The University of Southampton is a public research university in Southampton, England. The University of Leeds is a public research university in Leeds, West Yorkshire, England.
| University of Southampton | University of Leeds | |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Score | 6.1 Out of 10 | 5.9 Out of 10 |
| ranking (overall) | # 81 QS World University 2024 # 97 Times Higher Education 2024 # 78 QS World University 2023 | # 75 QS World University 2024 # 129 Times Higher Education 2024 # 86 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 | # 101 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2024 # 104 for Medicine by QS World University 2023 # 59 for Law by Times Higher Education 2024 |
| Programs | UG Programs -45 PG Programs -36 Doctorate Programs -3 | UG Programs -128 PG Programs -164 |
| Acceptance Rate | 84.0 % | 75.4 % |
| Exam Score | GMAT - 600 IELTS - 6.5 PTE - 59 SAT - 1300 TOEFL - 92 | GMAT - 600 GRE updated - 299 IELTS - 6 PTE - 60 SAT - 1200 TOEFL - 87 |
| 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 34592 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 35277 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 15750 Per Year |
| placement (average package) | Graduate employability rankings: #101-110. | Graduate Employability Ranking 2023: 52; University of Leeds is one of the top public universities in Leeds, United Kingdom. It is ranked #86 in QS World University Rankings 2023. Degree Average Salary MBA $91,000 Executive MBA $83,000 Masters in Management $70,000 Doctorate $64,000 Other Degree $63,000 Bachelor (Other) $61,000 |
| application requirements | All UG applications are accepted through UCAS, | Minimum 60% in bachelors for admission in PG; Letter of Intent, Statement of Purpose, CV, at least 2 references |
| Campuses and B-Schools | NA | Leeds University Business School |
| CollegeDunia Reviews | 7.7/10 Read 4 reviews | 7.4/10 Read 24 reviews |
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| General Facts | University of Southampton | University of Leeds |
|---|---|---|
| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1862 | 1904 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | 14:1 | 14:1 |
| Male:Female | 48% Male, 52% Female | 40% Male, 60% 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. | Campus is 10 minutes away from Leed’s city center; well-connected with regular public transport services; it has Parkinson Building, Maurice Keyworth Building, Great Hall and Post-war buildings |
| Library | The university library has over 1 million books and 2 million articles and databases. These include both print and electronic resources. | 5 libraries with 3900 study spaces; Brotherton library: for arts, social sciences, and law; Edward Boyle library: for science and engineering; Health Sciences Library: for medicine and health-related subjects; Laidlaw Library: for group work, bookable space and on-site academic skills support, St James University Hospital Library: supports university’s research & teaching staff, medical & healthcare students and employees of the Hospital trust; |
| 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. | University’s union has over 300 clubs and societies; Free counseling, mental health support groups, workshops, etc; discounted access to university’s sports center: The Edge; Sports Park Weetwood for outdoor sports; various sports clubs and programs; University has shops, cafes, bars, nightclubs, theatre, spa, hairdressers, bank and a student advice center on-campus |
| Hostel | #Rooms (Ensuite Room) - $11142 #Rooms (Studio Room) - $14136 | #Self Catered En-Suite Room - $7599 #Catered En-suite Room - $8151 |
| 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. | George Porter (Nobel Prize in Chemistry); Wole Soyinka (Nobel Prize in Literature); Archer John Porter Martin (Nobel Prize in Chemistry); Emma Mackey (actress); Tony Harrison (poet); Alan Yentob (former BBC executive); Piers Sellers (NASA astronaut) |
| 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. | Leeds is the largest city of West Yorkshire in Northern England; located approximately 170 miles north of Central London; 30 minutes away from Leeds Bradford international airport; 1 hour away from Manchester airport; Unemployment rate in 2019 was 4.1%; it is the 8th largest engineering center and 2nd largest printing manufacturing center in UK |
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