University of Chester
North West, England
How much do University of Chester graduates earn by subject?
University of Chester graduates earn a median salary of £25,500 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Nursing and midwifery at £33,200, while Performing arts graduates earn £21,900.
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Salary growth: how do earnings change over time?
Graduate salaries typically grow significantly in the first five years. Subjects like medicine and engineering tend to see steeper growth, while creative fields may start lower but offer non-linear career paths.
| Subject | 15 months | 3 years | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematical sciences | - | £24,000 | £30,500 |
| Allied health | £28,000 | £27,500 | £31,000 |
| Politics | £27,000 | £20,000 | £26,000 |
| Biosciences | £24,000 | £21,000 | £26,500 |
| Languages and area studies | £23,500 | £23,750 | £28,500 |
| Business and management | £25,000 | £21,500 | £26,500 |
| Education and teaching | £23,000 | £19,500 | £25,000 |
| Health and social care | £28,250 | £25,000 | £30,000 |
| Computing | £28,000 | £23,000 | £27,500 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | - | £21,000 | £26,500 |
| Psychology | £24,000 | £21,000 | £25,500 |
| Creative arts and design | £23,000 | £19,000 | £23,000 |
| Performing arts | £24,500 | £23,500 | £28,000 |
15-month data from Graduate Outcomes survey. 3-year and 5-year data from LEO (Longitudinal Education Outcomes). Growth is calculated from 15 months to 5 years after graduation.
How competitive is University of Chester?
In 2024, University of Chester received 29,570 applications and accepted 5,085 students, giving an acceptance rate of 17.2%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
What are the employment outcomes at University of Chester?
90% of University of Chester graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 22 subjects with median salaries ranging from £21,900 to £33,200. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and midwifery | 92.8% | £33,200 |
| Mathematical sciences | 77.8% | £31,400 |
| Allied health | 85.9% | £30,300 |
| Politics | 84.2% | £30,300 |
| Biosciences | 95.5% | £29,600 |
| Geography, earth and environmental studies | 94.9% | £29,200 |
| Languages and area studies | 81.3% | £28,500 |
| Business and management | 90.8% | £28,100 |
| Education and teaching | 92.2% | £28,100 |
| Health and social care | 91.2% | £27,700 |
| Computing | 83.9% | £27,600 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 90.4% | £27,000 |
| Sport and exercise sciences | 95.3% | £26,600 |
| Law | 89.9% | £26,600 |
| English studies | 89.2% | £26,600 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | 81.7% | £26,300 |
| Media, journalism and communications | 88.4% | £26,300 |
| History and archaeology | 86.3% | £25,900 |
| Psychology | 89.8% | £24,800 |
| Creative arts and design | 87% | £23,000 |
| Agriculture, food and related studies | 84.3% | £22,300 |
| Performing arts | 87.4% | £21,900 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
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Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Nursing and midwifery £33,200
- 2 Mathematical sciences £31,400
- 3 Allied health £30,300
- 4 Politics £30,300
- 5 Biosciences £29,600
Quick Facts
Tuition Fees
UK students: £9,250/year (government-capped)
International students: £15,000–£40,000+/year (varies by course)
Check the university website for exact international fees.
Data Source
Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset and Graduate Outcomes survey via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings at 15 months, 3 years, and 5 years after graduation. Continuation rates show the percentage of students who progress in their studies.
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