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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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Middlesex 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.

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Aberystwyth

scored higher in 6 categories

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Middlesex

scored higher in 0 categories

Quick Verdict

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

Aberystwyth University vs Middlesex University at a glance

Aberystwyth University and Middlesex University both teach 33 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Business Studies and Law. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; Middlesex University offers 294 courses across 65 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £17,200 at Middlesex University: Middlesex University is about £3,520 a year cheaper.

Of the 16 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Middlesex University is higher in 11 and Aberystwyth University in 3, with 2 about level. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £25,500 from Middlesex University. Of the 20 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 10 and Middlesex University in 8, with 2 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
#501
#62
Guardian UK
#74
1872
Established
1878
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

Middlesex University

No data
87.4%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£30,300

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
78%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
29.6%

International

International student share

414
294

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

    Middlesex

    80 countries · 29.6% international

    • 🇮🇳India43.9%
    • 🇨🇳China7.5%
    • 🇵🇰Pakistan5.4%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria4.5%
    • 🇧🇩Bangladesh3.8%

    Subjects

    33 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

    Middlesex University

    Also taught at both: Drama & Theatre, Film Production & Cinematography, Fine Art, Human Geography & Environment, Education Studies, Media & Film Studies, Computing & IT, Software Engineering, Information Systems & Data Science, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Management, Mental Health Nursing, Veterinary Sciences & Nursing, Anatomy & Pathology, Adult Nursing, Applied Psychology, Biological Sciences (General), Counselling & Psychotherapy.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at Middlesex 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
    Middlesex University
    £17,200

    Middlesex University is about £3,520 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    Middlesex University
    £17,600

    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

    Middlesex University

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
      84%Satisfaction85%

    • Business Studies

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

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£20,000
      87%Satisfaction87%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£21,500
      81%Satisfaction94%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
      91%Satisfaction84%

    • Marketing

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

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
      87%Satisfaction85%

    • Manufacturing & Production Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£27,000
      85%Satisfaction81%

    • Accounting

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
      98%Satisfaction83%

    • Economics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
      73%Satisfaction88%

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£27,000
      89%Satisfaction93%

    • Finance & Actuarial Science

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
      98%Satisfaction83%

    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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    Middlesex University

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs Middlesex University: common questions

    Is Aberystwyth University or Middlesex University cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £17,200 at Middlesex University: Middlesex University is about £3,520 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 Middlesex University?

    Both universities teach 33 subject areas: Computer Science, Business Studies, Law, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Politics & International Relations, Psychology (General), Business & Management (General), Marketing, Sociology & Criminology, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Accounting, Economics and 21 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or Middlesex University better for Computer Science?

    Computer Science graduates earn a median £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £25,500 from Middlesex University. Student satisfaction with teaching is 84% at Aberystwyth University and 85% at Middlesex University. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or Middlesex University offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and Middlesex University lists 294 courses.

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

    Aberystwyth University teaches 33 subject areas that Middlesex University does not, including Mathematics, History, Physics, Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Creative Writing, Animal Science, Physical Geography & Climate and 25 more.

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

    Middlesex University teaches 32 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Design & Fashion, Biomedical Sciences, Business Information Systems, Medicine, Social Work, Clinical Specialities, Games Design & Computer Animation, Hospitality, Events & Tourism and 24 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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    Middlesex University294 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses