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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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Ulster University

Belfast · QS World #595

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

Ulster

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

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

Aberystwyth University vs Ulster University at a glance

Aberystwyth University and Ulster University both teach 32 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Law and History. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; Ulster University offers 170 courses across 66 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £17,490 at Ulster University: Ulster University is about £3,230 a year cheaper.

Of the 25 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 16 and Ulster University in 7, with 2 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#595
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THE World
#601
#62
Guardian UK
#60
1872
Established
1968
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

Ulster University

No data
86.4%

Satisfaction

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

No data
No data

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
84.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
32.5%

International

International student share

414
170

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
0

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

    Ulster

    45 countries · 32.5% international

    • 🇵🇰Pakistan27.8%
    • 🇮🇪Ireland21.4%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria16.1%
    • 🇮🇳India12.6%
    • 🇧🇩Bangladesh8.6%

    Subjects

    32 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

    Ulster University

    Also taught at both: Fine Art, Finance & Actuarial Science, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Media & Film Studies, English Literature, Biology, Computing & IT, Film Production & Cinematography, Geology & Earth Sciences, Information Systems & Data Science, English Studies, Software Engineering, Anatomy & Pathology, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Management, Veterinary Sciences & Nursing.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at Ulster 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
    Ulster University
    £17,490

    Ulster University is about £3,230 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

    Ulster University

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)No data
      84%Satisfaction79%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)No data
      87%Satisfaction87%

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)No data
      92%Satisfaction92%

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)No data
      92%Satisfaction84%

    • Business Studies

      £23,000Salary (3 years)No data
      93%Satisfaction83%

    • Accounting

      £23,000Salary (3 years)No data
      98%Satisfaction95%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)No data
      87%Satisfaction84%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £21,000Salary (3 years)No data
      81%Satisfaction82%

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)No data
      89%Satisfaction86%

    • Physical Geography & Climate

      £24,000Salary (3 years)No data
      96%Satisfaction91%

    • Drama & Theatre

      £17,000Salary (3 years)No data
      92%Satisfaction87%

    • Economics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)No data
      73%Satisfaction88%

    Showing the 12 largest of 25 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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    Ulster University

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs Ulster University: common questions

    Is Aberystwyth University or Ulster University cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £17,490 at Ulster University: Ulster University is about £3,230 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 Ulster University?

    Both universities teach 32 subject areas: Computer Science, Law, History, Politics & International Relations, Business Studies, Accounting, Sociology & Criminology, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Physical Geography & Climate, Psychology (General), Drama & Theatre and 20 more.

    Does Aberystwyth University or Ulster University offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and Ulster University lists 170 courses.

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

    Aberystwyth University teaches 34 subject areas that Ulster University does not, including Mathematics, Physics, Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Creative Writing, Animal Science, Ecology & Conservation, Human Geography & Environment and 26 more.

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

    Ulster University teaches 34 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Design & Fashion, Civil Engineering, Social Work, Irish Studies, Journalism, Mechanical Engineering, Music, Biomedical Sciences and 26 more.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    Ulster University170 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses