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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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Robert Gordon University

Aberdeen · QS World #1001

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.

3/5

Aberystwyth

scored higher in 3 categories

VS

2/5

Robert Gordon

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

Aberystwyth University leads in 3 of 5 categories where both have data (ranking, courses). Robert Gordon University is ahead on established, scholarship.

Aberystwyth University vs Robert Gordon University at a glance

Aberystwyth University and Robert Gordon University both teach 21 subject areas, the largest being Law, Business Studies and Computer Science. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; Robert Gordon University offers 151 courses across 51 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £18,300 at Robert Gordon University: Robert Gordon University is about £2,420 a year cheaper.

Of the 9 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Robert Gordon University is higher in 8 and Aberystwyth University in 1. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £27,500 from Robert Gordon University. Of the 14 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 9 and Robert Gordon University in 5.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#1001
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THE World
#801
#62
Guardian UK
#81
1872
Established
1729
No
Russell Group
No
Gold
TEF Rating
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Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.

Aberystwyth University

Robert Gordon University

No data
87.9%

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
88.5%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
14.4%

International

International student share

414
151

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
43

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

    Robert Gordon

    48 countries · 14.4% international

    • 🇳🇬Nigeria36.2%
    • 🇮🇳India16.2%
    • 🇬🇭Ghana9.9%
    • 🇵🇰Pakistan8.5%
    • 🇮🇪Ireland5.9%

    Subjects

    21 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

    Robert Gordon University

    Also taught at both: Management, Adult Nursing, Applied Psychology, Mental Health Nursing, Film Production & Cinematography, Counselling & Psychotherapy.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at Robert Gordon 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
    Robert Gordon University
    £18,300

    Robert Gordon University is about £2,420 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    Robert Gordon University
    £19,060

    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

    Robert Gordon University

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
      87%Satisfaction86%

    • Business Studies

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
      93%Satisfaction86%

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
      84%Satisfaction85%

    • Accounting

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£27,000
      98%Satisfaction93%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
      87%Satisfaction88%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£23,000
      81%Satisfaction92%

    • Fine Art

      £16,500Salary (3 years)£19,500
      82%Satisfaction98%

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£36,000
      89%Satisfaction77%

    • Manufacturing & Production Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£33,500
      85%Satisfaction84%

    • Media & Film Studies

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£19,000
      95%Satisfaction93%

    • Health Sciences & Paramedic Science

      No dataSalary (3 years)£27,500
      95%Satisfaction81%

    • Adult Nursing

      No dataSalary (3 years)£30,000
      96%Satisfaction80%

    Showing the 12 largest of 15 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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    Robert Gordon University

    Bolashak Scholarship Programme

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    CONACyT (Consejo Nacional de Ciencia y Tecnologia)

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    Chevening Scholarship

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    Commonwealth Postgraduate/PhD Scholarship

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    Commonwealth Shared Scholarship

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs Robert Gordon University: common questions

    Is Aberystwyth University or Robert Gordon University cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £18,300 at Robert Gordon University: Robert Gordon University is about £2,420 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 Robert Gordon University?

    Both universities teach 21 subject areas: Law, Business Studies, Computer Science, Accounting, Sociology & Criminology, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Fine Art, Information & Library Studies, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Marketing, Media & Film Studies and 9 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or Robert Gordon University better for Law?

    Law graduates earn a median £20,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £23,500 from Robert Gordon University. Student satisfaction with teaching is 87% at Aberystwyth University and 86% at Robert Gordon University. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or Robert Gordon University offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and Robert Gordon University lists 151 courses.

    What can you study at Aberystwyth University but not at Robert Gordon University?

    Aberystwyth University teaches 45 subject areas that Robert Gordon University does not, including Mathematics, Politics & International Relations, History, Physics, Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Creative Writing, Psychology (General) and 37 more.

    What can you study at Robert Gordon University but not at Aberystwyth University?

    Robert Gordon University teaches 30 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Design & Fashion, General Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Pharmacy, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Architecture, Building & Construction and 22 more.

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    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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    Robert Gordon University151 courses · 43 scholarshipsBrowse Courses