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University of Oxford

Oxford · QS World #4

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University of Strathclyde

Glasgow · QS World #230

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.

10/11

Oxford

scored higher in 10 categories

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1/11

Strathclyde

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

University of Oxford leads in 10 of 11 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, established, satisfaction, international, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). University of Strathclyde is ahead on employment.

University of Oxford vs University of Strathclyde at a glance

University of Oxford and University of Strathclyde both teach 43 subject areas, the largest being History, English Studies and Childhood & Youth Studies. University of Oxford offers 642 courses across 79 subject areas; University of Strathclyde offers 541 courses across 67 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £43,600 a year at University of Oxford and £22,750 at University of Strathclyde: University of Strathclyde is about £20,850 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £38,430 a year at University of Oxford and £30,250 at University of Strathclyde: University of Strathclyde is about £8,180 a year cheaper.

Of the 14 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Oxford is higher in 14 and University of Strathclyde in 0. The widest gap is in Law: £52,500 three years after graduating from University of Oxford, against £26,500 from University of Strathclyde. Of the 13 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Oxford is higher in 8 and University of Strathclyde in 5.

World & National Rankings

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

#4
QS World
#230
#1
THE World
#351
#1
Guardian UK
#25
1096
Established
1796
Yes
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 Oxford

University of Strathclyde

92.5%
89.6%

Satisfaction

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

£50,000
£37,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

76.6%
84%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

37.2%
18.8%

International

International student share

642
541

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

1
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.

Oxford

118 countries · 37.2% international

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

Strathclyde

86 countries · 18.8% international

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

Subjects

43 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 Strathclyde

Also taught at both: Finance & Actuarial Science, Business & Management (General), Clinical Specialities, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Psychology (General), Statistics, Business Studies, Biochemistry, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Social Policy & Public Policy, Media & Film Studies, Social Work, Biomedical Sciences, Sociology & Criminology, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Information & Library Studies, Management, Building & Construction, Pharmacology, Public Health & Epidemiology, Software Engineering, Design & Fashion, Geology & Earth Sciences, Human Geography & Environment, Humanities, Clinical & Health Psychology.

Only at University of Oxford

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 Oxford
£43,600
University of Strathclyde
£22,750

University of Strathclyde is about £20,850 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

University of Oxford
£38,430
University of Strathclyde
£30,250

University of Strathclyde is about £8,180 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 Strathclyde

  • History

    £33,000Salary (3 years)£22,000
    96%Satisfaction94%

  • English Studies

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£22,000
    97%Satisfaction91%

  • Law

    £52,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
    No dataSatisfaction94%

  • Spanish & Portuguese

    £33,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    94%Satisfaction99%

  • French

    £33,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    96%Satisfaction95%

  • Physics

    £43,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
    94%Satisfaction92%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £38,500Salary (3 years)£25,000
    89%Satisfaction91%

  • General Engineering

    £40,500Salary (3 years)£32,000
    84%Satisfaction89%

  • Computer Science

    £51,500Salary (3 years)£33,500
    92%Satisfaction82%

  • Mathematics

    £43,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    91%Satisfaction87%

  • Economics

    £46,000Salary (3 years)£32,000
    93%Satisfaction84%

  • Chemistry

    £43,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
    85%Satisfaction94%

Showing the 12 largest of 14 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

University of Oxford

The Rhodes Scholarship

100%

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

University of Oxford vs University of Strathclyde: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £43,600 a year at University of Oxford and £22,750 at University of Strathclyde: University of Strathclyde is about £20,850 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £38,430 a year at University of Oxford and £30,250 at University of Strathclyde: University of Strathclyde is about £8,180 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 Strathclyde?

Both universities teach 43 subject areas: History, English Studies, Childhood & Youth Studies, Law, Spanish & Portuguese, French, Physics, Politics & International Relations, General Engineering, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics and 31 more.

Is University of Oxford or University of Strathclyde better for History?

History graduates earn a median £33,000 three years after graduating from University of Oxford, and £22,000 from University of Strathclyde. Student satisfaction with teaching is 96% at University of Oxford and 94% at University of Strathclyde. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Oxford lists 642 courses on CourseOptions and University of Strathclyde lists 541 courses.

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

University of Oxford teaches 36 subject areas that University of Strathclyde does not, including Classical Studies, Eastern European Languages, German & Scandinavian Studies, Italian, Ancient Languages, Linguistics, African & Middle Eastern Studies, Theology & Religious Studies and 28 more.

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

University of Strathclyde teaches 24 subject areas that University of Oxford does not, including Teacher Training, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Accounting, Marketing, Naval Architecture, Personal & Professional Development, Human Resource Management and 16 more.

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University of Oxford642 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses
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University of Strathclyde541 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses