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Swansea University

Swansea · QS World #322

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University Centre South Devon

Paignton

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 6 datapoints

We looked at 6 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

4/6

Swansea

scored higher in 4 categories

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2/6

University Centre South Devon

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

Swansea University leads in 4 of 6 categories where both have data (established, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). University Centre South Devon is ahead on satisfaction, employment.

Swansea University vs University Centre South Devon at a glance

Swansea University and University Centre South Devon both teach 14 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Physics and Electronic & Electrical Engineering. Swansea University offers 916 courses across 97 subject areas; University Centre South Devon offers 31 courses across 18 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £21,550 a year at Swansea University and £13,500 at University Centre South Devon: University Centre South Devon is about £8,050 a year cheaper.

Of the 3 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Swansea University is higher in 3 and University Centre South Devon in 0. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £31,500 three years after graduating from Swansea University, against £19,000 from University Centre South Devon. Of the 6 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University Centre South Devon is higher in 5 and Swansea University in 1.

World & National Rankings

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

#322
QS World
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#301
THE World
—
#32
Guardian UK
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1920
Established
2006
No
Russell Group
No
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TEF Rating
Gold

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Swansea University

University Centre South Devon

86.1%
93.4%

Satisfaction

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

£31,800
£25,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

78.5%
82.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

14.1%
No data

International

International student share

916
31

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

5
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.

Swansea

73 countries · 14.1% international

  • 🇮🇳India25.4%
  • 🇨🇳China12.7%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria8.2%
  • 🇸🇦Saudi Arabia4.5%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong3.9%
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University Centre South Devon

No published data on international students

    Subjects

    14 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.

    Swansea University

    University Centre South Devon

    Only at Swansea University

    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

    Swansea University
    £21,550
    University Centre South Devon
    £13,500

    University Centre South Devon is about £8,050 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Swansea University
    £22,950
    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.

    Swansea University

    University Centre South Devon

    • Computer Science

      £31,500Salary (3 years)£19,000
      84%Satisfaction87%

    • Psychology (General)

      £21,500Salary (3 years)No data
      84%Satisfaction100%

    • Childhood & Youth Studies

      £24,500Salary (3 years)No data
      75%Satisfaction99%

    • Health & Social Care

      £24,500Salary (3 years)No data
      92%Satisfaction98%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£17,000
      96%Satisfaction90%

    • Healthcare Science

      £32,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
      90%Satisfaction99%

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    Swansea University

    History and Heritage Studies: AHRC Collaborative Doctoral Partnership Studentship (Fully Funded) in History with Museum Wales (RS950)

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    History: AHRC Collaborative Doctoral Partnership Studentship (Fully Funded) in History with The National Archives (RS948)

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    History: AHRC Collaborative Doctoral Partnership Studentship in History with Museum Wales (RS949)

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

    PhD Studentship in Sustainable Fusion Steels: Whole Lifecycle Design of Tokamak Vacuum Vessel Steels (RS964)

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

    Swansea University International Postgraduate Research Excellence Scholarships 2025/26

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

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    University Centre South Devon

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    FAQ

    Swansea University vs University Centre South Devon: common questions

    Is Swansea University or University Centre South Devon cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £21,550 a year at Swansea University and £13,500 at University Centre South Devon: University Centre South Devon is about £8,050 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 Swansea University and University Centre South Devon?

    Both universities teach 14 subject areas: Computer Science, Physics, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Media & Film Studies, General Engineering, Psychology (General), Childhood & Youth Studies, Health & Social Care, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Healthcare Science, Social Sciences (General), Design & Fashion and 2 more.

    Is Swansea University or University Centre South Devon better for Computer Science?

    Computer Science graduates earn a median £31,500 three years after graduating from Swansea University, and £19,000 from University Centre South Devon. Student satisfaction with teaching is 84% at Swansea University and 87% at University Centre South Devon. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Swansea University or University Centre South Devon offer more courses?

    Swansea University lists 916 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre South Devon lists 31 courses.

    What can you study at Swansea University but not at University Centre South Devon?

    Swansea University teaches 83 subject areas that University Centre South Devon does not, including Law, Politics & International Relations, Business & Management (General), Sociology & Criminology, Economics, Mathematics, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, History and 75 more.

    What can you study at University Centre South Devon but not at Swansea University?

    University Centre South Devon teaches 4 subject areas that Swansea University does not, including Animal Science, Marine Engineering & Technology, Creative Arts (General) and Music.

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    Swansea University916 courses · 5 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University Centre South Devon31 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses