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University Centre Somerset

Bridgwater

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University of Staffordshire

Stoke-on-Trent · Guardian UK #92

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 3 datapoints

We looked at 3 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

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University Centre Somerset

scored higher in 1 category

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2/3

Staffordshire

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Staffordshire leads in 2 of 3 categories where both have data (established, courses). University Centre Somerset is ahead on scholarship.

University Centre Somerset vs University of Staffordshire at a glance

University Centre Somerset and University of Staffordshire both teach 11 subject areas, the largest being Psychology (General), Sport & Exercise Sciences and Applied Computing. University Centre Somerset offers 27 courses across 14 subject areas; University of Staffordshire offers 287 courses across 52 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £13,500 a year at University Centre Somerset and £17,090 at University of Staffordshire: University Centre Somerset is about £3,590 a year cheaper.

Of the 6 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University Centre Somerset is higher in 3 and University of Staffordshire in 2, with 1 about level. The widest gap is in Mental Health Nursing: £19,000 three years after graduating from University Centre Somerset, against £27,500 from University of Staffordshire. Of the 2 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University Centre Somerset is higher in 1 and University of Staffordshire in 1.

World & National Rankings

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

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QS World
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THE World
#1201
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Guardian UK
#92
2015
Established
1914
No
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.

University Centre Somerset

University of Staffordshire

No data
83%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£26,300

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
87.1%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
4.1%

International

International student share

27
287

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

5
1

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.

University Centre Somerset

No published data on international students

    VS

    Staffordshire

    26 countries · 4.1% international

    • 🇵🇰Pakistan29.8%
    • 🇮🇳India19.9%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria9.2%
    • 🌐Sri Lanka5.7%
    • 🇧🇩Bangladesh2.8%

    Subjects

    11 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.

    University Centre Somerset

    University of Staffordshire

    Only at University Centre Somerset

    Only at University of Staffordshire

    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

    University Centre Somerset
    £13,500
    University of Staffordshire
    £17,090

    University Centre Somerset is about £3,590 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    University Centre Somerset
    No data
    University of Staffordshire
    £17,500

    We do not have reliable international fee data for University Centre Somerset 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.

    University Centre Somerset

    University of Staffordshire

    • Applied Computing

      £25,000Salary (3 years)£25,000
      91%Satisfaction82%

    • Manufacturing & Production Engineering

      £27,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
      No dataSatisfaction75%

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      £27,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
      No dataSatisfaction93%

    • Mechanical Engineering

      £27,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
      No dataSatisfaction85%

    • Adult Nursing

      £19,000Salary (3 years)£27,000
      86%Satisfaction87%

    • Mental Health Nursing

      £19,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
      86%SatisfactionNo data

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    University Centre Somerset

    Alumni Bursary

    £1,000

    Deadline: N/A

    HE Bursary

    £600

    Deadline: N/A

    Advanced Learner Loan Bursary

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

    HE Diagnostic Support Fund

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

    HE Technical Support Fund

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

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    University of Staffordshire

    Smart Scholarship

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    University Centre Somerset vs University of Staffordshire: common questions

    Is University Centre Somerset or University of Staffordshire cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £13,500 a year at University Centre Somerset and £17,090 at University of Staffordshire: University Centre Somerset is about £3,590 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 University Centre Somerset and University of Staffordshire?

    Both universities teach 11 subject areas: Psychology (General), Sport & Exercise Sciences, Applied Computing, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Adult Nursing, Childhood & Youth Studies, Crafts & Applied Arts, History and Mental Health Nursing.

    Is University Centre Somerset or University of Staffordshire better for Applied Computing?

    Applied Computing graduates earn a median £25,000 three years after graduating from University Centre Somerset, and £25,000 from University of Staffordshire. Student satisfaction with teaching is 91% at University Centre Somerset and 82% at University of Staffordshire. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does University Centre Somerset or University of Staffordshire offer more courses?

    University of Staffordshire lists 287 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre Somerset lists 27 courses.

    What can you study at University Centre Somerset but not at University of Staffordshire?

    University Centre Somerset teaches 3 subject areas that University of Staffordshire does not, including Agriculture & Land Management, Chemical Engineering and Computing & IT.

    What can you study at University of Staffordshire but not at University Centre Somerset?

    University of Staffordshire teaches 41 subject areas that University Centre Somerset does not, including Games Design & Computer Animation, Business & Management (General), Design & Fashion, Law, Film Production & Cinematography, Sociology & Criminology, Biomedical Sciences, Forensic Science and 33 more.

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