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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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University of Buckingham

Buckingham

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.

4/4

Aberystwyth

scored higher in 4 categories

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Buckingham

scored higher in 0 categories

Quick Verdict

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

Aberystwyth University vs University of Buckingham at a glance

Aberystwyth University and University of Buckingham both teach 22 subject areas, the largest being History, Law and Humanities. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; University of Buckingham offers 153 courses across 31 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £44,400 at University of Buckingham: Aberystwyth University is about £23,680 a year cheaper.

Of the 6 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Buckingham is higher in 6 and Aberystwyth University in 0. The widest gap is in Politics & International Relations: £22,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £30,500 from University of Buckingham. Of the 9 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Buckingham is higher in 6 and Aberystwyth University in 3.

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
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#62
Guardian UK
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1872
Established
1976
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 Buckingham

No data
86.2%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£36,500

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
88%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
26%

International

International student share

414
153

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
10

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

    Buckingham

    39 countries · 26% international

    • 🇨🇦Canada18.3%
    • 🇦🇪United Arab Emirates10%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria9.4%
    • 🇦🇺Australia8.9%
    • 🇮🇳India8.9%

    Subjects

    22 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 Buckingham

    Also taught at both: English Literature, History of Art & Design, Media & Film Studies, Computing & IT, English Studies, Management, Philosophy.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at University of Buckingham

    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 Buckingham
    £44,400

    Aberystwyth University is about £23,680 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    University of Buckingham
    £16,480

    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 Buckingham

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)No data
      92%Satisfaction96%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
      87%Satisfaction92%

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£30,500
      92%Satisfaction86%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)No data
      91%Satisfaction88%

    • Accounting

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£30,000
      98%Satisfaction93%

    • Economics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£30,500
      73%Satisfaction87%

    • Business Studies

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£30,500
      93%Satisfaction96%

    • English Literature

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£26,000
      90%Satisfaction92%

    • Computing & IT

      £31,000Salary (3 years)No data
      83%Satisfaction99%

    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 Buckingham

    Beloff Scholarship

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

    Coase Scholarship

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

    Congdon Scholarship

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

    Diversity in Computing Bursary

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

    Gregory Scholarship

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs University of Buckingham: common questions

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

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £44,400 at University of Buckingham: Aberystwyth University is about £23,680 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 Buckingham?

    Both universities teach 22 subject areas: History, Law, Humanities, Mathematics, Politics & International Relations, Childhood & Youth Studies, Computer Science, Psychology (General), Accounting, Economics, Business Studies, Business & Management (General) and 10 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or University of Buckingham better for Law?

    Law graduates earn a median £20,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £25,500 from University of Buckingham. Student satisfaction with teaching is 87% at Aberystwyth University and 92% at University of Buckingham. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or University of Buckingham offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and University of Buckingham lists 153 courses.

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

    Aberystwyth University teaches 44 subject areas that University of Buckingham does not, including Physics, Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Creative Writing, Animal Science, Physical Geography & Climate, Sociology & Criminology, Sport & Exercise Sciences and 36 more.

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

    University of Buckingham teaches 9 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Applied Computing, Social Policy & Public Policy, Medicine, Teacher Training, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Author Studies & Literary Specialisms, Biomedical Sciences, Cultural Studies and 1 more.

    Ready to explore courses?

    Browse available courses, check entry requirements, and find scholarships at each university.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University of Buckingham153 courses · 10 scholarshipsBrowse Courses