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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 Strathclyde

Glasgow · QS World #230

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

Strathclyde

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 Strathclyde is ahead on satisfaction, employment.

The University of Edinburgh vs University of Strathclyde at a glance

The University of Edinburgh and University of Strathclyde both teach 57 subject areas, the largest being Teacher Training, Law and Computer Science. The University of Edinburgh offers 936 courses across 116 subject areas; University of Strathclyde offers 541 courses across 67 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £29,600 a year at The University of Edinburgh and £22,750 at University of Strathclyde: University of Strathclyde is about £6,850 a year cheaper.

Of the 27 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, The University of Edinburgh is higher in 21 and University of Strathclyde in 4, with 2 about level. The widest gap is in History: £28,000 three years after graduating from The University of Edinburgh, against £22,000 from University of Strathclyde. Of the 29 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Strathclyde is higher in 22 and The University of Edinburgh in 4, with 3 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#35
QS World
#230
#29
THE World
#351
#17
Guardian UK
#25
1583
Established
1796
Yes
Russell Group
No
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TEF Rating
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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 Strathclyde

85.3%
89.6%

Satisfaction

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

£37,600
£37,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

83%
84%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

41.6%
18.8%

International

International student share

936
541

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

112
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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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Strathclyde

86 countries · 18.8% international

  • 🇮🇳India31%
  • 🇨🇳China10.5%
  • 🌐Kuwait4.4%
  • 🇺🇸United States4.1%
  • 🌐Oman3.8%

Subjects

57 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 Strathclyde

Also taught at both: Psychology (General), Social Policy & Public Policy, Sociology & Criminology, Design & Fashion, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Media & Film Studies, Microbiology & Cell Biology, General Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Childhood & Youth Studies, Finance & Actuarial Science, Accounting, Business & Management (General), Geology & Earth Sciences, Architecture, Statistics, Marketing, Social Work, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Clinical Specialities, Human Geography & Environment, Management, Personal & Professional Development, Public Health & Epidemiology, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Operational Research, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Information Systems & Data Science, Biotechnology, Building & Construction, Clinical & Health Psychology, Creative Writing, Software Engineering, Humanities, Pharmacology, Aerospace Engineering, Mental Health Nursing.

Only at The University of Edinburgh

Only at University of Strathclyde

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 Strathclyde
£22,750

University of Strathclyde is about £6,850 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

The University of Edinburgh
No data
University of Strathclyde
£30,250

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 Strathclyde

  • Teacher Training

    £31,500Salary (3 years)£31,000
    92%Satisfaction93%

  • Law

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
    86%Satisfaction94%

  • Computer Science

    £37,000Salary (3 years)£33,500
    74%Satisfaction82%

  • History

    £28,000Salary (3 years)£22,000
    88%Satisfaction94%

  • Mathematics

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    81%Satisfaction87%

  • Physics

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
    85%Satisfaction92%

  • Business Studies

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£29,000
    80%Satisfaction81%

  • French

    £28,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    87%Satisfaction95%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £34,000Salary (3 years)£34,000
    81%Satisfaction87%

  • Chemistry

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
    89%Satisfaction94%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£25,000
    87%Satisfaction91%

  • Spanish & Portuguese

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    81%Satisfaction99%

Showing the 12 largest of 29 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 Strathclyde

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FAQ

The University of Edinburgh vs University of Strathclyde: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £29,600 a year at The University of Edinburgh and £22,750 at University of Strathclyde: University of Strathclyde is about £6,850 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 Strathclyde?

Both universities teach 57 subject areas: Teacher Training, Law, Computer Science, History, Mathematics, Physics, Business Studies, French, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Education Studies, Chemistry, Politics & International Relations and 45 more.

Is The University of Edinburgh or University of Strathclyde better for Teacher Training?

Teacher Training graduates earn a median £31,500 three years after graduating from The University of Edinburgh, and £31,000 from University of Strathclyde. Student satisfaction with teaching is 92% at The University of Edinburgh and 93% at University of Strathclyde. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

The University of Edinburgh lists 936 courses on CourseOptions and University of Strathclyde lists 541 courses.

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

The University of Edinburgh teaches 59 subject areas that University of Strathclyde does not, including Theology & Religious Studies, German & Scandinavian Studies, Medicine, Philosophy, African & Middle Eastern Studies, Classical Studies, Biological Sciences (General), Veterinary Medicine and 51 more.

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

University of Strathclyde teaches 10 subject areas that The University of Edinburgh does not, including English Studies, Naval Architecture, Human Resource Management, Pharmacy, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Information & Library Studies, Marine Engineering & Technology, Planning & Housing and 2 more.

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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 of Strathclyde541 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses