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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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UCL (University College London)

Camden · QS World #8

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 7 datapoints

We looked at 7 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

2/7

Aberystwyth

scored higher in 2 categories

VS

5/7

UCL (University College London)

scored higher in 5 categories

Quick Verdict

UCL (University College London) leads in 5 of 7 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, established, courses). Aberystwyth University is ahead on TEF, scholarship.

Aberystwyth University vs UCL (University College London) at a glance

Aberystwyth University and UCL (University College London) both teach 53 subject areas, the largest being Childhood & Youth Studies, Mathematics and Computer Science. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; UCL (University College London) offers 1,131 courses across 109 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £29,800 at UCL (University College London): Aberystwyth University is about £9,080 a year cheaper.

Of the 24 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, UCL (University College London) is higher in 24 and Aberystwyth University in 0. The widest gap is in Economics: £22,500 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £45,000 from UCL (University College London). Of the 25 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 16 and UCL (University College London) in 8, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#8
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THE World
#22
#62
Guardian UK
#9
1872
Established
1826
No
Russell Group
Yes
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

UCL (University College London)

No data
86.5%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£46,400

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
80.4%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
51.9%

International

International student share

414
1131

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
18

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

    UCL (University College London)

    127 countries · 51.9% international

    • 🇨🇳China53.3%
    • 🇭🇰Hong Kong4.9%
    • 🇺🇸United States4.2%
    • 🇮🇳India3.4%
    • 🇸🇬Singapore2.4%

    Subjects

    53 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

    UCL (University College London)

    Also taught at both: Geology & Earth Sciences, Human Geography & Environment, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Management, Welsh Studies, Ecology & Conservation, Philosophy, Business Studies, Fine Art, Physical Geography & Climate, Creative Writing, Spanish & Portuguese, Education Studies, Finance & Actuarial Science, Accounting, Biochemistry, Media & Film Studies, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Biology, Zoology & Animal Biology, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Computing & IT, Information & Library Studies, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Marketing, Software Engineering, Mental Health Nursing, English Literature, Genetics & Genomics, History of Art & Design, Anatomy & Pathology, Biological Sciences (General), English Studies, Film Production & Cinematography, Information Systems & Data Science, English Language, Humanities, Heritage & Conservation.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at UCL (University College 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
    UCL (University College London)
    £29,800

    Aberystwyth University is about £9,080 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    UCL (University College London)
    £34,700

    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

    UCL (University College London)

    • Mathematics

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£41,000
      97%Satisfaction87%

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£51,000
      84%Satisfaction80%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
      91%Satisfaction90%

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£33,500
      92%Satisfaction87%

    • Ancient Languages

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£31,000
      85%Satisfaction92%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£28,000
      87%Satisfaction87%

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£29,000
      92%Satisfaction91%

    • Economics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£45,000
      73%Satisfaction79%

    • Physics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£42,000
      91%Satisfaction83%

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£40,000
      89%Satisfaction90%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£41,000
      87%Satisfaction92%

    • French

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£31,000
      No dataSatisfaction91%

    Showing the 12 largest of 27 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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    UCL (University College London)

    Commercial Bar Opportunity Scholarship

    £25,000

    Deadline: N/A

    AHRC Doctoral Landscape Award

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    UCL Department of Arts and Sciences (UASc) Interdisciplinary Excellence PhD Scholarship

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    Law Society Pro Bono Bursary

    £250

    Deadline: N/A

    Alonso Gurmendi Dunkelberg, UCL Graduate Research Scholarship

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs UCL (University College London): common questions

    Is Aberystwyth University or UCL (University College London) cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £29,800 at UCL (University College London): Aberystwyth University is about £9,080 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 UCL (University College London)?

    Both universities teach 53 subject areas: Childhood & Youth Studies, Mathematics, Computer Science, Psychology (General), Politics & International Relations, Ancient Languages, Sociology & Criminology, History, Economics, Physics, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Electronic & Electrical Engineering and 41 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or UCL (University College London) better for Mathematics?

    Mathematics graduates earn a median £23,500 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £41,000 from UCL (University College London). Student satisfaction with teaching is 97% at Aberystwyth University and 87% at UCL (University College London). Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or UCL (University College London) offer more courses?

    UCL (University College London) lists 1,131 courses on CourseOptions and Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses.

    What can you study at Aberystwyth University but not at UCL (University College London)?

    Aberystwyth University teaches 13 subject areas that UCL (University College London) does not, including Agriculture & Land Management, Animal Science, Drama & Theatre, Environmental Sciences, Applied Psychology, Plant Sciences, Celtic Studies, Adult Nursing and 5 more.

    What can you study at UCL (University College London) but not at Aberystwyth University?

    UCL (University College London) teaches 56 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including German & Scandinavian Studies, Eastern European Languages, Biomedical Sciences, Planning & Housing, Civil Engineering, Italian, Chemical Engineering, Architecture and 48 more.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    UCL (University College London)1,131 courses · 18 scholarshipsBrowse Courses