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Northumbria University, Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne · QS World #528

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University of Liverpool

Liverpool · QS World #139

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 12 datapoints

We looked at 12 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

3/12

Northumbria

scored higher in 3 categories

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9/12

Liverpool

scored higher in 9 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Liverpool leads in 9 of 12 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, TEF, established, satisfaction, graduate salary, courses). Northumbria University, Newcastle is ahead on employment, international, scholarship.

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Liverpool at a glance

Northumbria University, Newcastle and University of Liverpool both teach 51 subject areas, the largest being Business Studies, Music and Sociology & Criminology. Northumbria University, Newcastle offers 305 courses across 71 subject areas; University of Liverpool offers 793 courses across 94 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £32,000 at University of Liverpool: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £12,150 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £30,000 at University of Liverpool: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £10,150 a year cheaper.

Of the 34 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Liverpool is higher in 33 and Northumbria University, Newcastle in 1. The widest gap is in Economics: £21,000 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, against £29,000 from University of Liverpool. Of the 34 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Northumbria University, Newcastle is higher in 19 and University of Liverpool in 13, with 2 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#528
QS World
#139
#401
THE World
#143
#53
Guardian UK
#28
1969
Established
1881
No
Russell Group
Yes
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 Liverpool

83.5%
87.7%

Satisfaction

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

£31,000
£34,300

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

86.1%
79.9%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

24.5%
24.1%

International

International student share

305
793

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

7
2

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

Liverpool

93 countries · 24.1% international

  • 🇨🇳China40.6%
  • 🇮🇳India17.1%
  • 🌐Kuwait4.3%
  • 🇸🇦Saudi Arabia4%
  • 🇲🇾Malaysia3.1%

Subjects

51 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 Liverpool

Also taught at both: English Literature, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Marketing, Finance & Actuarial Science, Mechanical Engineering, Psychology (General), Architecture, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Biology, Physical Geography & Climate, Accounting, English Language, General Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Human Geography & Environment, Biochemistry, Computing & IT, Environmental Sciences, Health & Social Care, Nursing (General), Personal & Professional Development, Public Health & Epidemiology, Applied Biology & Human Biology, Childhood & Youth Studies, Clinical & Health Psychology, Drama & Theatre, Human Resource Management, Heritage & Conservation.

Only at Northumbria University, Newcastle

Only at University of Liverpool

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 Liverpool
£32,000

Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £12,150 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Northumbria University, Newcastle
£19,850
University of Liverpool
£30,000

Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £10,150 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 Liverpool

  • Business Studies

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

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
    78%Satisfaction86%

  • Law

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£23,000
    73%Satisfaction86%

  • Computer Science

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£32,500
    87%Satisfaction77%

  • History

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
    98%Satisfaction93%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
    92%Satisfaction87%

  • Media & Film Studies

    £21,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
    89%Satisfaction87%

  • Mathematics

    £27,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    85%Satisfaction82%

  • English Studies

    £20,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
    94%Satisfaction90%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £29,500Salary (3 years)£32,000
    86%Satisfaction84%

  • Physics

    £22,000Salary (3 years)£28,000
    93%Satisfaction95%

  • Economics

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£29,000
    70%Satisfaction86%

Showing the 12 largest of 34 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 Liverpool

Liverpool Advancement Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

Postgraduate Opportunity Bursary

£3,000

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Liverpool: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £32,000 at University of Liverpool: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £12,150 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £30,000 at University of Liverpool: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £10,150 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 Liverpool?

Both universities teach 51 subject areas: Business Studies, Music, Sociology & Criminology, Law, Computer Science, History, Politics & International Relations, Media & Film Studies, Mathematics, English Studies, Design & Fashion, Electronic & Electrical Engineering and 39 more.

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

Business Studies graduates earn a median £26,000 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, and £26,500 from University of Liverpool. Student satisfaction with teaching is 83% at Northumbria University, Newcastle and 83% at University of Liverpool. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Liverpool lists 793 courses on CourseOptions and Northumbria University, Newcastle lists 305 courses.

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

Northumbria University, Newcastle teaches 20 subject areas that University of Liverpool does not, including Sport & Exercise Sciences, Social Work, Building & Construction, Adult Nursing, Applied Psychology, Fine Art, Forensic Science, Mental Health Nursing and 12 more.

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

University of Liverpool teaches 43 subject areas that Northumbria University, Newcastle does not, including Archaeology, Asian Languages & Studies, Classical Studies, French, Italian, German & Scandinavian Studies, Philosophy, Spanish & Portuguese and 35 more.

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Northumbria University, Newcastle305 courses · 7 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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