# Keele University: graduate earnings and subjects

> Source: https://coursetojob.co.uk/universities/keele-university/ — updated 2026-09-25. Published by CourseToJob (independent; not affiliated with UCAS, HESA or GOV.UK).

**Quick answer:** Five years after graduating, Keele University graduates had median earnings of £34,200 (middle half: £27,100–£43,200), compared with £33,700 across all GB higher education institutions. 91.7% were in sustained work or further study. The highest-earning subject area was Medicine and dentistry (£55,300). Source: DfE LEO, 2023–24 tax year.

Location: Keele, England. UKPRN 10007767. Official website: https://www.keele.ac.uk

## What do Keele University graduates earn by subject?

Median earnings of UK-domiciled first-degree graduates by CAH level 2 subject area, tax year 2023–24. Source: DfE LEO provider-level data (https://department-for-education.shinyapps.io/leo-provider-dashboard/). Unadjusted; not a ranking of teaching quality.

| Subject area | 1 year | 3 years | 5 years | In work or study, 5 yrs | All GB HEIs, 5 yrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medicine and dentistry | £42,500 | £52,300 | £55,300 | 94.9% | £57,100 |
| Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy | £26,000 | £41,000 | £45,400 | 89.2% | £42,100 |
| Computing | £26,400 | £31,800 | £41,700 | 82.1% | £39,900 |
| Physics and astronomy | £22,000 | £28,900 | £41,700 | 97% | £42,800 |
| Nursing and midwifery | £34,000 | £35,100 | £38,800 | 96% | £37,300 |
| Health and social care | £32,800 | Not published | £37,900 | 100% | £30,700 |
| Economics | Not published | £32,200 | £37,700 | 87.2% | £50,900 |
| Mathematical sciences | £26,000 | £30,700 | £37,000 | 90.5% | £43,600 |
| Allied health | £24,900 | £35,500 | £37,000 | 96.4% | £35,200 |
| Biosciences | £22,700 | £27,800 | £35,100 | 92.2% | £32,900 |
| Business and management | £23,400 | £30,000 | £34,400 | 89.3% | £35,100 |
| Chemistry | £26,500 | £31,800 | £33,300 | 87.4% | £37,700 |
| History and archaeology | £19,600 | £26,400 | £32,600 | 92.8% | £32,600 |
| Medical sciences | £24,700 | £30,400 | £32,200 | 95.1% | £40,300 |
| Education and teaching | £20,300 | £26,700 | £31,500 | 94.3% | £29,600 |
| Geography, earth and environmental studies | £24,900 | £28,900 | £31,100 | 93.2% | £35,100 |
| General, applied and forensic sciences | £24,500 | £26,000 | £31,100 | 88.8% | £30,000 |
| Law | £22,300 | £26,400 | £31,100 | 87.5% | £33,700 |
| Media, journalism and communications | £21,400 | Not published | £30,400 | 87% | £28,500 |
| Politics | £23,800 | £28,200 | £29,600 | 92.7% | £36,600 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | £22,000 | £26,400 | £29,600 | 89.9% | £30,000 |
| Psychology | £20,900 | £26,700 | £29,600 | 92.4% | £29,600 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | Not published | £28,200 | £28,200 | 95.6% | £33,300 |
| Performing arts | Not published | Not published | £27,100 | 77.3% | £26,000 |
| English studies | £21,600 | £23,800 | £25,600 | 94.6% | £30,400 |
| All subjects at Keele University | £25,600 | £29,600 | £34,200 | 91.7% | £33,700 |

## Frequently asked questions

### How much do Keele University graduates earn?

DfE LEO data for the 2023–24 tax year shows median earnings for UK-domiciled first-degree graduates of Keele University of £25,600 one year after graduating, £29,600 after three years and £34,200 after five years. Each figure is a different graduating cohort, and pay varies widely by subject.

### Which Keele University subjects have the highest graduate earnings?

Five years after graduating, the highest median earnings at Keele University were in Medicine and dentistry (£55,300), Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy (£45,400) and Computing (£41,700), among subject areas with at least 20 graduates measured.

### Is Keele University good for graduate employment?

91.7% of Keele University first-degree graduates were in sustained employment, further study or both five years after graduating, against 88.7% across all GB higher education institutions. Outcomes reflect subject mix, entry grades and where graduates live as well as the university, so compare the specific subject you want to study.

### How do I apply to Keele University?

Undergraduate applications to UK universities, including Keele University, are usually made through UCAS. Check the exact course, entry requirements, fees and deadlines on the university's official course page before applying. CourseToJob does not handle applications.


CourseToJob's university–subject links are an editorial index, not a UCAS catalogue. Confirm courses on UCAS: https://www.ucas.com/explore/search/courses?query=Keele%20University