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Northumbria University, Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne · QS World #528

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University of Lincoln

Lincoln · QS World #851

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.

5/11

Northumbria

scored higher in 5 categories

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6/11

Lincoln

scored higher in 6 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Lincoln leads in 6 of 11 categories where both have data (ranking, TEF, established, satisfaction, courses, scholarship). Northumbria University, Newcastle is ahead on ranking, employment, international, graduate salary.

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Lincoln at a glance

Northumbria University, Newcastle and University of Lincoln both teach 52 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Design & Fashion and Business Studies. Northumbria University, Newcastle offers 305 courses across 71 subject areas; University of Lincoln offers 343 courses across 81 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £18,300 at University of Lincoln: University of Lincoln is about £1,550 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £18,800 at University of Lincoln: University of Lincoln is about £1,050 a year cheaper.

Of the 32 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Northumbria University, Newcastle is higher in 18 and University of Lincoln in 14. The widest gap is in Social Work: £20,000 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, against £29,500 from University of Lincoln. Of the 35 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Northumbria University, Newcastle is higher in 19 and University of Lincoln in 14, with 2 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#528
QS World
#851
#401
THE World
#601
#53
Guardian UK
#38
1969
Established
1861
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 Lincoln

83.5%
84.2%

Satisfaction

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

£31,000
£29,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

86.1%
83.3%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

24.5%
20.5%

International

International student share

305
343

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

7
21

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

Lincoln

47 countries · 20.5% international

  • 🇮🇳India34.9%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan24.4%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria22.2%
  • 🇻🇳Vietnam2.4%
  • 🇨🇳China2.2%

Subjects

52 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 Lincoln

Also taught at both: Politics & International Relations, Marketing, Mechanical Engineering, Social Work, Architecture, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Biomedical Sciences, Building & Construction, Accounting, Biochemistry, Biology, Economics, Forensic Science, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Human Geography & Environment, Physical Geography & Climate, Childhood & Youth Studies, Finance & Actuarial Science, General Engineering, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Creative Writing, Drama & Theatre, English Studies, Fine Art, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Music, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Applied Psychology, Education Studies, Heritage & Conservation, Human Resource Management, Mental Health Nursing, Midwifery, Computing & IT, Nursing (General), Microbiology & Cell Biology.

Only at Northumbria University, Newcastle

Only at University of Lincoln

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 Lincoln
£18,300

University of Lincoln is about £1,550 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Northumbria University, Newcastle
£19,850
University of Lincoln
£18,800

University of Lincoln is about £1,050 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 Lincoln

  • Computer Science

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

  • Design & Fashion

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£20,000
    91%Satisfaction87%

  • Business Studies

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£24,500
    83%Satisfaction83%

  • Mathematics

    £27,000Salary (3 years)No data
    85%Satisfaction88%

  • Law

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
    73%Satisfaction89%

  • Sport & Exercise Sciences

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£23,000
    83%Satisfaction95%

  • Chemistry

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
    97%Satisfaction77%

  • Physics

    £22,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    93%Satisfaction89%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    78%Satisfaction73%

  • History

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    98%Satisfaction83%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £29,500Salary (3 years)£30,500
    86%Satisfaction85%

  • English Literature

    £20,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
    94%Satisfaction91%

Showing the 12 largest of 35 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 Lincoln

Chevening Scholarships

100%

Deadline: N/A

Canada Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

European Union Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

South Asia Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

South East Asia Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Lincoln: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £18,300 at University of Lincoln: University of Lincoln is about £1,550 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £18,800 at University of Lincoln: University of Lincoln is about £1,050 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 Lincoln?

Both universities teach 52 subject areas: Computer Science, Design & Fashion, Business Studies, Mathematics, Law, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Chemistry, Physics, Sociology & Criminology, History, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, English Literature and 40 more.

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

Computer Science graduates earn a median £25,500 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, and £29,500 from University of Lincoln. Student satisfaction with teaching is 87% at Northumbria University, Newcastle and 73% at University of Lincoln. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Lincoln lists 343 courses on CourseOptions and Northumbria University, Newcastle lists 305 courses.

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

Northumbria University, Newcastle teaches 19 subject areas that University of Lincoln does not, including Civil Engineering, Adult Nursing, Environmental Sciences, Nutrition & Dietetics, Personal & Professional Development, Teacher Training, Children's Nursing, English Language and 11 more.

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

University of Lincoln teaches 29 subject areas that Northumbria University, Newcastle does not, including Animal Science, Journalism, Zoology & Animal Biology, Film Production & Cinematography, Pharmacology, Philosophy, Classical Studies, Cultural Studies and 21 more.

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