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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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London South Bank University

London · QS World #901

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.

6/6

Aberystwyth

scored higher in 6 categories

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London South Bank

scored higher in 0 categories

Quick Verdict

Aberystwyth University leads in 6 of 6 categories where both have data (ranking, TEF, established, courses, scholarship). London South Bank University does not lead in any category where both have data.

Aberystwyth University vs London South Bank University at a glance

Aberystwyth University and London South Bank University both teach 25 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Business Studies and Law. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; London South Bank University offers 240 courses across 55 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £17,400 at London South Bank University: London South Bank University is about £3,320 a year cheaper.

Of the 14 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, London South Bank University is higher in 12 and Aberystwyth University in 2. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £28,000 from London South Bank University. Of the 20 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 11 and London South Bank University in 8, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#901
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THE World
#601
#62
Guardian UK
#78
1872
Established
1892
No
Russell Group
No
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 South Bank University

No data
85.1%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£33,900

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
82.1%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
15.6%

International

International student share

414
240

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

    London South Bank

    60 countries · 15.6% international

    • 🇵🇰Pakistan26.1%
    • 🇮🇳India19.1%
    • 🇧🇩Bangladesh18.1%
    • 🌐Nepal4.9%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria3.3%

    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

    London South Bank University

    Also taught at both: Adult Nursing, Finance & Actuarial Science, Business & Management (General), Computing & IT, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Education Studies, Media & Film Studies, Applied Psychology, Film Production & Cinematography, Management.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at London South Bank 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
    London South Bank University
    £17,400

    London South Bank University is about £3,320 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    London South Bank 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

    London South Bank University

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£28,000
      84%Satisfaction90%

    • Business Studies

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
      93%Satisfaction93%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
      87%Satisfaction89%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£21,500
      81%Satisfaction91%

    • Accounting

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

    • Economics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
      73%Satisfaction91%

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£30,500
      89%Satisfaction94%

    • Health Sciences & Paramedic Science

      No dataSalary (3 years)£31,000
      95%Satisfaction93%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£21,500
      91%Satisfaction84%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£21,500
      87%Satisfaction89%

    • Marketing

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
      95%Satisfaction77%

    • Drama & Theatre

      £17,000Salary (3 years)£19,500
      92%Satisfaction94%

    Showing the 12 largest of 20 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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    London South Bank University

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs London South Bank University: common questions

    Is Aberystwyth University or London South Bank University cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £17,400 at London South Bank University: London South Bank University is about £3,320 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 South Bank University?

    Both universities teach 25 subject areas: Computer Science, Business Studies, Law, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Accounting, Economics, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Physics, Psychology (General), Sociology & Criminology, Childhood & Youth Studies and 13 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or London South Bank University better for Computer Science?

    Computer Science graduates earn a median £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £28,000 from London South Bank University. Student satisfaction with teaching is 84% at Aberystwyth University and 90% at London South Bank University. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or London South Bank University offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and London South Bank University lists 240 courses.

    What can you study at Aberystwyth University but not at London South Bank University?

    Aberystwyth University teaches 41 subject areas that London South Bank University does not, including Mathematics, Politics & International Relations, History, Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Creative Writing, Animal Science, Physical Geography & Climate and 33 more.

    What can you study at London South Bank University but not at Aberystwyth University?

    London South Bank University teaches 30 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Building & Construction, Children's Nursing, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, General Engineering, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation and 22 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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    London South Bank University240 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses