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Northumbria University, Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne · QS World #528

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University of Oxford

Oxford · QS World #4

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.

2/12

Northumbria

scored higher in 2 categories

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10/12

Oxford

scored higher in 10 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Oxford leads in 10 of 12 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, TEF, established, satisfaction, international, graduate salary, courses). Northumbria University, Newcastle is ahead on employment, scholarship.

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Oxford at a glance

Northumbria University, Newcastle and University of Oxford both teach 41 subject areas, the largest being History, Childhood & Youth Studies and Computer Science. Northumbria University, Newcastle offers 305 courses across 71 subject areas; University of Oxford offers 642 courses across 79 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £43,600 at University of Oxford: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £23,750 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £38,430 at University of Oxford: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £18,580 a year cheaper.

Of the 13 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Oxford is higher in 13 and Northumbria University, Newcastle in 0. The widest gap is in Law: £22,500 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, against £52,500 from University of Oxford. Of the 12 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Oxford is higher in 8 and Northumbria University, Newcastle in 3, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#528
QS World
#4
#401
THE World
#1
#53
Guardian UK
#1
1969
Established
1096
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 Oxford

83.5%
92.5%

Satisfaction

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

£31,000
£50,000

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

86.1%
76.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

24.5%
37.2%

International

International student share

305
642

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

7
1

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

Oxford

118 countries · 37.2% international

  • 🇨🇳China18.2%
  • 🇺🇸United States16.8%
  • 🇩🇪Germany5.6%
  • 🇮🇳India5.2%
  • 🇨🇦Canada4.6%

Subjects

41 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 Oxford

Also taught at both: Economics, English Literature, Mathematics, Psychology (General), Business & Management (General), Building & Construction, Finance & Actuarial Science, Music, Biochemistry, Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Media & Film Studies, Physical Geography & Climate, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Fine Art, Health & Social Care, Human Geography & Environment, Public Health & Epidemiology, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, English Language, Computing & IT, Education Studies, Clinical & Health Psychology, Microbiology & Cell Biology.

Only at Northumbria University, Newcastle

Only at University of Oxford

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 Oxford
£43,600

Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £23,750 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Northumbria University, Newcastle
£19,850
University of Oxford
£38,430

Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £18,580 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 Oxford

  • History

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£33,000
    98%Satisfaction96%

  • Computer Science

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£51,500
    87%Satisfaction92%

  • English Studies

    £20,500Salary (3 years)£29,000
    94%Satisfaction97%

  • Law

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£52,500
    73%SatisfactionNo data

  • Politics & International Relations

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£38,500
    92%Satisfaction89%

  • Physics

    £22,000Salary (3 years)£43,000
    93%Satisfaction94%

  • Economics

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£46,000
    70%Satisfaction93%

  • Mathematics

    £27,000Salary (3 years)£43,000
    85%Satisfaction91%

  • Psychology (General)

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£32,000
    84%Satisfaction94%

  • Biochemistry

    £23,500Salary (3 years)£39,500
    78%Satisfaction85%

  • Biology

    £23,500Salary (3 years)£29,500
    78%Satisfaction94%

  • Chemistry

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£43,000
    97%Satisfaction85%

Showing the 12 largest of 13 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

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Deadline: N/A

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University of Oxford

The Rhodes Scholarship

100%

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Oxford: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £43,600 at University of Oxford: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £23,750 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £38,430 at University of Oxford: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £18,580 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 Oxford?

Both universities teach 41 subject areas: History, Childhood & Youth Studies, Computer Science, Business Studies, English Studies, Law, Design & Fashion, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Linguistics, Politics & International Relations, General Engineering, Physics and 29 more.

Is Northumbria University, Newcastle or University of Oxford better for History?

History graduates earn a median £23,000 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, and £33,000 from University of Oxford. Student satisfaction with teaching is 98% at Northumbria University, Newcastle and 96% at University of Oxford. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Oxford lists 642 courses on CourseOptions and Northumbria University, Newcastle lists 305 courses.

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

Northumbria University, Newcastle teaches 30 subject areas that University of Oxford does not, including Sport & Exercise Sciences, Marketing, Architecture, Accounting, Mechanical Engineering, Adult Nursing, Applied Psychology, Counselling & Psychotherapy and 22 more.

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

University of Oxford teaches 38 subject areas that Northumbria University, Newcastle does not, including Classical Studies, Spanish & Portuguese, Eastern European Languages, German & Scandinavian Studies, French, Italian, Ancient Languages, African & Middle Eastern Studies and 30 more.

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Northumbria University, Newcastle305 courses · 7 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Oxford642 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses