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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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Keele University

Keele · QS World #801

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.

3/4

Aberystwyth

scored higher in 3 categories

VS

1/4

Keele

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

Aberystwyth University leads in 3 of 4 categories where both have data (ranking, established, scholarship). Keele University is ahead on courses.

Aberystwyth University vs Keele University at a glance

Aberystwyth University and Keele University both teach 44 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Law and Mathematics. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; Keele University offers 426 courses across 79 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £18,200 at Keele University: Keele University is about £2,520 a year cheaper.

Of the 32 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Keele University is higher in 26 and Aberystwyth University in 3, with 3 about level. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £26,500 from Keele University. Of the 36 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 24 and Keele University in 11, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#801
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THE World
#501
#62
Guardian UK
#73
1872
Established
1949
No
Russell Group
No
Gold
TEF Rating
Gold

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Aberystwyth University

Keele University

No data
87.7%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£32,100

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
83.7%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
8.5%

International

International student share

414
426

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

    Keele

    56 countries · 8.5% international

    • 🇮🇳India14.7%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria12.9%
    • 🇵🇰Pakistan9.1%
    • 🇭🇰Hong Kong7.8%
    • 🇨🇳China4.7%

    Subjects

    44 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

    Keele University

    Also taught at both: Animal Science, Creative Writing, Ecology & Conservation, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Zoology & Animal Biology, Biochemistry, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Geology & Earth Sciences, Marketing, Finance & Actuarial Science, Human Geography & Environment, Physical Geography & Climate, Education Studies, English Literature, Applied Psychology, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Biology, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Philosophy, Management, Software Engineering, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Information Systems & Data Science, Mental Health Nursing, Adult Nursing, English Studies, Anatomy & Pathology.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at Keele 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
    Keele University
    £18,200

    Keele University is about £2,520 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    Keele University
    £18,200

    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

    Keele University

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
      84%Satisfaction76%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
      87%Satisfaction83%

    • Mathematics

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£26,000
      97%Satisfaction87%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
      91%Satisfaction82%

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£22,000
      92%Satisfaction93%

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£22,000
      92%Satisfaction92%

    • Physics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£25,500
      91%Satisfaction96%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
      87%Satisfaction86%

    • Business Studies

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
      93%Satisfaction85%

    • Media & Film Studies

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
      95%Satisfaction93%

    • Environmental Sciences

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
      95%Satisfaction93%

    • Accounting

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£23,000
      98%Satisfaction84%

    Showing the 12 largest of 36 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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    Keele University

    Postgraduate Global Scholarship (international) 2026

    £5,000

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs Keele University: common questions

    Is Aberystwyth University or Keele University cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £18,200 at Keele University: Keele University is about £2,520 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 Keele University?

    Both universities teach 44 subject areas: Computer Science, Law, Mathematics, Psychology (General), Politics & International Relations, Business & Management (General), History, Physics, Sociology & Criminology, Business Studies, Media & Film Studies, Environmental Sciences and 32 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or Keele University better for Computer Science?

    Computer Science graduates earn a median £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £26,500 from Keele University. Student satisfaction with teaching is 84% at Aberystwyth University and 76% at Keele University. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or Keele University offer more courses?

    Keele University lists 426 courses on CourseOptions and Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses.

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

    Aberystwyth University teaches 22 subject areas that Keele University does not, including Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Drama & Theatre, Fine Art, Information & Library Studies, Computing & IT, History of Art & Design, Ancient Languages and 14 more.

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

    Keele University teaches 35 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Chemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Forensic Science, Pharmacy, Civil Engineering, Geography (General), Chemical Engineering, Pharmacology and 27 more.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    Keele University426 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses