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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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University Centre South Essex

Southend-on-Sea

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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University Centre South Essex

scored higher in 0 categories

Quick Verdict

Aberystwyth University leads in 4 of 4 categories where both have data (TEF, established, courses, scholarship). University Centre South Essex does not lead in any category where both have data.

Aberystwyth University vs University Centre South Essex at a glance

Aberystwyth University and University Centre South Essex both teach 13 subject areas, the largest being Psychology (General), Accounting and Drama & Theatre. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; University Centre South Essex offers 25 courses across 18 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £17,930 at University Centre South Essex: University Centre South Essex is about £2,790 a year cheaper.

Of the 7 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University Centre South Essex is higher in 5 and Aberystwyth University in 2. The widest gap is in Accounting: £23,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £19,000 from University Centre South Essex. Of the 7 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University Centre South Essex is higher in 6 and Aberystwyth University in 1.

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
—
#62
Guardian UK
—
1872
Established
2016
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

University Centre South Essex

No data
95.4%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£24,800

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
83.3%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
No data

International

International student share

414
25

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

    University Centre South Essex

    No published data on international students

      Subjects

      13 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

      University Centre South Essex

      Only at Aberystwyth University

      Only at University Centre South Essex

      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
      University Centre South Essex
      £17,930

      University Centre South Essex is about £2,790 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

      University Centre South Essex

      • Psychology (General)

        £18,500Salary (3 years)No data
        91%Satisfaction95%

      • Accounting

        £23,000Salary (3 years)£19,000
        98%SatisfactionNo data

      • Drama & Theatre

        £17,000Salary (3 years)£13,500
        92%Satisfaction100%

      • Sociology & Criminology

        £20,500Salary (3 years)£22,000
        87%Satisfaction94%

      • Sport & Exercise Sciences

        £21,000Salary (3 years)£24,500
        81%Satisfaction75%

      • Fine Art

        £16,500Salary (3 years)£18,500
        82%Satisfaction100%

      • Education Studies

        £18,500Salary (3 years)£20,000
        83%SatisfactionNo data

      • Film Production & Cinematography

        £17,000Salary (3 years)£18,500
        93%Satisfaction99%

      • Counselling & Psychotherapy

        No dataSalary (3 years)No data
        87%Satisfaction98%

      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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      University Centre South Essex

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      FAQ

      Aberystwyth University vs University Centre South Essex: common questions

      Is Aberystwyth University or University Centre South Essex cheaper for international students?

      For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £17,930 at University Centre South Essex: University Centre South Essex is about £2,790 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 University Centre South Essex?

      Both universities teach 13 subject areas: Psychology (General), Accounting, Drama & Theatre, Sociology & Criminology, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Fine Art, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Business & Management (General), Computing & IT, Education Studies, Media & Film Studies, Film Production & Cinematography and 1 more.

      Is Aberystwyth University or University Centre South Essex better for Accounting?

      Accounting graduates earn a median £23,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £19,000 from University Centre South Essex. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

      Does Aberystwyth University or University Centre South Essex offer more courses?

      Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and University Centre South Essex lists 25 courses.

      What can you study at Aberystwyth University but not at University Centre South Essex?

      Aberystwyth University teaches 53 subject areas that University Centre South Essex does not, including Mathematics, Computer Science, Politics & International Relations, History, Law, Business Studies, Physics, Welsh Studies and 45 more.

      What can you study at University Centre South Essex but not at Aberystwyth University?

      University Centre South Essex teaches 5 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Crafts & Applied Arts, Design & Fashion, Dance, Games Design & Computer Animation and Teacher Training.

      Ready to explore courses?

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      Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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      University Centre South Essex25 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses