The University of Cumbria
North West, England
How much do University of Cumbria graduates earn by subject?
University of Cumbria graduates earn a median salary of £26,000 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Engineering at £57,700, while English studies graduates earn £20,400.
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How competitive is University of Cumbria?
In 2024, University of Cumbria received 8,350 applications and accepted 2,120 students, giving an acceptance rate of 25.4%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
What are the employment outcomes at University of Cumbria?
80% of University of Cumbria graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 17 subjects with median salaries ranging from £20,400 to £57,700. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering | 93.8% | £57,700 |
| Medical sciences | 91.4% | £39,100 |
| Allied health | 91.8% | £34,500 |
| Nursing and midwifery | 91% | £33,600 |
| Education and teaching | 91.9% | £29,400 |
| Law | 88.1% | £28,500 |
| Sport and exercise sciences | 97.9% | £27,000 |
| Business and management | 91% | £27,000 |
| Agriculture, food and related studies | 81.6% | £24,800 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 93.2% | £24,500 |
| Health and social care | 85.8% | £24,500 |
| Geography, earth and environmental studies | 93.8% | £24,500 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | 59.4% | £24,100 |
| Psychology | 83.8% | £22,600 |
| Performing arts | 87.7% | £21,500 |
| Creative arts and design | 87.4% | £21,000 |
| English studies | 71.4% | £20,400 |
* 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.
Reference: A*=56, A=48, B=40, C=32 points. Example: AAA = 144 points. Calculate your tariff →
Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Engineering £57,700
- 2 Medical sciences £39,100
- 3 Allied health £34,500
- 4 Nursing and midwifery £33,600
- 5 Education and teaching £29,400
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 via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings 5 years after graduation for 2015-17 graduates.
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