Skip to main content

Compare any two UK universities

Select any two universities below and we'll generate an instant, data-driven comparison — rankings, salaries, student satisfaction, international community, and more.

U
University of Cambridge

Cambridge · QS World #6

U
University of Stirling

Stirling · QS World #560

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.

9/10

Cambridge

scored higher in 9 categories

VS

1/10

Stirling

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

University of Cambridge leads in 9 of 10 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, established, satisfaction, international, graduate salary, courses). University of Stirling is ahead on employment.

University of Cambridge vs University of Stirling at a glance

University of Cambridge and University of Stirling both teach 33 subject areas, the largest being Sociology & Criminology, History and Politics & International Relations. University of Cambridge offers 336 courses across 79 subject areas; University of Stirling offers 254 courses across 60 subject areas.

Of the 10 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Cambridge is higher in 10 and University of Stirling in 0. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £63,500 three years after graduating from University of Cambridge, against £30,500 from University of Stirling. Of the 10 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Cambridge is higher in 9 and University of Stirling in 1.

World & National Rankings

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

#6
QS World
#560
#3
THE World
#501
#2
Guardian UK
#50
1209
Established
1967
Yes
Russell Group
No
Gold
TEF Rating
—

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 Stirling

92.1%
85%

Satisfaction

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

£49,800
£31,000

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

76.6%
80.5%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

32.2%
18.4%

International

International student share

336
254

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

Stirling

75 countries · 18.4% international

  • 🇮🇳India17.1%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan15%
  • 🇺🇸United States13.6%
  • 🇨🇳China7.6%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria5.8%

Subjects

33 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 Stirling

Also taught at both: Business & Management (General), Philosophy, Human Geography & Environment, Management, Theology & Religious Studies, Veterinary Medicine, Creative Writing, Education Studies, Planning & Housing, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Humanities, Information Systems & Data Science, Linguistics, Social Policy & Public Policy, Software Engineering, Animal Science, Cognitive & Experimental Psychology, Health & Social Care.

Only at University of Cambridge

Only at University of Stirling

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 Stirling
No data

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

Postgraduate

University of Cambridge
£41,300
University of Stirling
No data

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

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 Stirling

  • History

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

  • Politics & International Relations

    £34,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    No dataSatisfaction93%

  • Psychology (General)

    £30,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    92%Satisfaction87%

  • Mathematics

    £44,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
    94%Satisfaction73%

  • Law

    £49,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
    96%Satisfaction86%

  • Economics

    £59,500Salary (3 years)£29,000
    86%Satisfaction92%

  • English Studies

    £27,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
    96%Satisfaction93%

  • Computer Science

    £63,500Salary (3 years)£30,500
    94%Satisfaction68%

  • Philosophy

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    93%Satisfaction80%

  • Theology & Religious Studies

    £31,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
    94%Satisfaction81%

  • Education Studies

    No dataSalary (3 years)No data
    92%Satisfaction69%

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

University of Cambridge

View all scholarships →

University of Stirling

View all scholarships →

FAQ

University of Cambridge vs University of Stirling: common questions

What subjects can you study at both University of Cambridge and University of Stirling?

Both universities teach 33 subject areas: Sociology & Criminology, History, Politics & International Relations, Psychology (General), Mathematics, Law, Business Studies, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Media & Film Studies, Childhood & Youth Studies, Economics, English Studies and 21 more.

Is University of Cambridge or University of Stirling better for History?

History graduates earn a median £32,000 three years after graduating from University of Cambridge, and £23,000 from University of Stirling. Student satisfaction with teaching is 95% at University of Cambridge and 94% at University of Stirling. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Cambridge lists 336 courses on CourseOptions and University of Stirling lists 254 courses.

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

University of Cambridge teaches 46 subject areas that University of Stirling does not, including Biological Sciences (General), Asian Languages & Studies, General Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, Archaeology, Architecture, Clinical Specialities, Physics and 38 more.

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

University of Stirling teaches 27 subject areas that University of Cambridge does not, including Accounting, French, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Journalism, Teacher Training, Marketing, Human Resource Management and 19 more.

Ready to explore courses?

Browse available courses, check entry requirements, and find scholarships at each university.

U
University of Cambridge336 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
U
University of Stirling254 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses