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Derby · QS #1201
Hertfordshire · QS #851
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.
5/10
Derby
scored higher in 5 categories
5/10
Hertfordshire
scored higher in 5 categories
Quick Verdict
University of Derby leads in 5 of 10 key metrics (TEF, established, satisfaction, employment, scholarship). But University of Hertfordshire has strengths too — check each category below for the full picture.
World & National Rankings
Compare world and national league table positions, TEF ratings, and Russell Group membership.
Visual Breakdown
Key metrics at a glance
Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.
University of Derby
University of Hertfordshire
Satisfaction
Student satisfaction with teaching (NSS Survey, out of 100%)
Graduate Salaries (15m)
Median graduate salary 15 months after graduation
Graduate Salaries (5y)
Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation
Employment
Graduate employment rate
International
International student share
Course Counts
Number of courses offered
Scholarships
Number of scholarships
International Community
Where do international students come from?
Top 3 source countries based on official HESA enrolment data. A higher diversity of nationalities often means a richer campus experience.
Derby
64 countries · 14.3% international
- 🇳🇬Nigeria34.5%
- 🇮🇳India15.3%
- 🇵🇰Pakistan8.1%
- 🇬🇭Ghana6.5%
- 🇰🇪Kenya5.5%
Hertfordshire
77 countries · 57.5% international
- 🇮🇳India44.6%
- 🇵🇰Pakistan26.4%
- 🇳🇬Nigeria10.3%
- 🇧🇩Bangladesh5.5%
- 🇨🇳China1.8%
Scholarships for International Students
ExclusiveUniversity of Derby
Biomedical Science Excellence Scholarship
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Golding Awards
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Sarah Essam Football Scholarship
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Sitwell Scholarship
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Talented Athlete Scholarship Scheme
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University of Hertfordshire
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