The University of Warwick
West Midlands, England
How much do University of Warwick graduates earn by subject?
University of Warwick graduates earn a median salary of £39,000 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Computing at £73,400, while Media, journalism and communications graduates earn £27,400.
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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 | £40,000 | £49,000 | £65,500 |
| Economics | £32,000 | £31,500 | £41,500 |
| Business and management | £34,000 | £40,500 | £57,000 |
| Mathematical sciences | £34,500 | £39,500 | £53,000 |
| Medicine and dentistry | £37,000 | £50,000 | £53,000 |
| Engineering | £34,000 | £35,000 | £44,500 |
| Biosciences | £29,000 | £29,500 | £39,000 |
| Politics | £30,000 | £35,500 | £46,000 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | £27,000 | £22,000 | £29,000 |
| Chemistry | £33,500 | £33,500 | £42,000 |
| Allied health | £30,000 | £30,000 | £40,000 |
| Languages and area studies | £28,000 | £23,000 | £28,500 |
| Psychology | £27,000 | £27,500 | £35,000 |
| Performing arts | £29,000 | - | £35,000 |
| Education and teaching | £30,000 | £29,000 | £38,000 |
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 Warwick?
In 2024, University of Warwick received 90,200 applications and accepted 12,090 students, giving an acceptance rate of 13.4%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
How much does it cost for international students?
International undergraduate students pay £26,290 to £33,520 per year in tuition at University of Warwick. Living costs are estimated at £10,500–£14,500 per year.
* Estimates based on 2025/26 fees. Actual costs may vary. View official fees →
What are the employment outcomes at University of Warwick?
90% of University of Warwick graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 21 subjects with median salaries ranging from £27,400 to £73,400. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Computing | 89.6% | £73,400 |
| Economics | 86.6% | £65,300 |
| Business and management | 80.1% | £60,200 |
| Mathematical sciences | 88% | £54,800 |
| Medicine and dentistry | 95.1% | £52,600 |
| Law | 95% | £50,400 |
| Physics and astronomy | 84.6% | £44,200 |
| Engineering | 89.1% | £43,800 |
| Biosciences | 86% | £41,200 |
| Politics | 84.6% | £40,900 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | 91.5% | £40,500 |
| Chemistry | 90.8% | £38,300 |
| History and archaeology | 87.3% | £38,300 |
| Allied health | 86% | £38,000 |
| Languages and area studies | 86.5% | £37,200 |
| Psychology | 92.5% | £35,800 |
| English studies | 84.6% | £35,400 |
| Performing arts | 96.4% | £35,000 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 84.9% | £31,000 |
| Education and teaching | 96.4% | £27,600 |
| Media, journalism and communications | 79.6% | £27,400 |
* 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.
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Entry Requirements
Varies by course. Maths/Economics require A*A*A; others may accept ABB.
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Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Computing £73,400
- 2 Economics £65,300
- 3 Business and management £60,200
- 4 Mathematical sciences £54,800
- 5 Medicine and dentistry £52,600
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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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