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University Centre South Devon

Paignton

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University of Leeds

Leeds · QS World #77

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.

2/8

University Centre South Devon

scored higher in 2 categories

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6/8

Leeds

scored higher in 6 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Leeds leads in 6 of 8 categories where both have data (Russell Group, established, employment, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). University Centre South Devon is ahead on TEF, satisfaction.

University Centre South Devon vs University of Leeds at a glance

University Centre South Devon and University of Leeds both teach 15 subject areas, the largest being Physics, Computer Science and Design & Fashion. University Centre South Devon offers 31 courses across 18 subject areas; University of Leeds offers 579 courses across 110 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £13,500 a year at University Centre South Devon and £33,700 at University of Leeds: University Centre South Devon is about £20,200 a year cheaper.

Of the 6 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Leeds is higher in 6 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 £42,000 from University of Leeds. Of the 9 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University Centre South Devon is higher in 8 and University of Leeds in 0, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

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QS World
#77
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THE World
#118
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Guardian UK
#15
2006
Established
1904
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 Leeds

93.4%
85.7%

Satisfaction

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

£25,200
£37,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

82.6%
82.7%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
31.5%

International

International student share

31
579

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

0
13

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

    Leeds

    105 countries · 31.5% international

    • 🇨🇳China49.5%
    • 🇮🇳India9.6%
    • 🇸🇦Saudi Arabia3.9%
    • 🇲🇾Malaysia3.4%
    • 🇭🇰Hong Kong2.8%

    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 Leeds

    Only at University Centre South Devon

    Only at University of Leeds

    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 Leeds
    £33,700

    University Centre South Devon is about £20,200 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    University Centre South Devon
    No data
    University of Leeds
    £31,500

    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 Leeds

    • Computer Science

      £19,000Salary (3 years)£42,000
      87%Satisfaction79%

    • Design & Fashion

      £14,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
      87%Satisfaction87%

    • Music

      £14,500Salary (3 years)£21,500
      91%Satisfaction87%

    • Management

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£33,000
      97%Satisfaction83%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £17,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
      90%Satisfaction75%

    • Childhood & Youth Studies

      No dataSalary (3 years)£27,500
      99%Satisfaction83%

    • Psychology (General)

      No dataSalary (3 years)£25,000
      100%Satisfaction91%

    • Social Sciences (General)

      No dataSalary (3 years)£25,000
      100%Satisfaction93%

    • Healthcare Science

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£33,000
      99%Satisfaction90%

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    University Centre South Devon

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    University of Leeds

    Gazan Humanitarian Scholarship

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    Gazan Humanitarian Scholarship

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    Global Community Bursary

    £10,000

    Deadline: Jun 2026

    Sanctuary Scholarship

    £10,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Sanctuary Scholarship

    £10,000

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    University Centre South Devon vs University of Leeds: common questions

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

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £13,500 a year at University Centre South Devon and £33,700 at University of Leeds: University Centre South Devon is about £20,200 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 Leeds?

    Both universities teach 15 subject areas: Physics, Computer Science, Design & Fashion, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Music, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Media & Film Studies, Management, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Childhood & Youth Studies, Health & Social Care, Psychology (General) and 3 more.

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

    Computer Science graduates earn a median £19,000 three years after graduating from University Centre South Devon, and £42,000 from University of Leeds. Student satisfaction with teaching is 87% at University Centre South Devon and 79% at University of Leeds. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

    University of Leeds lists 579 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 Leeds?

    University Centre South Devon teaches 3 subject areas that University of Leeds does not, including Animal Science, Marine Engineering & Technology and Creative Arts (General).

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

    University of Leeds teaches 95 subject areas that University Centre South Devon does not, including Civil Engineering, Chemistry, Business Studies, Politics & International Relations, Economics, Law, Mathematics, Sociology & Criminology and 87 more.

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