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Select any two universities below and we'll generate an instant, data-driven comparison — rankings, salaries, student satisfaction, international community, and more.

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Open University

None · THE World #801

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University Centre Peterborough

Peterborough

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 5 datapoints

We looked at 5 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

5/5

Open

scored higher in 5 categories

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0/5

University Centre Peterborough

scored higher in 0 categories

Quick Verdict

Open University leads in 5 of 5 categories where both have data (TEF, established, satisfaction, employment, courses). University Centre Peterborough does not lead in any category where both have data.

Open University vs University Centre Peterborough at a glance

Open University and University Centre Peterborough both teach 11 subject areas, the largest being Business & Management (General), Sociology & Criminology and Education Studies. Open University offers 337 courses across 68 subject areas; University Centre Peterborough offers 44 courses across 20 subject areas.

Of the 3 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University Centre Peterborough is higher in 2 and Open University in 1.

World & National Rankings

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

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QS World
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#801
THE World
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Guardian UK
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1969
Established
2009
No
Russell Group
No
Gold
TEF Rating
Silver

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.

Open University

University Centre Peterborough

89.8%
89.7%

Satisfaction

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

£29,900
No data

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

72.6%
69.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

0.2%
No data

International

International student share

337
44

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

0
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.

Open

25 countries · 0.2% international

  • 🇩🇪Germany8.9%
  • 🌐Cyprus (European Union)6.7%
  • 🇫🇷France6.7%
  • 🇨🇳China4.4%
  • 🇮🇳India4.4%
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University Centre Peterborough

No published data on international students

    Subjects

    11 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.

    Open University

    University Centre Peterborough

    Only at Open University

    Only at University Centre Peterborough

    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.

    Open University

    University Centre Peterborough

    • Business & Management (General)

      £32,000Salary (3 years)No data
      95%Satisfaction76%

    • Education Studies

      £20,000Salary (3 years)No data
      89%Satisfaction100%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £26,000Salary (3 years)No data
      92%Satisfaction93%

    Scholarships for International Students

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    FAQ

    Open University vs University Centre Peterborough: common questions

    What subjects can you study at both Open University and University Centre Peterborough?

    Both universities teach 11 subject areas: Business & Management (General), Sociology & Criminology, Education Studies, Psychology (General), Sport & Exercise Sciences, Computing & IT, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Counselling & Psychotherapy, English Literature, Health & Social Care and Creative Writing.

    Does Open University or University Centre Peterborough offer more courses?

    Open University lists 337 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre Peterborough lists 44 courses.

    What can you study at Open University but not at University Centre Peterborough?

    Open University teaches 57 subject areas that University Centre Peterborough does not, including Computer Science, Law, History, Humanities, General Engineering, Mathematics, Childhood & Youth Studies, Social Work and 49 more.

    What can you study at University Centre Peterborough but not at Open University?

    University Centre Peterborough teaches 9 subject areas that Open University does not, including Performing Arts (General), Mechanical Engineering, Media & Film Studies, Animal Science, Ecology & Conservation, Forensic Science, Games Design & Computer Animation, Journalism and 1 more.

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    Open University337 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University Centre Peterborough44 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses