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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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University of Brighton

Brighton · QS World #901

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.

4/5

Aberystwyth

scored higher in 4 categories

VS

1/5

Brighton

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

Aberystwyth University leads in 4 of 5 categories where both have data (ranking, TEF, courses). University of Brighton is ahead on established.

Aberystwyth University vs University of Brighton at a glance

Aberystwyth University and University of Brighton both teach 44 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Business Studies and Politics & International Relations. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; University of Brighton offers 255 courses across 71 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £17,250 at University of Brighton: University of Brighton is about £3,470 a year cheaper.

Of the 25 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Brighton is higher in 22 and Aberystwyth University in 3. The widest gap is in Finance & Actuarial Science: £23,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £36,000 from University of Brighton. Of the 30 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 19 and University of Brighton in 9, with 2 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#901
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THE World
#601
#62
Guardian UK
#68
1872
Established
1858
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 of Brighton

No data
84.1%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£32,800

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
84.4%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
14.3%

International

International student share

414
255

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
22

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

    Brighton

    93 countries · 14.3% international

    • 🇮🇳India12.1%
    • 🇨🇳China7.2%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria5%
    • 🇺🇸United States5%
    • 🇪🇬Egypt3.6%

    Subjects

    44 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 Brighton

    Also taught at both: Finance & Actuarial Science, Fine Art, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Marketing, Physical Geography & Climate, Business & Management (General), Economics, Environmental Sciences, Biology, Applied Psychology, English Literature, Media & Film Studies, Film Production & Cinematography, History of Art & Design, Computing & IT, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Education Studies, Geology & Earth Sciences, Humanities, Information Systems & Data Science, Mental Health Nursing, Software Engineering, Anatomy & Pathology, Biological Sciences (General), Management, Adult Nursing, GIS & Remote Sensing, Philosophy.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at University of Brighton

    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 Brighton
    £17,250

    University of Brighton is about £3,470 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    University of Brighton
    £18,790

    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 Brighton

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£28,000
      84%Satisfaction81%

    • Business Studies

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
      93%Satisfaction78%

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
      92%Satisfaction90%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
      87%Satisfaction88%

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
      92%Satisfaction86%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
      81%Satisfaction85%

    • Accounting

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
      98%Satisfaction77%

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£31,000
      89%Satisfaction87%

    • Human Geography & Environment

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£26,000
      94%Satisfaction86%

    • Creative Writing

      £15,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
      93%Satisfaction92%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£23,000
      91%Satisfaction88%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
      87%Satisfaction82%

    Showing the 12 largest of 30 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 Brighton

    Ruby Lee Progression scholarship

    100%

    Deadline: Jun 2026

    University of Brighton outreach progression scholarships

    £6,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Royal Town Planning Institute scholarship

    £5,000

    Deadline: Jun 2026

    Vice-Chancellor Scholarships

    £4,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Widening Access Bursary

    £3,000

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs University of Brighton: common questions

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

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £17,250 at University of Brighton: University of Brighton is about £3,470 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 Brighton?

    Both universities teach 44 subject areas: Computer Science, Business Studies, Politics & International Relations, Childhood & Youth Studies, Mathematics, Law, History, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Accounting, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Human Geography & Environment, Creative Writing and 32 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or University of Brighton better for Computer Science?

    Computer Science graduates earn a median £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £28,000 from University of Brighton. Student satisfaction with teaching is 84% at Aberystwyth University and 81% at University of Brighton. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or University of Brighton offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and University of Brighton lists 255 courses.

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

    Aberystwyth University teaches 22 subject areas that University of Brighton does not, including Physics, Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Animal Science, Drama & Theatre, Zoology & Animal Biology, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Information & Library Studies and 14 more.

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

    University of Brighton teaches 27 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Design & Fashion, Civil Engineering, Building & Construction, Architecture, Pharmacy, Aerospace Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, General Engineering and 19 more.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University of Brighton255 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses