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 Chichester

Chichester · Guardian UK #102

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

VS

4/9

Chichester

scored higher in 4 categories

Quick Verdict

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

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Chichester at a glance

Northumbria University, Newcastle and University of Chichester both teach 36 subject areas, the largest being Business Studies, Sport & Exercise Sciences and Music. Northumbria University, Newcastle offers 305 courses across 71 subject areas; University of Chichester offers 209 courses across 44 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £16,800 at University of Chichester: University of Chichester is about £3,050 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £15,840 at University of Chichester: University of Chichester is about £4,010 a year cheaper.

Of the 17 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Northumbria University, Newcastle is higher in 11 and University of Chichester in 5, with 1 about level. The widest gap is in Counselling & Psychotherapy: £25,000 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, against £14,500 from University of Chichester. Of the 24 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Chichester is higher in 15 and Northumbria University, Newcastle in 8, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#528
QS World
—
#401
THE World
—
#53
Guardian UK
#102
1969
Established
1839
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 of Chichester

83.5%
90.8%

Satisfaction

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

£31,000
£27,700

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

86.1%
87.3%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

24.5%
3.3%

International

International student share

305
209

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%
VS

Chichester

17 countries · 3.3% international

  • 🇨🇳China23.8%
  • 🇺🇸United States9.5%
  • 🇮🇳India7.1%
  • 🇮🇪Ireland7.1%
  • 🌐Gibraltar4.8%

Subjects

36 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 Chichester

Also taught at both: Marketing, Teacher Training, Applied Psychology, Creative Writing, Media & Film Studies, Mechanical Engineering, Politics & International Relations, Accounting, Adult Nursing, Education Studies, English Studies, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Mental Health Nursing, Biomedical Sciences, General Engineering, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Human Resource Management, Computing & IT, Public Health & Epidemiology.

Only at Northumbria University, Newcastle

Only at University of Chichester

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 Chichester
£16,800

University of Chichester is about £3,050 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Northumbria University, Newcastle
£19,850
University of Chichester
£15,840

University of Chichester is about £4,010 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 Chichester

  • Business Studies

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
    83%Satisfaction90%

  • Sport & Exercise Sciences

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
    83%Satisfaction93%

  • Computer Science

    £25,500Salary (3 years)No data
    87%Satisfaction58%

  • Design & Fashion

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£18,500
    91%Satisfaction85%

  • Law

    £22,500Salary (3 years)No data
    73%Satisfaction91%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£21,500
    78%Satisfaction93%

  • Psychology (General)

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

  • Social Work

    £20,000Salary (3 years)£21,500
    89%Satisfaction92%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £29,500Salary (3 years)No data
    86%Satisfaction83%

  • English Literature

    £20,500Salary (3 years)£20,000
    94%Satisfaction98%

  • History

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    98%Satisfaction91%

  • Business & Management (General)

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
    77%Satisfaction93%

Showing the 12 largest of 24 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 Chichester

View all scholarships →

FAQ

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Chichester: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £16,800 at University of Chichester: University of Chichester is about £3,050 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £15,840 at University of Chichester: University of Chichester is about £4,010 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 Chichester?

Both universities teach 36 subject areas: Business Studies, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Music, Computer Science, Design & Fashion, Law, Sociology & Criminology, Childhood & Youth Studies, Psychology (General), Social Work, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, English Literature and 24 more.

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

Business Studies graduates earn a median £26,000 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, and £24,000 from University of Chichester. Student satisfaction with teaching is 83% at Northumbria University, Newcastle and 90% at University of Chichester. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

Northumbria University, Newcastle lists 305 courses on CourseOptions and University of Chichester lists 209 courses.

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

Northumbria University, Newcastle teaches 35 subject areas that University of Chichester does not, including Building & Construction, Mathematics, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Physical Geography & Climate, Economics, Finance & Actuarial Science, Astronomy & Astrophysics and 27 more.

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

University of Chichester teaches 8 subject areas that Northumbria University, Newcastle does not, including Dance, Film Production & Cinematography, Games Design & Computer Animation, Journalism, Social Policy & Public Policy, Business Information Systems, Developmental & Educational Psychology and Technology & Logistics.

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 Chichester209 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses