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University of Lincoln

Lincoln · QS World #851

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University of Southampton

Southampton · QS World #111

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.

3/12

Lincoln

scored higher in 3 categories

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9/12

Southampton

scored higher in 9 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Southampton leads in 9 of 12 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, satisfaction, international, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). University of Lincoln is ahead on TEF, established, employment.

University of Lincoln vs University of Southampton at a glance

University of Lincoln and University of Southampton both teach 58 subject areas, the largest being General Engineering, Electronic & Electrical Engineering and Mathematics. University of Lincoln offers 343 courses across 81 subject areas; University of Southampton offers 545 courses across 91 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,300 a year at University of Lincoln and £26,000 at University of Southampton: University of Lincoln is about £7,700 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,800 a year at University of Lincoln and £31,200 at University of Southampton: University of Lincoln is about £12,400 a year cheaper.

Of the 30 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Southampton is higher in 30 and University of Lincoln in 0. The widest gap is in Games Design & Computer Animation: £28,000 three years after graduating from University of Lincoln, against £47,000 from University of Southampton. Of the 33 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Southampton is higher in 17 and University of Lincoln in 14, with 2 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#851
QS World
#111
#601
THE World
#129
#38
Guardian UK
#16
1861
Established
1862
No
Russell Group
Yes
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 Southampton

84.2%
87%

Satisfaction

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

£29,200
£37,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

83.3%
82.1%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

20.5%
35.1%

International

International student share

343
545

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

21
52

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

Southampton

103 countries · 35.1% international

  • 🇨🇳China63.5%
  • 🇮🇳India4.8%
  • 🇲🇾Malaysia2.8%
  • 🇸🇦Saudi Arabia2.6%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong2.5%

Subjects

58 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 Southampton

Also taught at both: Politics & International Relations, English Literature, Chemical Engineering, Philosophy, Economics, Marketing, Psychology (General), Business Studies, Music, Accounting, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Zoology & Animal Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, Education Studies, Pharmacology, Human Geography & Environment, Social Policy & Public Policy, Architecture, Creative Writing, Cultural Studies, Ecology & Conservation, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Heritage & Conservation, Medicine, Nursing (General), Physical Geography & Climate, Building & Construction, Counselling & Psychotherapy, English Studies, Fine Art, Human Resource Management, Computing & IT, Games Design & Computer Animation, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Social Sciences (General), Technology & Logistics, Applied Psychology, Mental Health Nursing, Midwifery.

Only at University of Lincoln

Only at University of Southampton

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 Southampton
£26,000

University of Lincoln is about £7,700 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

University of Lincoln
£18,800
University of Southampton
£31,200

University of Lincoln is about £12,400 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 Southampton

  • General Engineering

    £30,500Salary (3 years)£34,500
    85%Satisfaction90%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £30,500Salary (3 years)£40,500
    85%Satisfaction89%

  • Mathematics

    No dataSalary (3 years)£32,000
    88%Satisfaction81%

  • Physics

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£32,000
    89%Satisfaction87%

  • Chemistry

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£29,000
    77%Satisfaction91%

  • Computer Science

    £29,500Salary (3 years)£47,000
    73%Satisfaction80%

  • Mechanical Engineering

    £30,500Salary (3 years)£34,500
    89%Satisfaction87%

  • Design & Fashion

    £20,000Salary (3 years)£21,500
    87%Satisfaction89%

  • Media & Film Studies

    £19,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
    77%Satisfaction87%

  • History

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    83%Satisfaction91%

  • Law

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£28,500
    89%Satisfaction87%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£25,000
    73%Satisfaction86%

Showing the 12 largest of 34 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 Southampton

Horizon Europe fee waiver

100%

Deadline: N/A

Cowrie Foundation Scholarship

£8,000

Deadline: N/A

Xiamen University PhD Scholarships

See details

Deadline: N/A

Sociology Criminology International Scholarship

See details

Deadline: N/A

Southampton Ageing & Gerontology Talent Scholarship

See details

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

University of Lincoln vs University of Southampton: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,300 a year at University of Lincoln and £26,000 at University of Southampton: University of Lincoln is about £7,700 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,800 a year at University of Lincoln and £31,200 at University of Southampton: University of Lincoln is about £12,400 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 Southampton?

Both universities teach 58 subject areas: General Engineering, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Business & Management (General), Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Design & Fashion, Finance & Actuarial Science, Media & Film Studies, History and 46 more.

Is University of Lincoln or University of Southampton better for General Engineering?

General Engineering graduates earn a median £30,500 three years after graduating from University of Lincoln, and £34,500 from University of Southampton. Student satisfaction with teaching is 85% at University of Lincoln and 90% at University of Southampton. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Southampton lists 545 courses on CourseOptions and University of Lincoln lists 343 courses.

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

University of Lincoln teaches 23 subject areas that University of Southampton does not, including Animal Science, Journalism, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Film Production & Cinematography, Childhood & Youth Studies, Classical Studies, Forensic Science, Hospitality, Events & Tourism and 15 more.

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

University of Southampton teaches 33 subject areas that University of Lincoln does not, including Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, Archaeology, Ancient Languages, Environmental Sciences, Marine Engineering & Technology, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning and 25 more.

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