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Northumbria University, Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne · QS World #528

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University of Strathclyde

Glasgow · QS World #230

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 10 datapoints

We looked at 10 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

3/10

Northumbria

scored higher in 3 categories

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7/10

Strathclyde

scored higher in 7 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Strathclyde leads in 7 of 10 categories where both have data (ranking, established, satisfaction, graduate salary, courses). Northumbria University, Newcastle is ahead on employment, international, scholarship.

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Strathclyde at a glance

Northumbria University, Newcastle and University of Strathclyde both teach 45 subject areas, the largest being Teacher Training, Law and Business Studies. Northumbria University, Newcastle offers 305 courses across 71 subject areas; University of Strathclyde offers 541 courses across 67 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £22,750 at University of Strathclyde: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £2,900 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £30,250 at University of Strathclyde: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £10,400 a year cheaper.

Of the 28 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Strathclyde is higher in 25 and Northumbria University, Newcastle in 3. The widest gap is in Economics: £21,000 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, against £32,000 from University of Strathclyde. Of the 30 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Strathclyde is higher in 18 and Northumbria University, Newcastle in 12.

World & National Rankings

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

#528
QS World
#230
#401
THE World
#351
#53
Guardian UK
#25
1969
Established
1796
No
Russell Group
No
Silver
TEF Rating
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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 Strathclyde

83.5%
89.6%

Satisfaction

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

£31,000
£37,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

86.1%
84%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

24.5%
18.8%

International

International student share

305
541

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

7
0

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

Strathclyde

86 countries · 18.8% international

  • 🇮🇳India31%
  • 🇨🇳China10.5%
  • 🌐Kuwait4.4%
  • 🇺🇸United States4.1%
  • 🌐Oman3.8%

Subjects

45 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 Strathclyde

Also taught at both: Accounting, Business & Management (General), Civil Engineering, Media & Film Studies, Politics & International Relations, Childhood & Youth Studies, Economics, Finance & Actuarial Science, Psychology (General), Social Work, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Sociology & Criminology, General Engineering, Personal & Professional Development, Building & Construction, Architecture, Biochemistry, Human Resource Management, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Biomedical Sciences, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Forensic Science, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Mental Health Nursing, Human Geography & Environment, Clinical & Health Psychology, Creative Writing, Public Health & Epidemiology.

Only at Northumbria University, Newcastle

Only at University of Strathclyde

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 Strathclyde
£22,750

Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £2,900 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Northumbria University, Newcastle
£19,850
University of Strathclyde
£30,250

Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £10,400 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 Strathclyde

  • Teacher Training

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£31,000
    88%Satisfaction93%

  • Law

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
    73%Satisfaction94%

  • Business Studies

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£29,000
    83%Satisfaction81%

  • Computer Science

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£33,500
    87%Satisfaction82%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £29,500Salary (3 years)£34,000
    86%Satisfaction87%

  • English Studies

    £20,500Salary (3 years)£22,000
    94%Satisfaction91%

  • Design & Fashion

    £22,500Salary (3 years)No data
    91%Satisfaction98%

  • History

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£22,000
    98%Satisfaction94%

  • Mathematics

    £27,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    85%Satisfaction87%

  • Manufacturing & Production Engineering

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£32,000
    95%Satisfaction86%

  • Chemistry

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
    97%Satisfaction94%

  • Physics

    £22,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
    93%Satisfaction92%

Showing the 12 largest of 30 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

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Northumbria University, Newcastle

2025/26 PGT Sanctuary Scholarships

£3,000

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£3,000

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Castle Peak Postgraduate Scholarships

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GEMS Scholarship

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FAQ

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Strathclyde: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £22,750 at University of Strathclyde: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £2,900 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £30,250 at University of Strathclyde: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £10,400 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 Strathclyde?

Both universities teach 45 subject areas: Teacher Training, Law, Business Studies, Computer Science, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, English Studies, Design & Fashion, History, Mathematics, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Education Studies, Chemistry and 33 more.

Is Northumbria University, Newcastle or University of Strathclyde better for Teacher Training?

Teacher Training graduates earn a median £25,500 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, and £31,000 from University of Strathclyde. Student satisfaction with teaching is 88% at Northumbria University, Newcastle and 93% at University of Strathclyde. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Strathclyde lists 541 courses on CourseOptions and Northumbria University, Newcastle lists 305 courses.

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

Northumbria University, Newcastle teaches 26 subject areas that University of Strathclyde does not, including English Literature, Physical Geography & Climate, Adult Nursing, Applied Psychology, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Environmental Sciences, Fine Art, Midwifery and 18 more.

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

University of Strathclyde teaches 22 subject areas that Northumbria University, Newcastle does not, including French, Chemical Engineering, Naval Architecture, Statistics, Social Policy & Public Policy, Pharmacy, Biomedical Engineering, Management and 14 more.

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Northumbria University, Newcastle305 courses · 7 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Strathclyde541 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses