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Open University

None · THE World #801

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University of Worcester

Worcester · THE World #1501

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 9 datapoints

We looked at 9 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

5/9

Open

scored higher in 5 categories

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4/9

Worcester

scored higher in 4 categories

Quick Verdict

Open University leads in 5 of 9 categories where both have data (ranking, TEF, satisfaction, graduate salary, courses). University of Worcester is ahead on established, employment, international, scholarship.

Open University vs University of Worcester at a glance

Open University and University of Worcester both teach 42 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Business & Management (General) and Law. Open University offers 337 courses across 68 subject areas; University of Worcester offers 305 courses across 68 subject areas.

Of the 28 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Open University is higher in 23 and University of Worcester in 4, with 1 about level. The widest gap is in Social Work: £33,000 three years after graduating from Open University, against £18,500 from University of Worcester. Of the 26 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Open University is higher in 15 and University of Worcester in 9, with 2 about level.

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
#1501
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Guardian UK
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1969
Established
1946
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 of Worcester

89.8%
87.8%

Satisfaction

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

£29,900
£28,500

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

72.6%
85.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

0.2%
15.1%

International

International student share

337
305

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

0
39

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

Worcester

38 countries · 15.1% international

  • 🇮🇳India50.2%
  • 🌐Nepal15.1%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria11.3%
  • 🇬🇭Ghana1.5%
  • 🇺🇸United States1.5%

Subjects

42 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 of Worcester

Also taught at both: Mathematics, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Design & Fashion, English Literature, Biology, Human Geography & Environment, Philosophy, Software Engineering, Physical Geography & Climate, Politics & International Relations, Adult Nursing, Finance & Actuarial Science, Mental Health Nursing, Nursing (General), Accounting, Ancient Languages, Biomedical Sciences, Geography (General), Human Resource Management, Management, Music, Applied Psychology, Chemistry, Children's Nursing, Creative Writing, English Studies, Theology & Religious Studies.

Only at Open University

Only at University of Worcester

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 of Worcester
£17,200

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

Postgraduate

Open University
No data
University of Worcester
£18,900

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 of Worcester

  • Computer Science

    £33,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
    91%Satisfaction92%

  • Business & Management (General)

    £32,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
    95%Satisfaction74%

  • Law

    £24,500Salary (3 years)No data
    96%Satisfaction90%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £17,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    89%Satisfaction89%

  • Sport & Exercise Sciences

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£18,500
    92%Satisfaction95%

  • History

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£18,500
    93%Satisfaction98%

  • Psychology (General)

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
    88%Satisfaction85%

  • Education Studies

    £20,000Salary (3 years)£21,500
    89%Satisfaction90%

  • Health Sciences & Paramedic Science

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£24,500
    91%Satisfaction79%

  • Social Work

    £33,000Salary (3 years)£18,500
    93%Satisfaction100%

  • Health & Social Care

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£21,500
    89%Satisfaction94%

  • English Language

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£20,000
    93%Satisfaction89%

Showing the 12 largest of 29 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

Open University

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University of Worcester

Molly Haughton Scholarship

£1,000

Deadline: N/A

Amity Le Grange Scholarship

£1,000

Deadline: N/A

Emily Bennett Scholarship

£1,000

Deadline: N/A

Eva Baldwin Scholarship

£1,000

Deadline: N/A

Imogen Stanley Scholarship

£1,000

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Open University vs University of Worcester: common questions

What subjects can you study at both Open University and University of Worcester?

Both universities teach 42 subject areas: Computer Science, Business & Management (General), Law, Sociology & Criminology, Sport & Exercise Sciences, History, Psychology (General), Education Studies, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Social Work, Childhood & Youth Studies, Health & Social Care and 30 more.

Is Open University or University of Worcester better for Computer Science?

Computer Science graduates earn a median £33,500 three years after graduating from Open University, and £24,000 from University of Worcester. Student satisfaction with teaching is 91% at Open University and 92% at University of Worcester. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Open University or University of Worcester offer more courses?

Open University lists 337 courses on CourseOptions and University of Worcester lists 305 courses.

What can you study at Open University but not at University of Worcester?

Open University teaches 26 subject areas that University of Worcester does not, including Humanities, General Engineering, Computing & IT, Physics, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Combined & General Studies, Economics, Social Sciences (General) and 18 more.

What can you study at University of Worcester but not at Open University?

University of Worcester teaches 26 subject areas that Open University does not, including Business Studies, Media & Film Studies, Biochemistry, Film Production & Cinematography, Journalism, Medical Sciences, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Drama & Theatre and 18 more.

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Open University337 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Worcester305 courses · 39 scholarshipsBrowse Courses