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Northumbria University, Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne · QS World #528

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University of Bristol

Bristol · QS World #57

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.

1/11

Northumbria

scored higher in 1 category

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10/11

Bristol

scored higher in 10 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Bristol leads in 10 of 11 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, established, satisfaction, international, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). Northumbria University, Newcastle is ahead on employment.

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Bristol at a glance

Northumbria University, Newcastle and University of Bristol both teach 45 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Mathematics and Business Studies. Northumbria University, Newcastle offers 305 courses across 71 subject areas; University of Bristol offers 479 courses across 83 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £31,300 at University of Bristol: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £11,450 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £28,460 at University of Bristol: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £8,610 a year cheaper.

Of the 25 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Bristol is higher in 25 and Northumbria University, Newcastle in 0. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £25,500 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, against £48,000 from University of Bristol. Of the 25 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Bristol is higher in 13 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
#57
#401
THE World
#80
#53
Guardian UK
#13
1969
Established
1876
No
Russell Group
Yes
Silver
TEF Rating
Silver

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 Bristol

83.5%
88%

Satisfaction

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

£31,000
£43,100

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

86.1%
77.4%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

24.5%
33.6%

International

International student share

305
479

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

7
54

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

Bristol

104 countries · 33.6% international

  • 🇨🇳China53.5%
  • 🇮🇳India7.2%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong3.8%
  • 🇲🇾Malaysia3.6%
  • 🇸🇬Singapore2.8%

Subjects

45 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 Bristol

Also taught at both: Physical Geography & Climate, Accounting, English Studies, Biochemistry, Civil Engineering, Finance & Actuarial Science, Education Studies, Marketing, Drama & Theatre, Media & Film Studies, Music, General Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Biomedical Sciences, Biology, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Human Geography & Environment, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Healthcare Science, Childhood & Youth Studies, Cognitive & Experimental Psychology, Computing & IT, Creative Writing, Health & Social Care, Human Resource Management, Linguistics, Public Health & Epidemiology, Specialist Clinical Nursing.

Only at Northumbria University, Newcastle

Only at University of Bristol

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 Bristol
£31,300

Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £11,450 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Northumbria University, Newcastle
£19,850
University of Bristol
£28,460

Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £8,610 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 Bristol

  • Computer Science

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£48,000
    87%Satisfaction93%

  • Mathematics

    £27,000Salary (3 years)£34,500
    85%Satisfaction87%

  • Business Studies

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£40,500
    83%Satisfaction84%

  • Law

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£35,000
    73%Satisfaction87%

  • Economics

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£42,000
    70%Satisfaction81%

  • Design & Fashion

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£23,000
    91%Satisfaction89%

  • Physics

    £22,000Salary (3 years)£34,500
    93%Satisfaction89%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £29,500Salary (3 years)£36,000
    86%Satisfaction83%

  • History

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£28,500
    98%Satisfaction90%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£31,000
    92%Satisfaction89%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£27,000
    78%Satisfaction88%

  • Psychology (General)

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    84%Satisfaction89%

Showing the 12 largest of 25 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

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University of Bristol

Black Heritage PhD Scholarships

100%

Deadline: N/A

Black heritage PhD scholarships

100%

Deadline: N/A

Bristol Postgraduate Research Scholarships

100%

Deadline: N/A

Bristol Postgraduate Research Scholarships for applicants of Black heritage

100%

Deadline: N/A

British Council scholarships for Women

100%

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Bristol: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £31,300 at University of Bristol: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £11,450 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £28,460 at University of Bristol: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £8,610 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 Bristol?

Both universities teach 45 subject areas: Computer Science, Mathematics, Business Studies, Law, Economics, Design & Fashion, Physics, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, History, Politics & International Relations, Sociology & Criminology, Psychology (General) and 33 more.

Is Northumbria University, Newcastle or University of Bristol better for Computer Science?

Computer Science graduates earn a median £25,500 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, and £48,000 from University of Bristol. Student satisfaction with teaching is 87% at Northumbria University, Newcastle and 93% at University of Bristol. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Bristol lists 479 courses on CourseOptions and Northumbria University, Newcastle lists 305 courses.

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

Northumbria University, Newcastle teaches 26 subject areas that University of Bristol does not, including Sport & Exercise Sciences, English Literature, Building & Construction, Architecture, Adult Nursing, Applied Psychology, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Counselling & Psychotherapy and 18 more.

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

University of Bristol teaches 38 subject areas that Northumbria University, Newcastle does not, including Management, Anatomy & Pathology, Social Policy & Public Policy, Dentistry, Geology & Earth Sciences, Ancient Languages, Philosophy, Film Production & Cinematography and 30 more.

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Northumbria University, Newcastle305 courses · 7 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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