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University of Bristol

Bristol · QS World #57

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University of Northampton

Northampton · QS World #1201

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 11 datapoints

We looked at 11 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

10/11

Bristol

scored higher in 10 categories

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1/11

Northampton

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

University of Bristol leads in 10 of 11 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, established, satisfaction, international, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). University of Northampton is ahead on employment.

University of Bristol vs University of Northampton at a glance

University of Bristol and University of Northampton both teach 37 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Law and Business & Management (General). University of Bristol offers 479 courses across 83 subject areas; University of Northampton offers 221 courses across 60 subject areas.

For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £28,460 a year at University of Bristol and £19,000 at University of Northampton: University of Northampton is about £9,460 a year cheaper.

Of the 24 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Bristol is higher in 22 and University of Northampton in 2. The widest gap is in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning: £48,000 three years after graduating from University of Bristol, against £24,000 from University of Northampton. Of the 25 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Northampton is higher in 13 and University of Bristol in 12.

World & National Rankings

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

#57
QS World
#1201
#80
THE World
#1501
#13
Guardian UK
#93
1876
Established
1975
Yes
Russell Group
No
Silver
TEF Rating
Silver

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

University of Bristol

University of Northampton

88%
86%

Satisfaction

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

£43,100
£29,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

77.4%
82.4%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

33.6%
16.4%

International

International student share

479
221

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

54
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.

Bristol

104 countries · 33.6% international

  • 🇨🇳China53.5%
  • 🇮🇳India7.2%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong3.8%
  • 🇲🇾Malaysia3.6%
  • 🇸🇬Singapore2.8%
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Northampton

35 countries · 16.4% international

  • 🇵🇰Pakistan27%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria18.2%
  • 🇮🇳India14.2%
  • 🌐Nepal8.3%
  • 🇬🇭Ghana4.1%

Subjects

37 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 Bristol

University of Northampton

Also taught at both: Biochemistry, English Studies, Film Production & Cinematography, General Engineering, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Physical Geography & Climate, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Drama & Theatre, Biomedical Sciences, Mechanical Engineering, Social Work, Human Resource Management, Media & Film Studies, Biology, Business Studies, Childhood & Youth Studies, Pharmacology, Health & Social Care, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Computing & IT, Information Systems & Data Science, Public Health & Epidemiology.

Only at University of Bristol

Only at University of Northampton

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 Bristol
£31,300
University of Northampton
No data

We do not have reliable international fee data for University of Northampton yet.

Postgraduate

University of Bristol
£28,460
University of Northampton
£19,000

University of Northampton is about £9,460 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 Bristol

University of Northampton

  • Computer Science

    £48,000Salary (3 years)£26,000
    93%Satisfaction75%

  • Law

    £35,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    87%Satisfaction81%

  • Design & Fashion

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£20,000
    89%Satisfaction91%

  • Psychology (General)

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£22,000
    89%Satisfaction72%

  • Education Studies

    No dataSalary (3 years)£20,000
    88%Satisfaction94%

  • Social Policy & Public Policy

    £27,500Salary (3 years)£22,000
    85%Satisfaction98%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £36,000Salary (3 years)£31,500
    83%Satisfaction78%

  • Music

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£18,500
    99%Satisfaction86%

  • Accounting

    £33,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
    86%Satisfaction88%

  • Finance & Actuarial Science

    £40,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
    80%Satisfaction83%

  • History

    £28,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
    90%Satisfaction93%

  • Marketing

    £40,500Salary (3 years)£25,500
    87%Satisfaction89%

Showing the 12 largest of 25 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

University of Bristol

Black Heritage PhD Scholarships

100%

Deadline: N/A

Black heritage PhD scholarships

100%

Deadline: N/A

Bristol Postgraduate Research Scholarships

100%

Deadline: N/A

Bristol Postgraduate Research Scholarships for applicants of Black heritage

100%

Deadline: N/A

British Council scholarships for Women

100%

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

University of Bristol vs University of Northampton: common questions

Is University of Bristol or University of Northampton cheaper for international students?

For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £28,460 a year at University of Bristol and £19,000 at University of Northampton: University of Northampton is about £9,460 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 Bristol and University of Northampton?

Both universities teach 37 subject areas: Computer Science, Law, Business & Management (General), Design & Fashion, Psychology (General), Education Studies, Politics & International Relations, Social Policy & Public Policy, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Music, Accounting, Finance & Actuarial Science and 25 more.

Is University of Bristol or University of Northampton better for Computer Science?

Computer Science graduates earn a median £48,000 three years after graduating from University of Bristol, and £26,000 from University of Northampton. Student satisfaction with teaching is 93% at University of Bristol and 75% at University of Northampton. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does University of Bristol or University of Northampton offer more courses?

University of Bristol lists 479 courses on CourseOptions and University of Northampton lists 221 courses.

What can you study at University of Bristol but not at University of Northampton?

University of Bristol teaches 46 subject areas that University of Northampton does not, including Mathematics, Economics, Management, Physics, Anatomy & Pathology, Dentistry, Geology & Earth Sciences, Chemistry and 38 more.

What can you study at University of Northampton but not at University of Bristol?

University of Northampton teaches 23 subject areas that University of Bristol does not, including Games Design & Computer Animation, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Applied Psychology, Fine Art, Journalism, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Mental Health Nursing and 15 more.

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