Skip to main content

Compare any two UK universities

Select any two universities below and we'll generate an instant, data-driven comparison — rankings, salaries, student satisfaction, international community, and more.

U
Ulster University

Belfast · QS World #595

U
University of Leicester

Leicester · QS World #314

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 9 datapoints

We looked at 9 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

3/9

Ulster

scored higher in 3 categories

VS

6/9

Leicester

scored higher in 6 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Leicester leads in 6 of 9 categories where both have data (ranking, established, courses, scholarship). Ulster University is ahead on satisfaction, employment, international.

Ulster University vs University of Leicester at a glance

Ulster University and University of Leicester both teach 39 subject areas, the largest being Law, Computer Science and Sociology & Criminology. Ulster University offers 170 courses across 66 subject areas; University of Leicester offers 351 courses across 72 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,490 a year at Ulster University and £25,100 at University of Leicester: Ulster University is about £7,610 a year cheaper.

Of the 26 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Leicester is higher in 15 and Ulster University in 10, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#595
QS World
#314
#601
THE World
#192
#60
Guardian UK
#30
1968
Established
1921
No
Russell Group
No
—
TEF Rating
Gold

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Ulster University

University of Leicester

86.4%
86.2%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£35,400

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

84.6%
79%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

32.5%
19.3%

International

International student share

170
351

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

0
28

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.

Ulster

45 countries · 32.5% international

  • 🇵🇰Pakistan27.8%
  • 🇮🇪Ireland21.4%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria16.1%
  • 🇮🇳India12.6%
  • 🇧🇩Bangladesh8.6%
VS

Leicester

81 countries · 19.3% international

  • 🇮🇳India36.3%
  • 🇨🇦Canada14.8%
  • 🇨🇳China9.4%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria5.9%
  • 🇦🇪United Arab Emirates1.9%

Subjects

39 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.

Ulster University

University of Leicester

Also taught at both: Geology & Earth Sciences, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Marketing, Psychology (General), English Studies, Civil Engineering, Health & Social Care, Software Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, English Literature, Film Production & Cinematography, Management, Physical Geography & Climate, Anatomy & Pathology, Environmental Sciences, Human Resource Management, Linguistics, Medical Imaging, Medicine, Pharmacy, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Medical Sciences, Optometry & Ophthalmics, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation.

Only at Ulster University

Only at University of Leicester

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

Ulster University
£17,490
University of Leicester
£25,100

Ulster University is about £7,610 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.

Ulster University

University of Leicester

  • Law

    No dataSalary (3 years)£25,000
    87%Satisfaction85%

  • Computer Science

    No dataSalary (3 years)£36,000
    79%Satisfaction83%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    No dataSalary (3 years)£24,000
    84%Satisfaction82%

  • Politics & International Relations

    No dataSalary (3 years)£26,500
    84%Satisfaction92%

  • History

    No dataSalary (3 years)£24,000
    92%Satisfaction94%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    No dataSalary (3 years)£30,000
    86%Satisfaction83%

  • General Engineering

    No dataSalary (3 years)£30,000
    77%Satisfaction83%

  • Media & Film Studies

    No dataSalary (3 years)£25,000
    82%Satisfaction93%

  • Mechanical Engineering

    No dataSalary (3 years)£30,500
    77%Satisfaction89%

  • Accounting

    No dataSalary (3 years)£27,500
    95%Satisfaction85%

  • Finance & Actuarial Science

    No dataSalary (3 years)£33,000
    84%Satisfaction88%

  • Journalism

    No dataSalary (3 years)£25,000
    82%Satisfaction65%

Showing the 12 largest of 26 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

Ulster University

View all scholarships →

University of Leicester

International Undergraduate Tuition Fee Waiver

100%

Deadline: N/A

ULSB International Deans Scholarship

£8,000

Deadline: N/A

Leicester-King Power Thai Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

International Postgraduate Taught Merit Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

International Undergraduate Merit Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

View all scholarships →

FAQ

Ulster University vs University of Leicester: common questions

Is Ulster University or University of Leicester cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,490 a year at Ulster University and £25,100 at University of Leicester: Ulster University is about £7,610 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 Ulster University and University of Leicester?

Both universities teach 39 subject areas: Law, Computer Science, Sociology & Criminology, Politics & International Relations, History, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, General Engineering, Media & Film Studies, Mechanical Engineering, Accounting, Finance & Actuarial Science, Journalism and 27 more.

Does Ulster University or University of Leicester offer more courses?

University of Leicester lists 351 courses on CourseOptions and Ulster University lists 170 courses.

What can you study at Ulster University but not at University of Leicester?

Ulster University teaches 27 subject areas that University of Leicester does not, including Design & Fashion, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Social Work, Irish Studies, Music, Building & Construction, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Nutrition & Dietetics and 19 more.

What can you study at University of Leicester but not at Ulster University?

University of Leicester teaches 33 subject areas that Ulster University does not, including Biological Sciences (General), Business & Management (General), Childhood & Youth Studies, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Ancient Languages, Aerospace Engineering and 25 more.

Ready to explore courses?

Browse available courses, check entry requirements, and find scholarships at each university.

U
Ulster University170 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
U
University of Leicester351 courses · 28 scholarshipsBrowse Courses