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University of Portsmouth

Portsmouth · QS World #662

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University of Sunderland

Sunderland · Guardian UK #86

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.

8/10

Portsmouth

scored higher in 8 categories

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2/10

Sunderland

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

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

University of Portsmouth vs University of Sunderland at a glance

University of Portsmouth and University of Sunderland both teach 46 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Law and Electronic & Electrical Engineering. University of Portsmouth offers 446 courses across 84 subject areas; University of Sunderland offers 193 courses across 56 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,900 a year at University of Portsmouth and £17,500 at University of Sunderland: University of Sunderland is about £400 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,600 a year at University of Portsmouth and £17,000 at University of Sunderland: University of Sunderland is about £1,600 a year cheaper.

Of the 36 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Portsmouth is higher in 28 and University of Sunderland in 3, with 5 about level. The widest gap is in Economics: £30,500 three years after graduating from University of Portsmouth, against £18,500 from University of Sunderland. Of the 35 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Sunderland is higher in 20 and University of Portsmouth in 13, with 2 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#662
QS World
—
#401
THE World
#1501
#55
Guardian UK
#86
1869
Established
1901
No
Russell Group
No
Gold
TEF Rating
Silver

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

University of Portsmouth

University of Sunderland

86.9%
89.8%

Satisfaction

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

£32,100
£24,500

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

84.4%
81.4%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

24.5%
36.5%

International

International student share

446
193

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

5
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.

Portsmouth

96 countries · 24.5% international

  • 🇮🇳India22.1%
  • 🇨🇳China11.6%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria7.8%
  • 🌐Kuwait7.1%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan5.6%
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Sunderland

56 countries · 36.5% international

  • 🌐Nepal29.5%
  • 🇮🇳India17.7%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria16.6%
  • 🇨🇳China7.3%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan6.9%

Subjects

46 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 Portsmouth

University of Sunderland

Also taught at both: Childhood & Youth Studies, General Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Teacher Training, Games Design & Computer Animation, Human Resource Management, Journalism, Psychology (General), Finance & Actuarial Science, Economics, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Social Work, Software Engineering, Applied Psychology, Music, Nursing (General), Applied & General Science, Biochemistry, Geology & Earth Sciences, Mathematics, Adult Nursing, Biomedical Sciences, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Mental Health Nursing, Pharmacy, Social Sciences (General), Clinical & Health Psychology, Healthcare Science, Chemical Engineering, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation.

Only at University of Portsmouth

Only at University of Sunderland

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 Portsmouth
£17,900
University of Sunderland
£17,500

University of Sunderland is about £400 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

University of Portsmouth
£18,600
University of Sunderland
£17,000

University of Sunderland is about £1,600 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 Portsmouth

University of Sunderland

  • Computer Science

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£25,500
    82%Satisfaction78%

  • Law

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£19,000
    88%Satisfaction95%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £33,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
    84%Satisfaction76%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£18,500
    87%Satisfaction87%

  • Business Studies

    £27,000Salary (3 years)£20,000
    85%Satisfaction91%

  • Design & Fashion

    £21,500Salary (3 years)£17,000
    83%Satisfaction90%

  • Education Studies

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£25,000
    89%Satisfaction84%

  • Hospitality, Events & Tourism

    £22,500Salary (3 years)£19,000
    87%Satisfaction93%

  • Business & Management (General)

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£20,000
    87%Satisfaction92%

  • Sport & Exercise Sciences

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£19,500
    86%Satisfaction86%

  • Film Production & Cinematography

    £21,500Salary (3 years)£17,000
    85%Satisfaction89%

  • Marketing

    £28,000Salary (3 years)£20,000
    86%Satisfaction91%

Showing the 12 largest of 37 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

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University of Portsmouth

Portsmouth Football Club Partnership Scholarship

£3,000

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Estée Lauder Companies - Whitman Scholarship

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Portsmouth Football Club Partnership Scholarship

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Sanctuary Language Bursary

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Sanctuary Scholarship

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FAQ

University of Portsmouth vs University of Sunderland: common questions

Is University of Portsmouth or University of Sunderland cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £17,900 a year at University of Portsmouth and £17,500 at University of Sunderland: University of Sunderland is about £400 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,600 a year at University of Portsmouth and £17,000 at University of Sunderland: University of Sunderland is about £1,600 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 Portsmouth and University of Sunderland?

Both universities teach 46 subject areas: Computer Science, Law, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Sociology & Criminology, Business Studies, Design & Fashion, Management, Education Studies, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Business & Management (General), Sport & Exercise Sciences, Film Production & Cinematography and 34 more.

Is University of Portsmouth or University of Sunderland better for Computer Science?

Computer Science graduates earn a median £25,500 three years after graduating from University of Portsmouth, and £25,500 from University of Sunderland. Student satisfaction with teaching is 82% at University of Portsmouth and 78% at University of Sunderland. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does University of Portsmouth or University of Sunderland offer more courses?

University of Portsmouth lists 446 courses on CourseOptions and University of Sunderland lists 193 courses.

What can you study at University of Portsmouth but not at University of Sunderland?

University of Portsmouth teaches 38 subject areas that University of Sunderland does not, including Politics & International Relations, Building & Construction, Social Policy & Public Policy, Architecture, Ancient Languages, Civil Engineering, Creative Writing, English Language and 30 more.

What can you study at University of Sunderland but not at University of Portsmouth?

University of Sunderland teaches 10 subject areas that University of Portsmouth does not, including Chemistry, Fine Art, Health & Social Care, Performing Arts (General), English Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Children's Nursing, Medicine and 2 more.

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University of Portsmouth446 courses · 5 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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