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University of Strathclyde

Glasgow · QS World #230

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University of York

York · QS World #158

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.

6/11

Strathclyde

scored higher in 6 categories

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5/11

York

scored higher in 5 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Strathclyde leads in 6 of 11 categories where both have data (established, satisfaction, employment, international, graduate salary, courses). University of York is ahead on ranking, Russell Group, scholarship.

University of Strathclyde vs University of York at a glance

University of Strathclyde and University of York both teach 48 subject areas, the largest being Teacher Training, Law and Computer Science. University of Strathclyde offers 541 courses across 67 subject areas; University of York offers 532 courses across 82 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £22,750 a year at University of Strathclyde and £27,500 at University of York: University of Strathclyde is about £4,750 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £30,250 a year at University of Strathclyde and £27,250 at University of York: University of York is about £3,000 a year cheaper.

Of the 26 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of York is higher in 16 and University of Strathclyde in 9, with 1 about level. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £33,500 three years after graduating from University of Strathclyde, against £40,000 from University of York. Of the 27 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Strathclyde is higher in 17 and University of York in 6, with 4 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#230
QS World
#158
#351
THE World
#154
#25
Guardian UK
#20
1796
Established
1963
No
Russell Group
Yes
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TEF Rating
Gold

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

University of Strathclyde

University of York

89.6%
87.1%

Satisfaction

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

£37,200
£34,700

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

84%
80.2%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

18.8%
18.6%

International

International student share

541
532

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

0
3

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.

Strathclyde

86 countries · 18.8% international

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

York

97 countries · 18.6% international

  • 🇨🇳China44.1%
  • 🇮🇳India7.2%
  • 🇺🇸United States5.7%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong4.3%
  • 🌐Korea (South)2.2%

Subjects

48 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 Strathclyde

University of York

Also taught at both: Sociology & Criminology, Economics, French, Finance & Actuarial Science, Media & Film Studies, Business Studies, General Engineering, Accounting, Management, Marketing, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Psychology (General), Microbiology & Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Human Geography & Environment, Biomedical Engineering, Forensic Science, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Social Work, Building & Construction, Humanities, Design & Fashion, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Mental Health Nursing, Spanish & Portuguese, Architecture, Biotechnology, Clinical & Health Psychology, Creative Writing, Information Systems & Data Science.

Only at University of Strathclyde

Only at University of York

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 Strathclyde
£22,750
University of York
£27,500

University of Strathclyde is about £4,750 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

University of Strathclyde
£30,250
University of York
£27,250

University of York is about £3,000 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 Strathclyde

University of York

  • Law

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£30,500
    94%Satisfaction89%

  • Computer Science

    £33,500Salary (3 years)£40,000
    82%Satisfaction73%

  • English Studies

    £22,000Salary (3 years)£24,500
    91%Satisfaction89%

  • Mathematics

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£28,500
    87%Satisfaction86%

  • Chemistry

    £27,500Salary (3 years)£28,500
    94%Satisfaction92%

  • Business & Management (General)

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£30,500
    87%Satisfaction80%

  • Physics

    £27,500Salary (3 years)£30,000
    92%Satisfaction89%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
    91%Satisfaction91%

  • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

    £34,000Salary (3 years)£33,000
    87%Satisfaction88%

  • History

    £22,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
    94%Satisfaction93%

  • Education Studies

    £25,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
    90%Satisfaction87%

  • Social Policy & Public Policy

    £29,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
    89%Satisfaction87%

Showing the 12 largest of 27 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

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University of York

Care Leavers and Estranged Students Bursary

£3,000

Deadline: N/A

York Bursary

£1,000

Deadline: N/A

York Futures Scholarship

See details

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

University of Strathclyde vs University of York: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £22,750 a year at University of Strathclyde and £27,500 at University of York: University of Strathclyde is about £4,750 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £30,250 a year at University of Strathclyde and £27,250 at University of York: University of York is about £3,000 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 Strathclyde and University of York?

Both universities teach 48 subject areas: Teacher Training, Law, Computer Science, English Studies, Mathematics, Chemistry, Business & Management (General), Physics, Politics & International Relations, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, History, Education Studies and 36 more.

Is University of Strathclyde or University of York better for Law?

Law graduates earn a median £26,500 three years after graduating from University of Strathclyde, and £30,500 from University of York. Student satisfaction with teaching is 94% at University of Strathclyde and 89% at University of York. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Strathclyde lists 541 courses on CourseOptions and University of York lists 532 courses.

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

University of Strathclyde teaches 19 subject areas that University of York does not, including Naval Architecture, Statistics, Personal & Professional Development, Human Resource Management, Pharmacy, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Information & Library Studies, Software Engineering and 11 more.

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

University of York teaches 34 subject areas that University of Strathclyde does not, including Philosophy, Music, Archaeology, History of Art & Design, Linguistics, Biology, Physical Geography & Climate, Film Production & Cinematography and 26 more.

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University of Strathclyde541 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of York532 courses · 3 scholarshipsBrowse Courses