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University of Bath

Bath · QS World #125

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University of Cambridge

Cambridge · QS World #6

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 10 datapoints

We looked at 10 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

2/10

Bath

scored higher in 2 categories

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8/10

Cambridge

scored higher in 8 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Cambridge leads in 8 of 10 categories where both have data (ranking, established, satisfaction, international, graduate salary, courses). University of Bath is ahead on employment, scholarship.

University of Bath vs University of Cambridge at a glance

University of Bath and University of Cambridge both teach 34 subject areas, the largest being Mathematics, Physics and Computer Science. University of Bath offers 303 courses across 49 subject areas; University of Cambridge offers 336 courses across 79 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £32,000 a year at University of Bath and £32,890 at University of Cambridge: University of Bath is about £890 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £29,500 a year at University of Bath and £41,300 at University of Cambridge: University of Bath is about £11,800 a year cheaper.

Of the 7 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Cambridge is higher in 6 and University of Bath in 1. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £39,000 three years after graduating from University of Bath, against £63,500 from University of Cambridge. Of the 6 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Cambridge is higher in 5 and University of Bath in 0, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#125
QS World
#6
#251
THE World
#3
#7
Guardian UK
#2
1966
Established
1209
Yes
Russell Group
Yes
Gold
TEF Rating
Gold

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.

University of Bath

University of Cambridge

88.6%
92.1%

Satisfaction

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

£47,400
£49,800

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

80.9%
76.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

23.8%
32.2%

International

International student share

303
336

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

25
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.

Bath

96 countries · 23.8% international

  • 🇮🇳India15.2%
  • 🇨🇳China9.7%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong8.2%
  • 🇹🇭Thailand7.1%
  • 🇪🇸Spain5.2%
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Cambridge

96 countries · 32.2% international

  • 🇨🇳China28.2%
  • 🇺🇸United States10.3%
  • 🇸🇬Singapore6.6%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong5.3%
  • 🇮🇳India4.7%

Subjects

34 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 of Bath

University of Cambridge

Also taught at both: Psychology (General), Architecture, Biochemistry, Biology, International Development, Education Studies, Finance & Actuarial Science, Ancient Languages, Social Policy & Public Policy, Biotechnology, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Aerospace Engineering, Medicine, Pharmacology, Health & Social Care, Building & Construction, Clinical & Health Psychology, Business Studies, Statistics.

Only at University of Bath

Only at University of Cambridge

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 of Bath
£32,000
University of Cambridge
£32,890

University of Bath is about £890 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

University of Bath
£29,500
University of Cambridge
£41,300

University of Bath is about £11,800 a year cheaper.

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 of Bath

University of Cambridge

  • Mathematics

    £38,500Salary (3 years)£44,500
    82%Satisfaction94%

  • Computer Science

    £39,000Salary (3 years)£63,500
    85%Satisfaction94%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £38,000Salary (3 years)£34,000
    90%SatisfactionNo data

  • Economics

    £45,500Salary (3 years)£59,500
    86%Satisfaction86%

  • Chemical Engineering

    £37,500Salary (3 years)£43,000
    90%Satisfaction94%

  • Psychology (General)

    £27,500Salary (3 years)£30,000
    90%Satisfaction92%

  • Architecture

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£38,000
    No dataSatisfaction88%

  • Education Studies

    No dataSalary (3 years)No data
    89%Satisfaction92%

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

University of Bath

Alumni Fund Post Graduate Sanctuary Scholarship

£20,780

Deadline: N/A

The Vice Chancellor's International Scholarships

£12,400

Deadline: N/A

Bath Global Excellence Scholarship

£10,000

Deadline: Jun 2026

British Council Scholarships for Women in STEM

100%

Deadline: N/A

GREAT Scholarships 2026

£10,000

Deadline: N/A

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University of Cambridge

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FAQ

University of Bath vs University of Cambridge: common questions

Is University of Bath or University of Cambridge cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £32,000 a year at University of Bath and £32,890 at University of Cambridge: University of Bath is about £890 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £29,500 a year at University of Bath and £41,300 at University of Cambridge: University of Bath is about £11,800 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 of Bath and University of Cambridge?

Both universities teach 34 subject areas: Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Politics & International Relations, Economics, Sociology & Criminology, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Chemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Childhood & Youth Studies, Management, Civil Engineering and 22 more.

Is University of Bath or University of Cambridge better for Mathematics?

Mathematics graduates earn a median £38,500 three years after graduating from University of Bath, and £44,500 from University of Cambridge. Student satisfaction with teaching is 82% at University of Bath and 94% at University of Cambridge. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does University of Bath or University of Cambridge offer more courses?

University of Cambridge lists 336 courses on CourseOptions and University of Bath lists 303 courses.

What can you study at University of Bath but not at University of Cambridge?

University of Bath teaches 15 subject areas that University of Cambridge does not, including Mechanical Engineering, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Social Sciences (General), Accounting, Business Information Systems, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Natural Sciences, Pharmacy and 7 more.

What can you study at University of Cambridge but not at University of Bath?

University of Cambridge teaches 45 subject areas that University of Bath does not, including Biological Sciences (General), History, Asian Languages & Studies, General Engineering, Law, Archaeology, Clinical Specialities, Philosophy and 37 more.

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University of Bath303 courses · 25 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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