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 Lincoln

Lincoln · QS World #851

U
University of Reading

Reading · QS World #196

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

Lincoln

scored higher in 4 categories

VS

7/11

Reading

scored higher in 7 categories

Quick Verdict

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

University of Lincoln vs University of Reading at a glance

University of Lincoln and University of Reading both teach 49 subject areas, the largest being Mathematics, Finance & Actuarial Science and Business & Management (General). University of Lincoln offers 343 courses across 81 subject areas; University of Reading offers 448 courses across 70 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,300 a year at University of Lincoln and £25,850 at University of Reading: University of Lincoln is about £7,550 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,800 a year at University of Lincoln and £26,450 at University of Reading: University of Lincoln is about £7,650 a year cheaper.

Of the 27 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Reading is higher in 24 and University of Lincoln in 2, with 1 about level. The widest gap is in Business Studies: £24,500 three years after graduating from University of Lincoln, against £39,500 from University of Reading. Of the 32 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Reading is higher in 16 and University of Lincoln in 13, with 3 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#851
QS World
#196
#601
THE World
#201
#38
Guardian UK
#33
1861
Established
1892
No
Russell Group
No
Gold
TEF Rating
Silver

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 Reading

84.2%
85.1%

Satisfaction

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

£29,200
£35,800

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

83.3%
84.7%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

20.5%
18%

International

International student share

343
448

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

Reading

96 countries · 18% international

  • 🇨🇳China26%
  • 🇮🇳India6.9%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong5.3%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria4.2%
  • 🇲🇾Malaysia3.9%

Subjects

49 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 Reading

Also taught at both: Animal Science, English Literature, Agriculture & Land Management, Biomedical Sciences, Business Studies, Childhood & Youth Studies, Zoology & Animal Biology, Food Science, Human Geography & Environment, Biochemistry, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Accounting, Media & Film Studies, Pharmacology, Classical Studies, Ecology & Conservation, Geology & Earth Sciences, Pharmacy, Film Production & Cinematography, Fine Art, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Architecture, Biology, Creative Writing, Education Studies, Physical Geography & Climate, Drama & Theatre, Human Resource Management, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Social Sciences (General), Biotechnology, Social Policy & Public Policy.

Only at University of Lincoln

Only at University of Reading

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 Reading
£25,850

University of Lincoln is about £7,550 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

University of Lincoln
£18,800
University of Reading
£26,450

University of Lincoln is about £7,650 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 Reading

  • Mathematics

    No dataSalary (3 years)£30,500
    88%Satisfaction86%

  • Economics

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£32,500
    75%Satisfaction82%

  • Chemistry

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
    77%Satisfaction77%

  • Law

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
    89%Satisfaction86%

  • History

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£25,000
    83%Satisfaction95%

  • Design & Fashion

    £20,000Salary (3 years)£26,000
    87%Satisfaction93%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
    92%Satisfaction92%

  • Psychology (General)

    £21,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
    82%Satisfaction83%

  • Marketing

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£29,000
    94%Satisfaction76%

  • Computer Science

    £29,500Salary (3 years)£35,000
    73%Satisfaction76%

  • Philosophy

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£25,000
    93%Satisfaction86%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£31,000
    73%Satisfaction96%

Showing the 12 largest of 32 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

View all scholarships →

University of Reading

The Sporting Excellence Scholarship

See details

Deadline: N/A

View all scholarships →

FAQ

University of Lincoln vs University of Reading: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,300 a year at University of Lincoln and £25,850 at University of Reading: University of Lincoln is about £7,550 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,800 a year at University of Lincoln and £26,450 at University of Reading: University of Lincoln is about £7,650 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 Reading?

Both universities teach 49 subject areas: Mathematics, Finance & Actuarial Science, Business & Management (General), Economics, Chemistry, Law, History, Design & Fashion, Politics & International Relations, Psychology (General), Building & Construction, Marketing and 37 more.

Is University of Lincoln or University of Reading better for Economics?

Economics graduates earn a median £23,000 three years after graduating from University of Lincoln, and £32,500 from University of Reading. Student satisfaction with teaching is 75% at University of Lincoln and 82% at University of Reading. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Reading lists 448 courses on CourseOptions and University of Lincoln lists 343 courses.

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

University of Lincoln teaches 32 subject areas that University of Reading does not, including Physics, Journalism, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Mechanical Engineering, General Engineering, Cultural Studies, Forensic Science, Hospitality, Events & Tourism and 24 more.

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

University of Reading teaches 21 subject areas that University of Lincoln does not, including Management, Information & Library Studies, Ancient Languages, Archaeology, Teacher Training, Biological Sciences (General), Nutrition & Dietetics, Environmental Sciences and 13 more.

Ready to explore courses?

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

U
University of Lincoln343 courses · 21 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
U
University of Reading448 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses