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Northumbria University, Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne · QS World #528

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University of Portsmouth

Portsmouth · QS World #662

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 9 datapoints

We looked at 9 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

4/9

Northumbria

scored higher in 4 categories

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5/9

Portsmouth

scored higher in 5 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Portsmouth leads in 5 of 9 categories where both have data (TEF, established, satisfaction, graduate salary, courses). Northumbria University, Newcastle is ahead on ranking, employment, scholarship.

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Portsmouth at a glance

Northumbria University, Newcastle and University of Portsmouth both teach 55 subject areas, the largest being Business Studies, Computer Science and Design & Fashion. Northumbria University, Newcastle offers 305 courses across 71 subject areas; University of Portsmouth offers 446 courses across 84 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £17,900 at University of Portsmouth: University of Portsmouth is about £1,950 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £18,600 at University of Portsmouth: University of Portsmouth is about £1,250 a year cheaper.

Of the 41 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Portsmouth is higher in 31 and Northumbria University, Newcastle in 6, with 4 about level. The widest gap is in Economics: £21,000 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, against £30,500 from University of Portsmouth. Of the 41 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Portsmouth is higher in 24 and Northumbria University, Newcastle in 16, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#528
QS World
#662
#401
THE World
#401
#53
Guardian UK
#55
1969
Established
1869
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 Portsmouth

83.5%
86.9%

Satisfaction

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

£31,000
£32,100

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

86.1%
84.4%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

24.5%
24.5%

International

International student share

305
446

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

Portsmouth

96 countries · 24.5% international

  • 🇮🇳India22.1%
  • 🇨🇳China11.6%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria7.8%
  • 🌐Kuwait7.1%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan5.6%

Subjects

55 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 Portsmouth

Also taught at both: Mechanical Engineering, Social Work, Architecture, General Engineering, Media & Film Studies, Teacher Training, Civil Engineering, Economics, Psychology (General), Mathematics, Childhood & Youth Studies, Finance & Actuarial Science, Human Resource Management, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, English Language, Adult Nursing, Applied Psychology, Creative Writing, Mental Health Nursing, Physical Geography & Climate, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Biomedical Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Linguistics, Music, Physics, Drama & Theatre, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Public Health & Epidemiology, Biochemistry, Biology, Computing & IT, Human Geography & Environment, Nursing (General), Clinical & Health Psychology, Cognitive & Experimental Psychology, Healthcare Science.

Only at Northumbria University, Newcastle

Only at University of Portsmouth

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 Portsmouth
£17,900

University of Portsmouth is about £1,950 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Northumbria University, Newcastle
£19,850
University of Portsmouth
£18,600

University of Portsmouth is about £1,250 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 Portsmouth

  • Business Studies

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£27,000
    83%Satisfaction85%

  • Computer Science

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£25,500
    87%Satisfaction82%

  • Design & Fashion

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£21,500
    91%Satisfaction83%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
    78%Satisfaction87%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £29,500Salary (3 years)£33,500
    86%Satisfaction84%

  • Law

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£25,500
    73%Satisfaction88%

  • Sport & Exercise Sciences

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
    83%Satisfaction86%

  • Building & Construction

    £30,500Salary (3 years)£36,500
    81%Satisfaction89%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
    92%Satisfaction87%

  • Business & Management (General)

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    77%Satisfaction87%

  • Accounting

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
    78%Satisfaction93%

  • English Literature

    £20,500Salary (3 years)£23,000
    94%Satisfaction95%

Showing the 12 largest of 41 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

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Deadline: N/A

GEMS Scholarship

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Deadline: N/A

Horiba Foundation UK Scholarship

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University of Portsmouth

Portsmouth Football Club Partnership Scholarship

£3,000

Deadline: N/A

Estée Lauder Companies - Whitman Scholarship

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Deadline: N/A

Portsmouth Football Club Partnership Scholarship

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Deadline: N/A

Sanctuary Language Bursary

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Sanctuary Scholarship

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FAQ

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Portsmouth: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £17,900 at University of Portsmouth: University of Portsmouth is about £1,950 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £18,600 at University of Portsmouth: University of Portsmouth is about £1,250 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 Portsmouth?

Both universities teach 55 subject areas: Business Studies, Computer Science, Design & Fashion, Sociology & Criminology, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Law, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Building & Construction, Politics & International Relations, Business & Management (General), Education Studies, Accounting and 43 more.

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

Business Studies graduates earn a median £26,000 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, and £27,000 from University of Portsmouth. Student satisfaction with teaching is 83% at Northumbria University, Newcastle and 85% at University of Portsmouth. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Portsmouth lists 446 courses on CourseOptions and Northumbria University, Newcastle lists 305 courses.

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

Northumbria University, Newcastle teaches 16 subject areas that University of Portsmouth does not, including Chemistry, English Studies, Fine Art, Forensic Science, Midwifery, Nutrition & Dietetics, Personal & Professional Development, Children's Nursing and 8 more.

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

University of Portsmouth teaches 29 subject areas that Northumbria University, Newcastle does not, including Management, Games Design & Computer Animation, Social Policy & Public Policy, Film Production & Cinematography, Ancient Languages, Journalism, Applied Computing, Dentistry and 21 more.

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Northumbria University, Newcastle305 courses · 7 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Portsmouth446 courses · 5 scholarshipsBrowse Courses