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The University of Edinburgh

Edinburgh · QS World #35

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University of Lancashire

Preston · QS World #1001

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.

9/11

Edinburgh

scored higher in 9 categories

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2/11

Lancashire

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

The University of Edinburgh leads in 9 of 11 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, established, international, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). University of Lancashire is ahead on satisfaction, employment.

The University of Edinburgh vs University of Lancashire at a glance

The University of Edinburgh and University of Lancashire both teach 62 subject areas, the largest being Law, Computer Science and Medicine. The University of Edinburgh offers 936 courses across 116 subject areas; University of Lancashire offers 363 courses across 82 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £29,600 a year at The University of Edinburgh and £17,330 at University of Lancashire: University of Lancashire is about £12,270 a year cheaper.

Of the 32 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, The University of Edinburgh is higher in 29 and University of Lancashire in 2, with 1 about level. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £37,000 three years after graduating from The University of Edinburgh, against £24,500 from University of Lancashire. Of the 32 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Lancashire is higher in 23 and The University of Edinburgh in 8, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#35
QS World
#1001
#29
THE World
#1001
#17
Guardian UK
#76
1583
Established
1828
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 Lancashire

85.3%
86.8%

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%
83.1%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

41.6%
20.5%

International

International student share

936
363

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

112
15

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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Lancashire

74 countries · 20.5% international

  • 🇮🇳India34.3%
  • 🇦🇪United Arab Emirates9.3%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria8%
  • 🌐Nepal6.6%
  • 🇨🇦Canada4.4%

Subjects

62 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 Lancashire

Also taught at both: Veterinary Medicine, Education Studies, Social Work, Business & Management (General), English Literature, Social Sciences (General), Animal Science, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Architecture, Biomedical Sciences, Civil Engineering, Management, Media & Film Studies, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Archaeology, Aerospace Engineering, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Building & Construction, Film Production & Cinematography, Mechanical Engineering, Public Health & Epidemiology, Adult Nursing, Ancient Languages, Anthropology, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Accounting, Chemical Engineering, General Engineering, Mental Health Nursing, Safety & Mining Engineering, Creative Writing, English Language, Health & Social Care, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Clinical & Health Psychology, Nursing (General), Software Engineering, Developmental & Educational Psychology, Marketing, Biology, Healthcare Science, Pharmacology, Technology & Logistics, Childhood & Youth Studies, Drama & Theatre, Personal & Professional Development.

Only at The University of Edinburgh

Only at University of Lancashire

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 Lancashire
£17,330

University of Lancashire is about £12,270 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

The University of Edinburgh
No data
University of Lancashire
£19,250

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 Lancashire

  • Law

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
    86%Satisfaction87%

  • Computer Science

    £37,000Salary (3 years)£24,500
    74%Satisfaction71%

  • Medicine

    £48,500Salary (3 years)No data
    80%Satisfaction71%

  • Business Studies

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£35,000
    80%Satisfaction87%

  • Teacher Training

    £31,500Salary (3 years)£21,500
    92%Satisfaction96%

  • History

    £28,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    88%Satisfaction100%

  • Mathematics

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
    81%Satisfaction94%

  • Physics

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    85%Satisfaction86%

  • Sport & Exercise Sciences

    £27,500Salary (3 years)£20,500
    92%Satisfaction96%

  • Design & Fashion

    £20,000Salary (3 years)£19,500
    90%Satisfaction97%

  • Asian Languages & Studies

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£20,000
    78%Satisfaction78%

  • Psychology (General)

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£19,500
    83%Satisfaction90%

Showing the 12 largest of 33 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 Lancashire

Fee Waiver Scholarship for Sanctuary Seekers

100%

Deadline: N/A

Care-experienced and Estranged Student Graduation Bursary

£500

Deadline: N/A

Degree Apprentice Care Leaver Bursary

See details

Deadline: N/A

Estranged Student Support

See details

Deadline: N/A

Journalism Innovation and Leadership PGCert Scholarship

See details

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

The University of Edinburgh vs University of Lancashire: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £29,600 a year at The University of Edinburgh and £17,330 at University of Lancashire: University of Lancashire is about £12,270 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 Lancashire?

Both universities teach 62 subject areas: Law, Computer Science, Medicine, Business Studies, Teacher Training, History, Mathematics, Physics, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Design & Fashion, Asian Languages & Studies, Psychology (General) and 50 more.

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

Law graduates earn a median £26,500 three years after graduating from The University of Edinburgh, and £21,000 from University of Lancashire. Student satisfaction with teaching is 86% at The University of Edinburgh and 87% at University of Lancashire. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

The University of Edinburgh lists 936 courses on CourseOptions and University of Lancashire lists 363 courses.

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

The University of Edinburgh teaches 54 subject areas that University of Lancashire does not, including Theology & Religious Studies, German & Scandinavian Studies, French, Philosophy, African & Middle Eastern Studies, Classical Studies, Spanish & Portuguese, Biological Sciences (General) and 46 more.

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

University of Lancashire teaches 20 subject areas that The University of Edinburgh does not, including Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Games Design & Computer Animation, Dentistry, Forensic Science, Journalism, Midwifery, Fine Art, Human Resource Management and 12 more.

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