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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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Arts University Bournemouth

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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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Arts University Bournemouth

scored higher in 0 categories

Quick Verdict

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

Aberystwyth University vs Arts University Bournemouth at a glance

Aberystwyth University and Arts University Bournemouth both teach 6 subject areas, the largest being Drama & Theatre, Creative Writing and Film Production & Cinematography. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; Arts University Bournemouth offers 78 courses across 13 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £19,950 at Arts University Bournemouth: Arts University Bournemouth is about £770 a year cheaper.

Of the 3 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Arts University Bournemouth is higher in 3 and Aberystwyth University in 0. The widest gap is in Fine Art: £16,500 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £22,000 from Arts University Bournemouth. Of the 4 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 2 and Arts University Bournemouth in 2.

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
1883
No
Russell Group
No
Gold
TEF Rating
Silver

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Aberystwyth University

Arts University Bournemouth

No data
86.6%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£26,900

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
81%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
13.5%

International

International student share

414
78

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
1

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

    VS

    Arts University Bournemouth

    35 countries · 13.5% international

    • 🇨🇳China17.8%
    • 🇮🇳India12.9%
    • 🇺🇸United States8.9%
    • 🇭🇰Hong Kong5%
    • 🌐Iceland3%

    Subjects

    6 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

    Arts University Bournemouth

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at Arts University Bournemouth

    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
    Arts University Bournemouth
    £19,950

    Arts University Bournemouth is about £770 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    Arts University Bournemouth
    £19,980

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

    Outcomes

    Graduate outcomes by subject

    Median graduate salary three years after graduating, and student satisfaction with teaching, across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject. Source: Discover Uni.

    Aberystwyth University

    Arts University Bournemouth

    • Drama & Theatre

      £17,000Salary (3 years)£20,000
      92%Satisfaction94%

    • Creative Writing

      £15,500Salary (3 years)No data
      93%Satisfaction87%

    • Film Production & Cinematography

      £17,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
      93%Satisfaction85%

    • Fine Art

      £16,500Salary (3 years)£22,000
      82%Satisfaction90%

    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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    Arts University Bournemouth

    British National Residing Overseas

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs Arts University Bournemouth: common questions

    Is Aberystwyth University or Arts University Bournemouth cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £19,950 at Arts University Bournemouth: Arts University Bournemouth is about £770 a year cheaper. These are medians of the international tuition fees each university publishes for its courses; the fee for a specific course is on its course page.

    What subjects can you study at both Aberystwyth University and Arts University Bournemouth?

    Both universities teach 6 subject areas: Drama & Theatre, Creative Writing, Film Production & Cinematography, Fine Art, Media & Film Studies and Business & Management (General).

    Is Aberystwyth University or Arts University Bournemouth better for Drama & Theatre?

    Drama & Theatre graduates earn a median £17,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £20,000 from Arts University Bournemouth. Student satisfaction with teaching is 92% at Aberystwyth University and 94% at Arts University Bournemouth. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or Arts University Bournemouth offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and Arts University Bournemouth lists 78 courses.

    What can you study at Aberystwyth University but not at Arts University Bournemouth?

    Aberystwyth University teaches 60 subject areas that Arts University Bournemouth does not, including Mathematics, Computer Science, Politics & International Relations, History, Law, Business Studies, Physics, Welsh Studies and 52 more.

    What can you study at Arts University Bournemouth but not at Aberystwyth University?

    Arts University Bournemouth teaches 7 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Design & Fashion, Architecture, Creative Arts (General), Games Design & Computer Animation, Building & Construction, Performing Arts (General) and Personal & Professional Development.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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