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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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Goldsmiths, University of London

London · QS World #701

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 6 datapoints

We looked at 6 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

4/6

Aberystwyth

scored higher in 4 categories

VS

2/6

Goldsmiths

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

Aberystwyth University leads in 4 of 6 categories where both have data (ranking, TEF, established, courses). Goldsmiths, University of London is ahead on ranking, scholarship.

Aberystwyth University vs Goldsmiths, University of London at a glance

Aberystwyth University and Goldsmiths, University of London both teach 25 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Media & Film Studies and Politics & International Relations. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; Goldsmiths, University of London offers 291 courses across 39 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £22,000 at Goldsmiths, University of London: Aberystwyth University is about £1,280 a year cheaper.

Of the 12 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Goldsmiths, University of London is higher in 11 and Aberystwyth University in 1. The widest gap is in Drama & Theatre: £17,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £24,000 from Goldsmiths, University of London. Of the 14 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 9 and Goldsmiths, University of London in 5.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#701
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THE World
#501
#62
Guardian UK
#84
1872
Established
1891
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

Goldsmiths, University of London

No data
85.4%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£29,600

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
83%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
40.3%

International

International student share

414
291

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
29

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

    Goldsmiths

    59 countries · 40.3% international

    • 🇨🇳China54.1%
    • 🇺🇸United States7.4%
    • 🌐Korea (South)4.7%
    • 🇮🇳India4.4%
    • 🌐Taiwan2.2%

    Subjects

    25 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

    Goldsmiths, University of London

    Also taught at both: History of Art & Design, Education Studies, Management, Childhood & Youth Studies, English Studies, Applied Psychology, Business & Management (General), Information & Library Studies, Film Production & Cinematography, Ancient Languages.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at Goldsmiths, 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
    Goldsmiths, University of London
    £22,000

    Aberystwyth University is about £1,280 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    Goldsmiths, University of London
    £22,000

    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

    Goldsmiths, University of London

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£31,500
      84%Satisfaction81%

    • Media & Film Studies

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£25,000
      95%Satisfaction83%

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£24,500
      92%Satisfaction87%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£25,000
      91%Satisfaction79%

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
      92%Satisfaction98%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)No data
      87%Satisfaction96%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
      87%Satisfaction74%

    • Economics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£25,000
      73%Satisfaction87%

    • Fine Art

      £16,500Salary (3 years)£17,000
      82%Satisfaction94%

    • Marketing

      £23,000Salary (3 years)No data
      95%Satisfaction71%

    • Drama & Theatre

      £17,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
      92%Satisfaction81%

    • History of Art & Design

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
      65%Satisfaction95%

    Showing the 12 largest of 14 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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    Goldsmiths, University of London

    ESRC/SENSS Doctoral Studentships

    £22,780

    Deadline: N/A

    Migrant Futures Doctoral Studentships

    £22,780

    Deadline: N/A

    Academics at Risk Scholarship

    £15,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Rob Stringer Scholarship

    £12,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Generation Delta Studentships

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs Goldsmiths, University of London: common questions

    Is Aberystwyth University or Goldsmiths, University of London cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £22,000 at Goldsmiths, University of London: Aberystwyth University is about £1,280 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 Goldsmiths, University of London?

    Both universities teach 25 subject areas: Computer Science, Media & Film Studies, Politics & International Relations, Psychology (General), History, Law, Sociology & Criminology, Mathematics, Economics, Creative Writing, Fine Art, Welsh Studies and 13 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or Goldsmiths, University of London better for Computer Science?

    Computer Science graduates earn a median £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £31,500 from Goldsmiths, University of London. Student satisfaction with teaching is 84% at Aberystwyth University and 81% at Goldsmiths, University of London. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or Goldsmiths, University of London offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and Goldsmiths, University of London lists 291 courses.

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

    Aberystwyth University teaches 41 subject areas that Goldsmiths, University of London does not, including Business Studies, Physics, Agriculture & Land Management, Accounting, Animal Science, Physical Geography & Climate, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Ecology & Conservation and 33 more.

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

    Goldsmiths, University of London teaches 14 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Social Work, Anthropology, Music, Personal & Professional Development, Design & Fashion, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Games Design & Computer Animation, Cognitive & Experimental Psychology and 6 more.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    Goldsmiths, University of London291 courses · 29 scholarshipsBrowse Courses