Skip to main content

Compare any two UK universities

Select any two universities below and we'll generate an instant, data-driven comparison — rankings, salaries, student satisfaction, international community, and more.

U
University of Lancashire

Preston · QS World #1001

U
University of Oxford

Oxford · QS World #4

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 12 datapoints

We looked at 12 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

2/12

Lancashire

scored higher in 2 categories

VS

10/12

Oxford

scored higher in 10 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Oxford leads in 10 of 12 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, TEF, established, satisfaction, international, graduate salary, courses). University of Lancashire is ahead on employment, scholarship.

University of Lancashire vs University of Oxford at a glance

University of Lancashire and University of Oxford both teach 43 subject areas, the largest being History, Childhood & Youth Studies and Law. University of Lancashire offers 363 courses across 82 subject areas; University of Oxford offers 642 courses across 79 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,330 a year at University of Lancashire and £43,600 at University of Oxford: University of Lancashire is about £26,270 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,250 a year at University of Lancashire and £38,430 at University of Oxford: University of Lancashire is about £19,180 a year cheaper.

Of the 11 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Oxford is higher in 11 and University of Lancashire in 0. The widest gap is in Law: £21,000 three years after graduating from University of Lancashire, against £52,500 from University of Oxford. Of the 11 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Oxford is higher in 7 and University of Lancashire in 4.

World & National Rankings

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

#1001
QS World
#4
#1001
THE World
#1
#76
Guardian UK
#1
1828
Established
1096
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 Lancashire

University of Oxford

86.8%
92.5%

Satisfaction

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

£28,100
£50,000

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

83.1%
76.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

20.5%
37.2%

International

International student share

363
642

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

15
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.

Lancashire

74 countries · 20.5% international

  • 🇮🇳India34.3%
  • 🇦🇪United Arab Emirates9.3%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria8%
  • 🌐Nepal6.6%
  • 🇨🇦Canada4.4%
VS

Oxford

118 countries · 37.2% international

  • 🇨🇳China18.2%
  • 🇺🇸United States16.8%
  • 🇩🇪Germany5.6%
  • 🇮🇳India5.2%
  • 🇨🇦Canada4.6%

Subjects

43 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 Lancashire

University of Oxford

Also taught at both: Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, Social Sciences (General), Sociology & Criminology, Building & Construction, Business Studies, Design & Fashion, Archaeology, Mathematics, Biology, Health & Social Care, Management, Anthropology, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Film Production & Cinematography, Education Studies, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, English Language, English Literature, Fine Art, Pharmacology, Public Health & Epidemiology, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Media & Film Studies, Clinical & Health Psychology, Microbiology & Cell Biology.

Only at University of Lancashire

Only at University of Oxford

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 Lancashire
£17,330
University of Oxford
£43,600

University of Lancashire is about £26,270 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

University of Lancashire
£19,250
University of Oxford
£38,430

University of Lancashire is about £19,180 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 Lancashire

University of Oxford

  • History

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£33,000
    100%Satisfaction96%

  • Law

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£52,500
    87%SatisfactionNo data

  • English Studies

    £20,500Salary (3 years)£29,000
    92%Satisfaction97%

  • Computer Science

    £24,500Salary (3 years)£51,500
    71%Satisfaction92%

  • Ancient Languages

    £20,000Salary (3 years)£32,000
    90%Satisfaction85%

  • Asian Languages & Studies

    £20,000Salary (3 years)£32,000
    78%Satisfaction90%

  • Music

    £18,500Salary (3 years)£31,500
    98%Satisfaction91%

  • Physics

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£43,000
    86%Satisfaction94%

  • Medicine

    No dataSalary (3 years)£46,000
    71%Satisfaction97%

  • Psychology (General)

    £19,500Salary (3 years)£32,000
    90%Satisfaction94%

  • Mathematics

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£43,000
    94%Satisfaction91%

  • Biology

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£29,500
    90%Satisfaction94%

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

University of Lancashire

Fee Waiver Scholarship for Sanctuary Seekers

100%

Deadline: N/A

Care-experienced and Estranged Student Graduation Bursary

£500

Deadline: N/A

Degree Apprentice Care Leaver Bursary

See details

Deadline: N/A

Estranged Student Support

See details

Deadline: N/A

Journalism Innovation and Leadership PGCert Scholarship

See details

Deadline: N/A

View all scholarships →

University of Oxford

The Rhodes Scholarship

100%

Deadline: N/A

View all scholarships →

FAQ

University of Lancashire vs University of Oxford: common questions

Is University of Lancashire or University of Oxford cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,330 a year at University of Lancashire and £43,600 at University of Oxford: University of Lancashire is about £26,270 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £19,250 a year at University of Lancashire and £38,430 at University of Oxford: University of Lancashire is about £19,180 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 Lancashire and University of Oxford?

Both universities teach 43 subject areas: History, Childhood & Youth Studies, Law, English Studies, Computer Science, Ancient Languages, Asian Languages & Studies, Music, General Engineering, Physics, Business & Management (General), Health Sciences & Paramedic Science and 31 more.

Is University of Lancashire or University of Oxford better for History?

History graduates earn a median £21,000 three years after graduating from University of Lancashire, and £33,000 from University of Oxford. Student satisfaction with teaching is 100% at University of Lancashire and 96% at University of Oxford. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does University of Lancashire or University of Oxford offer more courses?

University of Oxford lists 642 courses on CourseOptions and University of Lancashire lists 363 courses.

What can you study at University of Lancashire but not at University of Oxford?

University of Lancashire teaches 39 subject areas that University of Oxford does not, including Sport & Exercise Sciences, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Adult Nursing, Games Design & Computer Animation, Mechanical Engineering, Mental Health Nursing and 31 more.

What can you study at University of Oxford but not at University of Lancashire?

University of Oxford teaches 36 subject areas that University of Lancashire does not, including Classical Studies, Spanish & Portuguese, Eastern European Languages, German & Scandinavian Studies, French, Italian, Linguistics, African & Middle Eastern Studies and 28 more.

Ready to explore courses?

Browse available courses, check entry requirements, and find scholarships at each university.

U
University of Lancashire363 courses · 15 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
U
University of Oxford642 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses