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University of East Anglia UEA

Norwich · QS World #381

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University of Exeter

Devon · QS World #136

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 12 datapoints

We looked at 12 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

1/12

East Anglia UEA

scored higher in 1 category

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11/12

Exeter

scored higher in 11 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Exeter leads in 11 of 12 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, TEF, established, satisfaction, employment, international, graduate salary, courses). University of East Anglia UEA is ahead on scholarship.

University of East Anglia UEA vs University of Exeter at a glance

University of East Anglia UEA and University of Exeter both teach 53 subject areas, the largest being Politics & International Relations, Mathematics and Economics. University of East Anglia UEA offers 497 courses across 77 subject areas; University of Exeter offers 873 courses across 91 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £23,100 a year at University of East Anglia UEA and £24,950 at University of Exeter: University of East Anglia UEA is about £1,850 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £23,850 a year at University of East Anglia UEA and £25,550 at University of Exeter: University of East Anglia UEA is about £1,700 a year cheaper.

Of the 27 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Exeter is higher in 25 and University of East Anglia UEA in 2. The widest gap is in Accounting: £30,500 three years after graduating from University of East Anglia UEA, against £43,500 from University of Exeter. Of the 34 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Exeter is higher in 24 and University of East Anglia UEA in 8, with 2 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#381
QS World
#136
#251
THE World
#170
#27
Guardian UK
#14
1963
Established
1922
No
Russell Group
Yes
Silver
TEF Rating
Gold

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.

University of East Anglia UEA

University of Exeter

86.7%
87.7%

Satisfaction

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

£33,200
£39,800

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

81.9%
82.8%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

14.3%
22.2%

International

International student share

497
873

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

36
2

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.

East Anglia UEA

67 countries · 14.3% international

  • 🇨🇳China27%
  • 🇮🇳India9.7%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong8.6%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan6.2%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria4.7%
VS

Exeter

111 countries · 22.2% international

  • 🇨🇳China25.1%
  • 🇮🇳India10.9%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong10%
  • 🇸🇦Saudi Arabia2.9%
  • 🇺🇸United States2.8%

Subjects

53 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 East Anglia UEA

University of Exeter

Also taught at both: Biomedical Sciences, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Sociology & Criminology, Ancient Languages, Geology & Earth Sciences, Management, Psychology (General), Ecology & Conservation, Accounting, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Physical Geography & Climate, Chemical Engineering, Marketing, Biochemistry, Drama & Theatre, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Education Studies, Health & Social Care, Mechanical Engineering, Zoology & Animal Biology, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Biology, Creative Writing, Film Production & Cinematography, Geography (General), American & Comparative Studies, Computing & IT, Liberal Arts, Applied Biology & Human Biology, Genetics & Genomics, Biological Sciences (General), Human Resource Management, Medicine, Adult Nursing, Biomedical Engineering, Nutrition & Dietetics, Software Engineering.

Only at University of East Anglia UEA

Only at University of Exeter

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 East Anglia UEA
£23,100
University of Exeter
£24,950

University of East Anglia UEA is about £1,850 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

University of East Anglia UEA
£23,850
University of Exeter
£25,550

University of East Anglia UEA is about £1,700 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 East Anglia UEA

University of Exeter

  • Politics & International Relations

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£30,500
    84%Satisfaction88%

  • Mathematics

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£32,500
    84%Satisfaction88%

  • Economics

    £32,000Salary (3 years)£40,000
    85%Satisfaction88%

  • History

    £23,500Salary (3 years)£28,000
    93%Satisfaction92%

  • Media & Film Studies

    £22,500Salary (3 years)No data
    85%Satisfaction85%

  • Physics

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£31,000
    89%Satisfaction94%

  • History of Art & Design

    £23,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
    96%Satisfaction87%

  • Law

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£32,000
    92%Satisfaction86%

  • Finance & Actuarial Science

    £30,000Salary (3 years)£39,000
    83%Satisfaction84%

  • Computer Science

    £31,500Salary (3 years)£40,500
    80%Satisfaction83%

  • Human Geography & Environment

    £24,500Salary (3 years)£29,000
    81%Satisfaction87%

  • Business Studies

    £28,000Salary (3 years)£39,000
    77%Satisfaction83%

Showing the 12 largest of 34 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

University of East Anglia UEA

David TK Wong Fellowship

£26,000

Deadline: N/A

Norwich UNESCO City of Literature Creative Writing in the Community Bursary

£15,018

Deadline: N/A

Plant Genetics and Crop Improvement – John Innes Centre MSc Scholarship

£13,250

Deadline: N/A

MBAdvantage Scholarship

£12,000

Deadline: May 2026

9mobile Fellowship

£10,000

Deadline: N/A

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University of Exeter

Bell Burnell Graduate Scholarship Fund

See details

Deadline: N/A

Carolyn and Andrew Trevorrow Memorial Fund Travel Bursaries

See details

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

University of East Anglia UEA vs University of Exeter: common questions

Is University of East Anglia UEA or University of Exeter cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £23,100 a year at University of East Anglia UEA and £24,950 at University of Exeter: University of East Anglia UEA is about £1,850 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £23,850 a year at University of East Anglia UEA and £25,550 at University of Exeter: University of East Anglia UEA is about £1,700 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 East Anglia UEA and University of Exeter?

Both universities teach 53 subject areas: Politics & International Relations, Mathematics, Economics, History, Media & Film Studies, Physics, History of Art & Design, Law, Finance & Actuarial Science, Business & Management (General), Computer Science, Human Geography & Environment and 41 more.

Is University of East Anglia UEA or University of Exeter better for Politics & International Relations?

Politics & International Relations graduates earn a median £25,500 three years after graduating from University of East Anglia UEA, and £30,500 from University of Exeter. Student satisfaction with teaching is 84% at University of East Anglia UEA and 88% at University of Exeter. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does University of East Anglia UEA or University of Exeter offer more courses?

University of Exeter lists 873 courses on CourseOptions and University of East Anglia UEA lists 497 courses.

What can you study at University of East Anglia UEA but not at University of Exeter?

University of East Anglia UEA teaches 24 subject areas that University of Exeter does not, including English Literature, Chemistry, International Development, Cognitive & Experimental Psychology, Developmental & Educational Psychology, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Journalism, Social Policy & Public Policy and 16 more.

What can you study at University of Exeter but not at University of East Anglia UEA?

University of Exeter teaches 38 subject areas that University of East Anglia UEA does not, including Classical Studies, English Studies, Civil Engineering, Theology & Religious Studies, Archaeology, Anatomy & Pathology, Childhood & Youth Studies, Public Health & Epidemiology and 30 more.

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