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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 of Bath

Bath · QS World #125

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.

7/10

Edinburgh

scored higher in 7 categories

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3/10

Bath

scored higher in 3 categories

Quick Verdict

The University of Edinburgh leads in 7 of 10 categories where both have data (ranking, established, employment, international, courses, scholarship). University of Bath is ahead on ranking, satisfaction, graduate salary.

The University of Edinburgh vs University of Bath at a glance

The University of Edinburgh and University of Bath both teach 44 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Mathematics and Physics. The University of Edinburgh offers 936 courses across 116 subject areas; University of Bath offers 303 courses across 49 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £29,600 a year at The University of Edinburgh and £32,000 at University of Bath: The University of Edinburgh is about £2,400 a year cheaper.

Of the 21 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Bath is higher in 18 and The University of Edinburgh in 2, with 1 about level. The widest gap is in Accounting: £30,500 three years after graduating from The University of Edinburgh, against £40,000 from University of Bath. Of the 21 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Bath is higher in 16 and The University of Edinburgh in 5.

World & National Rankings

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

#35
QS World
#125
#29
THE World
#251
#17
Guardian UK
#7
1583
Established
1966
Yes
Russell Group
Yes
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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 of Bath

85.3%
88.6%

Satisfaction

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

£37,600
£47,400

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

83%
80.9%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

41.6%
23.8%

International

International student share

936
303

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

112
25

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%
VS

Bath

96 countries · 23.8% international

  • 🇮🇳India15.2%
  • 🇨🇳China9.7%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong8.2%
  • 🇹🇭Thailand7.1%
  • 🇪🇸Spain5.2%

Subjects

44 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 of Bath

Also taught at both: Psychology (General), Social Policy & Public Policy, Sport & Exercise Sciences, International Development, Architecture, Biochemistry, Social Sciences (General), Ancient Languages, Biomedical Sciences, Management, Chemical Engineering, Business & Management (General), Finance & Actuarial Science, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Biotechnology, Social Work, Accounting, Biology, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Aerospace Engineering, Clinical & Health Psychology, Health & Social Care, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Pharmacology, Physical Geography & Climate, Applied Psychology, Childhood & Youth Studies, Statistics, Building & Construction.

Only at The University of Edinburgh

Only at University of Bath

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 of Bath
£32,000

The University of Edinburgh is about £2,400 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

The University of Edinburgh
No data
University of Bath
£29,500

We do not have reliable international fee data for The University of Edinburgh 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 of Bath

  • Computer Science

    £37,000Salary (3 years)£39,000
    74%Satisfaction85%

  • Mathematics

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£38,500
    81%Satisfaction82%

  • Physics

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£35,500
    85%Satisfaction89%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £34,000Salary (3 years)£36,000
    81%Satisfaction77%

  • Mechanical Engineering

    £33,000Salary (3 years)£36,000
    80%Satisfaction92%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£29,500
    82%Satisfaction87%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£38,000
    87%Satisfaction90%

  • Chemistry

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£32,000
    89%Satisfaction94%

  • Economics

    £38,000Salary (3 years)£45,500
    81%Satisfaction86%

  • Civil Engineering

    £32,000Salary (3 years)£32,500
    87%Satisfaction93%

  • French

    £28,000Salary (3 years)£31,000
    87%Satisfaction91%

  • Psychology (General)

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
    83%Satisfaction90%

Showing the 12 largest of 22 shared subjects with published outcomes.

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 of Bath

Alumni Fund Post Graduate Sanctuary Scholarship

£20,780

Deadline: N/A

The Vice Chancellor's International Scholarships

£12,400

Deadline: N/A

Bath Global Excellence Scholarship

£10,000

Deadline: Jun 2026

British Council Scholarships for Women in STEM

100%

Deadline: N/A

GREAT Scholarships 2026

£10,000

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

The University of Edinburgh vs University of Bath: common questions

Is The University of Edinburgh or University of Bath cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £29,600 a year at The University of Edinburgh and £32,000 at University of Bath: The University of Edinburgh is about £2,400 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 of Bath?

Both universities teach 44 subject areas: Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Medicine, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Teacher Training, Sociology & Criminology, Politics & International Relations, Business Studies, Chemistry, Economics and 32 more.

Is The University of Edinburgh or University of Bath better for Computer Science?

Computer Science graduates earn a median £37,000 three years after graduating from The University of Edinburgh, and £39,000 from University of Bath. Student satisfaction with teaching is 74% at The University of Edinburgh and 85% at University of Bath. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does The University of Edinburgh or University of Bath offer more courses?

The University of Edinburgh lists 936 courses on CourseOptions and University of Bath lists 303 courses.

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

The University of Edinburgh teaches 72 subject areas that University of Bath does not, including Law, Theology & Religious Studies, German & Scandinavian Studies, History, Philosophy, African & Middle Eastern Studies, Classical Studies, Spanish & Portuguese and 64 more.

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

University of Bath teaches 5 subject areas that The University of Edinburgh does not, including Business Information Systems, Natural Sciences, Pharmacy, Human Resource Management and Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation.

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The University of Edinburgh936 courses · 112 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Bath303 courses · 25 scholarshipsBrowse Courses