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SOAS University of London

London · QS World #458

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University of Lancashire

Preston · QS World #1001

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 10 datapoints

We looked at 10 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

5/10

SOAS University of London

scored higher in 5 categories

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5/10

Lancashire

scored higher in 5 categories

Quick Verdict

SOAS University of London and University of Lancashire are evenly matched: each leads in 5 of 10 categories where both have data. SOAS University of London is ahead on ranking, international, graduate salary, scholarship; University of Lancashire on ranking, established, satisfaction, employment, courses.

SOAS University of London vs University of Lancashire at a glance

SOAS University of London and University of Lancashire both teach 15 subject areas, the largest being Asian Languages & Studies, Media & Film Studies and Law. SOAS University of London offers 296 courses across 29 subject areas; University of Lancashire offers 363 courses across 82 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £23,780 a year at SOAS University of London and £17,330 at University of Lancashire: University of Lancashire is about £6,450 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £25,320 a year at SOAS University of London and £19,250 at University of Lancashire: University of Lancashire is about £6,070 a year cheaper.

Of the 8 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, SOAS University of London is higher in 7 and University of Lancashire in 1. The widest gap is in Law: £28,000 three years after graduating from SOAS University of London, against £21,000 from University of Lancashire. Of the 9 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Lancashire is higher in 6 and SOAS University of London in 3.

World & National Rankings

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

#458
QS World
#1001
#401
THE World
#1001
#86
Guardian UK
#76
1916
Established
1828
No
Russell Group
No
Silver
TEF Rating
Silver

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 of Lancashire

84.1%
86.8%

Satisfaction

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

£32,500
£28,100

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

74.4%
83.1%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

25.7%
20.5%

International

International student share

296
363

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

27
15

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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Lancashire

74 countries · 20.5% international

  • 🇮🇳India34.3%
  • 🇦🇪United Arab Emirates9.3%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria8%
  • 🌐Nepal6.6%
  • 🇨🇦Canada4.4%

Subjects

15 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 of Lancashire

Only at SOAS University of London

Only at University of Lancashire

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 of Lancashire
£17,330

University of Lancashire is about £6,450 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

SOAS University of London
£25,320
University of Lancashire
£19,250

University of Lancashire is about £6,070 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.

SOAS University of London

University of Lancashire

  • Asian Languages & Studies

    £24,500Salary (3 years)£20,000
    86%Satisfaction78%

  • Law

    £28,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    77%Satisfaction87%

  • Ancient Languages

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£20,000
    92%Satisfaction90%

  • Music

    No dataSalary (3 years)£18,500
    87%Satisfaction98%

  • Business & Management (General)

    £27,500Salary (3 years)£21,500
    82%Satisfaction88%

  • History

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
    89%Satisfaction100%

  • Management

    £27,500Salary (3 years)£33,000
    73%Satisfaction71%

  • Social Sciences (General)

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£20,500
    89%Satisfaction94%

  • Accounting

    £27,500Salary (3 years)£20,500
    88%Satisfaction90%

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

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University of Lancashire

Fee Waiver Scholarship for Sanctuary Seekers

100%

Deadline: N/A

Care-experienced and Estranged Student Graduation Bursary

£500

Deadline: N/A

Degree Apprentice Care Leaver Bursary

See details

Deadline: N/A

Estranged Student Support

See details

Deadline: N/A

Journalism Innovation and Leadership PGCert Scholarship

See details

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

SOAS University of London vs University of Lancashire: common questions

Is SOAS University of London or University of Lancashire cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £23,780 a year at SOAS University of London and £17,330 at University of Lancashire: University of Lancashire is about £6,450 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £25,320 a year at SOAS University of London and £19,250 at University of Lancashire: University of Lancashire is about £6,070 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 of Lancashire?

Both universities teach 15 subject areas: Asian Languages & Studies, Media & Film Studies, Law, Ancient Languages, Anthropology, Music, Business & Management (General), History, Management, Social Sciences (General), Sociology & Criminology, Electronic & Electrical Engineering and 3 more.

Is SOAS University of London or University of Lancashire better for Asian Languages & Studies?

Asian Languages & Studies graduates earn a median £24,500 three years after graduating from SOAS University of London, and £20,000 from University of Lancashire. Student satisfaction with teaching is 86% at SOAS University of London and 78% at University of Lancashire. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does SOAS University of London or University of Lancashire offer more courses?

University of Lancashire lists 363 courses on CourseOptions and SOAS University of London lists 296 courses.

What can you study at SOAS University of London but not at University of Lancashire?

SOAS University of London teaches 14 subject areas that University of Lancashire does not, including Politics & International Relations, African & Middle Eastern Studies, Creative Arts (General), Economics, History of Art & Design, International Development, Theology & Religious Studies, Linguistics and 6 more.

What can you study at University of Lancashire but not at SOAS University of London?

University of Lancashire teaches 67 subject areas that SOAS University of London does not, including Sport & Exercise Sciences, Medicine, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Computer Science, Design & Fashion, Psychology (General), Social Work, Aerospace Engineering and 59 more.

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SOAS University of London296 courses · 27 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Lancashire363 courses · 15 scholarshipsBrowse Courses