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University of Cambridge

Cambridge · QS World #6

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University of East London

London · QS World #1001

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.

8/11

Cambridge

scored higher in 8 categories

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3/11

East London

scored higher in 3 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Cambridge leads in 8 of 11 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, TEF, established, satisfaction, graduate salary). University of East London is ahead on employment, international, courses.

University of Cambridge vs University of East London at a glance

University of Cambridge and University of East London both teach 36 subject areas, the largest being Childhood & Youth Studies, Law and Business & Management (General). University of Cambridge offers 336 courses across 79 subject areas; University of East London offers 386 courses across 64 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £32,890 a year at University of Cambridge and £15,560 at University of East London: University of East London is about £17,330 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £41,300 a year at University of Cambridge and £17,220 at University of East London: University of East London is about £24,080 a year cheaper.

Of the 8 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Cambridge is higher in 8 and University of East London in 0. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £63,500 three years after graduating from University of Cambridge, against £26,500 from University of East London. Of the 8 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Cambridge is higher in 4 and University of East London in 4.

World & National Rankings

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

#6
QS World
#1001
#3
THE World
#1001
#2
Guardian UK
#111
1209
Established
1892
Yes
Russell Group
No
Gold
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 Cambridge

University of East London

92.1%
89.4%

Satisfaction

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

£49,800
£27,000

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

76.6%
78.9%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

32.2%
49.4%

International

International student share

336
386

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

East London

76 countries · 49.4% international

  • 🇮🇳India60.2%
  • 🌐Nepal18.2%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan9.1%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria2.8%
  • 🌐Sri Lanka1.7%

Subjects

36 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 East London

Also taught at both: Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Economics, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Mathematics, Media & Film Studies, Finance & Actuarial Science, Anatomy & Pathology, Chemistry, Computing & IT, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Human Geography & Environment, Software Engineering, Business Studies, Music, Information Systems & Data Science, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Clinical & Health Psychology, Geology & Earth Sciences, Health & Social Care, Information & Library Studies.

Only at University of Cambridge

Only at University of East London

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 East London
£15,560

University of East London is about £17,330 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

University of Cambridge
£41,300
University of East London
£17,220

University of East London is about £24,080 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 East London

  • Law

    £49,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    96%Satisfaction89%

  • General Engineering

    £39,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
    87%Satisfaction82%

  • Education Studies

    No dataSalary (3 years)£18,500
    92%Satisfaction94%

  • Computer Science

    £63,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
    94%Satisfaction95%

  • Psychology (General)

    £30,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    92%Satisfaction93%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £34,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    No dataSatisfaction96%

  • Architecture

    £38,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    88%Satisfaction99%

  • Economics

    £59,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
    86%Satisfaction77%

  • Music

    £27,000Salary (3 years)£17,000
    97%Satisfaction83%

Scholarships for International Students

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FAQ

University of Cambridge vs University of East London: common questions

Is University of Cambridge or University of East London cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £32,890 a year at University of Cambridge and £15,560 at University of East London: University of East London is about £17,330 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £41,300 a year at University of Cambridge and £17,220 at University of East London: University of East London is about £24,080 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 East London?

Both universities teach 36 subject areas: Childhood & Youth Studies, Law, Business & Management (General), General Engineering, Education Studies, Building & Construction, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Sociology & Criminology, Psychology (General), Management, Politics & International Relations and 24 more.

Is University of Cambridge or University of East London better for Law?

Law graduates earn a median £49,000 three years after graduating from University of Cambridge, and £22,500 from University of East London. Student satisfaction with teaching is 96% at University of Cambridge and 89% at University of East London. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does University of Cambridge or University of East London offer more courses?

University of East London lists 386 courses on CourseOptions and University of Cambridge lists 336 courses.

What can you study at University of Cambridge but not at University of East London?

University of Cambridge teaches 43 subject areas that University of East London does not, including Biological Sciences (General), History, Asian Languages & Studies, Archaeology, Clinical Specialities, Philosophy, Physics, Biology and 35 more.

What can you study at University of East London but not at University of Cambridge?

University of East London teaches 28 subject areas that University of Cambridge does not, including Design & Fashion, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Accounting, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Film Production & Cinematography, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Applied Computing, Drama & Theatre and 20 more.

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