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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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SOAS University of London

London · QS World #458

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

SOAS University of London

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

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

Aberystwyth University vs SOAS University of London at a glance

Aberystwyth University and SOAS University of London both teach 15 subject areas, the largest being Politics & International Relations, Media & Film Studies and Law. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; SOAS University of London offers 296 courses across 29 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £23,780 at SOAS University of London: Aberystwyth University is about £3,060 a year cheaper.

Of the 7 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, SOAS University of London is higher in 7 and Aberystwyth University in 0. The widest gap is in Economics: £22,500 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £35,000 from SOAS University of London. Of the 7 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 4 and SOAS University of London in 3.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#458
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THE World
#401
#62
Guardian UK
#86
1872
Established
1916
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

SOAS University of London

No data
84.1%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£32,500

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
74.4%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
25.7%

International

International student share

414
296

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
27

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

    SOAS University of London

    67 countries · 25.7% international

    • 🇨🇳China10.9%
    • 🇮🇳India10.6%
    • 🇺🇸United States9.4%
    • 🇵🇰Pakistan7.6%
    • 🇫🇷France3.6%

    Subjects

    15 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

    SOAS University of London

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at SOAS 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
    SOAS University of London
    £23,780

    Aberystwyth University is about £3,060 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    SOAS University of London
    £25,320

    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

    SOAS University of London

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£31,000
      92%Satisfaction90%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£28,000
      87%Satisfaction77%

    • Ancient Languages

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
      85%Satisfaction92%

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
      92%Satisfaction89%

    • Economics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£35,000
      73%Satisfaction83%

    • History of Art & Design

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
      65%Satisfaction97%

    • Accounting

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
      98%Satisfaction88%

    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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    SOAS University of London

    SOAS International Academic Excellence Scholarship

    £20,000

    Deadline: May 2026

    SOAS Sustainable Development Goal Scholarship

    £15,000

    Deadline: Jun 2026

    Commonwealth Shared Scholarships

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Programme

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    SOAS Academic Excellence Scholarship

    £10,000

    Deadline: May 2026

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs SOAS University of London: common questions

    Is Aberystwyth University or SOAS University of London cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £23,780 at SOAS University of London: Aberystwyth University is about £3,060 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 SOAS University of London?

    Both universities teach 15 subject areas: Politics & International Relations, Media & Film Studies, Law, Ancient Languages, History, Economics, Sociology & Criminology, Business & Management (General), History of Art & Design, Accounting, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Finance & Actuarial Science and 3 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or SOAS 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 £31,000 from SOAS University of London. Student satisfaction with teaching is 92% at Aberystwyth University and 90% at SOAS University of London. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or SOAS University of London offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and SOAS University of London lists 296 courses.

    What can you study at Aberystwyth University but not at SOAS University of London?

    Aberystwyth University teaches 51 subject areas that SOAS University of London does not, including Mathematics, Computer Science, Business Studies, Physics, Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Creative Writing, Psychology (General) and 43 more.

    What can you study at SOAS University of London but not at Aberystwyth University?

    SOAS University of London teaches 14 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Asian Languages & Studies, African & Middle Eastern Studies, Anthropology, Creative Arts (General), Music, International Development, Theology & Religious Studies, Linguistics and 6 more.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    SOAS University of London296 courses · 27 scholarshipsBrowse Courses