine Engineering & Technology, Social Sciences (General), Creative Arts (General) and Management.

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    Northumbria University, Newcastle305 courses · 7 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University Centre South Devon31 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses