University of Gloucestershire
South West, England
How much do University of Gloucestershire graduates earn by subject?
University of Gloucestershire graduates earn a median salary of £27,500 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Computing at £33,000, while Performing arts graduates earn £23,700.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computing | £26,500 | £22,500 | £30,000 |
| Business and management | £28,000 | £24,500 | £30,500 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | £24,000 | £22,500 | £27,000 |
| Education and teaching | £25,500 | £23,000 | £27,500 |
| Psychology | - | £18,750 | £23,750 |
| Biosciences | £26,000 | £21,000 | £26,000 |
| Health and social care | £28,000 | - | £27,000 |
| Creative arts and design | £24,000 | £18,500 | £23,500 |
| Performing arts | £27,000 | £25,000 | £29,000 |
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 Gloucestershire?
In 2024, University of Gloucestershire received 14,955 applications and accepted 3,615 students, giving an acceptance rate of 24.2%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
What are the employment outcomes at University of Gloucestershire?
90% of University of Gloucestershire graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 16 subjects with median salaries ranging from £23,700 to £33,000. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Computing | 88% | £33,000 |
| Geography, earth and environmental studies | 85.7% | £32,800 |
| Business and management | 91.3% | £30,700 |
| Law | 93.1% | £29,000 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | 81.2% | £28,500 |
| Education and teaching | 90.4% | £28,100 |
| Psychology | 85.7% | £27,400 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 91.7% | £27,400 |
| History and archaeology | 94.7% | £27,400 |
| Biosciences | 90.6% | £27,200 |
| Sport and exercise sciences | 93.3% | £27,000 |
| Health and social care | 95.6% | £27,000 |
| Media, journalism and communications | 94.3% | £26,600 |
| Creative arts and design | 86.7% | £24,500 |
| English studies | 89.8% | £23,700 |
| Performing arts | 89.1% | £23,700 |
* 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 Computing £33,000
- 2 Geography, earth and environmental studies £32,800
- 3 Business and management £30,700
- 4 Law £29,000
- 5 Philosophy and religious studies £28,500
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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