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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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Teesside University

Middlesbrough · Guardian UK #95

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 4 datapoints

We looked at 4 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 4 categories

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Teesside

scored higher in 0 categories

Quick Verdict

Aberystwyth University leads in 4 of 4 categories where both have data (ranking, established, courses, scholarship). Teesside University does not lead in any category where both have data.

Aberystwyth University vs Teesside University at a glance

Aberystwyth University and Teesside University both teach 27 subject areas, the largest being Business Studies, Law and Computer Science. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; Teesside University offers 211 courses across 55 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £17,000 at Teesside University: Teesside University is about £3,720 a year cheaper.

Of the 19 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Aberystwyth University is higher in 13 and Teesside University in 5, with 1 about level. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £21,000 from Teesside University. Of the 24 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 10 and Teesside University in 9, with 5 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
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THE World
#601
#62
Guardian UK
#95
1872
Established
1930
No
Russell Group
No
Gold
TEF Rating
Gold

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Aberystwyth University

Teesside University

No data
89%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£29,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
85.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
28.5%

International

International student share

414
211

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
5

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

    Teesside

    51 countries · 28.5% international

    • 🇮🇳India37.1%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria26.2%
    • 🇵🇰Pakistan10.1%
    • 🇨🇳China8.5%
    • 🇬🇭Ghana6.3%

    Subjects

    27 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

    Teesside University

    Also taught at both: Media & Film Studies, Software Engineering, Business & Management (General), Biological Sciences (General), Biology, Computing & IT, English Studies, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Film Production & Cinematography, Mental Health Nursing, Adult Nursing, Management.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at Teesside 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
    Teesside University
    £17,000

    Teesside University is about £3,720 a year cheaper.

    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

    Teesside University

    • Business Studies

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£20,500
      93%Satisfaction61%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£18,500
      87%Satisfaction92%

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
      84%Satisfaction84%

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£18,000
      92%Satisfaction98%

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
      92%Satisfaction89%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£20,000
      87%Satisfaction87%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£18,500
      91%Satisfaction91%

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£44,000
      89%Satisfaction83%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£19,500
      81%Satisfaction94%

    • Accounting

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
      98%Satisfaction89%

    • Fine Art

      £16,500Salary (3 years)£18,000
      82%Satisfaction88%

    • Health Sciences & Paramedic Science

      No dataSalary (3 years)£36,500
      95%Satisfaction91%

    Showing the 12 largest of 24 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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    Teesside University

    Brittan Scholarship

    £10,000

    Deadline: Oct 2026

    Santander Scholarship

    £5,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Care Leaver Bursary

    £2,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Beth Mead Scholarship

    £1,200

    Deadline: Sept 2026

    Santander Brighter Futures

    £1,000

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs Teesside University: common questions

    Is Aberystwyth University or Teesside University cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £17,000 at Teesside University: Teesside University is about £3,720 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 Teesside University?

    Both universities teach 27 subject areas: Business Studies, Law, Computer Science, History, Politics & International Relations, Sociology & Criminology, Psychology (General), Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Accounting, Fine Art, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science and 15 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or Teesside University better for Business Studies?

    Business Studies graduates earn a median £23,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £20,500 from Teesside University. Student satisfaction with teaching is 93% at Aberystwyth University and 61% at Teesside University. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or Teesside University offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and Teesside University lists 211 courses.

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

    Aberystwyth University teaches 39 subject areas that Teesside University does not, including Mathematics, Physics, Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Creative Writing, Animal Science, Physical Geography & Climate, Drama & Theatre and 31 more.

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

    Teesside University teaches 28 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Games Design & Computer Animation, Design & Fashion, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Forensic Science, Civil Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Food Science and 20 more.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    Teesside University211 courses · 5 scholarshipsBrowse Courses