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Northumbria University, Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne · QS World #528

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University of Leicester

Leicester · QS World #314

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.

2/11

Northumbria

scored higher in 2 categories

VS

9/11

Leicester

scored higher in 9 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Leicester leads in 9 of 11 categories where both have data (ranking, TEF, established, satisfaction, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). Northumbria University, Newcastle is ahead on employment, international.

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Leicester at a glance

Northumbria University, Newcastle and University of Leicester both teach 42 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Law and Business Studies. Northumbria University, Newcastle offers 305 courses across 71 subject areas; University of Leicester offers 351 courses across 72 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £25,100 at University of Leicester: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £5,250 a year cheaper.

Of the 27 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Leicester is higher in 25 and Northumbria University, Newcastle in 2. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £25,500 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, against £36,000 from University of Leicester. Of the 26 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Leicester is higher in 14 and Northumbria University, Newcastle in 10, with 2 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#528
QS World
#314
#401
THE World
#192
#53
Guardian UK
#30
1969
Established
1921
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 Leicester

83.5%
86.2%

Satisfaction

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

£31,000
£35,400

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

86.1%
79%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

24.5%
19.3%

International

International student share

305
351

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

7
28

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

Leicester

81 countries · 19.3% international

  • 🇮🇳India36.3%
  • 🇨🇦Canada14.8%
  • 🇨🇳China9.4%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria5.9%
  • 🇦🇪United Arab Emirates1.9%

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 Leicester

Also taught at both: Finance & Actuarial Science, General Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Economics, Marketing, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, English Studies, Physical Geography & Climate, Accounting, Applied Psychology, Civil Engineering, Adult Nursing, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Human Geography & Environment, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Environmental Sciences, Forensic Science, Health & Social Care, Midwifery, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Children's Nursing, Human Resource Management, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Creative Writing, Linguistics.

Only at Northumbria University, Newcastle

Only at University of Leicester

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 Leicester
£25,100

Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £5,250 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Northumbria University, Newcastle
£19,850
University of Leicester
No data

We do not have reliable international fee data for University of Leicester yet.

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 Leicester

  • Computer Science

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£36,000
    87%Satisfaction83%

  • Law

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£25,000
    73%Satisfaction85%

  • Business & Management (General)

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
    77%Satisfaction82%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
    78%Satisfaction82%

  • History

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
    98%Satisfaction94%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £29,500Salary (3 years)£30,000
    86%Satisfaction83%

  • Mathematics

    £27,000Salary (3 years)£33,000
    85%Satisfaction79%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
    92%Satisfaction92%

  • Media & Film Studies

    £21,500Salary (3 years)£25,000
    89%Satisfaction93%

  • Physics

    £22,000Salary (3 years)£28,000
    93%Satisfaction90%

  • Chemistry

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£25,500
    97%Satisfaction96%

  • English Literature

    £20,500Salary (3 years)£22,000
    94%Satisfaction84%

Showing the 12 largest of 27 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 Leicester

International Undergraduate Tuition Fee Waiver

100%

Deadline: N/A

ULSB International Deans Scholarship

£8,000

Deadline: N/A

Leicester-King Power Thai Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

International Postgraduate Taught Merit Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

International Undergraduate Merit Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Leicester: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £25,100 at University of Leicester: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £5,250 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 Leicester?

Both universities teach 42 subject areas: Computer Science, Law, Business Studies, Business & Management (General), Sociology & Criminology, History, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Politics & International Relations, Media & Film Studies, Physics, Chemistry and 30 more.

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

Computer Science graduates earn a median £25,500 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, and £36,000 from University of Leicester. Student satisfaction with teaching is 87% at Northumbria University, Newcastle and 83% at University of Leicester. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Leicester lists 351 courses on CourseOptions and Northumbria University, Newcastle lists 305 courses.

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

Northumbria University, Newcastle teaches 29 subject areas that University of Leicester does not, including Design & Fashion, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Social Work, Building & Construction, Architecture, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Fine Art, Hospitality, Events & Tourism and 21 more.

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

University of Leicester teaches 30 subject areas that Northumbria University, Newcastle does not, including Biological Sciences (General), Ancient Languages, Aerospace Engineering, Geology & Earth Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Journalism, Archaeology, Information & Library Studies and 22 more.

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Northumbria University, Newcastle305 courses · 7 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Leicester351 courses · 28 scholarshipsBrowse Courses