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University of East London

London · QS World #1001

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University of the Arts London

London · QS World #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

East London

scored higher in 5 categories

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5/10

Arts London

scored higher in 5 categories

Quick Verdict

University of East London and University of the Arts London are evenly matched: each leads in 5 of 10 categories where both have data. University of East London is ahead on ranking, TEF, established, satisfaction, courses; University of the Arts London on ranking, employment, international, graduate salary.

University of East London vs University of the Arts London at a glance

University of East London and University of the Arts London both teach 21 subject areas, the largest being Design & Fashion, Film Production & Cinematography and Business & Management (General). University of East London offers 386 courses across 64 subject areas; University of the Arts London offers 183 courses across 29 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,560 a year at University of East London and £30,890 at University of the Arts London: University of East London is about £15,330 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,220 a year at University of East London and £30,890 at University of the Arts London: University of East London is about £13,670 a year cheaper.

Of the 13 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of the Arts London is higher in 10 and University of East London in 2, with 1 about level. The widest gap is in Architecture: £21,000 three years after graduating from University of East London, against £28,500 from University of the Arts London. Of the 12 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of East London is higher in 7 and University of the Arts London in 5.

World & National Rankings

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

#1001
QS World
#851
#1001
THE World
#1501
#111
Guardian UK
#52
1892
Established
1986
No
Russell Group
No
Silver
TEF Rating
Bronze

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 the Arts London

89.4%
83%

Satisfaction

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

£27,000
£28,500

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

78.9%
80.8%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

49.4%
54%

International

International student share

386
183

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.

East London

76 countries · 49.4% international

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

Arts London

84 countries · 54% international

  • 🇨🇳China55.7%
  • 🇮🇳India6%
  • 🇺🇸United States4.4%
  • 🌐Korea (South)3.9%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong3.3%

Subjects

21 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 the Arts London

Also taught at both: Business Studies, Journalism, Economics, Games Design & Computer Animation, Information Systems & Data Science, Information & Library Studies.

Only at University of East London

Only at University of the Arts London

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 the Arts London
£30,890

University of East London is about £15,330 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

University of East London
£17,220
University of the Arts London
£30,890

University of East London is about £13,670 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 the Arts London

  • Design & Fashion

    £20,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
    84%Satisfaction86%

  • Film Production & Cinematography

    £19,500Salary (3 years)£20,500
    54%Satisfaction80%

  • Computer Science

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
    95%Satisfaction80%

  • Drama & Theatre

    £17,000Salary (3 years)£20,500
    98%Satisfaction76%

  • Management

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
    99%SatisfactionNo data

  • Media & Film Studies

    £19,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
    89%Satisfaction80%

  • Marketing

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
    99%Satisfaction79%

  • Music

    £17,000Salary (3 years)£20,500
    83%Satisfaction70%

  • Applied Computing

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
    97%Satisfaction85%

  • Architecture

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£28,500
    99%Satisfaction81%

  • Fine Art

    £19,500Salary (3 years)£18,500
    78%Satisfaction79%

  • Journalism

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
    80%Satisfaction86%

Showing the 12 largest of 13 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

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FAQ

University of East London vs University of the Arts London: common questions

Is University of East London or University of the Arts London cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,560 a year at University of East London and £30,890 at University of the Arts London: University of East London is about £15,330 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,220 a year at University of East London and £30,890 at University of the Arts London: University of East London is about £13,670 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 the Arts London?

Both universities teach 21 subject areas: Design & Fashion, Film Production & Cinematography, Business & Management (General), Computer Science, Drama & Theatre, Management, Psychology (General), Media & Film Studies, Marketing, Music, Applied Computing, Architecture and 9 more.

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

Design & Fashion graduates earn a median £20,000 three years after graduating from University of East London, and £23,500 from University of the Arts London. Student satisfaction with teaching is 84% at University of East London and 86% at University of the Arts London. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does University of East London or University of the Arts London offer more courses?

University of East London lists 386 courses on CourseOptions and University of the Arts London lists 183 courses.

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

University of East London teaches 43 subject areas that University of the Arts London does not, including Childhood & Youth Studies, Education Studies, Civil Engineering, Law, Building & Construction, Sport & Exercise Sciences, General Engineering, Hospitality, Events & Tourism and 35 more.

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

University of the Arts London teaches 8 subject areas that University of East London does not, including Cultural Studies, Performing Arts (General), Public Relations, Biology, Crafts & Applied Arts, Creative Writing, Hair & Beauty Sciences and Publishing.

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