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University of Bristol

Bristol · QS World #57

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University of Strathclyde

Glasgow · QS World #230

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.

7/11

Bristol

scored higher in 7 categories

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4/11

Strathclyde

scored higher in 4 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Bristol leads in 7 of 11 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, international, graduate salary, scholarship). University of Strathclyde is ahead on established, satisfaction, employment, courses.

University of Bristol vs University of Strathclyde at a glance

University of Bristol and University of Strathclyde both teach 48 subject areas, the largest being Law, Mathematics and Physics. University of Bristol offers 479 courses across 83 subject areas; University of Strathclyde offers 541 courses across 67 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £31,300 a year at University of Bristol and £22,750 at University of Strathclyde: University of Strathclyde is about £8,550 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £28,460 a year at University of Bristol and £30,250 at University of Strathclyde: University of Bristol is about £1,790 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 Strathclyde in 2. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £48,000 three years after graduating from University of Bristol, against £33,500 from University of Strathclyde. Of the 26 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Strathclyde is higher in 17 and University of Bristol in 8, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#57
QS World
#230
#80
THE World
#351
#13
Guardian UK
#25
1876
Established
1796
Yes
Russell Group
No
Silver
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 of Bristol

University of Strathclyde

88%
89.6%

Satisfaction

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

£43,100
£37,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

77.4%
84%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

33.6%
18.8%

International

International student share

479
541

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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Strathclyde

86 countries · 18.8% international

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

Subjects

48 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 Strathclyde

Also taught at both: Business & Management (General), Finance & Actuarial Science, General Engineering, Psychology (General), Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biochemistry, Childhood & Youth Studies, Marketing, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Business Studies, French, Geology & Earth Sciences, Media & Film Studies, Statistics, Social Work, Sociology & Criminology, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Biomedical Sciences, Human Resource Management, Design & Fashion, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Spanish & Portuguese, Human Geography & Environment, Information & Library Studies, Pharmacology, Aerospace Engineering, Software Engineering, Humanities, Applied & General Science, Creative Writing, Information Systems & Data Science, Public Health & Epidemiology.

Only at University of Bristol

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 of Bristol
£31,300
University of Strathclyde
£22,750

University of Strathclyde is about £8,550 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

University of Bristol
£28,460
University of Strathclyde
£30,250

University of Bristol is about £1,790 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 Strathclyde

  • Law

    £35,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    87%Satisfaction94%

  • Mathematics

    £34,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
    87%Satisfaction87%

  • Physics

    £34,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
    89%Satisfaction92%

  • Economics

    £42,000Salary (3 years)£32,000
    81%Satisfaction84%

  • English Studies

    £28,500Salary (3 years)£22,000
    89%Satisfaction91%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£25,000
    89%Satisfaction91%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £36,000Salary (3 years)£34,000
    83%Satisfaction87%

  • Chemistry

    £35,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
    88%Satisfaction94%

  • Computer Science

    £48,000Salary (3 years)£33,500
    93%Satisfaction82%

  • Education Studies

    No dataSalary (3 years)£25,500
    88%Satisfaction90%

  • History

    £28,500Salary (3 years)£22,000
    90%Satisfaction94%

  • Social Policy & Public Policy

    £27,500Salary (3 years)£29,000
    85%Satisfaction89%

Showing the 12 largest of 26 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 Strathclyde: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £31,300 a year at University of Bristol and £22,750 at University of Strathclyde: University of Strathclyde is about £8,550 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £28,460 a year at University of Bristol and £30,250 at University of Strathclyde: University of Bristol is about £1,790 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 Strathclyde?

Both universities teach 48 subject areas: Law, Mathematics, Physics, Economics, English Studies, Politics & International Relations, Management, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Chemistry, Computer Science, Education Studies, History and 36 more.

Is University of Bristol or University of Strathclyde better for Law?

Law graduates earn a median £35,000 three years after graduating from University of Bristol, and £26,500 from University of Strathclyde. Student satisfaction with teaching is 87% at University of Bristol and 94% at University of Strathclyde. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Strathclyde lists 541 courses on CourseOptions and University of Bristol lists 479 courses.

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

University of Bristol teaches 35 subject areas that University of Strathclyde does not, including Anatomy & Pathology, Dentistry, Ancient Languages, Philosophy, Music, Physical Geography & Climate, Drama & Theatre, Film Production & Cinematography and 27 more.

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

University of Strathclyde teaches 19 subject areas that University of Bristol does not, including Teacher Training, Chemical Engineering, Naval Architecture, Personal & Professional Development, Pharmacy, Biomedical Engineering, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Architecture and 11 more.

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University of Bristol479 courses · 54 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Strathclyde541 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses