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Northumbria University, Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne · QS World #528

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University of Nottingham

Nottingham · QS World #97

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.

3/11

Northumbria

scored higher in 3 categories

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8/11

Nottingham

scored higher in 8 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Nottingham leads in 8 of 11 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, established, satisfaction, graduate salary, courses). Northumbria University, Newcastle is ahead on employment, international, scholarship.

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Nottingham at a glance

Northumbria University, Newcastle and University of Nottingham both teach 54 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Electronic & Electrical Engineering and Business Studies. Northumbria University, Newcastle offers 305 courses across 71 subject areas; University of Nottingham offers 580 courses across 98 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £33,000 at University of Nottingham: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £13,150 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £30,800 at University of Nottingham: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £10,950 a year cheaper.

Of the 33 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Nottingham is higher in 31 and Northumbria University, Newcastle in 2. The widest gap is in Economics: £21,000 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, against £38,500 from University of Nottingham. Of the 32 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Northumbria University, Newcastle is higher in 17 and University of Nottingham in 12, with 3 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#528
QS World
#97
#401
THE World
#145
#53
Guardian UK
#21
1969
Established
1881
No
Russell Group
Yes
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 Nottingham

83.5%
86.6%

Satisfaction

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

£31,000
£40,400

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

86.1%
79.7%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

24.5%
21.1%

International

International student share

305
580

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

7
5

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

Nottingham

98 countries · 21.1% international

  • 🇨🇳China42.6%
  • 🇮🇳India9%
  • 🇸🇦Saudi Arabia4.4%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong4%
  • 🇹🇷Turkey2.7%

Subjects

54 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 Nottingham

Also taught at both: Architecture, Building & Construction, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Politics & International Relations, Business & Management (General), Childhood & Youth Studies, Mechanical Engineering, Finance & Actuarial Science, Human Geography & Environment, Biomedical Sciences, Chemistry, English Literature, English Studies, Linguistics, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Public Health & Epidemiology, Social Work, Nutrition & Dietetics, Applied Psychology, Health & Social Care, Marketing, Biochemistry, Environmental Sciences, Mental Health Nursing, Music, Physical Geography & Climate, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Accounting, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Midwifery, Adult Nursing, Biology, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Creative Writing, English Language, Education Studies, General Engineering, Clinical & Health Psychology, Human Resource Management.

Only at Northumbria University, Newcastle

Only at University of Nottingham

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 Nottingham
£33,000

Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £13,150 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Northumbria University, Newcastle
£19,850
University of Nottingham
£30,800

Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £10,950 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 Nottingham

  • Computer Science

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£36,000
    87%Satisfaction79%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £29,500Salary (3 years)£35,500
    86%Satisfaction86%

  • Law

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£34,000
    73%Satisfaction89%

  • Civil Engineering

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£31,500
    83%Satisfaction92%

  • History

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
    98%Satisfaction89%

  • Media & Film Studies

    £21,500Salary (3 years)£25,500
    89%Satisfaction88%

  • Physics

    £22,000Salary (3 years)£31,000
    93%Satisfaction88%

  • Psychology (General)

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
    84%Satisfaction83%

  • Sport & Exercise Sciences

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£26,000
    83%Satisfaction95%

  • Economics

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£38,500
    70%Satisfaction83%

  • Mathematics

    £27,000Salary (3 years)£33,500
    85%Satisfaction81%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£32,500
    78%Satisfaction90%

Showing the 12 largest of 33 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

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Deadline: N/A

Horiba Foundation UK Scholarship

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Deadline: N/A

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University of Nottingham

Taiwan Research Hub PhD Scholarship 2026/27

£11,000

Deadline: N/A

Molson Coors Award

50%

Deadline: N/A

The Witty Entrepreneurial Scholarship

£750

Deadline: N/A

Hillsborough Trust Memorial Bursary

£500

Deadline: N/A

PhD Scholarships

See details

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Nottingham: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £33,000 at University of Nottingham: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £13,150 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £30,800 at University of Nottingham: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £10,950 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 Nottingham?

Both universities teach 54 subject areas: Computer Science, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Business Studies, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Design & Fashion, Law, Civil Engineering, History, Media & Film Studies, Physics, Psychology (General), Sport & Exercise Sciences and 42 more.

Is Northumbria University, Newcastle or University of Nottingham 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 Nottingham. Student satisfaction with teaching is 87% at Northumbria University, Newcastle and 79% at University of Nottingham. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Nottingham lists 580 courses on CourseOptions and Northumbria University, Newcastle lists 305 courses.

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

Northumbria University, Newcastle teaches 17 subject areas that University of Nottingham does not, including Astronomy & Astrophysics, Fine Art, Forensic Science, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Personal & Professional Development, Teacher Training, Children's Nursing, Drama & Theatre and 9 more.

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

University of Nottingham teaches 44 subject areas that Northumbria University, Newcastle does not, including Chemical Engineering, Philosophy, Biotechnology, Clinical Specialities, Social Sciences (General), Archaeology, Management, Aerospace Engineering and 36 more.

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Northumbria University, Newcastle305 courses · 7 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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