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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 East London

London · QS World #1001

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University of Reading

Reading · QS World #196

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 9 datapoints

We looked at 9 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

2/9

East London

scored higher in 2 categories

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7/9

Reading

scored higher in 7 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Reading leads in 7 of 9 categories where both have data (ranking, employment, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). University of East London is ahead on satisfaction, international.

University of East London vs University of Reading at a glance

University of East London and University of Reading both teach 39 subject areas, the largest being Childhood & Youth Studies, Business & Management (General) and Design & Fashion. University of East London offers 386 courses across 64 subject areas; University of Reading offers 448 courses across 70 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,560 a year at University of East London and £25,850 at University of Reading: University of East London is about £10,290 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,220 a year at University of East London and £26,450 at University of Reading: University of East London is about £9,230 a year cheaper.

Of the 24 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Reading is higher in 23 and University of East London in 1. The widest gap is in Business Studies: £22,500 three years after graduating from University of East London, against £39,500 from University of Reading. Of the 26 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of East London is higher in 15 and University of Reading in 11.

World & National Rankings

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

#1001
QS World
#196
#1001
THE World
#201
#111
Guardian UK
#33
1892
Established
1892
No
Russell Group
No
Silver
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 East London

University of Reading

89.4%
85.1%

Satisfaction

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

£27,000
£35,800

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

78.9%
84.7%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

49.4%
18%

International

International student share

386
448

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.

East London

76 countries · 49.4% international

  • 🇮🇳India60.2%
  • 🌐Nepal18.2%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan9.1%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria2.8%
  • 🌐Sri Lanka1.7%
VS

Reading

96 countries · 18% international

  • 🇨🇳China26%
  • 🇮🇳India6.9%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong5.3%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria4.2%
  • 🇲🇾Malaysia3.9%

Subjects

39 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 London

University of Reading

Also taught at both: Business Studies, Chemistry, Computer Science, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Mathematics, Biomedical Sciences, Film Production & Cinematography, Information & Library Studies, Media & Film Studies, Teacher Training, Architecture, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Human Geography & Environment, Biochemistry, Drama & Theatre, Fine Art, Geology & Earth Sciences, Human Resource Management, Pharmacology, Biomedical Engineering, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Clinical & Health Psychology, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation.

Only at University of East London

Only at University of Reading

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 London
£15,560
University of Reading
£25,850

University of East London is about £10,290 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

University of East London
£17,220
University of Reading
£26,450

University of East London is about £9,230 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 London

University of Reading

  • Design & Fashion

    £20,000Salary (3 years)£26,000
    84%Satisfaction93%

  • Finance & Actuarial Science

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£38,500
    87%Satisfaction83%

  • Building & Construction

    £22,000Salary (3 years)£36,500
    89%Satisfaction90%

  • Law

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
    89%Satisfaction86%

  • Economics

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£32,500
    77%Satisfaction82%

  • Psychology (General)

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
    93%Satisfaction83%

  • Education Studies

    £18,500Salary (3 years)£29,000
    94%Satisfaction97%

  • Civil Engineering

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£33,000
    90%Satisfaction98%

  • Marketing

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£29,000
    99%Satisfaction76%

  • Management

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£34,000
    99%Satisfaction81%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
    96%Satisfaction92%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £19,500Salary (3 years)£31,000
    87%Satisfaction96%

Showing the 12 largest of 26 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

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University of East London

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University of Reading

The Sporting Excellence Scholarship

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FAQ

University of East London vs University of Reading: common questions

Is University of East London or University of Reading cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,560 a year at University of East London and £25,850 at University of Reading: University of East London is about £10,290 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,220 a year at University of East London and £26,450 at University of Reading: University of East London is about £9,230 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 London and University of Reading?

Both universities teach 39 subject areas: Childhood & Youth Studies, Business & Management (General), Design & Fashion, Finance & Actuarial Science, Building & Construction, Law, Economics, Psychology (General), Education Studies, Civil Engineering, Marketing, Management and 27 more.

Is University of East London or University of Reading better for Design & Fashion?

Design & Fashion graduates earn a median £20,000 three years after graduating from University of East London, and £26,000 from University of Reading. Student satisfaction with teaching is 84% at University of East London and 93% at University of Reading. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does University of East London or University of Reading offer more courses?

University of Reading lists 448 courses on CourseOptions and University of East London lists 386 courses.

What can you study at University of East London but not at University of Reading?

University of East London teaches 25 subject areas that University of Reading does not, including General Engineering, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Computing & IT, Applied Computing, Mechanical Engineering, Social Work and 17 more.

What can you study at University of Reading but not at University of East London?

University of Reading teaches 31 subject areas that University of East London does not, including History, Agriculture & Land Management, English Literature, Philosophy, Food Science, Ancient Languages, Archaeology, Biological Sciences (General) and 23 more.

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University of East London386 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Reading448 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses