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University of Suffolk

Ipswich · Guardian UK #98

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University of the Arts London

London · QS World #851

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 8 datapoints

We looked at 8 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

2/8

Suffolk

scored higher in 2 categories

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6/8

Arts London

scored higher in 6 categories

Quick Verdict

University of the Arts London leads in 6 of 8 categories where both have data (ranking, established, employment, international, graduate salary, courses). University of Suffolk is ahead on TEF, satisfaction.

University of Suffolk vs University of the Arts London at a glance

University of Suffolk and University of the Arts London both teach 16 subject areas, the largest being Design & Fashion, Film Production & Cinematography and Management. University of Suffolk offers 115 courses across 49 subject areas; University of the Arts London offers 183 courses across 29 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,690 a year at University of Suffolk and £30,890 at University of the Arts London: University of Suffolk is about £15,200 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,210 a year at University of Suffolk and £30,890 at University of the Arts London: University of Suffolk is about £15,680 a year cheaper.

Of the 5 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of the Arts London is higher in 4 and University of Suffolk in 1. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £20,000 three years after graduating from University of Suffolk, against £26,500 from University of the Arts London. Of the 5 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Suffolk is higher in 5 and University of the Arts London in 0.

World & National Rankings

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

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QS World
#851
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THE World
#1501
#98
Guardian UK
#52
2007
Established
1986
No
Russell Group
No
Silver
TEF Rating
Bronze

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

University of Suffolk

University of the Arts London

88.4%
83%

Satisfaction

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

£27,000
£28,500

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

78.6%
80.8%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

3.8%
54%

International

International student share

115
183

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

0
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.

Suffolk

15 countries · 3.8% international

  • 🇵🇰Pakistan42.7%
  • 🇮🇳India19.4%
  • 🇷🇴Romania19.4%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria5.8%
  • 🇧🇩Bangladesh1%
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Arts London

84 countries · 54% international

  • 🇨🇳China55.7%
  • 🇮🇳India6%
  • 🇺🇸United States4.4%
  • 🌐Korea (South)3.9%
  • 🇭🇰Hong Kong3.3%

Subjects

16 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 Suffolk

University of the Arts London

Also taught at both: Computing & IT.

Only at University of Suffolk

Only at University of the Arts London

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 Suffolk
£15,690
University of the Arts London
£30,890

University of Suffolk is about £15,200 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

University of Suffolk
£15,210
University of the Arts London
£30,890

University of Suffolk is about £15,680 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 Suffolk

University of the Arts London

  • Design & Fashion

    £19,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
    98%Satisfaction86%

  • Film Production & Cinematography

    £19,000Salary (3 years)£20,500
    94%Satisfaction80%

  • Computer Science

    £20,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    93%Satisfaction80%

  • Fine Art

    £19,000Salary (3 years)£18,500
    94%Satisfaction79%

  • Games Design & Computer Animation

    £20,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    88%Satisfaction80%

Scholarships for International Students

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FAQ

University of Suffolk vs University of the Arts London: common questions

Is University of Suffolk or University of the Arts London cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,690 a year at University of Suffolk and £30,890 at University of the Arts London: University of Suffolk is about £15,200 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £15,210 a year at University of Suffolk and £30,890 at University of the Arts London: University of Suffolk is about £15,680 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 Suffolk and University of the Arts London?

Both universities teach 16 subject areas: Design & Fashion, Film Production & Cinematography, Management, Computer Science, Fine Art, Marketing, Psychology (General), Games Design & Computer Animation, Media & Film Studies, Business & Management (General), Architecture, Biology and 4 more.

Is University of Suffolk or University of the Arts London better for Design & Fashion?

Design & Fashion graduates earn a median £19,000 three years after graduating from University of Suffolk, and £23,500 from University of the Arts London. Student satisfaction with teaching is 98% at University of Suffolk and 86% at University of the Arts London. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does University of Suffolk or University of the Arts London offer more courses?

University of the Arts London lists 183 courses on CourseOptions and University of Suffolk lists 115 courses.

What can you study at University of Suffolk but not at University of the Arts London?

University of Suffolk teaches 33 subject areas that University of the Arts London does not, including Health & Social Care, Medical Imaging, Education Studies, Sociology & Criminology, Ecology & Conservation, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Childhood & Youth Studies, Community & Specialist Nursing and 25 more.

What can you study at University of the Arts London but not at University of Suffolk?

University of the Arts London teaches 13 subject areas that University of Suffolk does not, including Drama & Theatre, Music, Cultural Studies, Applied Computing, Journalism, Performing Arts (General), Public Relations, Crafts & Applied Arts and 5 more.

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