The University of Southampton is a public research university in Southampton, England. The University of Bristol is a red brick Russell Group research university in Bristol, England.
| University of Southampton | University of Bristol | |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Score | 6.1 Out of 10 | 6.1 Out of 10 |
| ranking (overall) | # 81 QS World University 2024 # 97 Times Higher Education 2024 # 78 QS World University 2023 | # 55 QS World University 2024 # 81 Times Higher Education 2024 # 61 QS World University 2023 |
| Subject Strength | # 97 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2024 # 90 for Medicine by QS World University 2023 # 151 for Law by Times Higher Education 2024 | # 96 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2024 # 57 for Medicine by QS World University 2023 # 89 for Law by Times Higher Education 2024 |
| Programs | UG Programs -45 PG Programs -36 Doctorate Programs -3 | UG Programs -175 PG Programs -118 Doctorate Programs -50 |
| Acceptance Rate | 84.0 % | 67.0 % |
| Exam Score | GMAT - 600 IELTS - 6.5 PTE - 59 SAT - 1300 TOEFL - 92 | GRE updated - 316 IELTS - 6 PTE - 60 SAT - 650 TOEFL - 84 |
| Cost to Study | Average Tuition Fees 25928 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 36824 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 25278 Per Year | Average Tuition Fees 27200 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 20100 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 25843 Per Year |
| placement (average package) | Graduate employability rankings: #101-110. | Ranked #61 in QS world University Rankings ; #49 in Graduate Employment Ranking Top Recruiters Are : Atkins, IBM, MI5, AstraZeneca, BT, HSBC, PwC, KPMG, Deloitte etc Bristol University Graduates & Alumni Salaries - By Degree Masters in Management: $77,000 PhD: $75,000 Master (Other): $70,000 Other Degree: $67,000 Bachelor (Other): $64,000 Bachelor of Arts: $59,000 |
| application requirements | All UG applications are accepted through UCAS, | academic transcripts; 2 academic references; translations of relevant documents; personal statement/essay; research proposal; poof of English language proficiency |
| CollegeDunia Reviews | 7.7/10 Read 4 reviews | 7.6/10 Read 6 reviews |
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| General Facts | University of Southampton | University of Bristol |
|---|---|---|
| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1862 | 1595 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | 14:1 | 13:1 |
| Male:Female | 48% Male, 52% Female | 47% Male, 53% Female |
| Location Facts | The main campus is located on the South coast of England and has other campuses in Winchester and Malaysia. Highfield Campus is set in beautiful green surroundings and is accessible from the city center. | Located in Bristol, England; a gateway to the South West; provides easy access to Bath, Cardiff, surrounding countryside, etc. Students can take a hike to Mendip Hills, discover Glastonbury, Cotswolds, Forest of Dean, local beaches at Weston-super-Mare, Brean Down and Sand Bay, etc. |
| Library | The university library has over 1 million books and 2 million articles and databases. These include both print and electronic resources. | 10 libraries; 45,000 meters of printed stock; millions of books, ebooks, journals, manuscripts, etc; special collections with materials dating from the 11th century to the present day |
| Campus Life | The university campuses offer facilities like gym, sports, swimming, concert hall, art gallery, and more. The student union offers over 90 sports clubs and 216 societies. Students are also offered wide variety of opportunities to volunteer through a volunteering bank. The student union also supports students in finding part-time jobs. | 350 societies, sports clubs, groups & support networks; Indoor Sports Centre (consisting of gyms, studios, sports halls, etc.); swimming pool; University Boathouse. |
| Hostel | #Rooms (Ensuite Room) - $11142 #Rooms (Studio Room) - $14136 | #Rooms(studio flat in University) - $12881 #Rooms(single self-catered) - $5057 #Rooms(catered ensuite) - $7850 |
| Famous Alumni | John Sopel (BBC journalist), Anna Calvi (singer-songwriter), Andrian Newey (Formula One engineer), Justine Greening (former Minister for Women and Equality), Anjem Choudhary (British activist), Alan Whitehead (MP of UK), Sally Clark (Solicitor), David Kurten (politician), Chris Stark (radion One presenter), etc. | 13 Nobel Prize winners; Simon Pegg (Writer & Actor); Jonathan Evans (Former Head of MI5); Alastair Stewart (Journalist); Paul Dirac (Physicist & Nobel Prize winner); Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma (Former South African Minister of Health); Parambrata Chattopadhyay (Indian Film Actor & Director); William Jack Poulter (Actor). |
| City Life | Southampton is one of Britain’s top 5 cities for economic growth, with an unemployment rate of 4.1%. It has a rich student diversity bringing together students from over 135 nations and cultures. The city offers over 50 parks and greens spaces and is a great place to indulge in sailing and water sports. Portswood high street is the best location for a food junkie offering a variety of cafes and restaurants to chose from. | The largest city in the South West; 90 minutes from London; Known for Georgian architecture, gritty graffiti, harbourside living, etc.; Economy based on creative media, electronics, aerospace industries; Home to 30 art galleries; Famous attractions include Bristol Zoo Gardens, At-Bristol, Bristol Harbour, St. Mary Redcliffe, Bristol Cathedral, Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cheddar Gorge. |
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