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University of Gloucestershire

Cheltenham · Guardian UK #103

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University of York

York · QS World #158

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.

4/11

Gloucestershire

scored higher in 4 categories

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7/11

York

scored higher in 7 categories

Quick Verdict

University of York leads in 7 of 11 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, TEF, satisfaction, graduate salary, courses). University of Gloucestershire is ahead on established, employment, international, scholarship.

University of Gloucestershire vs University of York at a glance

University of Gloucestershire and University of York both teach 40 subject areas, the largest being Sociology & Criminology, Computer Science and Business & Management (General). University of Gloucestershire offers 284 courses across 60 subject areas; University of York offers 532 courses across 82 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,430 a year at University of Gloucestershire and £27,500 at University of York: University of Gloucestershire is about £10,070 a year cheaper.

Of the 15 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of York is higher in 14 and University of Gloucestershire in 1. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £26,500 three years after graduating from University of Gloucestershire, against £40,000 from University of York. Of the 16 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Gloucestershire is higher in 10 and University of York in 6.

World & National Rankings

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

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QS World
#158
#1001
THE World
#154
#103
Guardian UK
#20
1847
Established
1963
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 Gloucestershire

University of York

84.4%
87.1%

Satisfaction

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

£27,400
£34,700

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

86%
80.2%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

18.9%
18.6%

International

International student share

284
532

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

5
3

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.

Gloucestershire

28 countries · 18.9% international

  • 🇵🇰Pakistan40.4%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria17.6%
  • 🇮🇳India12.4%
  • 🇧🇩Bangladesh5.9%
  • 🇺🇸United States5.2%
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York

97 countries · 18.6% international

  • 🇨🇳China44.1%
  • 🇮🇳India7.2%
  • 🇺🇸United States5.7%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong4.3%
  • 🌐Korea (South)2.2%

Subjects

40 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 Gloucestershire

University of York

Also taught at both: Biomedical Sciences, Ecology & Conservation, Media & Film Studies, Physical Geography & Climate, Biology, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Psychology (General), Accounting, Building & Construction, Management, Finance & Actuarial Science, Humanities, Applied Psychology, Creative Writing, Teacher Training, Biochemistry, Drama & Theatre, General Engineering, Mental Health Nursing, Social Work, Adult Nursing, Architecture, Healthcare Science, Clinical & Health Psychology, English Literature.

Only at University of Gloucestershire

Only at University of York

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 Gloucestershire
£17,430
University of York
£27,500

University of Gloucestershire is about £10,070 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

University of Gloucestershire
No data
University of York
£27,250

We do not have reliable international fee data for University of Gloucestershire yet.

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 Gloucestershire

University of York

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
    74%Satisfaction90%

  • Computer Science

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£40,000
    77%Satisfaction73%

  • Law

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£30,500
    93%Satisfaction89%

  • Music

    £16,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
    83%Satisfaction87%

  • Film Production & Cinematography

    £20,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    84%Satisfaction78%

  • History

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£25,500
    96%Satisfaction93%

  • Education Studies

    £20,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
    91%Satisfaction87%

  • Human Geography & Environment

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£26,000
    99%Satisfaction82%

  • Ecology & Conservation

    £20,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    95%Satisfaction91%

  • Media & Film Studies

    £19,500Salary (3 years)No data
    75%Satisfaction88%

  • Physical Geography & Climate

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£26,000
    99%Satisfaction82%

  • Biology

    £20,000Salary (3 years)£26,000
    98%Satisfaction86%

Showing the 12 largest of 17 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

University of Gloucestershire

Care Leavers Scholarship 2025/26

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Deadline: N/A

Basketball Scholarship

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Deadline: N/A

Care Leavers Scholarship 2026/27

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Deadline: N/A

The Michael Perham Sanctuary Scholarship 2026/27

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Women's Football Scholarship

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University of York

Care Leavers and Estranged Students Bursary

£3,000

Deadline: N/A

York Bursary

£1,000

Deadline: N/A

York Futures Scholarship

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Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

University of Gloucestershire vs University of York: common questions

Is University of Gloucestershire or University of York cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,430 a year at University of Gloucestershire and £27,500 at University of York: University of Gloucestershire is about £10,070 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 Gloucestershire and University of York?

Both universities teach 40 subject areas: Sociology & Criminology, Computer Science, Business & Management (General), Law, Music, Mathematics, Politics & International Relations, Childhood & Youth Studies, Film Production & Cinematography, Marketing, Business Studies, History and 28 more.

Is University of Gloucestershire or University of York better for Sociology & Criminology?

Sociology & Criminology graduates earn a median £22,500 three years after graduating from University of Gloucestershire, and £24,000 from University of York. Student satisfaction with teaching is 74% at University of Gloucestershire and 90% at University of York. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does University of Gloucestershire or University of York offer more courses?

University of York lists 532 courses on CourseOptions and University of Gloucestershire lists 284 courses.

What can you study at University of Gloucestershire but not at University of York?

University of Gloucestershire teaches 20 subject areas that University of York does not, including Sport & Exercise Sciences, Games Design & Computer Animation, Fine Art, Journalism, Software Engineering, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Health & Social Care, Performing Arts (General) and 12 more.

What can you study at University of York but not at University of Gloucestershire?

University of York teaches 42 subject areas that University of Gloucestershire does not, including Chemistry, Philosophy, Physics, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Archaeology, English Studies, Social Policy & Public Policy, History of Art & Design and 34 more.

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University of Gloucestershire284 courses · 5 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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