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University Centre South Devon

Paignton

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University of Bristol

Bristol · QS World #57

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 8 datapoints

We looked at 8 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

3/8

University Centre South Devon

scored higher in 3 categories

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5/8

Bristol

scored higher in 5 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Bristol leads in 5 of 8 categories where both have data (Russell Group, established, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). University Centre South Devon is ahead on TEF, satisfaction, employment.

University Centre South Devon vs University of Bristol at a glance

University Centre South Devon and University of Bristol both teach 15 subject areas, the largest being Physics, Management and Computer Science. University Centre South Devon offers 31 courses across 18 subject areas; University of Bristol offers 479 courses across 83 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £13,500 a year at University Centre South Devon and £31,300 at University of Bristol: University Centre South Devon is about £17,800 a year cheaper.

Of the 4 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Bristol is higher in 4 and University Centre South Devon in 0. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £19,000 three years after graduating from University Centre South Devon, against £48,000 from University of Bristol. Of the 5 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Bristol is higher in 3 and University Centre South Devon in 2.

World & National Rankings

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

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QS World
#57
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THE World
#80
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Guardian UK
#13
2006
Established
1876
No
Russell Group
Yes
Gold
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 South Devon

University of Bristol

93.4%
88%

Satisfaction

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

£25,200
£43,100

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

82.6%
77.4%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
33.6%

International

International student share

31
479

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

0
54

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 South Devon

No published data on international students

    VS

    Bristol

    104 countries · 33.6% international

    • 🇨🇳China53.5%
    • 🇮🇳India7.2%
    • 🇭🇰Hong Kong3.8%
    • 🇲🇾Malaysia3.6%
    • 🇸🇬Singapore2.8%

    Subjects

    15 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 South Devon

    University of Bristol

    Only at University Centre South Devon

    Only at University of Bristol

    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 South Devon
    £13,500
    University of Bristol
    £31,300

    University Centre South Devon is about £17,800 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    University Centre South Devon
    No data
    University of Bristol
    £28,460

    We do not have reliable international fee data for University Centre South Devon 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 South Devon

    University of Bristol

    • Management

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£44,000
      97%Satisfaction84%

    • Computer Science

      £19,000Salary (3 years)£48,000
      87%Satisfaction93%

    • Psychology (General)

      No dataSalary (3 years)£26,500
      100%Satisfaction89%

    • Music

      £14,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
      91%Satisfaction99%

    • Design & Fashion

      £14,500Salary (3 years)£23,000
      87%Satisfaction89%

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    University Centre South Devon

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    University of Bristol

    Black Heritage PhD Scholarships

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    Black heritage PhD scholarships

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    Bristol Postgraduate Research Scholarships

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    Bristol Postgraduate Research Scholarships for applicants of Black heritage

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    British Council scholarships for Women

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    University Centre South Devon vs University of Bristol: common questions

    Is University Centre South Devon or University of Bristol cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £13,500 a year at University Centre South Devon and £31,300 at University of Bristol: University Centre South Devon is about £17,800 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 South Devon and University of Bristol?

    Both universities teach 15 subject areas: Physics, Management, Computer Science, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Psychology (General), General Engineering, Music, Design & Fashion, Healthcare Science, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Media & Film Studies, Animal Science and 3 more.

    Is University Centre South Devon or University of Bristol better for Management?

    Management graduates earn a median £21,000 three years after graduating from University Centre South Devon, and £44,000 from University of Bristol. Student satisfaction with teaching is 97% at University Centre South Devon and 84% at University of Bristol. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does University Centre South Devon or University of Bristol offer more courses?

    University of Bristol lists 479 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre South Devon lists 31 courses.

    What can you study at University Centre South Devon but not at University of Bristol?

    University Centre South Devon teaches 3 subject areas that University of Bristol does not, including Marine Engineering & Technology, Sport & Exercise Sciences and Creative Arts (General).

    What can you study at University of Bristol but not at University Centre South Devon?

    University of Bristol teaches 68 subject areas that University Centre South Devon does not, including Mathematics, Economics, Anatomy & Pathology, Law, Politics & International Relations, Social Policy & Public Policy, Dentistry, Geology & Earth Sciences and 60 more.

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    University Centre South Devon31 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University of Bristol479 courses · 54 scholarshipsBrowse Courses