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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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Kingston University

London · QS World #686

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

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1/5

Kingston

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

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

Aberystwyth University vs Kingston University at a glance

Aberystwyth University and Kingston University both teach 34 subject areas, the largest being Business & Management (General), Computer Science and Law. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; Kingston University offers 390 courses across 67 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £18,500 at Kingston University: Kingston University is about £2,220 a year cheaper.

Of the 20 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Kingston University is higher in 18 and Aberystwyth University in 2. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £24,500 from Kingston University. Of the 24 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 16 and Kingston University in 8.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#686
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THE World
#801
#62
Guardian UK
#67
1872
Established
1899
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

Kingston University

No data
85.4%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£31,900

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
78.9%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
21.9%

International

International student share

414
390

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
0

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

    Kingston

    91 countries · 21.9% international

    • 🇮🇳India24.1%
    • 🇨🇳China23.8%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria3.5%
    • 🇵🇰Pakistan3.2%
    • 🇺🇸United States3.2%

    Subjects

    34 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

    Kingston University

    Also taught at both: Human Geography & Environment, Drama & Theatre, Education Studies, Fine Art, Media & Film Studies, Finance & Actuarial Science, Geology & Earth Sciences, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Computing & IT, Biochemistry, Film Production & Cinematography, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Information Systems & Data Science, Biological Sciences (General), Information & Library Studies, Mental Health Nursing, Adult Nursing, Management, Software Engineering.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at Kingston 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
    Kingston University
    £18,500

    Kingston University is about £2,220 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    Kingston University
    £18,900

    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

    Kingston University

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£24,500
      84%Satisfaction83%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£23,000
      87%Satisfaction92%

    • Business Studies

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
      93%Satisfaction71%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
      91%Satisfaction80%

    • Creative Writing

      £15,500Salary (3 years)£19,500
      93%Satisfaction89%

    • Economics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
      73%Satisfaction78%

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£33,500
      89%Satisfaction90%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£25,500
      87%Satisfaction81%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
      81%Satisfaction87%

    • Environmental Sciences

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£25,000
      95%Satisfaction89%

    • Accounting

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£24,500
      98%Satisfaction86%

    • Applied Psychology

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
      88%Satisfaction77%

    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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    Kingston University

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs Kingston University: common questions

    Is Aberystwyth University or Kingston University cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £18,500 at Kingston University: Kingston University is about £2,220 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 Kingston University?

    Both universities teach 34 subject areas: Business & Management (General), Computer Science, Law, Business Studies, Psychology (General), Childhood & Youth Studies, Creative Writing, Economics, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Sociology & Criminology, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Environmental Sciences and 22 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or Kingston University better for Computer Science?

    Computer Science graduates earn a median £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £24,500 from Kingston University. Student satisfaction with teaching is 84% at Aberystwyth University and 83% at Kingston University. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or Kingston University offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and Kingston University lists 390 courses.

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

    Aberystwyth University teaches 32 subject areas that Kingston University does not, including Mathematics, Politics & International Relations, History, Physics, Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Animal Science, Physical Geography & Climate and 24 more.

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

    Kingston University teaches 33 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Aerospace Engineering, Design & Fashion, Building & Construction, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Midwifery, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning and 25 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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    Kingston University390 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses