Skip to main content

Compare any two UK universities

Select any two universities below and we'll generate an instant, data-driven comparison — rankings, salaries, student satisfaction, international community, and more.

N
Northumbria University, Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne · QS World #528

U
University of Aberdeen

Aberdeen · QS World #288

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 10 datapoints

We looked at 10 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

3/10

Northumbria

scored higher in 3 categories

VS

7/10

Aberdeen

scored higher in 7 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Aberdeen leads in 7 of 10 categories where both have data (ranking, established, satisfaction, graduate salary, courses). Northumbria University, Newcastle is ahead on employment, international, scholarship.

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Aberdeen at a glance

Northumbria University, Newcastle and University of Aberdeen both teach 46 subject areas, the largest being Law, Business Studies and Computer Science. Northumbria University, Newcastle offers 305 courses across 71 subject areas; University of Aberdeen offers 597 courses across 80 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £20,800 at University of Aberdeen: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £950 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £23,000 at University of Aberdeen: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £3,150 a year cheaper.

Of the 25 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Aberdeen is higher in 21 and Northumbria University, Newcastle in 1, with 3 about level. The widest gap is in Economics: £21,000 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, against £31,000 from University of Aberdeen. Of the 27 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Aberdeen is higher in 15 and Northumbria University, Newcastle in 11, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#528
QS World
#288
#401
THE World
#201
#53
Guardian UK
#22
1969
Established
1495
No
Russell Group
No
Silver
TEF Rating
—

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.

Northumbria University, Newcastle

University of Aberdeen

83.5%
89.2%

Satisfaction

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

£31,000
£37,600

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

86.1%
78.3%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

24.5%
18.8%

International

International student share

305
597

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

7
3

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%
VS

Aberdeen

81 countries · 18.8% international

  • 🇨🇳China20.2%
  • 🇮🇳India14.1%
  • 🇺🇸United States8.8%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria7.3%
  • 🇸🇦Saudi Arabia3.1%

Subjects

46 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 of Aberdeen

Also taught at both: Sport & Exercise Sciences, Accounting, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Forensic Science, Linguistics, Human Geography & Environment, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Building & Construction, Marketing, Media & Film Studies, Physical Geography & Climate, Environmental Sciences, Health & Social Care, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Chemistry, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Music, Nutrition & Dietetics, Biochemistry, Biology, Biomedical Sciences, General Engineering, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Computing & IT, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Applied Biology & Human Biology, Creative Writing, Heritage & Conservation, Human Resource Management, Specialist Clinical Nursing.

Only at Northumbria University, Newcastle

Only at University of Aberdeen

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 of Aberdeen
£20,800

Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £950 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Northumbria University, Newcastle
£19,850
University of Aberdeen
£23,000

Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £3,150 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.

Northumbria University, Newcastle

University of Aberdeen

  • Law

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
    73%Satisfaction92%

  • Business Studies

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£28,500
    83%Satisfaction100%

  • Computer Science

    £25,500Salary (3 years)No data
    87%Satisfaction77%

  • English Studies

    £20,500Salary (3 years)£20,500
    94%Satisfaction98%

  • Economics

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£31,000
    70%Satisfaction90%

  • History

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
    98%Satisfaction92%

  • Finance & Actuarial Science

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£31,500
    88%Satisfaction84%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
    92%Satisfaction88%

  • Psychology (General)

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
    84%Satisfaction88%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£23,000
    78%Satisfaction90%

  • Civil Engineering

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£32,000
    83%Satisfaction92%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £29,500Salary (3 years)£32,000
    86%Satisfaction75%

Showing the 12 largest of 27 shared subjects with published outcomes.

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

View all scholarships →

University of Aberdeen

Aberdeen Global Scholarship - Postgraduate

£8,000

Deadline: N/A

Aberdeen Global Scholarship - Postgraduate

£8,000

Deadline: N/A

Aberdeen Global Scholarship - Undergraduate and PGDE

£6,000

Deadline: N/A

View all scholarships →

FAQ

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Aberdeen: common questions

Is Northumbria University, Newcastle or University of Aberdeen cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £20,800 at University of Aberdeen: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £950 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £23,000 at University of Aberdeen: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £3,150 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 of Aberdeen?

Both universities teach 46 subject areas: Law, Business Studies, Computer Science, English Studies, Economics, History, Finance & Actuarial Science, Politics & International Relations, Psychology (General), Education Studies, Sociology & Criminology, Civil Engineering and 34 more.

Is Northumbria University, Newcastle or University of Aberdeen better for Law?

Law graduates earn a median £22,500 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, and £26,500 from University of Aberdeen. Student satisfaction with teaching is 73% at Northumbria University, Newcastle and 92% at University of Aberdeen. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Northumbria University, Newcastle or University of Aberdeen offer more courses?

University of Aberdeen lists 597 courses on CourseOptions and Northumbria University, Newcastle lists 305 courses.

What can you study at Northumbria University, Newcastle but not at University of Aberdeen?

Northumbria University, Newcastle teaches 25 subject areas that University of Aberdeen does not, including Design & Fashion, English Literature, Social Work, Business & Management (General), Architecture, Adult Nursing, Applied Psychology, Counselling & Psychotherapy and 17 more.

What can you study at University of Aberdeen but not at Northumbria University, Newcastle?

University of Aberdeen teaches 34 subject areas that Northumbria University, Newcastle does not, including Management, French, Anthropology, German & Scandinavian Studies, Chemical Engineering, Celtic Studies, Ancient Languages, Film Production & Cinematography and 26 more.

Ready to explore courses?

Browse available courses, check entry requirements, and find scholarships at each university.

N
Northumbria University, Newcastle305 courses · 7 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
U
University of Aberdeen597 courses · 3 scholarshipsBrowse Courses