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Head-to-Head Summary
Based on 7 datapoints
We looked at 7 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.
5/7
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
scored higher in 5 categories
2/7
Greater Manchester
scored higher in 2 categories
Quick Verdict
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland leads in 5 of 7 categories where both have data (established, satisfaction, employment, international, scholarship). University of Greater Manchester is ahead on graduate salary, courses.
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland vs University of Greater Manchester at a glance
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and University of Greater Manchester both teach 7 subject areas, the largest being Music, Education Studies and Dance. Royal Conservatoire of Scotland offers 72 courses across 8 subject areas; University of Greater Manchester offers 281 courses across 56 subject areas.
For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £28,920 a year at Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and £17,500 at University of Greater Manchester: University of Greater Manchester is about £11,420 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £28,400 a year at Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and £17,500 at University of Greater Manchester: University of Greater Manchester is about £10,900 a year cheaper.
Of the 3 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Greater Manchester is higher in 2 and Royal Conservatoire of Scotland 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.
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
University of Greater Manchester
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.
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
23 countries · 26% international
- 🇨🇳China26.6%
- 🇺🇸United States18.8%
- 🇺🇦Ukraine6.2%
- 🇦🇺Australia4.7%
- 🇮🇪Ireland4.7%
Greater Manchester
30 countries · 25.4% international
- 🇳🇬Nigeria46.6%
- 🇵🇰Pakistan17.7%
- 🇮🇳India10.8%
- 🇦🇪United Arab Emirates7%
- 🇧🇩Bangladesh6.6%
Subjects
7 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.
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
University of Greater Manchester
Music
49 coursesTypical fee £28,920 (UG)
4 coursesTypical fee £24,480 (UG)
Education Studies
2 coursesFee not available
25 coursesTypical fee £23,440 (UG)
Dance
2 coursesTypical fee £28,440 (UG)
10 coursesTypical fee £21,540 (UG)
Management
Teacher Training
Social Work
Media & Film Studies
Only at Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
Only at University of Greater Manchester
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
- Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
- £28,920
- University of Greater Manchester
- £17,500
University of Greater Manchester is about £11,420 a year cheaper.
Postgraduate
- Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
- £28,400
- University of Greater Manchester
- £17,500
University of Greater Manchester is about £10,900 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.
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
University of Greater Manchester
Music
No dataSalary (3 years)£17,50089%Satisfaction91%Dance
No dataSalary (3 years)£17,500100%Satisfaction91%Media & Film Studies
No dataSalary (3 years)£14,00083%Satisfaction95%
Scholarships for International Students
ExclusiveRoyal Conservatoire of Scotland
WM Mann Scholarship for Postgraduate Indonesian Students
75%
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Cowrie Scholarship Foundation
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James McAvoy Drama Scholarship
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Pamella Dow Scholarship
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Pauline Knowles Scholarship
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University of Greater Manchester
Bolton Sports Bursary 2020/21
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Care Experienced Bursary 21-22
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Care Leavers Bursary 2020/2021
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The Bolton Master's Bursary 2021
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The University of Greater Manchester Group Progression Scholarship 2021-22
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FAQ
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland vs University of Greater Manchester: common questions
Is Royal Conservatoire of Scotland or University of Greater Manchester cheaper for international students?
For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £28,920 a year at Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and £17,500 at University of Greater Manchester: University of Greater Manchester is about £11,420 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £28,400 a year at Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and £17,500 at University of Greater Manchester: University of Greater Manchester is about £10,900 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 Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and University of Greater Manchester?
Both universities teach 7 subject areas: Music, Education Studies, Dance, Management, Teacher Training, Social Work and Media & Film Studies.
Does Royal Conservatoire of Scotland or University of Greater Manchester offer more courses?
University of Greater Manchester lists 281 courses on CourseOptions and Royal Conservatoire of Scotland lists 72 courses.
What can you study at Royal Conservatoire of Scotland but not at University of Greater Manchester?
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland teaches 1 subject area that University of Greater Manchester does not, including Drama & Theatre.
What can you study at University of Greater Manchester but not at Royal Conservatoire of Scotland?
University of Greater Manchester teaches 49 subject areas that Royal Conservatoire of Scotland does not, including Psychology (General), Health & Social Care, Nursing (General), Business & Management (General), Dentistry, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Law, Computing & IT and 41 more.
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