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University Centre South Devon

Paignton

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University of Strathclyde

Glasgow · QS World #230

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 5 datapoints

We looked at 5 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

1/5

University Centre South Devon

scored higher in 1 category

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4/5

Strathclyde

scored higher in 4 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Strathclyde leads in 4 of 5 categories where both have data (established, employment, graduate salary, courses). University Centre South Devon is ahead on satisfaction.

University Centre South Devon vs University of Strathclyde at a glance

University Centre South Devon and University of Strathclyde both teach 12 subject areas, the largest being Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Physics and Electronic & Electrical Engineering. University Centre South Devon offers 31 courses across 18 subject areas; University of Strathclyde offers 541 courses across 67 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £13,500 a year at University Centre South Devon and £22,750 at University of Strathclyde: University Centre South Devon is about £9,250 a year cheaper.

Of the 2 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Strathclyde is higher in 2 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 £33,500 from University of Strathclyde. Of the 4 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University Centre South Devon is higher in 2 and University of Strathclyde in 2.

World & National Rankings

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

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QS World
#230
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THE World
#351
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Guardian UK
#25
2006
Established
1796
No
Russell Group
No
Gold
TEF Rating
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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 Strathclyde

93.4%
89.6%

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%
84%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
18.8%

International

International student share

31
541

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

    Strathclyde

    86 countries · 18.8% international

    • 🇮🇳India31%
    • 🇨🇳China10.5%
    • 🌐Kuwait4.4%
    • 🇺🇸United States4.1%
    • 🌐Oman3.8%

    Subjects

    12 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 Strathclyde

    Only at University Centre South Devon

    Only at University of Strathclyde

    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 Strathclyde
    £22,750

    University Centre South Devon is about £9,250 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    University Centre South Devon
    No data
    University of Strathclyde
    £30,250

    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 Strathclyde

    • Computer Science

      £19,000Salary (3 years)£33,500
      87%Satisfaction82%

    • Psychology (General)

      No dataSalary (3 years)£23,500
      100%Satisfaction88%

    • Design & Fashion

      £14,500Salary (3 years)No data
      87%Satisfaction98%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £17,000Salary (3 years)£23,000
      90%Satisfaction91%

    Scholarships for International Students

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    FAQ

    University Centre South Devon vs University of Strathclyde: common questions

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

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £13,500 a year at University Centre South Devon and £22,750 at University of Strathclyde: University Centre South Devon is about £9,250 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 Strathclyde?

    Both universities teach 12 subject areas: Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Physics, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Childhood & Youth Studies, Computer Science, General Engineering, Media & Film Studies, Psychology (General), Management, Design & Fashion, Marine Engineering & Technology and Sport & Exercise Sciences.

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

    Computer Science graduates earn a median £19,000 three years after graduating from University Centre South Devon, and £33,500 from University of Strathclyde. Student satisfaction with teaching is 87% at University Centre South Devon and 82% at University of Strathclyde. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

    University of Strathclyde lists 541 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 Strathclyde?

    University Centre South Devon teaches 6 subject areas that University of Strathclyde does not, including Animal Science, Health & Social Care, Healthcare Science, Social Sciences (General), Creative Arts (General) and Music.

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

    University of Strathclyde teaches 55 subject areas that University Centre South Devon does not, including Teacher Training, Law, English Studies, Education Studies, Chemistry, History, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering and 47 more.

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