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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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University of Bath

Bath · QS World #125

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.

2/6

Aberystwyth

scored higher in 2 categories

VS

4/6

Bath

scored higher in 4 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Bath leads in 4 of 6 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, scholarship). Aberystwyth University is ahead on established, courses.

Aberystwyth University vs University of Bath at a glance

Aberystwyth University and University of Bath both teach 24 subject areas, the largest being Mathematics, Computer Science and Politics & International Relations. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; University of Bath offers 303 courses across 49 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £32,000 at University of Bath: Aberystwyth University is about £11,280 a year cheaper.

Of the 13 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Bath is higher in 13 and Aberystwyth University in 0. The widest gap is in Economics: £22,500 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £45,500 from University of Bath. Of the 15 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 9 and University of Bath in 5, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#125
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THE World
#251
#62
Guardian UK
#7
1872
Established
1966
No
Russell Group
Yes
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

University of Bath

No data
88.6%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£47,400

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
80.9%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
23.8%

International

International student share

414
303

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
25

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

    Bath

    96 countries · 23.8% international

    • 🇮🇳India15.2%
    • 🇨🇳China9.7%
    • 🇭🇰Hong Kong8.2%
    • 🇹🇭Thailand7.1%
    • 🇪🇸Spain5.2%

    Subjects

    24 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 of Bath

    Also taught at both: Physical Geography & Climate, Business & Management (General), Ancient Languages, Biology, Management, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, French, Applied Psychology.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at University of Bath

    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 of Bath
    £32,000

    Aberystwyth University is about £11,280 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    University of Bath
    £29,500

    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

    University of Bath

    • Mathematics

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£38,500
      97%Satisfaction82%

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£39,000
      84%Satisfaction85%

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£38,000
      92%Satisfaction90%

    • Physics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£35,500
      91%Satisfaction89%

    • Economics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£45,500
      73%Satisfaction86%

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£36,000
      89%Satisfaction77%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£26,000
      81%Satisfaction93%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£29,500
      87%Satisfaction87%

    • Psychology (General)

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

    • Accounting

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£40,000
      98%Satisfaction94%

    • Biochemistry

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£29,500
      95%Satisfaction83%

    • Education Studies

      £18,500Salary (3 years)No data
      83%Satisfaction89%

    Showing the 12 largest of 16 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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    University of Bath

    Alumni Fund Post Graduate Sanctuary Scholarship

    £20,780

    Deadline: N/A

    The Vice Chancellor's International Scholarships

    £12,400

    Deadline: N/A

    Bath Global Excellence Scholarship

    £10,000

    Deadline: Jun 2026

    British Council Scholarships for Women in STEM

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    GREAT Scholarships 2026

    £10,000

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs University of Bath: common questions

    Is Aberystwyth University or University of Bath cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £32,000 at University of Bath: Aberystwyth University is about £11,280 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 of Bath?

    Both universities teach 24 subject areas: Mathematics, Computer Science, Politics & International Relations, Physics, Economics, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Sociology & Criminology, Psychology (General), Accounting, Business Studies, Biochemistry and 12 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or University of Bath better for Mathematics?

    Mathematics graduates earn a median £23,500 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £38,500 from University of Bath. Student satisfaction with teaching is 97% at Aberystwyth University and 82% at University of Bath. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or University of Bath offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and University of Bath lists 303 courses.

    What can you study at Aberystwyth University but not at University of Bath?

    Aberystwyth University teaches 42 subject areas that University of Bath does not, including History, Law, Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Creative Writing, Animal Science, Drama & Theatre, Ecology & Conservation and 34 more.

    What can you study at University of Bath but not at Aberystwyth University?

    University of Bath teaches 25 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, International Development, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, Social Policy & Public Policy, Social Sciences (General) and 17 more.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University of Bath303 courses · 25 scholarshipsBrowse Courses