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UCL (University College London)

Camden · QS World #8

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University of Lincoln

Lincoln · QS World #851

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 12 datapoints

We looked at 12 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

9/12

UCL (University College London)

scored higher in 9 categories

VS

3/12

Lincoln

scored higher in 3 categories

Quick Verdict

UCL (University College London) leads in 9 of 12 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, established, satisfaction, international, graduate salary, courses). University of Lincoln is ahead on TEF, employment, scholarship.

UCL (University College London) vs University of Lincoln at a glance

UCL (University College London) and University of Lincoln both teach 64 subject areas, the largest being Childhood & Youth Studies, Mathematics and Computer Science. UCL (University College London) offers 1,131 courses across 109 subject areas; University of Lincoln offers 343 courses across 81 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £29,800 a year at UCL (University College London) and £18,300 at University of Lincoln: University of Lincoln is about £11,500 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £34,700 a year at UCL (University College London) and £18,800 at University of Lincoln: University of Lincoln is about £15,900 a year cheaper.

Of the 25 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, UCL (University College London) is higher in 24 and University of Lincoln in 1. The widest gap is in Economics: £45,000 three years after graduating from UCL (University College London), against £23,000 from University of Lincoln. Of the 29 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, UCL (University College London) is higher in 17 and University of Lincoln in 11, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#8
QS World
#851
#22
THE World
#601
#9
Guardian UK
#38
1826
Established
1861
Yes
Russell Group
No
Silver
TEF Rating
Gold

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.

UCL (University College London)

University of Lincoln

86.5%
84.2%

Satisfaction

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

£46,400
£29,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

80.4%
83.3%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

51.9%
20.5%

International

International student share

1131
343

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

18
21

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.

UCL (University College London)

127 countries · 51.9% international

  • 🇨🇳China53.3%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong4.9%
  • 🇺🇸United States4.2%
  • 🇮🇳India3.4%
  • 🇸🇬Singapore2.4%
VS

Lincoln

47 countries · 20.5% international

  • 🇮🇳India34.9%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan24.4%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria22.2%
  • 🇻🇳Vietnam2.4%
  • 🇨🇳China2.2%

Subjects

64 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.

UCL (University College London)

University of Lincoln

Also taught at both: Philosophy, Architecture, History, General Engineering, Law, Chemical Engineering, Human Geography & Environment, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Mechanical Engineering, Media & Film Studies, Building & Construction, Geography (General), Biochemistry, Biology, Pharmacology, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Ecology & Conservation, Education Studies, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Classical Studies, Film Production & Cinematography, Forensic Science, Social Policy & Public Policy, Finance & Actuarial Science, Fine Art, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Zoology & Animal Biology, Computing & IT, Developmental & Educational Psychology, Medicine, Pharmacy, Social Sciences (General), Anatomy & Pathology, Biotechnology, English Studies, Mental Health Nursing, Music, Physical Geography & Climate, Theology & Religious Studies, Creative Writing, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Marketing, Accounting, Business Studies, English Literature, Heritage & Conservation, Landscape Architecture & Design, Games Design & Computer Animation, Performing Arts (General).

Only at UCL (University College London)

Only at University of Lincoln

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

UCL (University College London)
£29,800
University of Lincoln
£18,300

University of Lincoln is about £11,500 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

UCL (University College London)
£34,700
University of Lincoln
£18,800

University of Lincoln is about £15,900 a year cheaper.

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.

UCL (University College London)

University of Lincoln

  • Mathematics

    £41,000Salary (3 years)No data
    87%Satisfaction88%

  • Computer Science

    £51,000Salary (3 years)£29,500
    80%Satisfaction73%

  • Psychology (General)

    £27,500Salary (3 years)£21,500
    90%Satisfaction82%

  • Biomedical Sciences

    £34,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
    79%Satisfaction87%

  • Physics

    £42,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    83%Satisfaction89%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £28,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    87%Satisfaction73%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £33,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
    87%Satisfaction92%

  • Chemistry

    £34,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    84%Satisfaction77%

  • Economics

    £45,000Salary (3 years)£23,000
    79%Satisfaction75%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £40,000Salary (3 years)£30,500
    90%Satisfaction85%

  • Philosophy

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    88%Satisfaction93%

  • Architecture

    £27,000Salary (3 years)£25,000
    95%Satisfaction76%

Showing the 12 largest of 29 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

UCL (University College London)

Commercial Bar Opportunity Scholarship

£25,000

Deadline: N/A

AHRC Doctoral Landscape Award

100%

Deadline: N/A

UCL Department of Arts and Sciences (UASc) Interdisciplinary Excellence PhD Scholarship

100%

Deadline: N/A

Law Society Pro Bono Bursary

£250

Deadline: N/A

Alonso Gurmendi Dunkelberg, UCL Graduate Research Scholarship

See details

Deadline: N/A

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University of Lincoln

Chevening Scholarships

100%

Deadline: N/A

Canada Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

European Union Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

South Asia Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

South East Asia Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

UCL (University College London) vs University of Lincoln: common questions

Is UCL (University College London) or University of Lincoln cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £29,800 a year at UCL (University College London) and £18,300 at University of Lincoln: University of Lincoln is about £11,500 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £34,700 a year at UCL (University College London) and £18,800 at University of Lincoln: University of Lincoln is about £15,900 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 UCL (University College London) and University of Lincoln?

Both universities teach 64 subject areas: Childhood & Youth Studies, Mathematics, Computer Science, Psychology (General), Biomedical Sciences, Physics, Sociology & Criminology, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Politics & International Relations, Chemistry, Business & Management (General), Design & Fashion and 52 more.

Is UCL (University College London) or University of Lincoln better for Computer Science?

Computer Science graduates earn a median £51,000 three years after graduating from UCL (University College London), and £29,500 from University of Lincoln. Student satisfaction with teaching is 80% at UCL (University College London) and 73% at University of Lincoln. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does UCL (University College London) or University of Lincoln offer more courses?

UCL (University College London) lists 1,131 courses on CourseOptions and University of Lincoln lists 343 courses.

What can you study at UCL (University College London) but not at University of Lincoln?

UCL (University College London) teaches 45 subject areas that University of Lincoln does not, including German & Scandinavian Studies, Eastern European Languages, Ancient Languages, French, Planning & Housing, Civil Engineering, Italian, Management and 37 more.

What can you study at University of Lincoln but not at UCL (University College London)?

University of Lincoln teaches 17 subject areas that UCL (University College London) does not, including Animal Science, Journalism, Cultural Studies, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Drama & Theatre, Food Science, Human Resource Management, Counselling & Psychotherapy and 9 more.

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UCL (University College London)1,131 courses · 18 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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