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Northumbria University, Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne · QS World #528

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University of Kent

Canterbury · QS World #415

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.

3/9

Northumbria

scored higher in 3 categories

VS

6/9

Kent

scored higher in 6 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Kent leads in 6 of 9 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 Kent at a glance

Northumbria University, Newcastle and University of Kent both teach 42 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Business Studies and Law. Northumbria University, Newcastle offers 305 courses across 71 subject areas; University of Kent offers 335 courses across 63 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £23,500 at University of Kent: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £3,650 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £20,700 at University of Kent: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £850 a year cheaper.

Of the 27 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Kent is higher in 26 and Northumbria University, Newcastle in 0, with 1 about level. The widest gap is in Finance & Actuarial Science: £26,000 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, against £41,500 from University of Kent. Of the 29 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Northumbria University, Newcastle is higher in 16 and University of Kent in 10, with 3 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#528
QS World
#415
#401
THE World
#401
#53
Guardian UK
#47
1969
Established
1965
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 Kent

83.5%
84%

Satisfaction

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

£31,000
£33,600

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

86.1%
80%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

24.5%
16%

International

International student share

305
335

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

Kent

85 countries · 16% international

  • 🇮🇳India9.9%
  • 🇨🇳China6.8%
  • 🇹🇭Thailand6.6%
  • 🇫🇷France5.7%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria5.3%

Subjects

42 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 Kent

Also taught at both: Applied Psychology, Architecture, Biology, Marketing, Accounting, Business & Management (General), Social Work, Chemistry, Forensic Science, Media & Film Studies, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Biochemistry, Cognitive & Experimental Psychology, Mechanical Engineering, Creative Writing, Drama & Theatre, English Studies, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Personal & Professional Development, Environmental Sciences, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Clinical & Health Psychology, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, General Engineering, Health & Social Care, Human Resource Management, Linguistics.

Only at Northumbria University, Newcastle

Only at University of Kent

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 Kent
£23,500

Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £3,650 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Northumbria University, Newcastle
£19,850
University of Kent
£20,700

Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £850 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 Kent

  • Computer Science

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£37,000
    87%Satisfaction79%

  • Business Studies

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£28,500
    83%Satisfaction82%

  • Law

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£26,000
    73%Satisfaction86%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£25,500
    92%Satisfaction87%

  • Design & Fashion

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

  • Sport & Exercise Sciences

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£24,500
    83%Satisfaction88%

  • Finance & Actuarial Science

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£41,500
    88%Satisfaction81%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
    78%Satisfaction83%

  • Economics

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£32,500
    70%Satisfaction85%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £29,500Salary (3 years)£35,000
    86%Satisfaction88%

  • Mathematics

    £27,000Salary (3 years)£32,000
    85%Satisfaction87%

  • Psychology (General)

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
    84%Satisfaction77%

Showing the 12 largest of 29 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

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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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FAQ

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Kent: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £23,500 at University of Kent: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £3,650 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £20,700 at University of Kent: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £850 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 Kent?

Both universities teach 42 subject areas: Computer Science, Business Studies, Law, Politics & International Relations, Design & Fashion, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Finance & Actuarial Science, Sociology & Criminology, Economics, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Psychology (General) and 30 more.

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

Computer Science graduates earn a median £25,500 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, and £37,000 from University of Kent. Student satisfaction with teaching is 87% at Northumbria University, Newcastle and 79% at University of Kent. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Kent lists 335 courses on CourseOptions and Northumbria University, Newcastle lists 305 courses.

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

Northumbria University, Newcastle teaches 29 subject areas that University of Kent does not, including Building & Construction, Civil Engineering, Physical Geography & Climate, Adult Nursing, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Fine Art, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Manufacturing & Production Engineering and 21 more.

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

University of Kent teaches 21 subject areas that Northumbria University, Newcastle does not, including Ecology & Conservation, Management, Film Production & Cinematography, Pharmacy, Social Sciences (General), Software Engineering, Ancient Languages, Biomedical Engineering and 13 more.

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Northumbria University, Newcastle305 courses · 7 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Kent335 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses