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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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Durham University

Durham · QS World #85

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 7 datapoints

We looked at 7 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

2/7

Aberystwyth

scored higher in 2 categories

VS

5/7

Durham

scored higher in 5 categories

Quick Verdict

Durham University leads in 5 of 7 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, established, scholarship). Aberystwyth University is ahead on TEF, courses.

Aberystwyth University vs Durham University at a glance

Aberystwyth University and Durham University both teach 32 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Politics & International Relations and Law. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; Durham University offers 278 courses across 54 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £31,000 at Durham University: Aberystwyth University is about £10,280 a year cheaper.

Of the 21 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Durham University is higher in 21 and Aberystwyth University in 0. The widest gap is in Accounting: £23,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £44,000 from Durham University. Of the 22 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Durham University is higher in 13 and Aberystwyth University in 7, with 2 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#85
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THE World
#175
#62
Guardian UK
#6
1872
Established
1832
No
Russell Group
Yes
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

Durham University

No data
90.7%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£43,800

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
74.4%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
32.6%

International

International student share

414
278

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
102

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

    Durham

    86 countries · 32.6% international

    • 🇨🇳China49.5%
    • 🇭🇰Hong Kong7.4%
    • 🇮🇳India5.9%
    • 🇺🇸United States4.9%
    • 🇸🇬Singapore2.6%

    Subjects

    32 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

    Durham University

    Also taught at both: Geology & Earth Sciences, Education Studies, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Ancient Languages, Biology, Childhood & Youth Studies, Management, Marketing, Business & Management (General), English Literature, Philosophy, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Biochemistry, English Studies, Humanities, English Language.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at Durham 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
    Durham University
    £31,000

    Aberystwyth University is about £10,280 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    Durham University
    £30,500

    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

    Durham University

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£40,000
      84%Satisfaction87%

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£34,000
      92%Satisfaction88%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£36,000
      87%Satisfaction90%

    • Mathematics

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£36,000
      97%Satisfaction89%

    • Business Studies

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£41,000
      93%Satisfaction83%

    • Economics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£42,000
      73%Satisfaction90%

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£33,000
      92%Satisfaction94%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£29,000
      91%Satisfaction91%

    • Accounting

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£44,000
      98%Satisfaction89%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
      87%Satisfaction89%

    • Physics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£36,000
      91%Satisfaction90%

    • Finance & Actuarial Science

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£42,000
      98%Satisfaction89%

    Showing the 12 largest of 22 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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    Durham University

    Sir Harry Evans Global Fellowship

    £53,333

    Deadline: N/A

    Durham Inspiring Excellence Scholarships - Undergraduate

    £30,000

    Deadline: N/A

    The Global DBA Scholarships

    £25,000

    Deadline: Nov 2026

    The Mary Ward Postgraduate Scholarship Fund

    £25,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Global Grand Challenges Studentships

    £20,780

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs Durham University: common questions

    Is Aberystwyth University or Durham University cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £31,000 at Durham University: Aberystwyth University is about £10,280 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 Durham University?

    Both universities teach 32 subject areas: Computer Science, Politics & International Relations, Law, Mathematics, Business Studies, Economics, History, Psychology (General), Accounting, Sociology & Criminology, Physics, Finance & Actuarial Science and 20 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or Durham University better for Computer Science?

    Computer Science graduates earn a median £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £40,000 from Durham University. Student satisfaction with teaching is 84% at Aberystwyth University and 87% at Durham University. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or Durham University offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and Durham University lists 278 courses.

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

    Aberystwyth University teaches 34 subject areas that Durham University does not, including Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Creative Writing, Animal Science, Drama & Theatre, Ecology & Conservation, Zoology & Animal Biology, Environmental Sciences and 26 more.

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

    Durham University teaches 22 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Theology & Religious Studies, Archaeology, General Engineering, Anthropology, Chemistry, Classical Studies, Natural Sciences, Asian Languages & Studies and 14 more.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    Durham University278 courses · 102 scholarshipsBrowse Courses