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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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University of East London

London · QS World #1001

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.

6/6

Aberystwyth

scored higher in 6 categories

VS

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East London

scored higher in 0 categories

Quick Verdict

Aberystwyth University leads in 6 of 6 categories where both have data (ranking, TEF, established, courses, scholarship). University of East London does not lead in any category where both have data.

Aberystwyth University vs University of East London at a glance

Aberystwyth University and University of East London both teach 35 subject areas, the largest being Childhood & Youth Studies, Law and Computer Science. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; University of East London offers 386 courses across 64 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £15,560 at University of East London: University of East London is about £5,160 a year cheaper.

Of the 19 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of East London is higher in 9 and Aberystwyth University in 7, with 3 about level. The widest gap is in Software Engineering: £31,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £22,500 from University of East London. Of the 24 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 13 and University of East London in 10, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#1001
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THE World
#1001
#62
Guardian UK
#111
1872
Established
1892
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 East London

No data
89.4%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£27,000

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
78.9%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
49.4%

International

International student share

414
386

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

    East London

    76 countries · 49.4% international

    • 🇮🇳India60.2%
    • 🌐Nepal18.2%
    • 🇵🇰Pakistan9.1%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria2.8%
    • 🌐Sri Lanka1.7%

    Subjects

    35 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 East London

    Also taught at both: Marketing, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Finance & Actuarial Science, Human Geography & Environment, Media & Film Studies, Computing & IT, Film Production & Cinematography, Fine Art, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Management, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Software Engineering, Applied Psychology, Biochemistry, Information & Library Studies, Anatomy & Pathology, Geology & Earth Sciences, Information Systems & Data Science, Mental Health Nursing, Adult Nursing.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at University of East London

    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 East London
    £15,560

    University of East London is about £5,160 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    University of East London
    £17,220

    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 East London

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
      87%Satisfaction89%

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
      84%Satisfaction95%

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
      92%Satisfaction96%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
      81%Satisfaction86%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
      91%Satisfaction93%

    • Education Studies

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£18,500
      83%Satisfaction94%

    • Accounting

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
      98%Satisfaction96%

    • Business Studies

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
      93%Satisfaction92%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£19,500
      87%Satisfaction87%

    • Drama & Theatre

      £17,000Salary (3 years)£17,000
      92%Satisfaction98%

    • Economics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
      73%Satisfaction77%

    • Manufacturing & Production Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£26,500
      85%Satisfaction74%

    Showing the 12 largest of 24 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 East London

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs University of East London: common questions

    Is Aberystwyth University or University of East London cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £15,560 at University of East London: University of East London is about £5,160 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 East London?

    Both universities teach 35 subject areas: Childhood & Youth Studies, Law, Computer Science, Politics & International Relations, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Mathematics, Psychology (General), Education Studies, Business & Management (General), Accounting, Business Studies, Sociology & Criminology and 23 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or University of East London better for Law?

    Law graduates earn a median £20,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £22,500 from University of East London. Student satisfaction with teaching is 87% at Aberystwyth University and 89% at University of East London. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or University of East London offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and University of East London lists 386 courses.

    What can you study at Aberystwyth University but not at University of East London?

    Aberystwyth University teaches 31 subject areas that University of East London does not, including History, Physics, Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Creative Writing, Animal Science, Physical Geography & Climate, Ecology & Conservation and 23 more.

    What can you study at University of East London but not at Aberystwyth University?

    University of East London teaches 29 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Design & Fashion, Civil Engineering, Building & Construction, General Engineering, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Architecture, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Applied Computing and 21 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 East London386 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses