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Northumbria University, Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne · QS World #528

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University of Salford

Salford · QS World #1001

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.

7/9

Northumbria

scored higher in 7 categories

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2/9

Salford

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

Northumbria University, Newcastle leads in 7 of 9 categories where both have data (ranking, employment, international, graduate salary, scholarship). University of Salford is ahead on established, satisfaction.

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Salford at a glance

Northumbria University, Newcastle and University of Salford both teach 48 subject areas, the largest being Business Studies, Business & Management (General) and Design & Fashion. Northumbria University, Newcastle offers 305 courses across 71 subject areas; University of Salford offers 305 courses across 72 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £17,040 at University of Salford: University of Salford is about £2,810 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £17,710 at University of Salford: University of Salford is about £2,140 a year cheaper.

Of the 37 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Northumbria University, Newcastle is higher in 25 and University of Salford in 8, with 4 about level. The widest gap is in Social Work: £20,000 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, against £27,500 from University of Salford. Of the 36 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Northumbria University, Newcastle is higher in 22 and University of Salford in 13, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#528
QS World
#1001
#401
THE World
#801
#53
Guardian UK
#82
1969
Established
1896
No
Russell Group
No
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 Salford

83.5%
85.2%

Satisfaction

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

£31,000
£28,800

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

86.1%
82.5%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

24.5%
19.1%

International

International student share

305
305

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%
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Salford

63 countries · 19.1% international

  • 🇮🇳India34.8%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria27.4%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan12.9%
  • 🌐Kuwait3.7%
  • 🇧🇩Bangladesh2.6%

Subjects

48 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 Salford

Also taught at both: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Drama & Theatre, Biomedical Sciences, History, Physics, Finance & Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Midwifery, Biochemistry, Human Geography & Environment, Mechanical Engineering, Physical Geography & Climate, Politics & International Relations, Applied Psychology, Chemistry, Fine Art, Music, Nursing (General), Accounting, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Mental Health Nursing, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Adult Nursing, Biology, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Applied Biology & Human Biology, Children's Nursing, Creative Writing, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Human Resource Management, Public Health & Epidemiology, Specialist Clinical Nursing.

Only at Northumbria University, Newcastle

Only at University of Salford

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 Salford
£17,040

University of Salford is about £2,810 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Northumbria University, Newcastle
£19,850
University of Salford
£17,710

University of Salford is about £2,140 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 Salford

  • Business Studies

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    83%Satisfaction99%

  • Business & Management (General)

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£21,500
    77%Satisfaction74%

  • Design & Fashion

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£19,500
    91%Satisfaction90%

  • Computer Science

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
    87%Satisfaction76%

  • Building & Construction

    £30,500Salary (3 years)£30,500
    81%Satisfaction86%

  • Sport & Exercise Sciences

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£21,500
    83%Satisfaction96%

  • Law

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£20,500
    73%Satisfaction81%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£22,000
    78%Satisfaction80%

  • Media & Film Studies

    £21,500Salary (3 years)£20,000
    89%Satisfaction91%

  • Psychology (General)

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£19,500
    84%Satisfaction79%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £29,500Salary (3 years)£25,000
    86%Satisfaction86%

  • English Literature

    £20,500Salary (3 years)£20,000
    94%Satisfaction93%

Showing the 12 largest of 37 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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University of Salford

Salford/International Nursing College Scholarships

£8,160

Deadline: N/A

Salford/EATL Data Science Scholarships

£7,100

Deadline: N/A

Global Gold Excellence Scholarship

£3,500

Deadline: N/A

Global Silver Excellence Scholarship

£3,000

Deadline: N/A

IFY Excellence Scholarship

£2,500

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Salford: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £17,040 at University of Salford: University of Salford is about £2,810 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £17,710 at University of Salford: University of Salford is about £2,140 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 Salford?

Both universities teach 48 subject areas: Business Studies, Business & Management (General), Design & Fashion, Computer Science, Building & Construction, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Law, Sociology & Criminology, Media & Film Studies, Psychology (General), Electronic & Electrical Engineering, English Literature and 36 more.

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

Business Studies graduates earn a median £26,000 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, and £22,500 from University of Salford. Student satisfaction with teaching is 83% at Northumbria University, Newcastle and 99% at University of Salford. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

Northumbria University, Newcastle teaches 23 subject areas that University of Salford does not, including Economics, Astronomy & Astrophysics, English Studies, Environmental Sciences, Forensic Science, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Nutrition & Dietetics, Personal & Professional Development and 15 more.

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

University of Salford teaches 24 subject areas that Northumbria University, Newcastle does not, including Film Production & Cinematography, Aerospace Engineering, Zoology & Animal Biology, Journalism, Business Information Systems, Dance, Social Sciences (General), Applied Computing and 16 more.

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Northumbria University, Newcastle305 courses · 7 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Salford305 courses · 5 scholarshipsBrowse Courses