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

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University of Cambridge

Cambridge · QS World #6

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University of Winchester

Winchester · Guardian UK #106

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.

9/11

Cambridge

scored higher in 9 categories

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2/11

Winchester

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Cambridge leads in 9 of 11 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, TEF, established, satisfaction, international, graduate salary, courses). University of Winchester is ahead on employment, scholarship.

University of Cambridge vs University of Winchester at a glance

University of Cambridge and University of Winchester both teach 23 subject areas, the largest being History, Sociology & Criminology and Archaeology. University of Cambridge offers 336 courses across 79 subject areas; University of Winchester offers 131 courses across 42 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £32,890 a year at University of Cambridge and £16,700 at University of Winchester: University of Winchester is about £16,190 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £41,300 a year at University of Cambridge and £17,450 at University of Winchester: University of Winchester is about £23,850 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 Winchester in 0. The widest gap is in Economics: £59,500 three years after graduating from University of Cambridge, against £22,500 from University of Winchester. Of the 10 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Cambridge is higher in 9 and University of Winchester in 1.

World & National Rankings

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

#6
QS World
—
#3
THE World
#1201
#2
Guardian UK
#106
1209
Established
1840
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 Winchester

92.1%
84.2%

Satisfaction

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

£49,800
£28,800

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

76.6%
84.9%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

32.2%
5.1%

International

International student share

336
131

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

0
1

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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Winchester

25 countries · 5.1% international

  • 🇺🇸United States17.1%
  • 🇳🇴Norway15.7%
  • 🇮🇳India14.3%
  • 🇯🇵Japan8.6%
  • 🇨🇳China4.3%

Subjects

23 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 Winchester

Also taught at both: Creative Writing, Education Studies, Geography (General), Anthropology, Finance & Actuarial Science, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Health & Social Care, Business Studies.

Only at University of Cambridge

Only at University of Winchester

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 Winchester
£16,700

University of Winchester is about £16,190 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

University of Cambridge
£41,300
University of Winchester
£17,450

University of Winchester is about £23,850 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 Winchester

  • History

    £32,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    95%Satisfaction86%

  • Archaeology

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    95%Satisfaction94%

  • Law

    £49,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    96%Satisfaction88%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £34,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    No dataSatisfaction81%

  • Economics

    £59,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
    86%Satisfaction82%

  • Music

    £27,000Salary (3 years)£19,500
    97%Satisfaction83%

  • Philosophy

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    93%Satisfaction67%

  • Psychology (General)

    £30,000Salary (3 years)£22,000
    92%Satisfaction86%

  • Computer Science

    £63,500Salary (3 years)No data
    94%Satisfaction53%

  • Education Studies

    No dataSalary (3 years)£20,500
    92%Satisfaction94%

  • Geography (General)

    £33,000Salary (3 years)No data
    95%Satisfaction84%

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

University of Cambridge

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University of Winchester

Winchester Widening Participation Bursary

£750

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

University of Cambridge vs University of Winchester: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £32,890 a year at University of Cambridge and £16,700 at University of Winchester: University of Winchester is about £16,190 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £41,300 a year at University of Cambridge and £17,450 at University of Winchester: University of Winchester is about £23,850 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 Winchester?

Both universities teach 23 subject areas: History, Sociology & Criminology, Archaeology, Law, Politics & International Relations, Software Engineering, Theology & Religious Studies, Business & Management (General), Economics, Music, Philosophy, Psychology (General) and 11 more.

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

History graduates earn a median £32,000 three years after graduating from University of Cambridge, and £21,000 from University of Winchester. Student satisfaction with teaching is 95% at University of Cambridge and 86% at University of Winchester. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Cambridge lists 336 courses on CourseOptions and University of Winchester lists 131 courses.

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

University of Cambridge teaches 56 subject areas that University of Winchester does not, including Biological Sciences (General), Asian Languages & Studies, Childhood & Youth Studies, General Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, Mathematics, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Architecture and 48 more.

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

University of Winchester teaches 19 subject areas that University of Cambridge does not, including Teacher Training, Marketing, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Applied Psychology, English Literature, Social Work, Accounting, Adult Nursing and 11 more.

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