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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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The University of Edinburgh

Edinburgh · QS World #35

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University Centre Peterborough

Peterborough

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

Edinburgh

scored higher in 5 categories

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1/6

University Centre Peterborough

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

The University of Edinburgh leads in 5 of 6 categories where both have data (Russell Group, established, employment, courses, scholarship). University Centre Peterborough is ahead on satisfaction.

The University of Edinburgh vs University Centre Peterborough at a glance

The University of Edinburgh and University Centre Peterborough both teach 16 subject areas, the largest being Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Sociology & Criminology and Education Studies. The University of Edinburgh offers 936 courses across 116 subject areas; University Centre Peterborough offers 44 courses across 20 subject areas.

In Sport & Exercise Sciences, the one shared subject where both publish a student satisfaction score, University Centre Peterborough is higher.

World & National Rankings

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

#35
QS World
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#29
THE World
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#17
Guardian UK
—
1583
Established
2009
Yes
Russell Group
No
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TEF Rating
Silver

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

The University of Edinburgh

University Centre Peterborough

85.3%
89.7%

Satisfaction

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

£37,600
No data

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

83%
69.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

41.6%
No data

International

International student share

936
44

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

112
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.

Edinburgh

122 countries · 41.6% international

  • 🇨🇳China44.5%
  • 🇺🇸United States9.3%
  • 🇮🇳India5.4%
  • 🇲🇾Malaysia2.7%
  • 🇨🇦Canada2.4%
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University Centre Peterborough

No published data on international students

    Subjects

    16 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.

    The University of Edinburgh

    University Centre Peterborough

    Also taught at both: Marketing.

    Only at The University of Edinburgh

    Only at University Centre Peterborough

    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

    The University of Edinburgh
    £29,600
    University Centre Peterborough
    No data

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

    The University of Edinburgh

    University Centre Peterborough

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £27,500Salary (3 years)No data
      92%Satisfaction93%

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    The University of Edinburgh

    Asylum Seeker Scholarship

    £21,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Education Beyond Borders postgraduate scholarship

    £20,780

    Deadline: N/A

    Cameron Law Scholarship

    £10,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Online Learning Scholarships

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    Rosedale OSSD University of Edinburgh Scholarship

    £10,000

    Deadline: N/A

    View all scholarships →

    University Centre Peterborough

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    FAQ

    The University of Edinburgh vs University Centre Peterborough: common questions

    What subjects can you study at both The University of Edinburgh and University Centre Peterborough?

    Both universities teach 16 subject areas: Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Sociology & Criminology, Education Studies, English Literature, Ecology & Conservation, Animal Science, Psychology (General), Media & Film Studies, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Business & Management (General), Counselling & Psychotherapy, Mechanical Engineering and 4 more.

    Does The University of Edinburgh or University Centre Peterborough offer more courses?

    The University of Edinburgh lists 936 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre Peterborough lists 44 courses.

    What can you study at The University of Edinburgh but not at University Centre Peterborough?

    The University of Edinburgh teaches 100 subject areas that University Centre Peterborough does not, including Law, Computer Science, Theology & Religious Studies, German & Scandinavian Studies, Medicine, Teacher Training, History, Mathematics and 92 more.

    What can you study at University Centre Peterborough but not at The University of Edinburgh?

    University Centre Peterborough teaches 4 subject areas that The University of Edinburgh does not, including Performing Arts (General), Forensic Science, Games Design & Computer Animation and Journalism.

    Ready to explore courses?

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

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    The University of Edinburgh936 courses · 112 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University Centre Peterborough44 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses