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The University of Edinburgh

Edinburgh · QS World #35

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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.

6/7

Edinburgh

scored higher in 6 categories

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1/7

University Centre South Devon

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

The University of Edinburgh leads in 6 of 7 categories where both have data (Russell Group, established, employment, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). University Centre South Devon is ahead on satisfaction.

The University of Edinburgh vs University Centre South Devon at a glance

The University of Edinburgh and University Centre South Devon both teach 17 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Physics and Electronic & Electrical Engineering. The University of Edinburgh offers 936 courses across 116 subject areas; University Centre South Devon offers 31 courses across 18 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £29,600 a year at The University of Edinburgh and £13,500 at University Centre South Devon: University Centre South Devon is about £16,100 a year cheaper.

Of the 5 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, The University of Edinburgh is higher in 5 and University Centre South Devon in 0. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £37,000 three years after graduating from The University of Edinburgh, against £19,000 from University Centre South Devon. Of the 6 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, The University of Edinburgh is higher in 3 and University Centre South Devon in 3.

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
—
#17
Guardian UK
—
1583
Established
2006
Yes
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.

The University of Edinburgh

University Centre South Devon

85.3%
93.4%

Satisfaction

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

£37,600
£25,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

83%
82.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

41.6%
No data

International

International student share

936
31

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 South Devon

No published data on international students

    Subjects

    17 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 South Devon

    Also taught at both: Healthcare Science, Manufacturing & Production Engineering.

    Only at The University of Edinburgh

    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

    The University of Edinburgh
    £29,600
    University Centre South Devon
    £13,500

    University Centre South Devon is about £16,100 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.

    The University of Edinburgh

    University Centre South Devon

    • Computer Science

      £37,000Salary (3 years)£19,000
      74%Satisfaction87%

    • Design & Fashion

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£14,500
      90%Satisfaction87%

    • Psychology (General)

      £26,500Salary (3 years)No data
      83%Satisfaction100%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £27,500Salary (3 years)£17,000
      92%Satisfaction90%

    • Music

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£14,500
      89%Satisfaction91%

    • Creative Arts (General)

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£14,500
      93%Satisfaction91%

    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

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    University Centre South Devon

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    FAQ

    The University of Edinburgh vs University Centre South Devon: common questions

    Is The University of Edinburgh or University Centre South Devon cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £29,600 a year at The University of Edinburgh and £13,500 at University Centre South Devon: University Centre South Devon is about £16,100 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 The University of Edinburgh and University Centre South Devon?

    Both universities teach 17 subject areas: Computer Science, Physics, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Design & Fashion, Psychology (General), Animal Science, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Media & Film Studies, Music, Social Sciences (General), Creative Arts (General), General Engineering and 5 more.

    Is The University of Edinburgh or University Centre South Devon better for Computer Science?

    Computer Science graduates earn a median £37,000 three years after graduating from The University of Edinburgh, and £19,000 from University Centre South Devon. Student satisfaction with teaching is 74% at The University of Edinburgh and 87% at University Centre South Devon. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does The University of Edinburgh or University Centre South Devon offer more courses?

    The University of Edinburgh lists 936 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre South Devon lists 31 courses.

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

    The University of Edinburgh teaches 99 subject areas that University Centre South Devon does not, including Law, Theology & Religious Studies, German & Scandinavian Studies, Medicine, Teacher Training, History, Mathematics, Business Studies and 91 more.

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

    University Centre South Devon teaches 1 subject area that The University of Edinburgh does not, including Marine Engineering & Technology.

    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 South Devon31 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses