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University of Cambridge

Cambridge · QS World #6

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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

Cambridge

scored higher in 10 categories

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1/11

Northampton

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

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

University of Cambridge vs University of Northampton at a glance

University of Cambridge and University of Northampton both teach 30 subject areas, the largest being Biological Sciences (General), Business & Management (General) and History. University of Cambridge offers 336 courses across 79 subject areas; University of Northampton offers 221 courses across 60 subject areas.

For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £41,300 a year at University of Cambridge and £19,000 at University of Northampton: University of Northampton is about £22,300 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 Northampton in 0. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £63,500 three years after graduating from University of Cambridge, against £26,000 from University of Northampton. Of the 9 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Cambridge is higher in 6 and University of Northampton in 3.

World & National Rankings

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

#6
QS World
#1201
#3
THE World
#1501
#2
Guardian UK
#93
1209
Established
1975
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 Northampton

92.1%
86%

Satisfaction

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

£49,800
£29,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

76.6%
82.4%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

32.2%
16.4%

International

International student share

336
221

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%
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Northampton

35 countries · 16.4% international

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

Subjects

30 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 Northampton

Also taught at both: Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Biology, Media & Film Studies, English Studies, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Social Policy & Public Policy, Business Studies, Biochemistry, Clinical & Health Psychology, Health & Social Care, Information Systems & Data Science, Pharmacology, Computing & IT, Technology & Logistics.

Only at University of Cambridge

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 Cambridge
£32,890
University of Northampton
No data

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

Postgraduate

University of Cambridge
£41,300
University of Northampton
£19,000

University of Northampton is about £22,300 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 Northampton

  • Biological Sciences (General)

    £35,000Salary (3 years)£22,000
    91%Satisfaction97%

  • History

    £32,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    95%Satisfaction93%

  • Computer Science

    £63,500Salary (3 years)£26,000
    94%Satisfaction75%

  • General Engineering

    £39,500Salary (3 years)£35,000
    87%Satisfaction78%

  • Law

    £49,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    96%Satisfaction81%

  • Psychology (General)

    £30,000Salary (3 years)£22,000
    92%Satisfaction72%

  • Education Studies

    No dataSalary (3 years)£20,000
    92%Satisfaction94%

  • Music

    £27,000Salary (3 years)£18,500
    97%Satisfaction86%

  • English Studies

    £27,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
    96%Satisfaction98%

Scholarships for International Students

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FAQ

University of Cambridge vs University of Northampton: common questions

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

For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £41,300 a year at University of Cambridge and £19,000 at University of Northampton: University of Northampton is about £22,300 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 Northampton?

Both universities teach 30 subject areas: Biological Sciences (General), Business & Management (General), History, Childhood & Youth Studies, Computer Science, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Sociology & Criminology, General Engineering, Law, Psychology (General), Biomedical Sciences, Education Studies and 18 more.

Is University of Cambridge or University of Northampton better for Biological Sciences (General)?

Biological Sciences (General) graduates earn a median £35,000 three years after graduating from University of Cambridge, and £22,000 from University of Northampton. Student satisfaction with teaching is 91% at University of Cambridge and 97% at University of Northampton. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Cambridge lists 336 courses on CourseOptions and University of Northampton lists 221 courses.

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

University of Cambridge teaches 49 subject areas that University of Northampton does not, including Asian Languages & Studies, Mathematics, Economics, Archaeology, Architecture, Clinical Specialities, Philosophy, Physics and 41 more.

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

University of Northampton teaches 30 subject areas that University of Cambridge does not, including Design & Fashion, Games Design & Computer Animation, Marketing, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Accounting, Human Resource Management, Applied Psychology and 22 more.

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