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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 Bradford

Bradford · QS World #497

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 11 datapoints

We looked at 11 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

11/11

Edinburgh

scored higher in 11 categories

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0/11

Bradford

scored higher in 0 categories

Quick Verdict

The University of Edinburgh leads in 11 of 11 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, established, satisfaction, employment, international, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). University of Bradford does not lead in any category where both have data.

The University of Edinburgh vs University of Bradford at a glance

The University of Edinburgh and University of Bradford both teach 41 subject areas, the largest being Law, Computer Science and Business Studies. The University of Edinburgh offers 936 courses across 116 subject areas; University of Bradford offers 211 courses across 49 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £29,600 a year at The University of Edinburgh and £16,890 at University of Bradford: University of Bradford is about £12,710 a year cheaper.

Of the 18 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, The University of Edinburgh is higher in 17 and University of Bradford in 1. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £37,000 three years after graduating from The University of Edinburgh, against £25,000 from University of Bradford. Of the 14 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, The University of Edinburgh is higher in 7 and University of Bradford in 5, with 2 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#35
QS World
#497
#29
THE World
#501
#17
Guardian UK
#64
1583
Established
1966
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 of Bradford

85.3%
82.9%

Satisfaction

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

£37,600
£28,100

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

83%
78.7%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

41.6%
25.1%

International

International student share

936
211

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

112
23

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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Bradford

45 countries · 25.1% international

  • 🇵🇰Pakistan26.5%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria21.1%
  • 🇮🇳India16.1%
  • 🌐Kuwait5%
  • 🇬🇭Ghana4.4%

Subjects

41 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 Bradford

Also taught at both: Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, Public Health & Epidemiology, Anthropology, Social Work, Archaeology, Biomedical Sciences, Finance & Actuarial Science, General Engineering, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Management, Social Sciences (General), Accounting, International Development, Marketing, Adult Nursing, Childhood & Youth Studies, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Information Systems & Data Science, Applied Psychology, Clinical & Health Psychology, Nursing (General), Building & Construction, Health & Social Care, Mental Health Nursing, Pharmacology.

Only at The University of Edinburgh

Only at University of Bradford

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 Bradford
£16,890

University of Bradford is about £12,710 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

The University of Edinburgh
No data
University of Bradford
£15,700

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 Bradford

  • Law

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£19,500
    86%Satisfaction87%

  • Computer Science

    £37,000Salary (3 years)£25,000
    74%Satisfaction82%

  • Business Studies

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£20,500
    80%Satisfaction80%

  • Economics

    £38,000Salary (3 years)£28,000
    81%Satisfaction83%

  • Biological Sciences (General)

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    87%SatisfactionNo data

  • Chemical Engineering

    £34,500Salary (3 years)£25,500
    91%Satisfaction90%

  • Civil Engineering

    £32,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    87%Satisfaction98%

  • Psychology (General)

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£17,500
    83%Satisfaction80%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£18,500
    82%Satisfaction77%

  • Software Engineering

    £37,000Salary (3 years)£25,000
    79%Satisfaction79%

  • Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

    £33,500Salary (3 years)£23,000
    79%Satisfaction78%

  • Mechanical Engineering

    £33,000Salary (3 years)£24,500
    80%Satisfaction93%

Showing the 12 largest of 18 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 Bradford

Bestway Foundation Scholarships for Students from Pakistan

£35,000

Deadline: N/A

Disabled Students' Allowance

£26,291

Deadline: N/A

MSc Artificial Intelligence & Space Technology Scholarship (2026/27)

£10,000

Deadline: Jun 2026

Chinese Articulation Agreement (2025/26)

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

NHS Learning Support Fund

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

The University of Edinburgh vs University of Bradford: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £29,600 a year at The University of Edinburgh and £16,890 at University of Bradford: University of Bradford is about £12,710 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 Bradford?

Both universities teach 41 subject areas: Law, Computer Science, Business Studies, Economics, Biological Sciences (General), Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Psychology (General), Sociology & Criminology, Politics & International Relations, Business & Management (General), Software Engineering and 29 more.

Is The University of Edinburgh or University of Bradford better for Law?

Law graduates earn a median £26,500 three years after graduating from The University of Edinburgh, and £19,500 from University of Bradford. Student satisfaction with teaching is 86% at The University of Edinburgh and 87% at University of Bradford. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

The University of Edinburgh lists 936 courses on CourseOptions and University of Bradford lists 211 courses.

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

The University of Edinburgh teaches 75 subject areas that University of Bradford does not, including Theology & Religious Studies, German & Scandinavian Studies, Medicine, Teacher Training, History, Mathematics, Physics, French and 67 more.

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

University of Bradford teaches 8 subject areas that The University of Edinburgh does not, including Forensic Science, Pharmacy, Children's Nursing, Midwifery, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Human Resource Management, Medical Imaging and Optometry & Ophthalmics.

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The University of Edinburgh936 courses · 112 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Bradford211 courses · 23 scholarshipsBrowse Courses