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University of Lincoln

Lincoln · QS World #851

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University of York

York · QS World #158

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

York

scored higher in 7 categories

Quick Verdict

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

University of Lincoln vs University of York at a glance

University of Lincoln and University of York both teach 54 subject areas, the largest being Mathematics, Computer Science and Chemistry. University of Lincoln offers 343 courses across 81 subject areas; University of York offers 532 courses across 82 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,300 a year at University of Lincoln and £27,500 at University of York: University of Lincoln is about £9,200 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,800 a year at University of Lincoln and £27,250 at University of York: University of Lincoln is about £8,450 a year cheaper.

Of the 24 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of York is higher in 22 and University of Lincoln in 2. The widest gap is in Economics: £23,000 three years after graduating from University of Lincoln, against £35,500 from University of York. Of the 28 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Lincoln is higher in 12 and University of York in 12, with 4 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#851
QS World
#158
#601
THE World
#154
#38
Guardian UK
#20
1861
Established
1963
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 York

84.2%
87.1%

Satisfaction

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

£29,200
£34,700

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

83.3%
80.2%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

20.5%
18.6%

International

International student share

343
532

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

21
3

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

York

97 countries · 18.6% international

  • 🇨🇳China44.1%
  • 🇮🇳India7.2%
  • 🇺🇸United States5.7%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong4.3%
  • 🌐Korea (South)2.2%

Subjects

54 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 York

Also taught at both: Media & Film Studies, Biology, Design & Fashion, Film Production & Cinematography, Human Geography & Environment, Education Studies, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Childhood & Youth Studies, Forensic Science, Economics, Physical Geography & Climate, Psychology (General), General Engineering, Biochemistry, Finance & Actuarial Science, Ecology & Conservation, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Heritage & Conservation, Marketing, Mechanical Engineering, Business Studies, Drama & Theatre, Accounting, Architecture, Building & Construction, Creative Writing, Mental Health Nursing, English Literature, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Nursing (General), Developmental & Educational Psychology, Social Sciences (General), Social Work, Technology & Logistics, Applied Psychology, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Midwifery.

Only at University of Lincoln

Only at University of York

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 York
£27,500

University of Lincoln is about £9,200 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

University of Lincoln
£18,800
University of York
£27,250

University of Lincoln is about £8,450 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 York

  • Mathematics

    No dataSalary (3 years)£28,500
    88%Satisfaction86%

  • Computer Science

    £29,500Salary (3 years)£40,000
    73%Satisfaction73%

  • Chemistry

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£28,500
    77%Satisfaction92%

  • Physics

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£30,000
    89%Satisfaction89%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
    92%Satisfaction91%

  • Philosophy

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    93%Satisfaction89%

  • Law

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£30,500
    89%Satisfaction89%

  • Music

    £18,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
    95%Satisfaction87%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
    73%Satisfaction90%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £30,500Salary (3 years)£33,000
    85%Satisfaction88%

  • History

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
    83%Satisfaction93%

  • Biomedical Sciences

    £27,500Salary (3 years)£28,000
    87%Satisfaction82%

Showing the 12 largest of 29 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 York

Care Leavers and Estranged Students Bursary

£3,000

Deadline: N/A

York Bursary

£1,000

Deadline: N/A

York Futures Scholarship

See details

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

University of Lincoln vs University of York: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,300 a year at University of Lincoln and £27,500 at University of York: University of Lincoln is about £9,200 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,800 a year at University of Lincoln and £27,250 at University of York: University of Lincoln is about £8,450 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 York?

Both universities teach 54 subject areas: Mathematics, Computer Science, Chemistry, Physics, Business & Management (General), Politics & International Relations, Philosophy, Law, Music, Sociology & Criminology, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, History and 42 more.

Is University of Lincoln or University of York better for Computer Science?

Computer Science graduates earn a median £29,500 three years after graduating from University of Lincoln, and £40,000 from University of York. Student satisfaction with teaching is 73% at University of Lincoln and 73% at University of York. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of York lists 532 courses on CourseOptions and University of Lincoln lists 343 courses.

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

University of Lincoln teaches 27 subject areas that University of York does not, including Animal Science, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Journalism, Zoology & Animal Biology, Pharmacology, Classical Studies, Cultural Studies, Hospitality, Events & Tourism and 19 more.

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

University of York teaches 28 subject areas that University of Lincoln does not, including Archaeology, History of Art & Design, Linguistics, Management, Environmental Sciences, French, German & Scandinavian Studies, Humanities and 20 more.

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