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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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Arden University

Distance Learning

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 4 datapoints

We looked at 4 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

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Aberystwyth

scored higher in 4 categories

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0/4

Arden

scored higher in 0 categories

Quick Verdict

Aberystwyth University leads in 4 of 4 categories where both have data (TEF, established, courses, scholarship). Arden University does not lead in any category where both have data.

Aberystwyth University vs Arden University at a glance

Aberystwyth University and Arden University both teach 10 subject areas, the largest being Law, Psychology (General) and Business & Management (General). Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; Arden University offers 26 courses across 14 subject areas.

World & National Rankings

Compare world and national league table positions, TEF ratings, and Russell Group membership.

#801
QS World
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THE World
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#62
Guardian UK
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1872
Established
1990
No
Russell Group
No
Gold
TEF Rating
Requires Improvement

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.

Aberystwyth University

Arden University

No data
89.2%

Satisfaction

Student satisfaction with teaching (NSS Survey, out of 100%)

No data
£29,700

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
71.8%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
0.1%

International

International student share

414
26

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
0

Scholarships

Number of scholarships

International Community

Where do international students come from?

Top source countries based on official HESA enrolment data. A higher diversity of nationalities often means a richer campus experience.

Aberystwyth

No published data on international students

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    Arden

    2 countries · 0.1% international

    • 🇿🇦South Africa25%
    • 🇵🇰Pakistan12.5%

    Subjects

    10 subjects you can study at both

    Courses listed at each university in the subject, and the typical (median) international fee a year. Select a count to see the courses.

    Aberystwyth University

    Arden University

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at Arden University

    Fees

    What it costs international students

    The typical (median) international tuition fee a year across each university's published course fees. Individual courses vary; each course page shows its own fee.

    Undergraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    £20,720
    Arden University
    No data

    We do not have reliable international fee data for Arden University yet.

    Scholarships for International Students

    Exclusive

    Aberystwyth University

    International Accommodation Award

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    International Accommodation Award

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship Exam

    £6,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Vice-Chancellor's Regional Scholarship (PG)

    £3,000

    Deadline: N/A

    David Game College Scholarship

    £2,500

    Deadline: N/A

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    Arden University

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs Arden University: common questions

    What subjects can you study at both Aberystwyth University and Arden University?

    Both universities teach 10 subject areas: Law, Psychology (General), Business & Management (General), Accounting, Sociology & Criminology, Economics, Marketing, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Information Systems & Data Science and Management.

    Does Aberystwyth University or Arden University offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and Arden University lists 26 courses.

    What can you study at Aberystwyth University but not at Arden University?

    Aberystwyth University teaches 56 subject areas that Arden University does not, including Mathematics, Computer Science, Politics & International Relations, History, Business Studies, Physics, Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management and 48 more.

    What can you study at Arden University but not at Aberystwyth University?

    Arden University teaches 4 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Human Resource Management, Public Health & Epidemiology and Technology & Logistics.

    Ready to explore courses?

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    Arden University26 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses