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Northumbria University, Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne · QS World #528

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University of Wolverhampton

Wolverhampton · QS World #1001

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 11 datapoints

We looked at 11 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

9/11

Northumbria

scored higher in 9 categories

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2/11

Wolverhampton

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

Northumbria University, Newcastle leads in 9 of 11 categories where both have data (ranking, TEF, employment, international, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). University of Wolverhampton is ahead on established, satisfaction.

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Wolverhampton at a glance

Northumbria University, Newcastle and University of Wolverhampton both teach 51 subject areas, the largest being Business Studies, Computer Science and Design & Fashion. Northumbria University, Newcastle offers 305 courses across 71 subject areas; University of Wolverhampton offers 270 courses across 68 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £16,950 at University of Wolverhampton: University of Wolverhampton 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 £18,230 at University of Wolverhampton: University of Wolverhampton is about £1,620 a year cheaper.

Of the 36 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Northumbria University, Newcastle is higher in 27 and University of Wolverhampton in 7, with 2 about level. The widest gap is in Manufacturing & Production Engineering: £29,000 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, against £41,500 from University of Wolverhampton. Of the 35 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Wolverhampton is higher in 19 and Northumbria University, Newcastle in 16.

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
#85
1969
Established
1827
No
Russell Group
No
Silver
TEF Rating
Bronze

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 Wolverhampton

83.5%
87.4%

Satisfaction

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

£31,000
£27,000

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

86.1%
80.7%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

24.5%
16.1%

International

International student share

305
270

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%
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Wolverhampton

28 countries · 16.1% international

  • 🌐Nepal29.9%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria22.6%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan13%
  • 🇧🇩Bangladesh11.2%
  • 🇮🇳India9.1%

Subjects

51 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 Wolverhampton

Also taught at both: Forensic Science, Mechanical Engineering, Psychology (General), Accounting, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Economics, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Human Resource Management, Biomedical Sciences, English Studies, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Midwifery, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Politics & International Relations, Teacher Training, Adult Nursing, Childhood & Youth Studies, Education Studies, Fine Art, Health & Social Care, Healthcare Science, Mental Health Nursing, Applied Psychology, Biochemistry, Biology, Children's Nursing, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Learning Disabilities Nursing, Personal & Professional Development, Creative Writing, Nursing (General), Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Computing & IT, General Engineering, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Public Health & Epidemiology.

Only at Northumbria University, Newcastle

Only at University of Wolverhampton

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 Wolverhampton
£16,950

University of Wolverhampton is about £2,900 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Northumbria University, Newcastle
£19,850
University of Wolverhampton
£18,230

University of Wolverhampton is about £1,620 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 Wolverhampton

  • Business Studies

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    83%Satisfaction80%

  • Computer Science

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
    87%Satisfaction83%

  • Design & Fashion

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£18,000
    91%Satisfaction86%

  • Law

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£19,500
    73%Satisfaction88%

  • Sport & Exercise Sciences

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
    83%Satisfaction92%

  • Business & Management (General)

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    77%Satisfaction89%

  • Building & Construction

    £30,500Salary (3 years)£28,500
    81%Satisfaction89%

  • History

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£20,000
    98%Satisfaction95%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£20,000
    78%Satisfaction89%

  • Civil Engineering

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£31,000
    83%Satisfaction90%

  • Marketing

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    79%Satisfaction72%

  • Social Work

    £20,000Salary (3 years)£31,000
    89%Satisfaction67%

Showing the 12 largest of 36 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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GEMS Scholarship

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Horiba Foundation UK Scholarship

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FAQ

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of Wolverhampton: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £16,950 at University of Wolverhampton: University of Wolverhampton 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 £18,230 at University of Wolverhampton: University of Wolverhampton is about £1,620 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 Wolverhampton?

Both universities teach 51 subject areas: Business Studies, Computer Science, Design & Fashion, Law, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Business & Management (General), Building & Construction, History, Sociology & Criminology, Civil Engineering, Marketing, Social Work and 39 more.

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

Business Studies graduates earn a median £26,000 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, and £21,000 from University of Wolverhampton. Student satisfaction with teaching is 83% at Northumbria University, Newcastle and 80% at University of Wolverhampton. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

Northumbria University, Newcastle lists 305 courses on CourseOptions and University of Wolverhampton lists 270 courses.

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

Northumbria University, Newcastle teaches 20 subject areas that University of Wolverhampton does not, including English Literature, Mathematics, Media & Film Studies, Physical Geography & Climate, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, Nutrition & Dietetics and 12 more.

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

University of Wolverhampton teaches 17 subject areas that Northumbria University, Newcastle does not, including Film Production & Cinematography, Aerospace Engineering, Management, Anatomy & Pathology, Chemical Engineering, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Agriculture & Land Management and 9 more.

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Northumbria University, Newcastle305 courses · 7 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Wolverhampton270 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses