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Northumbria University, Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne · QS World #528

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University of Warwick

Coventry · QS World #68

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

Warwick

scored higher in 10 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Warwick 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 Warwick at a glance

Northumbria University, Newcastle and University of Warwick both teach 43 subject areas, the largest being Business Studies, Computer Science and Childhood & Youth Studies. Northumbria University, Newcastle offers 305 courses across 71 subject areas; University of Warwick offers 436 courses across 73 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £35,530 at University of Warwick: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £15,680 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £27,950 at University of Warwick: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £8,100 a year cheaper.

Of the 25 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Warwick is higher in 25 and Northumbria University, Newcastle in 0. The widest gap is in Economics: £21,000 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, against £45,000 from University of Warwick. Of the 25 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Northumbria University, Newcastle is higher in 13 and University of Warwick in 11, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#528
QS World
#68
#401
THE World
#122
#53
Guardian UK
#8
1969
Established
1965
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 Warwick

83.5%
89.5%

Satisfaction

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

£31,000
£44,500

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

86.1%
80.1%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

24.5%
34%

International

International student share

305
436

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%
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Warwick

101 countries · 34% international

  • 🇨🇳China37.9%
  • 🇮🇳India16.6%
  • 🇲🇾Malaysia4.1%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong3.3%
  • 🇪🇸Spain2.2%

Subjects

43 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 Warwick

Also taught at both: Chemistry, Education Studies, Finance & Actuarial Science, Biology, English Literature, Accounting, Building & Construction, English Studies, Media & Film Studies, Civil Engineering, Physics, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Mechanical Engineering, Biochemistry, Linguistics, Drama & Theatre, Applied Psychology, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Computing & IT, English Language, Environmental Sciences, Health & Social Care, Human Geography & Environment, Mental Health Nursing, Creative Writing, Public Health & Epidemiology.

Only at Northumbria University, Newcastle

Only at University of Warwick

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 Warwick
£35,530

Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £15,680 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Northumbria University, Newcastle
£19,850
University of Warwick
£27,950

Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £8,100 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 Warwick

  • Computer Science

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£49,000
    87%Satisfaction85%

  • Law

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£35,500
    73%Satisfaction89%

  • Design & Fashion

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£25,000
    91%Satisfaction94%

  • History

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£29,000
    98%Satisfaction94%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£31,500
    92%Satisfaction90%

  • Economics

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£45,000
    70%Satisfaction93%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £29,500Salary (3 years)£37,000
    86%Satisfaction82%

  • Psychology (General)

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
    84%Satisfaction87%

  • Biomedical Sciences

    £28,500Salary (3 years)£30,000
    85%Satisfaction87%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
    78%Satisfaction91%

  • Mathematics

    £27,000Salary (3 years)£39,500
    85%Satisfaction93%

  • Chemistry

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£29,500
    97%Satisfaction87%

Showing the 12 largest of 25 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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Deadline: N/A

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University of Warwick

Warwick Postgraduate Taught Sanctuary Scholarship

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Deadline: Jun 2026

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FAQ

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Warwick: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £35,530 at University of Warwick: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £15,680 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £27,950 at University of Warwick: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £8,100 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 Warwick?

Both universities teach 43 subject areas: Business Studies, Computer Science, Childhood & Youth Studies, Law, Design & Fashion, General Engineering, History, Politics & International Relations, Economics, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Psychology (General), Biomedical Sciences and 31 more.

Is Northumbria University, Newcastle or University of Warwick better for Computer Science?

Computer Science graduates earn a median £25,500 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, and £49,000 from University of Warwick. Student satisfaction with teaching is 87% at Northumbria University, Newcastle and 85% at University of Warwick. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Warwick lists 436 courses on CourseOptions and Northumbria University, Newcastle lists 305 courses.

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

Northumbria University, Newcastle teaches 28 subject areas that University of Warwick does not, including Sport & Exercise Sciences, Social Work, Marketing, Architecture, Physical Geography & Climate, Adult Nursing, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Fine Art and 20 more.

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

University of Warwick teaches 30 subject areas that Northumbria University, Newcastle does not, including Philosophy, Management, Classical Studies, Italian, Ancient Languages, French, German & Scandinavian Studies, Statistics and 22 more.

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Northumbria University, Newcastle305 courses · 7 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Warwick436 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses