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Select any two universities below and we'll generate an instant, data-driven comparison — rankings, salaries, student satisfaction, international community, and more.

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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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Bangor University

Bangor · QS World #567

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 5 datapoints

We looked at 5 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

3/5

Aberystwyth

scored higher in 3 categories

VS

2/5

Bangor

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

Aberystwyth University leads in 3 of 5 categories where both have data (established, courses, scholarship). Bangor University is ahead on ranking.

Aberystwyth University vs Bangor University at a glance

Aberystwyth University and Bangor University both teach 33 subject areas, the largest being Zoology & Animal Biology, Law and Computer Science. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; Bangor University offers 329 courses across 52 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £18,000 at Bangor University: Bangor University is about £2,720 a year cheaper.

Of the 27 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Aberystwyth University is higher in 18 and Bangor University in 6, with 3 about level. The widest gap is in Drama & Theatre: £17,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £21,000 from Bangor University. Of the 30 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 17 and Bangor University in 13.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#567
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THE World
#501
#62
Guardian UK
#46
1872
Established
1884
No
Russell Group
No
Gold
TEF Rating
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Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Aberystwyth University

Bangor University

No data
87%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£27,400

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
78.3%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
21.5%

International

International student share

414
329

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
7

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

    Bangor

    60 countries · 21.5% international

    • 🇮🇳India18.7%
    • 🇵🇰Pakistan14.1%
    • 🇨🇳China12.6%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria7.3%
    • 🌐Nepal6.3%

    Subjects

    33 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

    Bangor University

    Also taught at both: Ancient Languages, Drama & Theatre, Environmental Sciences, Geology & Earth Sciences, Physical Geography & Climate, Economics, English Literature, Human Geography & Environment, Finance & Actuarial Science, Marketing, Biology, Media & Film Studies, Information Systems & Data Science, English Language, Mental Health Nursing, Adult Nursing, Heritage & Conservation, Philosophy.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at Bangor 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
    Bangor University
    £18,000

    Bangor University is about £2,720 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    Bangor University
    £19,000

    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

    Bangor University

    • Zoology & Animal Biology

      £19,000Salary (3 years)£19,000
      89%Satisfaction82%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£20,000
      87%Satisfaction86%

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£32,000
      84%Satisfaction80%

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£19,000
      92%Satisfaction93%

    • Welsh Studies

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£19,500
      95%Satisfaction100%

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£20,000
      92%Satisfaction90%

    • Business Studies

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
      93%Satisfaction83%

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£29,000
      89%Satisfaction97%

    • Ecology & Conservation

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
      93%Satisfaction89%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
      91%Satisfaction85%

    • Creative Writing

      £15,500Salary (3 years)£17,500
      93%Satisfaction100%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£19,500
      87%Satisfaction88%

    Showing the 12 largest of 30 shared subjects with published outcomes.

    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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    Bangor University

    Canadian Centennial Scholarship Fund (CCSF)

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

    Chevening Scholarships

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

    Commonwealth Master's Scholarship

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

    Pantyfedwen Student Scholarships

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

    Refugee Scholarship

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs Bangor University: common questions

    Is Aberystwyth University or Bangor University cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £18,000 at Bangor University: Bangor University is about £2,720 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 Bangor University?

    Both universities teach 33 subject areas: Zoology & Animal Biology, Law, Computer Science, History, Welsh Studies, Politics & International Relations, Business Studies, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Ecology & Conservation, Psychology (General), Childhood & Youth Studies, Creative Writing and 21 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or Bangor University better for Zoology & Animal Biology?

    Zoology & Animal Biology graduates earn a median £19,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £19,000 from Bangor University. Student satisfaction with teaching is 89% at Aberystwyth University and 82% at Bangor University. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or Bangor University offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and Bangor University lists 329 courses.

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

    Aberystwyth University teaches 33 subject areas that Bangor University does not, including Mathematics, Physics, Agriculture & Land Management, Animal Science, Fine Art, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Business & Management (General), Health Sciences & Paramedic Science and 25 more.

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

    Bangor University teaches 19 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Teacher Training, Music, Design & Fashion, Linguistics, Medicine, Social Policy & Public Policy, Biomedical Sciences, Dentistry and 11 more.

    Ready to explore courses?

    Browse available courses, check entry requirements, and find scholarships at each university.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    Bangor University329 courses · 7 scholarshipsBrowse Courses