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University Centre South Devon

Paignton

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University of Manchester

Manchester · QS World #40

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

VS

5/8

Manchester

scored higher in 5 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Manchester 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 Manchester at a glance

University Centre South Devon and University of Manchester both teach 13 subject areas, the largest being Physics, Management and Electronic & Electrical Engineering. University Centre South Devon offers 31 courses across 18 subject areas; University of Manchester offers 1,041 courses across 116 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £13,500 a year at University Centre South Devon and £32,300 at University of Manchester: University Centre South Devon is about £18,800 a year cheaper.

Of the 5 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Manchester is higher in 5 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 £44,000 from University of Manchester. Of the 6 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University Centre South Devon is higher in 4 and University of Manchester in 0, with 2 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

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QS World
#40
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THE World
#56
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Guardian UK
#29
2006
Established
1824
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 Manchester

93.4%
85.1%

Satisfaction

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

£25,200
£36,500

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

82.6%
80%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
40%

International

International student share

31
1041

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

0
6

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

    Manchester

    120 countries · 40% international

    • 🇨🇳China51%
    • 🇮🇳India7.6%
    • 🇲🇾Malaysia4.9%
    • 🇸🇦Saudi Arabia3.1%
    • 🇭🇰Hong Kong2.5%

    Subjects

    13 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 Manchester

    Only at University Centre South Devon

    Only at University of Manchester

    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 Manchester
    £32,300

    University Centre South Devon is about £18,800 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    University Centre South Devon
    No data
    University of Manchester
    £26,800

    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 Manchester

    • Management

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£29,000
      97%Satisfaction84%

    • Healthcare Science

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£26,000
      99%Satisfaction86%

    • Design & Fashion

      £14,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
      87%Satisfaction88%

    • Music

      £14,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
      91%Satisfaction91%

    • Psychology (General)

      No dataSalary (3 years)£23,500
      100%Satisfaction84%

    • Computer Science

      £19,000Salary (3 years)£44,000
      87%Satisfaction82%

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    University Centre South Devon

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    University of Manchester

    Spärck AI Scholarship

    £20,780

    Deadline: N/A

    The Sadler Bursary

    £10,000

    Deadline: N/A

    The Bason Family Bursary

    £6,000

    Deadline: N/A

    The Cowrie Foundation Scholarships

    £6,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Accommodation Bursary

    £2,050

    Deadline: Jul 2026

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    FAQ

    University Centre South Devon vs University of Manchester: common questions

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

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £13,500 a year at University Centre South Devon and £32,300 at University of Manchester: University Centre South Devon is about £18,800 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 Manchester?

    Both universities teach 13 subject areas: Physics, Management, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Healthcare Science, Media & Film Studies, Childhood & Youth Studies, Design & Fashion, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Music, Psychology (General), Computer Science, Health & Social Care and 1 more.

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

    Management graduates earn a median £21,000 three years after graduating from University Centre South Devon, and £29,000 from University of Manchester. Student satisfaction with teaching is 97% at University Centre South Devon and 84% at University of Manchester. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

    University of Manchester lists 1,041 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 Manchester?

    University Centre South Devon teaches 5 subject areas that University of Manchester does not, including Animal Science, Marine Engineering & Technology, Social Sciences (General), Sport & Exercise Sciences and Creative Arts (General).

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

    University of Manchester teaches 103 subject areas that University Centre South Devon does not, including Politics & International Relations, Chemical Engineering, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Dentistry, Economics, Chemistry, Mathematics and 95 more.

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    University Centre South Devon31 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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