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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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Northumbria University, Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne · QS World #528

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.

4/6

Aberystwyth

scored higher in 4 categories

VS

2/6

Northumbria

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

Aberystwyth University leads in 4 of 6 categories where both have data (TEF, established, courses, scholarship). Northumbria University, Newcastle is ahead on ranking.

Aberystwyth University vs Northumbria University, Newcastle at a glance

Aberystwyth University and Northumbria University, Newcastle both teach 40 subject areas, the largest being Business Studies, Computer Science and Law. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; Northumbria University, Newcastle offers 305 courses across 71 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £19,850 at Northumbria University, Newcastle: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £870 a year cheaper.

Of the 25 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Northumbria University, Newcastle is higher in 20 and Aberystwyth University in 4, with 1 about level. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £25,500 from Northumbria University, Newcastle. Of the 31 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 17 and Northumbria University, Newcastle in 12, with 2 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#528
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THE World
#401
#62
Guardian UK
#53
1872
Established
1969
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

Northumbria University, Newcastle

No data
83.5%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£31,000

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
86.1%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
24.5%

International

International student share

414
305

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
7

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

    Northumbria

    85 countries · 24.5% international

    • 🇮🇳India35.3%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria16.3%
    • 🌐Kuwait4%
    • 🇨🇳China3.8%
    • 🌐Sri Lanka3.8%

    Subjects

    40 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

    Northumbria University, Newcastle

    Also taught at both: Economics, Marketing, Business & Management (General), Drama & Theatre, Environmental Sciences, Fine Art, Human Geography & Environment, Finance & Actuarial Science, Media & Film Studies, Childhood & Youth Studies, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Applied Psychology, Biochemistry, Biology, Education Studies, Computing & IT, Mental Health Nursing, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Adult Nursing, Counselling & Psychotherapy, English Studies, English Language, Heritage & Conservation.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at Northumbria University, Newcastle

    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
    Northumbria University, Newcastle
    £19,850

    Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £870 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    Northumbria University, Newcastle
    £19,850

    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

    Northumbria University, Newcastle

    • Business Studies

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£26,000
      93%Satisfaction83%

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
      84%Satisfaction87%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
      87%Satisfaction73%

    • Mathematics

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£27,000
      97%Satisfaction85%

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£23,000
      92%Satisfaction98%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
      81%Satisfaction83%

    • Politics & International Relations

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

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
      87%Satisfaction78%

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£29,500
      89%Satisfaction86%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
      91%Satisfaction84%

    • Physics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£22,000
      91%Satisfaction93%

    • English Literature

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£20,500
      90%Satisfaction94%

    Showing the 12 largest of 31 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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    Northumbria University, Newcastle

    2025/26 PGT Sanctuary Scholarships

    £3,000

    Deadline: N/A

    2025/26 UG Sanctuary Scholarships

    £3,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Castle Peak Postgraduate Scholarships

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

    GEMS Scholarship

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

    Horiba Foundation UK Scholarship

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs Northumbria University, Newcastle: common questions

    Is Aberystwyth University or Northumbria University, Newcastle cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £19,850 at Northumbria University, Newcastle: Northumbria University, Newcastle is about £870 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 Northumbria University, Newcastle?

    Both universities teach 40 subject areas: Business Studies, Computer Science, Law, Mathematics, History, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Politics & International Relations, Sociology & Criminology, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Psychology (General), Physics, English Literature and 28 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or Northumbria University, Newcastle better for Business Studies?

    Business Studies graduates earn a median £23,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £26,000 from Northumbria University, Newcastle. Student satisfaction with teaching is 93% at Aberystwyth University and 83% at Northumbria University, Newcastle. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or Northumbria University, Newcastle offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and Northumbria University, Newcastle lists 305 courses.

    What can you study at Aberystwyth University but not at Northumbria University, Newcastle?

    Aberystwyth University teaches 26 subject areas that Northumbria University, Newcastle does not, including Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Animal Science, Ecology & Conservation, Zoology & Animal Biology, Information & Library Studies, Geology & Earth Sciences, History of Art & Design and 18 more.

    What can you study at Northumbria University, Newcastle but not at Aberystwyth University?

    Northumbria University, Newcastle teaches 31 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Design & Fashion, Social Work, Building & Construction, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Forensic Science and 23 more.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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