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Select any two universities below and we'll generate an instant, data-driven comparison — rankings, salaries, student satisfaction, international community, and more.

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Teesside University

Middlesbrough · Guardian UK #95

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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.

5/6

Teesside

scored higher in 5 categories

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1/6

University Centre South Devon

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

Teesside University leads in 5 of 6 categories where both have data (established, employment, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). University Centre South Devon is ahead on satisfaction.

Teesside University vs University Centre South Devon at a glance

Teesside University and University Centre South Devon both teach 10 subject areas, the largest being Design & Fashion, Electronic & Electrical Engineering and Psychology (General). Teesside University offers 211 courses across 55 subject areas; University Centre South Devon offers 31 courses across 18 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,000 a year at Teesside University and £13,500 at University Centre South Devon: University Centre South Devon is about £3,500 a year cheaper.

Of the 5 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Teesside University is higher in 4 and University Centre South Devon in 0, with 1 about level. The widest gap is in Design & Fashion: £19,500 three years after graduating from Teesside University, against £14,500 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 3 and Teesside University in 2, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

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QS World
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#601
THE World
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#95
Guardian UK
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1930
Established
2006
No
Russell Group
No
Gold
TEF Rating
Gold

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Teesside University

University Centre South Devon

89%
93.4%

Satisfaction

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

£29,200
£25,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

85.6%
82.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

28.5%
No data

International

International student share

211
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.

Teesside

51 countries · 28.5% international

  • 🇮🇳India37.1%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria26.2%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan10.1%
  • 🇨🇳China8.5%
  • 🇬🇭Ghana6.3%
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University Centre South Devon

No published data on international students

    Subjects

    10 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.

    Teesside University

    University Centre South Devon

    Only at Teesside 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

    Teesside University
    £17,000
    University Centre South Devon
    £13,500

    University Centre South Devon is about £3,500 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.

    Teesside University

    University Centre South Devon

    • Design & Fashion

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£14,500
      89%Satisfaction87%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)No data
      91%Satisfaction100%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£17,000
      94%Satisfaction90%

    • Computer Science

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£19,000
      84%Satisfaction87%

    • Management

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
      74%Satisfaction97%

    • Music

      £17,000Salary (3 years)£14,500
      91%Satisfaction91%

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    Teesside University

    Brittan Scholarship

    £10,000

    Deadline: Oct 2026

    Santander Scholarship

    £5,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Care Leaver Bursary

    £2,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Beth Mead Scholarship

    £1,200

    Deadline: Sept 2026

    Santander Brighter Futures

    £1,000

    Deadline: N/A

    View all scholarships →

    University Centre South Devon

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    FAQ

    Teesside University vs University Centre South Devon: common questions

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

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,000 a year at Teesside University and £13,500 at University Centre South Devon: University Centre South Devon is about £3,500 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 Teesside University and University Centre South Devon?

    Both universities teach 10 subject areas: Design & Fashion, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Psychology (General), Sport & Exercise Sciences, Computer Science, Media & Film Studies, General Engineering, Health & Social Care, Management and Music.

    Is Teesside University or University Centre South Devon better for Design & Fashion?

    Design & Fashion graduates earn a median £19,500 three years after graduating from Teesside University, and £14,500 from University Centre South Devon. Student satisfaction with teaching is 89% at Teesside University and 87% at University Centre South Devon. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

    Teesside University lists 211 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre South Devon lists 31 courses.

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

    Teesside University teaches 45 subject areas that University Centre South Devon does not, including Games Design & Computer Animation, Business Studies, Law, Sociology & Criminology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Forensic Science, Software Engineering and 37 more.

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

    University Centre South Devon teaches 8 subject areas that Teesside University does not, including Physics, Animal Science, Childhood & Youth Studies, Healthcare Science, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Marine Engineering & Technology, Social Sciences (General) and Creative Arts (General).

    Ready to explore courses?

    Browse available courses, check entry requirements, and find scholarships at each university.

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    Teesside University211 courses · 5 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University Centre South Devon31 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses