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University Centre South Devon

Paignton

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University of Hertfordshire

Hatfield · QS World #851

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 6 datapoints

We looked at 6 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

2/6

University Centre South Devon

scored higher in 2 categories

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4/6

Hertfordshire

scored higher in 4 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Hertfordshire leads in 4 of 6 categories where both have data (established, employment, graduate salary, courses). University Centre South Devon is ahead on TEF, satisfaction.

University Centre South Devon vs University of Hertfordshire at a glance

University Centre South Devon and University of Hertfordshire both teach 14 subject areas, the largest being Childhood & Youth Studies, Computer Science and Design & Fashion. University Centre South Devon offers 31 courses across 18 subject areas; University of Hertfordshire offers 468 courses across 86 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £13,500 a year at University Centre South Devon and £15,500 at University of Hertfordshire: University Centre South Devon is about £2,000 a year cheaper.

Of the 5 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Hertfordshire is higher in 5 and University Centre South Devon in 0. The widest gap is in Healthcare Science: £21,000 three years after graduating from University Centre South Devon, against £34,500 from University of Hertfordshire. Of the 6 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University Centre South Devon is higher in 5 and University of Hertfordshire in 1.

World & National Rankings

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

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QS World
#851
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THE World
#601
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Guardian UK
#69
2006
Established
1952
No
Russell Group
No
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 Hertfordshire

93.4%
86.4%

Satisfaction

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

£25,200
£32,800

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

82.6%
83.1%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
57.5%

International

International student share

31
468

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

0
0

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

    Hertfordshire

    77 countries · 57.5% international

    • 🇮🇳India44.6%
    • 🇵🇰Pakistan26.4%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria10.3%
    • 🇧🇩Bangladesh5.5%
    • 🇨🇳China1.8%

    Subjects

    14 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 Hertfordshire

    Only at University Centre South Devon

    Only at University of Hertfordshire

    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 Hertfordshire
    £15,500

    University Centre South Devon is about £2,000 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    University Centre South Devon
    No data
    University of Hertfordshire
    £18,000

    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 Hertfordshire

    • Computer Science

      £19,000Salary (3 years)£32,000
      87%Satisfaction78%

    • Design & Fashion

      £14,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
      87%Satisfaction88%

    • Psychology (General)

      No dataSalary (3 years)£23,000
      100%Satisfaction86%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £17,000Salary (3 years)£25,000
      90%Satisfaction82%

    • Music

      £14,500Salary (3 years)£20,500
      91%Satisfaction88%

    • Healthcare Science

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£34,500
      99%Satisfaction88%

    Scholarships for International Students

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    FAQ

    University Centre South Devon vs University of Hertfordshire: common questions

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

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £13,500 a year at University Centre South Devon and £15,500 at University of Hertfordshire: University Centre South Devon is about £2,000 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 Hertfordshire?

    Both universities teach 14 subject areas: Childhood & Youth Studies, Computer Science, Design & Fashion, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Psychology (General), Sport & Exercise Sciences, Music, Media & Film Studies, Physics, General Engineering, Health & Social Care, Electronic & Electrical Engineering and 2 more.

    Is University Centre South Devon or University of Hertfordshire better for Computer Science?

    Computer Science graduates earn a median £19,000 three years after graduating from University Centre South Devon, and £32,000 from University of Hertfordshire. Student satisfaction with teaching is 87% at University Centre South Devon and 78% at University of Hertfordshire. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

    University of Hertfordshire lists 468 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 Hertfordshire?

    University Centre South Devon teaches 4 subject areas that University of Hertfordshire does not, including Animal Science, Marine Engineering & Technology, Creative Arts (General) and Management.

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

    University of Hertfordshire teaches 72 subject areas that University Centre South Devon does not, including Business & Management (General), Law, Business Studies, Aerospace Engineering, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Clinical Specialities, Politics & International Relations, Biotechnology and 64 more.

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