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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

London · QS World #62

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.

3/7

Aberystwyth

scored higher in 3 categories

VS

4/7

London School of Economics and Political Science

scored higher in 4 categories

Quick Verdict

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London leads in 4 of 7 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, scholarship). Aberystwyth University is ahead on TEF, established, courses.

Aberystwyth University vs London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London at a glance

Aberystwyth University and London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London both teach 20 subject areas, the largest being Politics & International Relations, History and Sociology & Criminology. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London offers 253 courses across 30 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £29,200 at London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London: Aberystwyth University is about £8,480 a year cheaper.

Of the 9 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London is higher in 9 and Aberystwyth University in 0. The widest gap is in Economics: £22,500 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £49,000 from London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London. Of the 9 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 7 and London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London in 2.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#62
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THE World
#52
#62
Guardian UK
#4
1872
Established
1895
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

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

No data
89.4%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£57,700

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
84.7%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
63.5%

International

International student share

414
253

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
25

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

    London School of Economics and Political Science

    108 countries · 63.5% international

    • 🇨🇳China24.8%
    • 🇺🇸United States8.7%
    • 🇮🇳India7.5%
    • 🇩🇪Germany4.9%
    • 🇸🇬Singapore4.3%

    Subjects

    20 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

    London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

    Also taught at both: Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Computing & IT, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Ancient Languages, Management.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at London School of Economics and Political Science, 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
    London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London
    £29,200

    Aberystwyth University is about £8,480 a year cheaper.

    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

    London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£36,000
      92%Satisfaction90%

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£34,000
      92%Satisfaction90%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£31,000
      87%Satisfaction91%

    • Mathematics

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£45,500
      97%Satisfaction84%

    • Human Geography & Environment

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£34,500
      94%Satisfaction91%

    • Economics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£49,000
      73%Satisfaction90%

    • Finance & Actuarial Science

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£41,500
      98%Satisfaction86%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£40,000
      87%SatisfactionNo data

    • Accounting

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£41,500
      98%Satisfaction93%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)No data
      91%Satisfaction89%

    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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    London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

    LSE Access to Education Undergraduate Scholarships

    £250,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Mohammed Al Fahim Scholarship

    £33,333

    Deadline: N/A

    Catherine and Joyce Wood Scholarship

    £26,250

    Deadline: N/A

    LSE ESRC DTP Studentships

    £23,805

    Deadline: N/A

    LSE Excellence Scholarship

    £20,000

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London: common questions

    Is Aberystwyth University or London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £29,200 at London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London: Aberystwyth University is about £8,480 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 London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London?

    Both universities teach 20 subject areas: Politics & International Relations, History, Sociology & Criminology, Mathematics, Human Geography & Environment, Business & Management (General), Economics, Finance & Actuarial Science, Law, Accounting, Media & Film Studies, Psychology (General) and 8 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London better for Politics & International Relations?

    Politics & International Relations graduates earn a median £22,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £36,000 from London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London. Student satisfaction with teaching is 92% at Aberystwyth University and 90% at London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London lists 253 courses.

    What can you study at Aberystwyth University but not at London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London?

    Aberystwyth University teaches 46 subject areas that London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London does not, including Computer Science, Business Studies, Physics, Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Creative Writing, Animal Science, Physical Geography & Climate and 38 more.

    What can you study at London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London but not at Aberystwyth University?

    London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London teaches 10 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Social Policy & Public Policy, Social Sciences (General), Anthropology, Statistics, Planning & Housing, Health & Social Care, Asian Languages & Studies, Cultural Studies and 2 more.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London253 courses · 25 scholarshipsBrowse Courses