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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 South Devon

Paignton

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.

3/5

Open

scored higher in 3 categories

VS

2/5

University Centre South Devon

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

Open University leads in 3 of 5 categories where both have data (established, graduate salary, courses). University Centre South Devon is ahead on satisfaction, employment.

Open University vs University Centre South Devon at a glance

Open University and University Centre South Devon both teach 12 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Psychology (General) and General Engineering. Open University offers 337 courses across 68 subject areas; University Centre South Devon offers 31 courses across 18 subject areas.

Of the 5 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Open University is higher in 5 and University Centre South Devon in 0. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £33,500 three years after graduating from Open University, against £19,000 from University Centre South Devon. Of the 8 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University Centre South Devon is higher in 5 and Open University in 3.

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
—
1969
Established
2006
No
Russell Group
No
Gold
TEF Rating
Gold

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Open University

University Centre South Devon

89.8%
93.4%

Satisfaction

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

£29,900
£25,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

72.6%
82.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

0.2%
No data

International

International student share

337
31

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%
VS

University Centre South Devon

No published data on international students

    Subjects

    12 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 South Devon

    Only at Open University

    Only at University Centre South Devon

    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

    Open University
    No data
    University Centre South Devon
    £13,500

    We do not have reliable international fee data for Open University yet.

    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 South Devon

    • Computer Science

      £33,500Salary (3 years)£19,000
      91%Satisfaction87%

    • Psychology (General)

      £22,500Salary (3 years)No data
      88%Satisfaction100%

    • Childhood & Youth Studies

      £22,500Salary (3 years)No data
      90%Satisfaction99%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £26,000Salary (3 years)£17,000
      92%Satisfaction90%

    • Health & Social Care

      £24,000Salary (3 years)No data
      89%Satisfaction98%

    • Social Sciences (General)

      £23,500Salary (3 years)No data
      90%Satisfaction100%

    • Design & Fashion

      £27,000Salary (3 years)£14,500
      84%Satisfaction87%

    • Music

      £26,500Salary (3 years)£14,500
      94%Satisfaction91%

    • Management

      £32,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
      No dataSatisfaction97%

    Scholarships for International Students

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    FAQ

    Open University vs University Centre South Devon: common questions

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

    Both universities teach 12 subject areas: Computer Science, Psychology (General), General Engineering, Childhood & Youth Studies, Physics, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Health & Social Care, Social Sciences (General), Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Design & Fashion, Music and Management.

    Is Open University or University Centre South Devon better for Computer Science?

    Computer Science graduates earn a median £33,500 three years after graduating from Open University, and £19,000 from University Centre South Devon. Student satisfaction with teaching is 91% at Open University and 87% at University Centre South Devon. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Open University or University Centre South Devon offer more courses?

    Open University lists 337 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre South Devon lists 31 courses.

    What can you study at Open University but not at University Centre South Devon?

    Open University teaches 56 subject areas that University Centre South Devon does not, including Business & Management (General), Law, History, Sociology & Criminology, Humanities, Mathematics, Education Studies, Social Work and 48 more.

    What can you study at University Centre South Devon but not at Open University?

    University Centre South Devon teaches 6 subject areas that Open University does not, including Animal Science, Healthcare Science, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Marine Engineering & Technology, Creative Arts (General) and Media & Film Studies.

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    Open University337 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University Centre South Devon31 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses