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University of Greenwich

London · QS World #791

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University of Liverpool

Liverpool · QS World #139

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.

2/11

Greenwich

scored higher in 2 categories

VS

9/11

Liverpool

scored higher in 9 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Liverpool leads in 9 of 11 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, established, satisfaction, employment, graduate salary, courses). University of Greenwich is ahead on international, scholarship.

University of Greenwich vs University of Liverpool at a glance

University of Greenwich and University of Liverpool both teach 48 subject areas, the largest being Music, Sociology & Criminology and Computer Science. University of Greenwich offers 272 courses across 72 subject areas; University of Liverpool offers 793 courses across 94 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,980 a year at University of Greenwich and £32,000 at University of Liverpool: University of Greenwich is about £14,020 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,450 a year at University of Greenwich and £30,000 at University of Liverpool: University of Greenwich is about £10,550 a year cheaper.

Of the 29 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Greenwich is higher in 14 and University of Liverpool in 12, with 3 about level. The widest gap is in Architecture: £35,500 three years after graduating from University of Greenwich, against £23,500 from University of Liverpool. Of the 28 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Greenwich is higher in 13 and University of Liverpool in 13, with 2 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#791
QS World
#139
#601
THE World
#143
#79
Guardian UK
#28
1890
Established
1881
No
Russell Group
Yes
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 Greenwich

University of Liverpool

84.6%
87.7%

Satisfaction

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

£32,800
£34,300

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

78.8%
79.9%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

34.6%
24.1%

International

International student share

272
793

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

19
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.

Greenwich

101 countries · 34.6% international

  • 🇮🇳India51.1%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria6.1%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan5.6%
  • 🇧🇩Bangladesh4.9%
  • 🌐Nepal4.2%
VS

Liverpool

93 countries · 24.1% international

  • 🇨🇳China40.6%
  • 🇮🇳India17.1%
  • 🌐Kuwait4.3%
  • 🇸🇦Saudi Arabia4%
  • 🇲🇾Malaysia3.1%

Subjects

48 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 Greenwich

University of Liverpool

Also taught at both: Chemistry, Marketing, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Management, Biology, General Engineering, English Literature, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, Psychology (General), Information Systems & Data Science, Accounting, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Human Resource Management, Public Health & Epidemiology, Design & Fashion, Film Production & Cinematography, Nursing (General), Software Engineering, Agricultural Sciences, Agriculture & Land Management, Business Information Systems, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Ancient Languages, Clinical & Health Psychology, Drama & Theatre, Pharmacy, Environmental Sciences, Personal & Professional Development.

Only at University of Greenwich

Only at University of Liverpool

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 Greenwich
£17,980
University of Liverpool
£32,000

University of Greenwich is about £14,020 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

University of Greenwich
£19,450
University of Liverpool
£30,000

University of Greenwich is about £10,550 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 Greenwich

University of Liverpool

  • Music

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£19,000
    92%Satisfaction91%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £24,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
    80%Satisfaction86%

  • Computer Science

    £27,000Salary (3 years)£32,500
    77%Satisfaction77%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £23,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
    100%Satisfaction87%

  • Business Studies

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    84%Satisfaction83%

  • Law

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£23,000
    85%Satisfaction86%

  • History

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
    91%Satisfaction93%

  • Mathematics

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    85%Satisfaction82%

  • Media & Film Studies

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    90%Satisfaction87%

  • English Studies

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
    98%Satisfaction90%

  • Civil Engineering

    £31,500Salary (3 years)£32,000
    93%Satisfaction91%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £31,500Salary (3 years)£32,000
    96%Satisfaction84%

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

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

University of Greenwich

Stephen Lawrence Scholarship (Architecture)

£19,580

Deadline: N/A

EU Bursary

£10,500

Deadline: N/A

Aziz Foundation Scholarship

100%

Deadline: N/A

Chevening Scholarships

100%

Deadline: N/A

The Sanctuary Scholarship

£10,000

Deadline: N/A

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University of Liverpool

Liverpool Advancement Scholarship

£5,000

Deadline: N/A

Postgraduate Opportunity Bursary

£3,000

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

University of Greenwich vs University of Liverpool: common questions

Is University of Greenwich or University of Liverpool cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,980 a year at University of Greenwich and £32,000 at University of Liverpool: University of Greenwich is about £14,020 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,450 a year at University of Greenwich and £30,000 at University of Liverpool: University of Greenwich is about £10,550 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 Greenwich and University of Liverpool?

Both universities teach 48 subject areas: Music, Sociology & Criminology, Computer Science, Politics & International Relations, Business Studies, Law, History, Mathematics, Media & Film Studies, English Studies, Civil Engineering, Electronic & Electrical Engineering and 36 more.

Is University of Greenwich or University of Liverpool better for Music?

Music graduates earn a median £21,000 three years after graduating from University of Greenwich, and £19,000 from University of Liverpool. Student satisfaction with teaching is 92% at University of Greenwich and 91% at University of Liverpool. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does University of Greenwich or University of Liverpool offer more courses?

University of Liverpool lists 793 courses on CourseOptions and University of Greenwich lists 272 courses.

What can you study at University of Greenwich but not at University of Liverpool?

University of Greenwich teaches 24 subject areas that University of Liverpool does not, including Teacher Training, Healthcare Science, Education Studies, Building & Construction, Chemical Engineering, Forensic Science, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Animal Science and 16 more.

What can you study at University of Liverpool but not at University of Greenwich?

University of Liverpool teaches 46 subject areas that University of Greenwich does not, including Archaeology, Asian Languages & Studies, Classical Studies, French, Italian, German & Scandinavian Studies, Philosophy, Physics and 38 more.

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University of Greenwich272 courses · 19 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Liverpool793 courses · 2 scholarshipsBrowse Courses