University of Suffolk
East of England, England
How much do University of Suffolk graduates earn by subject?
University of Suffolk graduates earn a median salary of £24,500 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Medical sciences at £38,700, while Psychology graduates earn £20,100.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical sciences | £28,500 | £29,500 | £33,000 |
| Computing | £27,000 | £20,000 | £27,500 |
| Health and social care | £27,000 | £20,500 | £24,500 |
| Business and management | - | £21,000 | £25,000 |
| Creative arts and design | £23,500 | £19,000 | £23,000 |
| Education and teaching | - | £18,500 | £22,000 |
| Allied health | £28,500 | £30,500 | £37,000 |
| Psychology | - | £18,500 | £23,500 |
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 Suffolk?
In 2024, University of Suffolk received 8,425 applications and accepted 2,840 students, giving an acceptance rate of 33.7%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
What are the employment outcomes at University of Suffolk?
93% of University of Suffolk graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 13 subjects with median salaries ranging from £20,100 to £38,700. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Medical sciences | 100% | £38,700 |
| Nursing and midwifery | 91.4% | £34,300 |
| Computing | 78% | £32,800 |
| Health and social care | 100% | £30,700 |
| Business and management | 82.2% | £27,700 |
| Sport and exercise sciences | 93.3% | £25,900 |
| History and archaeology | 71.4% | £25,200 |
| English studies | 84.4% | £24,100 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 88.5% | £22,600 |
| Creative arts and design | 76.5% | £22,600 |
| Education and teaching | 87.5% | £21,200 |
| Allied health | 76.3% | £20,600 |
| Psychology | 97.1% | £20,100 |
* 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 Medical sciences £38,700
- 2 Nursing and midwifery £34,300
- 3 Computing £32,800
- 4 Health and social care £30,700
- 5 Business and management £27,700
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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