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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 Chester

Chester · Guardian UK #91

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.

9/10

Edinburgh

scored higher in 9 categories

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1/10

Chester

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

The University of Edinburgh leads in 9 of 10 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, established, satisfaction, international, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). University of Chester is ahead on employment.

The University of Edinburgh vs University of Chester at a glance

The University of Edinburgh and University of Chester both teach 58 subject areas, the largest being Law, Computer Science and Theology & Religious Studies. The University of Edinburgh offers 936 courses across 116 subject areas; University of Chester offers 329 courses across 73 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £29,600 a year at The University of Edinburgh and £14,950 at University of Chester: University of Chester is about £14,650 a year cheaper.

Of the 29 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, The University of Edinburgh is higher in 29 and University of Chester in 0. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £37,000 three years after graduating from The University of Edinburgh, against £23,000 from University of Chester. Of the 30 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, The University of Edinburgh is higher in 17 and University of Chester in 13.

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
#1501
#17
Guardian UK
#91
1583
Established
1839
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 Chester

85.3%
83.9%

Satisfaction

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

£37,600
£27,400

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

83%
84.7%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

41.6%
28.7%

International

International student share

936
329

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

112
3

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

Chester

52 countries · 28.7% international

  • 🇮🇳India32.1%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan26.7%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria11.7%
  • 🌐Sri Lanka7.1%
  • 🇧🇩Bangladesh2.8%

Subjects

58 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 Chester

Also taught at both: Spanish & Portuguese, Biological Sciences (General), Animal Science, Archaeology, Asian Languages & Studies, Ecology & Conservation, English Literature, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Education Studies, Media & Film Studies, Music, Chemistry, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Biomedical Sciences, Clinical Specialities, Public Health & Epidemiology, Social Sciences (General), Social Work, Ancient Languages, Finance & Actuarial Science, Software Engineering, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Geography (General), Marketing, Accounting, Chemical Engineering, Information Systems & Data Science, Adult Nursing, Applied Psychology, Creative Writing, General Engineering, Mental Health Nursing, English Language, Film Production & Cinematography, Biotechnology, Computing & IT, Humanities, Biology, Building & Construction, Drama & Theatre, Health & Social Care, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Technology & Logistics.

Only at The University of Edinburgh

Only at University of Chester

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 Chester
£14,950

University of Chester is about £14,650 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

The University of Edinburgh
No data
University of Chester
£15,500

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 Chester

  • Law

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£20,000
    86%Satisfaction89%

  • Computer Science

    £37,000Salary (3 years)£23,000
    74%Satisfaction83%

  • Theology & Religious Studies

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£19,500
    94%Satisfaction90%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£20,500
    82%Satisfaction86%

  • History

    £28,000Salary (3 years)£19,500
    88%Satisfaction94%

  • Teacher Training

    £31,500Salary (3 years)£26,000
    92%Satisfaction83%

  • Medicine

    £48,500Salary (3 years)No data
    80%Satisfaction84%

  • Mathematics

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
    81%SatisfactionNo data

  • Psychology (General)

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£20,500
    83%Satisfaction82%

  • Business Studies

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£21,500
    80%Satisfaction88%

  • Design & Fashion

    £20,000Salary (3 years)£19,000
    90%Satisfaction82%

  • French

    £28,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    87%Satisfaction100%

Showing the 12 largest of 32 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 Chester

NHS Learning Support Fund

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

Visit Us Travel Bursary

£100

Deadline: N/A

Futures Employability Fund

See details

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

The University of Edinburgh vs University of Chester: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £29,600 a year at The University of Edinburgh and £14,950 at University of Chester: University of Chester is about £14,650 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 Chester?

Both universities teach 58 subject areas: Law, Computer Science, Theology & Religious Studies, Sociology & Criminology, Childhood & Youth Studies, History, Teacher Training, Medicine, Mathematics, Psychology (General), Business Studies, Design & Fashion and 46 more.

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

Law graduates earn a median £26,500 three years after graduating from The University of Edinburgh, and £20,000 from University of Chester. Student satisfaction with teaching is 86% at The University of Edinburgh and 89% at University of Chester. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

The University of Edinburgh lists 936 courses on CourseOptions and University of Chester lists 329 courses.

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

The University of Edinburgh teaches 58 subject areas that University of Chester does not, including German & Scandinavian Studies, Physics, Philosophy, African & Middle Eastern Studies, Classical Studies, Veterinary Medicine, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, History of Art & Design and 50 more.

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

University of Chester teaches 15 subject areas that The University of Edinburgh does not, including Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Nutrition & Dietetics, Journalism, Agriculture & Land Management, Games Design & Computer Animation, Learning Disabilities Nursing, Children's Nursing, English Studies and 7 more.

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The University of Edinburgh936 courses · 112 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Chester329 courses · 3 scholarshipsBrowse Courses