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University of Glasgow rankings place it among the top 100 universities in the world. It is the most research-intensive university in UK, with one of the widest range of courses. University of Leeds rankings have placed it among the top 100 universities in the world since 2020, and stands at 75 out of 1401 in Global Ranking
| University of Glasgow | University of Leeds | |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Score | 6.2 Out of 10 | 5.9 Out of 10 |
| ranking (overall) | # 78 QS World University 2025 # 76 QS World University 2024 # 87 Times Higher Education 2024 | # 82 QS World University 2025 # 75 QS World University 2024 # 87 QS World University 2024 |
| Subject Strength | # 142 for Engineering by QS World University 2024 # 50 for Medicine by QS World University 2024 # 43 for Law by Times Higher Education 2024 | # 93 for Engineering by QS World University 2024 # 98 for Medicine by QS World University 2024 # 59 for Law by Times Higher Education 2024 |
| Programs | UG Programs -30 PG Programs -78 Doctorate Programs -6 | UG Programs -131 PG Programs -167 |
| Acceptance Rate | 74.3 % | 75.4 % |
| Exam Score | GMAT-600 GRE-304 IELTS-6.5 PTE-59 TOEFL-88 | GMAT-600 GRE-299 IELTS-6 PTE-60 SAT-1200 TOEFL-87 |
| Cost to Study | Average Tuition Fees 31510 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 33619 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 9623 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 Ranking: #131-140, | 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. Average Salaries Of :
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| application requirements | International applicants must fulfill country-specific requirements, | Minimum 60% in bachelors for admission in PG; Letter of Intent, Statement of Purpose, CV, at least 2 references |
| Campuses and B-Schools | Adam Smith Business School, University of Glasgow | Leeds University Business School |
| CollegeDunia Reviews | 7.6/10 Read 33 reviews | 7.3/10 Read 38 reviews |
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| General Facts | University of Glasgow | University of Leeds |
|---|---|---|
| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1451 | 1904 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | 15:1 | 14:1 |
| Male:Female | 42% Male, 58% Female | 40% Male, 60% Female |
| Location Facts | It has three campuses Gilmore hills, Garscube, and Dumfries. The main campus is Gillmore hills located within Glasgow’s West End, three miles from the city center. Garscube campus is 4 miles from main campus and Dumfries campus is surrounded by gardens and parkland in Southwest of Scottland. | 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 | 2.5 million books and journals. 1,8532,00 ebooks and 50,00 journals. There is an additional archival collection as well. | 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 | There are over 200 student clubs and societies. It has 4 media groups including a magazine, a radio station, a newspaper, and a television. All of these have won some national awards. Wellbeing and fitness clubs along with over 50 sports clubs are offered to students. Two major student unions and one student representative council offer support and help to the freshman. | 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 - $7135 | #Self Catered En-Suite Room - $7599 #Catered En-suite Room - $8151 |
| Famous Alumni | Seven Nobel prize winners, Scotland’s first minister, and a prime minister are a part of the alumni community. Some of the famous names are Adam Smith (economist), Nicola Sturgeon (First minister of Scotland), Kenneth Calman (Chancellor University of Glasgow), Willson Thomas (mathematician), Gerard Butler (Actor), Henry Campbell (Former PM of UK), Edwin Morgan (poet), 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 | The city of Glasgow offers botanic gardens, live music, museums, parks, theatres, and a lot more to explore. It is also considered as a shoppers paradise offering high-end brands to vintage wares. Finneiston neighborhood is the city’s food quarter catering to every foodie’s need and demand. It is UK’s first UNESCO city of music and offers a buzzing nightlife with pubs, bars, and ballroom. The unemployment rate is around 5,7%. | 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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