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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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Brunel University of London

Uxbridge · QS World #353

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.

4/5

Aberystwyth

scored higher in 4 categories

VS

1/5

Brunel University of London

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

Aberystwyth University leads in 4 of 5 categories where both have data (ranking, TEF, established, courses). Brunel University of London is ahead on ranking.

Aberystwyth University vs Brunel University of London at a glance

Aberystwyth University and Brunel University of London both teach 35 subject areas, the largest being Mathematics, Politics & International Relations and Computer Science. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; Brunel University of London offers 373 courses across 62 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £17,400 at Brunel University of London: Brunel University of London is about £3,320 a year cheaper.

Of the 19 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Brunel University of London is higher in 19 and Aberystwyth University in 0. The widest gap is in Creative Writing: £15,500 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £24,500 from Brunel University of London. Of the 24 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 17 and Brunel University of London in 7.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#353
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THE World
#401
#62
Guardian UK
#69
1872
Established
1966
No
Russell Group
No
Gold
TEF Rating
Bronze

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Aberystwyth University

Brunel University of London

No data
81.7%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£35,800

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
79.3%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
34.6%

International

International student share

414
373

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
22

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

    Brunel University of London

    81 countries · 34.6% international

    • 🇮🇳India26.2%
    • 🇵🇰Pakistan11%
    • 🇨🇳China6.6%
    • 🇧🇩Bangladesh4.2%
    • 🇭🇰Hong Kong4%

    Subjects

    35 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

    Brunel University of London

    Also taught at both: Media & Film Studies, Welsh Studies, Biochemistry, Finance & Actuarial Science, Human Geography & Environment, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Childhood & Youth Studies, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Computing & IT, Environmental Sciences, Marketing, Education Studies, English Literature, Information & Library Studies, English Studies, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Film Production & Cinematography, Mental Health Nursing, Philosophy, Adult Nursing.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at Brunel University of London

    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
    Brunel University of London
    £17,400

    Brunel University of London is about £3,320 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    Brunel University of London
    £24,800

    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

    Brunel University of London

    • Mathematics

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£30,500
      97%Satisfaction77%

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£29,000
      92%Satisfaction94%

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£37,000
      84%Satisfaction74%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
      87%Satisfaction70%

    • Business Studies

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
      93%Satisfaction83%

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£32,000
      89%Satisfaction72%

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£25,500
      92%Satisfaction96%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
      87%Satisfaction90%

    • Economics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£31,000
      73%Satisfaction79%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
      81%Satisfaction82%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£24,500
      91%Satisfaction79%

    • Accounting

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£30,500
      98%Satisfaction83%

    Showing the 12 largest of 24 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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    Brunel University of London

    MBA Scholarship (Full-time & Part-time) September 2026

    £14,750

    Deadline: Aug 2026

    British Council Scholarships for Women in STEM 2026

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    Brunel Sanctuary Scholarship 2026/27

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    Brunel University of London and the China Scholarship Council PhD Scholarship 2026/27

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    Ealing Trailfinders (ETF) & Brunel University of London Rugby Academy Scholarship 2026/27

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs Brunel University of London: common questions

    Is Aberystwyth University or Brunel University of London cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £17,400 at Brunel University of London: Brunel University of London is about £3,320 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 Brunel University of London?

    Both universities teach 35 subject areas: Mathematics, Politics & International Relations, Computer Science, Law, Business Studies, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, History, Sociology & Criminology, Economics, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Psychology (General), Accounting and 23 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or Brunel University of London better for Mathematics?

    Mathematics graduates earn a median £23,500 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £30,500 from Brunel University of London. Student satisfaction with teaching is 97% at Aberystwyth University and 77% at Brunel University of London. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or Brunel University of London offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and Brunel University of London lists 373 courses.

    What can you study at Aberystwyth University but not at Brunel University of London?

    Aberystwyth University teaches 31 subject areas that Brunel University of London does not, including Physics, Agriculture & Land Management, Animal Science, Physical Geography & Climate, Ecology & Conservation, Zoology & Animal Biology, Fine Art, Astronomy & Astrophysics and 23 more.

    What can you study at Brunel University of London but not at Aberystwyth University?

    Brunel University of London teaches 27 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including General Engineering, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Civil Engineering, Design & Fashion, Business Information Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering and 19 more.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    Brunel University of London373 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses