University of Greenwich
London, England
How much do University of Greenwich graduates earn by subject?
University of Greenwich graduates earn a median salary of £31,000 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Engineering at £44,900, while Politics graduates earn £24,500.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering | £37,000 | £44,000 | £56,000 |
| Mathematical sciences | £30,000 | £29,000 | £37,000 |
| Economics | £30,000 | £24,750 | £30,500 |
| Allied health | £30,000 | £32,500 | £36,500 |
| Computing | £32,000 | £27,000 | £34,000 |
| Architecture, building and planning | £28,000 | £35,500 | £31,000 |
| Chemistry | £28,000 | £27,000 | £30,000 |
| Business and management | £28,000 | £23,750 | £30,500 |
| Biosciences | £25,000 | £24,500 | £29,500 |
| Psychology | £26,000 | £24,000 | £28,000 |
| Education and teaching | - | £26,000 | £30,500 |
| Creative arts and design | £25,000 | £21,000 | £26,500 |
| Politics | - | £25,500 | £33,000 |
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 Greenwich?
In 2024, University of Greenwich received 58,540 applications and accepted 17,305 students, giving an acceptance rate of 29.6%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
What are the employment outcomes at University of Greenwich?
85% of University of Greenwich graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 26 subjects with median salaries ranging from £24,500 to £44,900. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering | 87.1% | £44,900 |
| Mathematical sciences | 83.3% | £40,500 |
| Economics | 83.5% | £38,300 |
| History and archaeology | 86.8% | £38,000 |
| Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy | 81.7% | £37,600 |
| Allied health | 89.7% | £37,600 |
| Nursing and midwifery | 91.9% | £36,500 |
| Computing | 81.3% | £36,500 |
| Geography, earth and environmental studies | 88.9% | £34,500 |
| Architecture, building and planning | 88.5% | £34,300 |
| Chemistry | 90.9% | £32,800 |
| Health and social care | 90.3% | £32,800 |
| Sport and exercise sciences | 87.7% | £31,800 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 79.7% | £31,800 |
| Law | 89.9% | £31,800 |
| Business and management | 83.2% | £31,800 |
| Biosciences | 81.1% | £31,000 |
| Psychology | 74.2% | £30,300 |
| Media, journalism and communications | 89.5% | £30,100 |
| Education and teaching | 86.2% | £28,800 |
| Creative arts and design | 80.6% | £27,700 |
| English studies | 83.9% | £27,400 |
| General, applied and forensic sciences | 93.3% | £26,300 |
| Agriculture, food and related studies | 87.6% | £25,200 |
| Performing arts | 84.2% | £25,200 |
| Politics | 61% | £24,500 |
* 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 Engineering £44,900
- 2 Mathematical sciences £40,500
- 3 Economics £38,300
- 4 History and archaeology £38,000
- 5 Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy £37,600
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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