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

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University of Lincoln

Lincoln · QS World #851

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University of Oxford

Oxford · QS World #4

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

Lincoln

scored higher in 2 categories

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9/11

Oxford

scored higher in 9 categories

Quick Verdict

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

University of Lincoln vs University of Oxford at a glance

University of Lincoln and University of Oxford both teach 48 subject areas, the largest being Classical Studies, History and Childhood & Youth Studies. University of Lincoln offers 343 courses across 81 subject areas; University of Oxford offers 642 courses across 79 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,300 a year at University of Lincoln and £43,600 at University of Oxford: University of Lincoln is about £25,300 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,800 a year at University of Lincoln and £38,430 at University of Oxford: University of Lincoln is about £19,630 a year cheaper.

Of the 14 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Oxford is higher in 14 and University of Lincoln in 0. The widest gap is in Law: £21,000 three years after graduating from University of Lincoln, against £52,500 from University of Oxford. Of the 15 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Oxford is higher in 11 and University of Lincoln in 4.

World & National Rankings

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

#851
QS World
#4
#601
THE World
#1
#38
Guardian UK
#1
1861
Established
1096
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 Lincoln

University of Oxford

84.2%
92.5%

Satisfaction

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

£29,200
£50,000

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

83.3%
76.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

20.5%
37.2%

International

International student share

343
642

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

21
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.

Lincoln

47 countries · 20.5% international

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

Oxford

118 countries · 37.2% international

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

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 Lincoln

University of Oxford

Also taught at both: Design & Fashion, Economics, Music, Philosophy, Sociology & Criminology, Biochemistry, Biology, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Business & Management (General), Astronomy & Astrophysics, Pharmacology, Finance & Actuarial Science, Human Geography & Environment, Media & Film Studies, Anatomy & Pathology, Film Production & Cinematography, English Literature, Social Sciences (General), Social Work, Business Studies, Geology & Earth Sciences, Social Policy & Public Policy, Building & Construction, Computing & IT, Ecology & Conservation, Fine Art, Geography (General), Medicine, Physical Geography & Climate, Education Studies, Landscape Architecture & Design, Chemical Engineering, Microbiology & Cell Biology.

Only at University of Lincoln

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 Lincoln
£18,300
University of Oxford
£43,600

University of Lincoln is about £25,300 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

University of Lincoln
£18,800
University of Oxford
£38,430

University of Lincoln is about £19,630 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 Lincoln

University of Oxford

  • Classical Studies

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£32,000
    89%Satisfaction95%

  • History

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£33,000
    83%Satisfaction96%

  • Mathematics

    No dataSalary (3 years)£43,000
    88%Satisfaction91%

  • Physics

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£43,000
    89%Satisfaction94%

  • Law

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£52,500
    89%SatisfactionNo data

  • Computer Science

    £29,500Salary (3 years)£51,500
    73%Satisfaction92%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£38,500
    92%Satisfaction89%

  • Chemistry

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£43,000
    77%Satisfaction85%

  • General Engineering

    £30,500Salary (3 years)£40,500
    85%Satisfaction84%

  • Psychology (General)

    £21,500Salary (3 years)£32,000
    82%Satisfaction94%

  • Economics

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£46,000
    75%Satisfaction93%

  • Music

    £18,000Salary (3 years)£31,500
    95%Satisfaction91%

Showing the 12 largest of 16 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

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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University of Oxford

The Rhodes Scholarship

100%

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

University of Lincoln vs University of Oxford: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,300 a year at University of Lincoln and £43,600 at University of Oxford: University of Lincoln is about £25,300 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,800 a year at University of Lincoln and £38,430 at University of Oxford: University of Lincoln is about £19,630 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 Lincoln and University of Oxford?

Both universities teach 48 subject areas: Classical Studies, History, Childhood & Youth Studies, English Studies, Mathematics, Physics, Law, Computer Science, Politics & International Relations, Chemistry, General Engineering, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science and 36 more.

Is University of Lincoln or University of Oxford better for Classical Studies?

Classical Studies graduates earn a median £21,000 three years after graduating from University of Lincoln, and £32,000 from University of Oxford. Student satisfaction with teaching is 89% at University of Lincoln and 95% at University of Oxford. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Oxford lists 642 courses on CourseOptions and University of Lincoln lists 343 courses.

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

University of Lincoln teaches 33 subject areas that University of Oxford does not, including Animal Science, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Journalism, Zoology & Animal Biology, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, Creative Writing, Cultural Studies and 25 more.

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

University of Oxford teaches 31 subject areas that University of Lincoln does not, including Spanish & Portuguese, Eastern European Languages, German & Scandinavian Studies, French, Italian, Ancient Languages, Linguistics, African & Middle Eastern Studies and 23 more.

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University of Lincoln343 courses · 21 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Oxford642 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses