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Northumbria University, Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne · QS World #528

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University of York

York · QS World #158

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.

3/12

Northumbria

scored higher in 3 categories

VS

9/12

York

scored higher in 9 categories

Quick Verdict

University of York leads in 9 of 12 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, TEF, established, satisfaction, graduate salary, courses). Northumbria University, Newcastle is ahead on employment, international, scholarship.

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of York at a glance

Northumbria University, Newcastle and University of York both teach 56 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Business & Management (General) and Business Studies. Northumbria University, Newcastle offers 305 courses across 71 subject areas; University of York offers 532 courses across 82 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £27,500 at University of York: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £7,650 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £27,250 at University of York: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £7,400 a year cheaper.

Of the 30 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of York is higher in 26 and Northumbria University, Newcastle in 4. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £25,500 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, against £40,000 from University of York. Of the 30 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Northumbria University, Newcastle is higher in 19 and University of York in 11.

World & National Rankings

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

#528
QS World
#158
#401
THE World
#154
#53
Guardian UK
#20
1969
Established
1963
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 York

83.5%
87.1%

Satisfaction

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

£31,000
£34,700

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

86.1%
80.2%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

24.5%
18.6%

International

International student share

305
532

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

7
3

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

York

97 countries · 18.6% international

  • 🇨🇳China44.1%
  • 🇮🇳India7.2%
  • 🇺🇸United States5.7%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong4.3%
  • 🌐Korea (South)2.2%

Subjects

56 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 York

Also taught at both: Physical Geography & Climate, Education Studies, Biomedical Sciences, Building & Construction, Economics, English Literature, Linguistics, Social Work, Biology, Finance & Actuarial Science, Forensic Science, Human Geography & Environment, Environmental Sciences, Marketing, Psychology (General), Astronomy & Astrophysics, Childhood & Youth Studies, Mental Health Nursing, Accounting, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Adult Nursing, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Biochemistry, Drama & Theatre, General Engineering, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Heritage & Conservation, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Psychology, Children's Nursing, Cognitive & Experimental Psychology, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Midwifery, Teacher Training, English Language, Nursing (General), Clinical & Health Psychology, Creative Writing, Healthcare Science.

Only at Northumbria University, Newcastle

Only at University of York

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 York
£27,500

Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £7,650 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Northumbria University, Newcastle
£19,850
University of York
£27,250

Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £7,400 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 York

  • Computer Science

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£40,000
    87%Satisfaction73%

  • Business & Management (General)

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£30,500
    77%Satisfaction80%

  • Law

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£30,500
    73%Satisfaction89%

  • Mathematics

    £27,000Salary (3 years)£28,500
    85%Satisfaction86%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £29,500Salary (3 years)£33,000
    86%Satisfaction88%

  • Chemistry

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£28,500
    97%Satisfaction92%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
    78%Satisfaction90%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
    92%Satisfaction91%

  • History

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
    98%Satisfaction93%

  • Physics

    £22,000Salary (3 years)£30,000
    93%Satisfaction89%

  • English Studies

    £20,500Salary (3 years)£24,500
    94%Satisfaction89%

  • Media & Film Studies

    £21,500Salary (3 years)No data
    89%Satisfaction88%

Showing the 12 largest of 31 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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Deadline: N/A

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University of York

Care Leavers and Estranged Students Bursary

£3,000

Deadline: N/A

York Bursary

£1,000

Deadline: N/A

York Futures Scholarship

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Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Northumbria University, Newcastle vs University of York: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £27,500 at University of York: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £7,650 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,850 a year at Northumbria University, Newcastle and £27,250 at University of York: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £7,400 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 York?

Both universities teach 56 subject areas: Computer Science, Business & Management (General), Business Studies, Law, Mathematics, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Chemistry, Sociology & Criminology, Politics & International Relations, Design & Fashion, History, Physics and 44 more.

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

Computer Science graduates earn a median £25,500 three years after graduating from Northumbria University, Newcastle, and £40,000 from University of York. Student satisfaction with teaching is 87% at Northumbria University, Newcastle and 73% at University of York. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of York lists 532 courses on CourseOptions and Northumbria University, Newcastle lists 305 courses.

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

Northumbria University, Newcastle teaches 15 subject areas that University of York does not, including Sport & Exercise Sciences, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Fine Art, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Nutrition & Dietetics, Personal & Professional Development, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Learning Disabilities Nursing and 7 more.

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

University of York teaches 26 subject areas that Northumbria University, Newcastle does not, including Philosophy, Archaeology, Social Policy & Public Policy, History of Art & Design, Management, Film Production & Cinematography, French, German & Scandinavian Studies and 18 more.

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Northumbria University, Newcastle305 courses · 7 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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