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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.
2/11
Robert Gordon
scored higher in 2 categories
9/11
Cambridge
scored higher in 9 categories
Quick Verdict
University of Cambridge leads in 9 of 11 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, established, satisfaction, international, graduate salary, courses). Robert Gordon University is ahead on employment, scholarship.
Robert Gordon University vs University of Cambridge at a glance
Robert Gordon University and University of Cambridge both teach 21 subject areas, the largest being Law, Business Studies and General Engineering. Robert Gordon University offers 151 courses across 51 subject areas; University of Cambridge offers 336 courses across 79 subject areas.
For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,300 a year at Robert Gordon University and £32,890 at University of Cambridge: Robert Gordon University is about £14,590 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,060 a year at Robert Gordon University and £41,300 at University of Cambridge: Robert Gordon University is about £22,240 a year cheaper.
Of the 5 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Cambridge is higher in 5 and Robert Gordon University in 0. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £27,500 three years after graduating from Robert Gordon University, against £63,500 from University of Cambridge. Of the 5 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Cambridge is higher in 4 and Robert Gordon University in 1.
World & National Rankings
Compare world and national league table positions, TEF ratings, and Russell Group membership.
Visual Breakdown
Key metrics at a glance
Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.
Robert Gordon University
University of Cambridge
Satisfaction
Student satisfaction with teaching (NSS Survey, out of 100%)
Graduate Salaries (5y)
Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation
Employment
Graduate employment rate
International
International student share
Course Counts
Number of courses offered
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.
Robert Gordon
48 countries · 14.4% international
- 🇳🇬Nigeria36.2%
- 🇮🇳India16.2%
- 🇬🇭Ghana9.9%
- 🇵🇰Pakistan8.5%
- 🇮🇪Ireland5.9%
Cambridge
96 countries · 32.2% international
- 🇨🇳China28.2%
- 🇺🇸United States10.3%
- 🇸🇬Singapore6.6%
- 🇭🇰Hong Kong5.3%
- 🇮🇳India4.7%
Subjects
21 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.
Robert Gordon University
University of Cambridge
Law
14 coursesTypical fee £16,980 (UG)
7 coursesTypical fee £32,890 (UG)
Business Studies
15 coursesTypical fee £18,300 (UG)
1 courseFee not available
General Engineering
6 coursesTypical fee £18,620 (UG)
10 coursesTypical fee £41,300 (UG)
Sociology & Criminology
Biomedical Sciences
Computer Science
Management
Architecture
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
Health Sciences & Paramedic Science
Chemical Engineering
Information & Library Studies
Media & Film Studies
Chemistry
Hospitality, Events & Tourism
Also taught at both: Building & Construction, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Finance & Actuarial Science, Information Systems & Data Science, Civil Engineering, Health & Social Care.
Only at Robert Gordon University
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
- Robert Gordon University
- £18,300
- University of Cambridge
- £32,890
Robert Gordon University is about £14,590 a year cheaper.
Postgraduate
- Robert Gordon University
- £19,060
- University of Cambridge
- £41,300
Robert Gordon University is about £22,240 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.
Robert Gordon University
University of Cambridge
Law
£23,500Salary (3 years)£49,00086%Satisfaction96%General Engineering
£33,500Salary (3 years)£39,50084%Satisfaction87%Computer Science
£27,500Salary (3 years)£63,50085%Satisfaction94%Architecture
£24,000Salary (3 years)£38,00092%Satisfaction88%Chemical Engineering
£33,500Salary (3 years)£43,00084%Satisfaction94%
Scholarships for International Students
ExclusiveRobert Gordon University
Bolashak Scholarship Programme
100%
Deadline: N/A
CONACyT (Consejo Nacional de Ciencia y Tecnologia)
100%
Deadline: N/A
Chevening Scholarship
100%
Deadline: N/A
Commonwealth Postgraduate/PhD Scholarship
100%
Deadline: N/A
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship
100%
Deadline: N/A
University of Cambridge
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Robert Gordon University vs University of Cambridge: common questions
Is Robert Gordon University or University of Cambridge cheaper for international students?
For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,300 a year at Robert Gordon University and £32,890 at University of Cambridge: Robert Gordon University is about £14,590 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,060 a year at Robert Gordon University and £41,300 at University of Cambridge: Robert Gordon University is about £22,240 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 Robert Gordon University and University of Cambridge?
Both universities teach 21 subject areas: Law, Business Studies, General Engineering, Sociology & Criminology, Biomedical Sciences, Computer Science, Management, Architecture, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Chemical Engineering, Information & Library Studies and 9 more.
Is Robert Gordon University or University of Cambridge better for Law?
Law graduates earn a median £23,500 three years after graduating from Robert Gordon University, and £49,000 from University of Cambridge. Student satisfaction with teaching is 86% at Robert Gordon University and 96% at University of Cambridge. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.
Does Robert Gordon University or University of Cambridge offer more courses?
University of Cambridge lists 336 courses on CourseOptions and Robert Gordon University lists 151 courses.
What can you study at Robert Gordon University but not at University of Cambridge?
Robert Gordon University teaches 30 subject areas that University of Cambridge does not, including Design & Fashion, Mechanical Engineering, Pharmacy, Adult Nursing, Accounting, Fine Art, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Nursing (General) and 22 more.
What can you study at University of Cambridge but not at Robert Gordon University?
University of Cambridge teaches 58 subject areas that Robert Gordon University does not, including Biological Sciences (General), History, Asian Languages & Studies, Childhood & Youth Studies, Mathematics, Economics, Politics & International Relations, Archaeology and 50 more.
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