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University of Lincoln

Lincoln · QS World #851

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University of Strathclyde

Glasgow · QS World #230

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 10 datapoints

We looked at 10 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

2/10

Lincoln

scored higher in 2 categories

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8/10

Strathclyde

scored higher in 8 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Strathclyde leads in 8 of 10 categories where both have data (ranking, established, satisfaction, employment, graduate salary, courses). University of Lincoln is ahead on international, scholarship.

University of Lincoln vs University of Strathclyde at a glance

University of Lincoln and University of Strathclyde both teach 45 subject areas, the largest being Law, Mathematics and Chemistry. University of Lincoln offers 343 courses across 81 subject areas; University of Strathclyde offers 541 courses across 67 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,300 a year at University of Lincoln and £22,750 at University of Strathclyde: University of Lincoln is about £4,450 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,800 a year at University of Lincoln and £30,250 at University of Strathclyde: University of Lincoln is about £11,450 a year cheaper.

Of the 24 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Strathclyde is higher in 19 and University of Lincoln in 4, with 1 about level. The widest gap is in Economics: £23,000 three years after graduating from University of Lincoln, against £32,000 from University of Strathclyde. Of the 27 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Strathclyde is higher in 18 and University of Lincoln in 8, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#851
QS World
#230
#601
THE World
#351
#38
Guardian UK
#25
1861
Established
1796
No
Russell Group
No
Gold
TEF Rating
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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 Strathclyde

84.2%
89.6%

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%
84%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

20.5%
18.8%

International

International student share

343
541

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

21
0

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

Strathclyde

86 countries · 18.8% international

  • 🇮🇳India31%
  • 🇨🇳China10.5%
  • 🌐Kuwait4.4%
  • 🇺🇸United States4.1%
  • 🌐Oman3.8%

Subjects

45 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 Strathclyde

Also taught at both: Psychology (General), Accounting, Business & Management (General), Business Studies, Design & Fashion, Marketing, Economics, Finance & Actuarial Science, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Human Resource Management, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Sociology & Criminology, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Social Policy & Public Policy, Architecture, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Human Geography & Environment, Social Work, Creative Writing, Forensic Science, Building & Construction, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Geology & Earth Sciences, Biotechnology, Mental Health Nursing.

Only at University of Lincoln

Only at University of Strathclyde

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 Strathclyde
£22,750

University of Lincoln is about £4,450 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

University of Lincoln
£18,800
University of Strathclyde
£30,250

University of Lincoln is about £11,450 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 Strathclyde

  • Law

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    89%Satisfaction94%

  • Mathematics

    No dataSalary (3 years)£26,500
    88%Satisfaction87%

  • Chemistry

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
    77%Satisfaction94%

  • Physics

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
    89%Satisfaction92%

  • Computer Science

    £29,500Salary (3 years)£33,500
    73%Satisfaction82%

  • History

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£22,000
    83%Satisfaction94%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£25,000
    92%Satisfaction91%

  • Education Studies

    No dataSalary (3 years)£25,500
    82%Satisfaction90%

  • Mechanical Engineering

    £30,500Salary (3 years)£34,500
    89%Satisfaction76%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £30,500Salary (3 years)£34,000
    85%Satisfaction87%

  • Media & Film Studies

    £19,500Salary (3 years)£24,500
    77%Satisfaction88%

  • General Engineering

    £30,500Salary (3 years)£32,000
    85%Satisfaction89%

Showing the 12 largest of 27 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 Strathclyde

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FAQ

University of Lincoln vs University of Strathclyde: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,300 a year at University of Lincoln and £22,750 at University of Strathclyde: University of Lincoln is about £4,450 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,800 a year at University of Lincoln and £30,250 at University of Strathclyde: University of Lincoln is about £11,450 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 Strathclyde?

Both universities teach 45 subject areas: Law, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, English Studies, History, Politics & International Relations, Childhood & Youth Studies, Education Studies, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and 33 more.

Is University of Lincoln or University of Strathclyde better for Law?

Law graduates earn a median £21,000 three years after graduating from University of Lincoln, and £26,500 from University of Strathclyde. Student satisfaction with teaching is 89% at University of Lincoln and 94% at University of Strathclyde. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Strathclyde lists 541 courses on CourseOptions and University of Lincoln lists 343 courses.

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

University of Lincoln teaches 36 subject areas that University of Strathclyde does not, including Animal Science, Journalism, Zoology & Animal Biology, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Film Production & Cinematography, Philosophy, Biology, Classical Studies and 28 more.

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

University of Strathclyde teaches 22 subject areas that University of Lincoln does not, including Teacher Training, French, Civil Engineering, Naval Architecture, Statistics, Personal & Professional Development, Biomedical Engineering, Management and 14 more.

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University of Lincoln343 courses · 21 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Strathclyde541 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses