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Northumbria University, Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne · QS World #528

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University of Derby

Derby · QS World #1201

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.

7/11

Northumbria

scored higher in 7 categories

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4/11

Derby

scored higher in 4 categories

Quick Verdict

Northumbria University, Newcastle leads in 7 of 11 categories where both have data (ranking, employment, international, graduate salary, scholarship). University of Derby is ahead on TEF, established, satisfaction, courses.

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Derby at a glance

Northumbria University, Newcastle and University of Derby both teach 58 subject areas, the largest being Design & Fashion, Business Studies and Business & Management (General). Northumbria University, Newcastle offers 305 courses across 71 subject areas; University of Derby offers 375 courses across 74 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £16,900 at University of Derby: University of Derby is about £2,950 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £17,500 at University of Derby: University of Derby is about £2,350 a year cheaper.

Of the 38 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Northumbria University, Newcastle is higher in 25 and University of Derby in 8, with 5 about level. The widest gap is in Social Work: £20,000 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, against £27,500 from University of Derby. Of the 38 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Derby is higher in 25 and Northumbria University, Newcastle in 11, with 2 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#528
QS World
#1201
#401
THE World
#601
#53
Guardian UK
#80
1969
Established
1851
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 Derby

83.5%
88.5%

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%
85.4%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

24.5%
14.3%

International

International student share

305
375

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

7
6

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

Derby

64 countries · 14.3% international

  • 🇳🇬Nigeria34.5%
  • 🇮🇳India15.3%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan8.1%
  • 🇬🇭Ghana6.5%
  • 🇰🇪Kenya5.5%

Subjects

58 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 Derby

Also taught at both: English Studies, Accounting, Building & Construction, Social Work, Architecture, Finance & Actuarial Science, Adult Nursing, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Education Studies, Mental Health Nursing, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Forensic Science, Health & Social Care, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Personal & Professional Development, Politics & International Relations, Teacher Training, Creative Writing, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, Children's Nursing, Environmental Sciences, Fine Art, Music, Physics, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Biology, Childhood & Youth Studies, Drama & Theatre, Human Geography & Environment, Human Resource Management, Midwifery, Applied Biology & Human Biology, Computing & IT, English Language, General Engineering, Publishing, Clinical & Health Psychology, Heritage & Conservation, Nursing (General), Public Health & Epidemiology.

Only at Northumbria University, Newcastle

Only at University of Derby

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 Derby
£16,900

University of Derby is about £2,950 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Northumbria University, Newcastle
£19,850
University of Derby
£17,500

University of Derby is about £2,350 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 Derby

  • Design & Fashion

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£19,000
    91%Satisfaction85%

  • Business Studies

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    83%Satisfaction79%

  • Business & Management (General)

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    77%Satisfaction93%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£20,500
    78%Satisfaction85%

  • Sport & Exercise Sciences

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

  • Computer Science

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£29,000
    87%Satisfaction73%

  • Law

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£20,500
    73%Satisfaction87%

  • Marketing

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
    79%Satisfaction88%

  • Psychology (General)

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£20,000
    84%Satisfaction90%

  • History

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£19,500
    98%Satisfaction100%

  • Hospitality, Events & Tourism

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£19,000
    66%Satisfaction85%

  • Media & Film Studies

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

Showing the 12 largest of 39 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

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GEMS Scholarship

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Horiba Foundation UK Scholarship

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University of Derby

Biomedical Science Excellence Scholarship

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Deadline: N/A

Golding Awards

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Sarah Essam Football Scholarship

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Sitwell Scholarship

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Talented Athlete Scholarship Scheme

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FAQ

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Derby: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £16,900 at University of Derby: University of Derby is about £2,950 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £17,500 at University of Derby: University of Derby is about £2,350 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 Derby?

Both universities teach 58 subject areas: Design & Fashion, Business Studies, Business & Management (General), Sociology & Criminology, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Computer Science, Law, Marketing, Psychology (General), History, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Media & Film Studies and 46 more.

Is Northumbria University, Newcastle or University of Derby better for Design & Fashion?

Design & Fashion graduates earn a median £22,500 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, and £19,000 from University of Derby. Student satisfaction with teaching is 91% at Northumbria University, Newcastle and 85% at University of Derby. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Derby lists 375 courses on CourseOptions and Northumbria University, Newcastle lists 305 courses.

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

Northumbria University, Newcastle teaches 13 subject areas that University of Derby does not, including English Literature, Physical Geography & Climate, Applied Psychology, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Chemistry, Nutrition & Dietetics, Biochemistry, Learning Disabilities Nursing and 5 more.

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

University of Derby teaches 16 subject areas that Northumbria University, Newcastle does not, including Games Design & Computer Animation, Journalism, Applied Computing, Business Information Systems, Film Production & Cinematography, Technology & Logistics, Software Engineering, Clinical Specialities and 8 more.

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Northumbria University, Newcastle305 courses · 7 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Derby375 courses · 6 scholarshipsBrowse Courses