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Northumbria University, Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne · QS World #528

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University of Chester

Chester · Guardian UK #91

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.

5/9

Northumbria

scored higher in 5 categories

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4/9

Chester

scored higher in 4 categories

Quick Verdict

Northumbria University, Newcastle leads in 5 of 9 categories where both have data (ranking, employment, graduate salary, scholarship). University of Chester is ahead on established, satisfaction, international, courses.

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Chester at a glance

Northumbria University, Newcastle and University of Chester both teach 46 subject areas, the largest being Business Studies, Computer Science and Design & Fashion. Northumbria University, Newcastle offers 305 courses across 71 subject areas; University of Chester offers 329 courses across 73 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £14,950 at University of Chester: University of Chester is about £4,900 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £15,500 at University of Chester: University of Chester is about £4,350 a year cheaper.

Of the 31 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Northumbria University, Newcastle is higher in 25 and University of Chester in 6. The widest gap is in Hospitality, Events & Tourism: £26,000 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, against £19,500 from University of Chester. Of the 32 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Northumbria University, Newcastle is higher in 18 and University of Chester in 13, 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
#1501
#53
Guardian UK
#91
1969
Established
1839
No
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.

Northumbria University, Newcastle

University of Chester

83.5%
83.9%

Satisfaction

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

£31,000
£27,400

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

86.1%
84.7%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

24.5%
28.7%

International

International student share

305
329

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

Chester

52 countries · 28.7% international

  • 🇮🇳India32.1%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan26.7%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria11.7%
  • 🌐Sri Lanka7.1%
  • 🇧🇩Bangladesh2.8%

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 Chester

Also taught at both: Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Media & Film Studies, Nutrition & Dietetics, Accounting, Finance & Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Adult Nursing, Building & Construction, Mental Health Nursing, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Applied Psychology, Biomedical Sciences, Learning Disabilities Nursing, Teacher Training, Chemistry, Children's Nursing, English Studies, Fine Art, Forensic Science, Music, Biology, Creative Writing, Drama & Theatre, Education Studies, English Language, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Midwifery, Public Health & Epidemiology, Computing & IT, General Engineering, Health & Social Care.

Only at Northumbria University, Newcastle

Only at University of Chester

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 Chester
£14,950

University of Chester is about £4,900 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Northumbria University, Newcastle
£19,850
University of Chester
£15,500

University of Chester is about £4,350 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 Chester

  • Business Studies

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£21,500
    83%Satisfaction88%

  • Computer Science

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£23,000
    87%Satisfaction83%

  • Design & Fashion

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£19,000
    91%Satisfaction82%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£20,500
    78%Satisfaction86%

  • Hospitality, Events & Tourism

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£19,500
    66%Satisfaction83%

  • Law

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£20,000
    73%Satisfaction89%

  • Business & Management (General)

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£21,500
    77%Satisfaction79%

  • Psychology (General)

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£20,500
    84%Satisfaction82%

  • Sport & Exercise Sciences

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
    83%Satisfaction90%

  • History

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£19,500
    98%Satisfaction94%

  • Marketing

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    79%Satisfaction89%

  • Social Work

    £20,000Salary (3 years)£25,000
    89%Satisfaction73%

Showing the 12 largest of 33 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

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Deadline: N/A

Horiba Foundation UK Scholarship

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Deadline: N/A

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University of Chester

NHS Learning Support Fund

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

Visit Us Travel Bursary

£100

Deadline: N/A

Futures Employability Fund

See details

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Chester: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £14,950 at University of Chester: University of Chester is about £4,900 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £15,500 at University of Chester: University of Chester is about £4,350 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 of Chester?

Both universities teach 46 subject areas: Business Studies, Computer Science, Design & Fashion, Childhood & Youth Studies, Sociology & Criminology, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Law, Business & Management (General), Psychology (General), Sport & Exercise Sciences, History, Marketing and 34 more.

Is Northumbria University, Newcastle or University of Chester better for Business Studies?

Business Studies graduates earn a median £26,000 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, and £21,500 from University of Chester. Student satisfaction with teaching is 83% at Northumbria University, Newcastle and 88% at University of Chester. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Chester lists 329 courses on CourseOptions and Northumbria University, Newcastle lists 305 courses.

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

Northumbria University, Newcastle teaches 25 subject areas that University of Chester does not, including Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Physical Geography & Climate, Economics, Mechanical Engineering, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Environmental Sciences and 17 more.

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

University of Chester teaches 27 subject areas that Northumbria University, Newcastle does not, including Archaeology, Software Engineering, Geography (General), Journalism, Animal Science, Agriculture & Land Management, Games Design & Computer Animation, Theology & Religious Studies and 19 more.

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Northumbria University, Newcastle305 courses · 7 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Chester329 courses · 3 scholarshipsBrowse Courses