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University of Northampton

Northampton · QS World #1201

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University of Stirling

Stirling · QS World #560

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 9 datapoints

We looked at 9 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

2/9

Northampton

scored higher in 2 categories

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7/9

Stirling

scored higher in 7 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Stirling leads in 7 of 9 categories where both have data (ranking, established, international, graduate salary, courses). University of Northampton is ahead on satisfaction, employment.

University of Northampton vs University of Stirling at a glance

University of Northampton and University of Stirling both teach 34 subject areas, the largest being Psychology (General), Sociology & Criminology and Accounting. University of Northampton offers 221 courses across 60 subject areas; University of Stirling offers 254 courses across 60 subject areas.

Of the 23 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Stirling is higher in 18 and University of Northampton in 3, with 2 about level. The widest gap is in Business Information Systems: £24,000 three years after graduating from University of Northampton, against £30,500 from University of Stirling. Of the 24 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Northampton is higher in 15 and University of Stirling in 8, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#1201
QS World
#560
#1501
THE World
#501
#93
Guardian UK
#50
1975
Established
1967
No
Russell Group
No
Silver
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 Northampton

University of Stirling

86%
85%

Satisfaction

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

£29,200
£31,000

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

82.4%
80.5%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

16.4%
18.4%

International

International student share

221
254

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

0
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.

Northampton

35 countries · 16.4% international

  • 🇵🇰Pakistan27%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria18.2%
  • 🇮🇳India14.2%
  • 🌐Nepal8.3%
  • 🇬🇭Ghana4.1%
VS

Stirling

75 countries · 18.4% international

  • 🇮🇳India17.1%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan15%
  • 🇺🇸United States13.6%
  • 🇨🇳China7.6%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria5.8%

Subjects

34 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 Northampton

University of Stirling

Also taught at both: Education Studies, Journalism, Environmental Sciences, Human Resource Management, Teacher Training, Childhood & Youth Studies, Applied Psychology, Biology, Mental Health Nursing, Physical Geography & Climate, Adult Nursing, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Social Policy & Public Policy, Social Work, Business Information Systems, Health & Social Care, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Information Systems & Data Science, Public Health & Epidemiology.

Only at University of Northampton

Only at University of Stirling

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.

Postgraduate

University of Northampton
£19,000
University of Stirling
No data

We do not have reliable international fee data for University of Stirling yet.

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 Northampton

University of Stirling

  • Psychology (General)

    £22,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
    72%Satisfaction87%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
    86%Satisfaction86%

  • Accounting

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
    88%Satisfaction85%

  • Business Studies

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£26,000
    95%Satisfaction80%

  • Law

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
    81%Satisfaction86%

  • Sport & Exercise Sciences

    £21,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
    99%Satisfaction84%

  • Computer Science

    £26,000Salary (3 years)£30,500
    75%Satisfaction68%

  • Media & Film Studies

    £18,500Salary (3 years)£19,500
    90%Satisfaction84%

  • Marketing

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£25,500
    89%Satisfaction81%

  • Finance & Actuarial Science

    £23,500Salary (3 years)£25,000
    83%Satisfaction75%

  • Health Sciences & Paramedic Science

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£29,000
    76%Satisfaction94%

  • History

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£23,000
    93%Satisfaction94%

Showing the 12 largest of 24 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

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FAQ

University of Northampton vs University of Stirling: common questions

What subjects can you study at both University of Northampton and University of Stirling?

Both universities teach 34 subject areas: Psychology (General), Sociology & Criminology, Accounting, Business Studies, Law, Politics & International Relations, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Business & Management (General), Computer Science, Media & Film Studies, Marketing, Finance & Actuarial Science and 22 more.

Is University of Northampton or University of Stirling better for Psychology (General)?

Psychology (General) graduates earn a median £22,000 three years after graduating from University of Northampton, and £21,000 from University of Stirling. Student satisfaction with teaching is 72% at University of Northampton and 87% at University of Stirling. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does University of Northampton or University of Stirling offer more courses?

University of Stirling lists 254 courses on CourseOptions and University of Northampton lists 221 courses.

What can you study at University of Northampton but not at University of Stirling?

University of Northampton teaches 26 subject areas that University of Stirling does not, including Design & Fashion, Games Design & Computer Animation, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Music, Fine Art, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Film Production & Cinematography, General Engineering and 18 more.

What can you study at University of Stirling but not at University of Northampton?

University of Stirling teaches 26 subject areas that University of Northampton does not, including French, Mathematics, Economics, Philosophy, Ecology & Conservation, Humanities, Planning & Housing, Publishing and 18 more.

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