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University of Exeter

Devon · QS World #136

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University of Lincoln

Lincoln · QS World #851

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.

8/11

Exeter

scored higher in 8 categories

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3/11

Lincoln

scored higher in 3 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Exeter leads in 8 of 11 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, satisfaction, international, graduate salary, courses). University of Lincoln is ahead on established, employment, scholarship.

University of Exeter vs University of Lincoln at a glance

University of Exeter and University of Lincoln both teach 54 subject areas, the largest being Mathematics, Politics & International Relations and Physics. University of Exeter offers 873 courses across 91 subject areas; University of Lincoln offers 343 courses across 81 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £24,950 a year at University of Exeter and £18,300 at University of Lincoln: University of Lincoln is about £6,650 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £25,550 a year at University of Exeter and £18,800 at University of Lincoln: University of Lincoln is about £6,750 a year cheaper.

Of the 24 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Exeter is higher in 23 and University of Lincoln in 1. The widest gap is in Accounting: £43,500 three years after graduating from University of Exeter, against £26,000 from University of Lincoln. Of the 28 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Exeter is higher in 13 and University of Lincoln in 12, with 3 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#136
QS World
#851
#170
THE World
#601
#14
Guardian UK
#38
1922
Established
1861
Yes
Russell Group
No
Gold
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 Exeter

University of Lincoln

87.7%
84.2%

Satisfaction

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

£39,800
£29,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

82.8%
83.3%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

22.2%
20.5%

International

International student share

873
343

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

2
21

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.

Exeter

111 countries · 22.2% international

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

Lincoln

47 countries · 20.5% international

  • 🇮🇳India34.9%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan24.4%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria22.2%
  • 🇻🇳Vietnam2.4%
  • 🇨🇳China2.2%

Subjects

54 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 Exeter

University of Lincoln

Also taught at both: Media & Film Studies, Psychology (General), Economics, Human Geography & Environment, Zoology & Animal Biology, Ecology & Conservation, Geology & Earth Sciences, Theology & Religious Studies, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Business Studies, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Accounting, Anatomy & Pathology, Biochemistry, Childhood & Youth Studies, Film Production & Cinematography, Animal Science, Geography (General), Physical Geography & Climate, Biology, Chemical Engineering, Drama & Theatre, Marketing, Creative Writing, Cultural Studies, Forensic Science, Human Resource Management, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Nursing (General), Performing Arts (General), Social Sciences (General), Medicine, Applied Psychology, Computing & IT, Education Studies, Building & Construction, Landscape Architecture & Design, Medical Imaging.

Only at University of Exeter

Only at University of Lincoln

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 Exeter
£24,950
University of Lincoln
£18,300

University of Lincoln is about £6,650 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

University of Exeter
£25,550
University of Lincoln
£18,800

University of Lincoln is about £6,750 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 Exeter

University of Lincoln

  • Mathematics

    £32,500Salary (3 years)No data
    88%Satisfaction88%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £30,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
    88%Satisfaction92%

  • Physics

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    94%Satisfaction89%

  • Law

    £32,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    86%Satisfaction89%

  • History

    £28,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    92%Satisfaction83%

  • Computer Science

    £40,500Salary (3 years)£29,500
    83%Satisfaction73%

  • Classical Studies

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
    92%Satisfaction89%

  • Philosophy

    £29,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
    89%Satisfaction93%

  • General Engineering

    £32,500Salary (3 years)£30,500
    59%Satisfaction85%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £27,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    91%Satisfaction73%

  • Biomedical Sciences

    £33,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
    88%Satisfaction87%

  • Media & Film Studies

    No dataSalary (3 years)£19,500
    85%Satisfaction77%

Showing the 12 largest of 29 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

University of Exeter

Bell Burnell Graduate Scholarship Fund

See details

Deadline: N/A

Carolyn and Andrew Trevorrow Memorial Fund Travel Bursaries

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Deadline: N/A

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University of Lincoln

Chevening Scholarships

100%

Deadline: N/A

Canada Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

European Union Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

South Asia Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

South East Asia Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

University of Exeter vs University of Lincoln: common questions

Is University of Exeter or University of Lincoln cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £24,950 a year at University of Exeter and £18,300 at University of Lincoln: University of Lincoln is about £6,650 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £25,550 a year at University of Exeter and £18,800 at University of Lincoln: University of Lincoln is about £6,750 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 Exeter and University of Lincoln?

Both universities teach 54 subject areas: Mathematics, Politics & International Relations, Physics, Law, Business & Management (General), History, Computer Science, Classical Studies, English Studies, Finance & Actuarial Science, Philosophy, General Engineering and 42 more.

Is University of Exeter or University of Lincoln better for Politics & International Relations?

Politics & International Relations graduates earn a median £30,500 three years after graduating from University of Exeter, and £21,000 from University of Lincoln. Student satisfaction with teaching is 88% at University of Exeter and 92% at University of Lincoln. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does University of Exeter or University of Lincoln offer more courses?

University of Exeter lists 873 courses on CourseOptions and University of Lincoln lists 343 courses.

What can you study at University of Exeter but not at University of Lincoln?

University of Exeter teaches 37 subject areas that University of Lincoln does not, including History of Art & Design, Civil Engineering, Ancient Languages, Archaeology, Environmental Sciences, Management, Public Health & Epidemiology, Safety & Mining Engineering and 29 more.

What can you study at University of Lincoln but not at University of Exeter?

University of Lincoln teaches 27 subject areas that University of Exeter does not, including Chemistry, Design & Fashion, Journalism, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Pharmacology, Architecture, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Music and 19 more.

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University of Exeter873 courses · 2 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Lincoln343 courses · 21 scholarshipsBrowse Courses