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SOAS University of London

London · QS World #458

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University Centre South Devon

Paignton

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.

4/7

SOAS University of London

scored higher in 4 categories

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3/7

University Centre South Devon

scored higher in 3 categories

Quick Verdict

SOAS University of London leads in 4 of 7 categories where both have data (established, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). University Centre South Devon is ahead on TEF, satisfaction, employment.

SOAS University of London vs University Centre South Devon at a glance

SOAS University of London and University Centre South Devon both teach 6 subject areas, the largest being Media & Film Studies, Creative Arts (General) and Music. SOAS University of London offers 296 courses across 29 subject areas; University Centre South Devon offers 31 courses across 18 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £23,780 a year at SOAS University of London and £13,500 at University Centre South Devon: University Centre South Devon is about £10,280 a year cheaper.

In Management, the one shared subject where both publish a graduate salary, SOAS University of London is higher. Of the 4 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University Centre South Devon is higher in 4 and SOAS University of London in 0.

World & National Rankings

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

#458
QS World
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#401
THE World
—
#86
Guardian UK
—
1916
Established
2006
No
Russell Group
No
Silver
TEF Rating
Gold

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

SOAS University of London

University Centre South Devon

84.1%
93.4%

Satisfaction

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

£32,500
£25,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

74.4%
82.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

25.7%
No data

International

International student share

296
31

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

27
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.

SOAS University of London

67 countries · 25.7% international

  • 🇨🇳China10.9%
  • 🇮🇳India10.6%
  • 🇺🇸United States9.4%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan7.6%
  • 🇫🇷France3.6%
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University Centre South Devon

No published data on international students

    Subjects

    6 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.

    SOAS University of London

    University Centre South Devon

    Only at SOAS University of London

    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

    SOAS University of London
    £23,780
    University Centre South Devon
    £13,500

    University Centre South Devon is about £10,280 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    SOAS University of London
    £25,320
    University Centre South Devon
    No data

    We do not have reliable international fee data for University Centre South Devon 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.

    SOAS University of London

    University Centre South Devon

    • Creative Arts (General)

      No dataSalary (3 years)£14,500
      87%Satisfaction91%

    • Music

      No dataSalary (3 years)£14,500
      87%Satisfaction91%

    • Social Sciences (General)

      £26,500Salary (3 years)No data
      89%Satisfaction100%

    • Management

      £27,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
      73%Satisfaction97%

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    SOAS University of London

    SOAS International Academic Excellence Scholarship

    £20,000

    Deadline: May 2026

    SOAS Sustainable Development Goal Scholarship

    £15,000

    Deadline: Jun 2026

    Commonwealth Shared Scholarships

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Programme

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    SOAS Academic Excellence Scholarship

    £10,000

    Deadline: May 2026

    View all scholarships →

    University Centre South Devon

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    FAQ

    SOAS University of London vs University Centre South Devon: common questions

    Is SOAS University of London or University Centre South Devon cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £23,780 a year at SOAS University of London and £13,500 at University Centre South Devon: University Centre South Devon is about £10,280 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 SOAS University of London and University Centre South Devon?

    Both universities teach 6 subject areas: Media & Film Studies, Creative Arts (General), Music, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Social Sciences (General) and Management.

    Is SOAS University of London or University Centre South Devon better for Management?

    Management graduates earn a median £27,500 three years after graduating from SOAS University of London, and £21,000 from University Centre South Devon. Student satisfaction with teaching is 73% at SOAS University of London and 97% at University Centre South Devon. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does SOAS University of London or University Centre South Devon offer more courses?

    SOAS University of London lists 296 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre South Devon lists 31 courses.

    What can you study at SOAS University of London but not at University Centre South Devon?

    SOAS University of London teaches 23 subject areas that University Centre South Devon does not, including Asian Languages & Studies, Politics & International Relations, African & Middle Eastern Studies, Ancient Languages, Anthropology, Law, Economics, History of Art & Design and 15 more.

    What can you study at University Centre South Devon but not at SOAS University of London?

    University Centre South Devon teaches 12 subject areas that SOAS University of London does not, including Physics, Animal Science, Childhood & Youth Studies, General Engineering, Health & Social Care, Healthcare Science, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Marine Engineering & Technology and 4 more.

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    SOAS University of London296 courses · 27 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University Centre South Devon31 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses