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University of Cambridge

Cambridge · QS World #6

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University of Dundee

Dundee · QS World #447

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.

8/10

Cambridge

scored higher in 8 categories

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2/10

Dundee

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

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

University of Cambridge vs University of Dundee at a glance

University of Cambridge and University of Dundee both teach 42 subject areas, the largest being Law, Economics and Biological Sciences (General). University of Cambridge offers 336 courses across 79 subject areas; University of Dundee offers 498 courses across 70 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £32,890 a year at University of Cambridge and £23,150 at University of Dundee: University of Dundee is about £9,740 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £41,300 a year at University of Cambridge and £23,700 at University of Dundee: University of Dundee is about £17,600 a year cheaper.

Of the 13 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Cambridge is higher in 13 and University of Dundee in 0. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £63,500 three years after graduating from University of Cambridge, against £30,000 from University of Dundee. Of the 12 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Cambridge is higher in 8 and University of Dundee in 4.

World & National Rankings

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

#6
QS World
#447
#3
THE World
#301
#2
Guardian UK
#37
1209
Established
1881
Yes
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 of Cambridge

University of Dundee

92.1%
90.1%

Satisfaction

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

£49,800
£35,000

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

76.6%
83.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

32.2%
17.8%

International

International student share

336
498

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.

Cambridge

96 countries · 32.2% international

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

Dundee

75 countries · 17.8% international

  • 🇮🇳India15.3%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria13.6%
  • 🇨🇳China10.3%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan6.1%
  • 🇲🇾Malaysia4.4%

Subjects

42 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 Cambridge

University of Dundee

Also taught at both: Computer Science, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Anatomy & Pathology, Management, Medicine, Architecture, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, General Engineering, Physics, Sociology & Criminology, Biology, Civil Engineering, Anthropology, Education Studies, Clinical Specialities, Planning & Housing, Biochemistry, Geography (General), Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Creative Writing, Humanities, Information & Library Studies, Media & Film Studies, Cognitive & Experimental Psychology, Information Systems & Data Science, Pharmacology, Zoology & Animal Biology.

Only at University of Cambridge

Only at University of Dundee

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 Cambridge
£32,890
University of Dundee
£23,150

University of Dundee is about £9,740 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

University of Cambridge
£41,300
University of Dundee
£23,700

University of Dundee is about £17,600 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 Cambridge

University of Dundee

  • Law

    £49,000Salary (3 years)£24,500
    96%Satisfaction92%

  • Economics

    £59,500Salary (3 years)£29,500
    86%Satisfaction74%

  • Biological Sciences (General)

    £35,000Salary (3 years)£27,000
    91%Satisfaction85%

  • History

    £32,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
    95%Satisfaction94%

  • Mathematics

    £44,500Salary (3 years)£26,000
    94%Satisfaction83%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £34,000Salary (3 years)£24,500
    No dataSatisfaction83%

  • Psychology (General)

    £30,000Salary (3 years)£20,500
    92%Satisfaction91%

  • Philosophy

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    93%Satisfaction95%

  • English Studies

    £27,500Salary (3 years)£20,000
    96%Satisfaction92%

  • Computer Science

    £63,500Salary (3 years)£30,000
    94%Satisfaction97%

  • Architecture

    £38,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
    88%Satisfaction96%

  • Planning & Housing

    £48,000Salary (3 years)£25,000
    89%Satisfaction100%

Showing the 12 largest of 13 shared subjects with published outcomes.

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FAQ

University of Cambridge vs University of Dundee: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £32,890 a year at University of Cambridge and £23,150 at University of Dundee: University of Dundee is about £9,740 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £41,300 a year at University of Cambridge and £23,700 at University of Dundee: University of Dundee is about £17,600 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 Cambridge and University of Dundee?

Both universities teach 42 subject areas: Law, Economics, Biological Sciences (General), History, Dentistry, Mathematics, Politics & International Relations, Psychology (General), Biomedical Sciences, Business Studies, Philosophy, Human Geography & Environment and 30 more.

Is University of Cambridge or University of Dundee better for Law?

Law graduates earn a median £49,000 three years after graduating from University of Cambridge, and £24,500 from University of Dundee. Student satisfaction with teaching is 96% at University of Cambridge and 92% at University of Dundee. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Dundee lists 498 courses on CourseOptions and University of Cambridge lists 336 courses.

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

University of Cambridge teaches 37 subject areas that University of Dundee does not, including Asian Languages & Studies, Childhood & Youth Studies, Archaeology, Genetics & Genomics, Theology & Religious Studies, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Chemical Engineering, Veterinary Medicine and 29 more.

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

University of Dundee teaches 28 subject areas that University of Cambridge does not, including Environmental Sciences, Design & Fashion, Nursing (General), Accounting, Ecology & Conservation, Teacher Training, Forensic Science, Business Information Systems and 20 more.

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