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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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The University of Edinburgh

Edinburgh · QS World #35

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 0 categories

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Edinburgh

scored higher in 6 categories

Quick Verdict

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

Aberystwyth University vs The University of Edinburgh at a glance

Aberystwyth University and The University of Edinburgh both teach 60 subject areas, the largest being Law, Computer Science and Mathematics. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; The University of Edinburgh offers 936 courses across 116 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £29,600 at The University of Edinburgh: Aberystwyth University is about £8,880 a year cheaper.

Of the 32 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, The University of Edinburgh is higher in 32 and Aberystwyth University in 0. The widest gap is in Economics: £22,500 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £38,000 from The University of Edinburgh. Of the 33 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 25 and The University of Edinburgh in 8.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#35
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THE World
#29
#62
Guardian UK
#17
1872
Established
1583
No
Russell Group
Yes
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

The University of Edinburgh

No data
85.3%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£37,600

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
83%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
41.6%

International

International student share

414
936

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
112

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

    Edinburgh

    122 countries · 41.6% international

    • 🇨🇳China44.5%
    • 🇺🇸United States9.3%
    • 🇮🇳India5.4%
    • 🇲🇾Malaysia2.7%
    • 🇨🇦Canada2.4%

    Subjects

    60 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

    The University of Edinburgh

    Also taught at both: Biological Sciences (General), History of Art & Design, Spanish & Portuguese, Sport & Exercise Sciences, English Literature, Human Geography & Environment, Geology & Earth Sciences, Veterinary Medicine, Creative Writing, Education Studies, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Physical Geography & Climate, Zoology & Animal Biology, Environmental Sciences, Genetics & Genomics, Accounting, Celtic Studies, Media & Film Studies, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Drama & Theatre, Finance & Actuarial Science, Ancient Languages, Business & Management (General), Childhood & Youth Studies, Anatomy & Pathology, Biochemistry, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Marketing, Computing & IT, Information Systems & Data Science, Applied Psychology, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Biology, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Film Production & Cinematography, Management, Plant Sciences, English Language, Humanities, Mental Health Nursing, Software Engineering, Veterinary Sciences & Nursing, Adult Nursing, GIS & Remote Sensing, Heritage & Conservation.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at The University of Edinburgh

    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
    The University of Edinburgh
    £29,600

    Aberystwyth University is about £8,880 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

    The University of Edinburgh

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
      87%Satisfaction86%

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£37,000
      84%Satisfaction74%

    • Mathematics

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£31,000
      97%Satisfaction81%

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£28,000
      92%Satisfaction88%

    • Business Studies

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£31,000
      93%Satisfaction80%

    • Physics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£29,000
      91%Satisfaction85%

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£29,000
      92%Satisfaction87%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
      87%Satisfaction82%

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£34,000
      89%Satisfaction81%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
      91%Satisfaction83%

    • Ecology & Conservation

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£26,000
      93%Satisfaction88%

    • French

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£28,000
      No dataSatisfaction87%

    Showing the 12 largest of 34 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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    The University of Edinburgh

    Asylum Seeker Scholarship

    £21,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Education Beyond Borders postgraduate scholarship

    £20,780

    Deadline: N/A

    Cameron Law Scholarship

    £10,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Online Learning Scholarships

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    Rosedale OSSD University of Edinburgh Scholarship

    £10,000

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs The University of Edinburgh: common questions

    Is Aberystwyth University or The University of Edinburgh cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £29,600 at The University of Edinburgh: Aberystwyth University is about £8,880 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 The University of Edinburgh?

    Both universities teach 60 subject areas: Law, Computer Science, Mathematics, History, Business Studies, Physics, Politics & International Relations, Sociology & Criminology, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Psychology (General), Ecology & Conservation, French and 48 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or The University of Edinburgh better for Law?

    Law graduates earn a median £20,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £26,500 from The University of Edinburgh. Student satisfaction with teaching is 87% at Aberystwyth University and 86% at The University of Edinburgh. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or The University of Edinburgh offer more courses?

    The University of Edinburgh lists 936 courses on CourseOptions and Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses.

    What can you study at Aberystwyth University but not at The University of Edinburgh?

    Aberystwyth University teaches 6 subject areas that The University of Edinburgh does not, including Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Fine Art, Information & Library Studies, Countryside & Rural Management and English Studies.

    What can you study at The University of Edinburgh but not at Aberystwyth University?

    The University of Edinburgh teaches 56 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Theology & Religious Studies, German & Scandinavian Studies, Medicine, Teacher Training, African & Middle Eastern Studies, Classical Studies, Asian Languages & Studies, Design & Fashion and 48 more.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    The University of Edinburgh936 courses · 112 scholarshipsBrowse Courses