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University of Reading

Reading · QS World #196

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University of Strathclyde

Glasgow · QS World #230

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.

4/10

Reading

scored higher in 4 categories

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6/10

Strathclyde

scored higher in 6 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Strathclyde leads in 6 of 10 categories where both have data (ranking, established, satisfaction, international, graduate salary, courses). University of Reading is ahead on ranking, employment, scholarship.

University of Reading vs University of Strathclyde at a glance

University of Reading and University of Strathclyde both teach 42 subject areas, the largest being Teacher Training, Law and Finance & Actuarial Science. University of Reading offers 448 courses across 70 subject areas; University of Strathclyde offers 541 courses across 67 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £25,850 a year at University of Reading and £22,750 at University of Strathclyde: University of Strathclyde is about £3,100 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £26,450 a year at University of Reading and £30,250 at University of Strathclyde: University of Reading is about £3,800 a year cheaper.

Of the 23 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Reading is higher in 18 and University of Strathclyde in 4, with 1 about level. The widest gap is in Architecture: £36,500 three years after graduating from University of Reading, against £24,500 from University of Strathclyde. Of the 25 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Strathclyde is higher in 17 and University of Reading in 7, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#196
QS World
#230
#201
THE World
#351
#33
Guardian UK
#25
1892
Established
1796
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 Reading

University of Strathclyde

85.1%
89.6%

Satisfaction

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

£35,800
£37,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

84.7%
84%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

18%
18.8%

International

International student share

448
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.

Reading

96 countries · 18% international

  • 🇨🇳China26%
  • 🇮🇳India6.9%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong5.3%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria4.2%
  • 🇲🇾Malaysia3.9%
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Strathclyde

86 countries · 18.8% international

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

Subjects

42 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 Reading

University of Strathclyde

Also taught at both: Accounting, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Management, Civil Engineering, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Information & Library Studies, Pharmacy, Biochemistry, Design & Fashion, Media & Film Studies, Sociology & Criminology, Biomedical Sciences, Human Resource Management, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Social Policy & Public Policy, Biomedical Engineering, Geology & Earth Sciences, Human Geography & Environment, Planning & Housing, Architecture, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Pharmacology, Creative Writing, Biotechnology, Clinical & Health Psychology, Sport & Exercise Sciences.

Only at University of Reading

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 Reading
£25,850
University of Strathclyde
£22,750

University of Strathclyde is about £3,100 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

University of Reading
£26,450
University of Strathclyde
£30,250

University of Reading is about £3,800 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 Reading

University of Strathclyde

  • Teacher Training

    £27,500Salary (3 years)£31,000
    77%Satisfaction93%

  • Law

    £27,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
    86%Satisfaction94%

  • Finance & Actuarial Science

    £38,500Salary (3 years)£32,500
    83%Satisfaction84%

  • Economics

    £32,500Salary (3 years)£32,000
    82%Satisfaction84%

  • Business & Management (General)

    £35,500Salary (3 years)£29,000
    77%Satisfaction87%

  • History

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£22,000
    95%Satisfaction94%

  • Mathematics

    £30,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
    86%Satisfaction87%

  • Chemistry

    £27,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
    77%Satisfaction94%

  • Marketing

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    76%Satisfaction89%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £27,500Salary (3 years)£25,000
    92%Satisfaction91%

  • Business Studies

    £39,500Salary (3 years)£29,000
    79%Satisfaction81%

  • Education Studies

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
    97%Satisfaction90%

Showing the 12 largest of 25 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

University of Reading

The Sporting Excellence Scholarship

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FAQ

University of Reading vs University of Strathclyde: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £25,850 a year at University of Reading and £22,750 at University of Strathclyde: University of Strathclyde is about £3,100 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £26,450 a year at University of Reading and £30,250 at University of Strathclyde: University of Reading is about £3,800 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 Reading and University of Strathclyde?

Both universities teach 42 subject areas: Teacher Training, Law, Finance & Actuarial Science, Economics, Business & Management (General), History, Mathematics, Chemistry, Marketing, Politics & International Relations, Business Studies, Childhood & Youth Studies and 30 more.

Is University of Reading or University of Strathclyde better for Teacher Training?

Teacher Training graduates earn a median £27,500 three years after graduating from University of Reading, and £31,000 from University of Strathclyde. Student satisfaction with teaching is 77% at University of Reading and 93% at University of Strathclyde. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Strathclyde lists 541 courses on CourseOptions and University of Reading lists 448 courses.

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

University of Reading teaches 28 subject areas that University of Strathclyde does not, including Agriculture & Land Management, English Literature, Philosophy, Food Science, Ancient Languages, Archaeology, Biological Sciences (General), Nutrition & Dietetics and 20 more.

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

University of Strathclyde teaches 25 subject areas that University of Reading does not, including English Studies, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, French, Chemical Engineering, General Engineering, Naval Architecture and 17 more.

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University of Reading448 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses
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University of Strathclyde541 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses