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Select any two universities below and we'll generate an instant, data-driven comparison — rankings, salaries, student satisfaction, international community, and more.

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University of Oxford

Oxford · QS World #4

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University of South Wales

Pontypridd · QS World #1201

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.

9/11

Oxford

scored higher in 9 categories

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2/11

South Wales

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Oxford leads in 9 of 11 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, established, satisfaction, international, graduate salary, courses). University of South Wales is ahead on employment, scholarship.

University of Oxford vs University of South Wales at a glance

University of Oxford and University of South Wales both teach 36 subject areas, the largest being Childhood & Youth Studies, History and Law. University of Oxford offers 642 courses across 79 subject areas; University of South Wales offers 331 courses across 63 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £43,600 a year at University of Oxford and £16,200 at University of South Wales: University of South Wales is about £27,400 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £38,430 a year at University of Oxford and £17,900 at University of South Wales: University of South Wales is about £20,530 a year cheaper.

Of the 7 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Oxford is higher in 7 and University of South Wales in 0. The widest gap is in Law: £52,500 three years after graduating from University of Oxford, against £20,000 from University of South Wales. Of the 6 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Oxford is higher in 6 and University of South Wales in 0.

World & National Rankings

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

#4
QS World
#1201
#1
THE World
#1201
#1
Guardian UK
#83
1096
Established
1913
Yes
Russell Group
No
Gold
TEF Rating
—

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.

University of Oxford

University of South Wales

92.5%
86.7%

Satisfaction

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

£50,000
£27,400

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

76.6%
84.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

37.2%
22%

International

International student share

642
331

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

1
23

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.

Oxford

118 countries · 37.2% international

  • 🇨🇳China18.2%
  • 🇺🇸United States16.8%
  • 🇩🇪Germany5.6%
  • 🇮🇳India5.2%
  • 🇨🇦Canada4.6%
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South Wales

71 countries · 22% international

  • 🇳🇬Nigeria17.6%
  • 🇧🇩Bangladesh16.6%
  • 🇮🇳India16.1%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan15.7%
  • 🌐Sri Lanka6.6%

Subjects

36 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 Oxford

University of South Wales

Also taught at both: Biology, Sociology & Criminology, Finance & Actuarial Science, Software Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, Civil Engineering, Health & Social Care, Chemistry, Media & Film Studies, Social Sciences (General), Social Work, Business Studies, Education Studies, Statistics, Public Health & Epidemiology, Social Policy & Public Policy, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Human Geography & Environment, Management, Fine Art, Creative Arts (General).

Only at University of Oxford

Only at University of South Wales

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 Oxford
£43,600
University of South Wales
£16,200

University of South Wales is about £27,400 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

University of Oxford
£38,430
University of South Wales
£17,900

University of South Wales is about £20,530 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 Oxford

University of South Wales

  • History

    £33,000Salary (3 years)£19,500
    96%Satisfaction95%

  • Law

    £52,500Salary (3 years)£20,000
    No dataSatisfaction96%

  • Psychology (General)

    £32,000Salary (3 years)£19,500
    94%Satisfaction90%

  • Music

    £31,500Salary (3 years)£18,500
    91%Satisfaction71%

  • Computer Science

    £51,500Salary (3 years)£19,500
    92%Satisfaction90%

  • Biology

    £29,500Salary (3 years)£20,500
    94%Satisfaction91%

  • Chemistry

    £43,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
    85%Satisfaction84%

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

University of Oxford

The Rhodes Scholarship

100%

Deadline: N/A

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University of South Wales

USW Postgraduate Refugee Sanctuary Scheme

100%

Deadline: N/A

USW Postgraduate Sanctuary Scholarship 2026/2027

100%

Deadline: Jul 2026

USW Postgraduate Sanctuary Scholarship 2027/2028

100%

Deadline: Jul 2027

USW Refugee Sanctuary Scheme

100%

Deadline: N/A

Undergraduate Sanctuary Scholarship 2026/2027

100%

Deadline: Jul 2026

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FAQ

University of Oxford vs University of South Wales: common questions

Is University of Oxford or University of South Wales cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £43,600 a year at University of Oxford and £16,200 at University of South Wales: University of South Wales is about £27,400 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £38,430 a year at University of Oxford and £17,900 at University of South Wales: University of South Wales is about £20,530 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 Oxford and University of South Wales?

Both universities teach 36 subject areas: Childhood & Youth Studies, History, Law, English Studies, Psychology (General), Business & Management (General), Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, General Engineering, Politics & International Relations, Building & Construction, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Music and 24 more.

Is University of Oxford or University of South Wales better for History?

History graduates earn a median £33,000 three years after graduating from University of Oxford, and £19,500 from University of South Wales. Student satisfaction with teaching is 96% at University of Oxford and 95% at University of South Wales. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does University of Oxford or University of South Wales offer more courses?

University of Oxford lists 642 courses on CourseOptions and University of South Wales lists 331 courses.

What can you study at University of Oxford but not at University of South Wales?

University of Oxford teaches 43 subject areas that University of South Wales does not, including Classical Studies, Spanish & Portuguese, Eastern European Languages, German & Scandinavian Studies, French, Italian, Ancient Languages, Linguistics and 35 more.

What can you study at University of South Wales but not at University of Oxford?

University of South Wales teaches 27 subject areas that University of Oxford does not, including Healthcare Science, Aerospace Engineering, Nursing (General), Sport & Exercise Sciences, Teacher Training, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Forensic Science, Marketing and 19 more.

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University of Oxford642 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses
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University of South Wales331 courses · 23 scholarshipsBrowse Courses