Skip to main content

Compare any two UK universities

Select any two universities below and we'll generate an instant, data-driven comparison — rankings, salaries, student satisfaction, international community, and more.

A
Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

U
University of Exeter

Devon · QS World #136

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

Exeter

scored higher in 4 categories

Quick Verdict

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

Aberystwyth University vs University of Exeter at a glance

Aberystwyth University and University of Exeter both teach 50 subject areas, the largest being Politics & International Relations, Mathematics and Physics. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; University of Exeter offers 873 courses across 91 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £24,950 at University of Exeter: Aberystwyth University is about £4,230 a year cheaper.

Of the 25 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Exeter is higher in 24 and Aberystwyth University in 1. The widest gap is in Accounting: £23,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £43,500 from University of Exeter. Of the 30 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 19 and University of Exeter 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
#136
—
THE World
#170
#62
Guardian UK
#14
1872
Established
1922
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 Exeter

No data
87.7%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£39,800

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
82.8%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
22.2%

International

International student share

414
873

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
2

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

    Exeter

    111 countries · 22.2% international

    • 🇨🇳China25.1%
    • 🇮🇳India10.9%
    • 🇭🇰Hong Kong10%
    • 🇸🇦Saudi Arabia2.9%
    • 🇺🇸United States2.8%

    Subjects

    50 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 Exeter

    Also taught at both: Business Studies, Ecology & Conservation, Philosophy, Zoology & Animal Biology, Accounting, Media & Film Studies, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Geology & Earth Sciences, Physical Geography & Climate, Ancient Languages, Creative Writing, Childhood & Youth Studies, Drama & Theatre, Environmental Sciences, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Marketing, Anatomy & Pathology, Animal Science, Biochemistry, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Biology, Film Production & Cinematography, Management, Humanities, Information Systems & Data Science, Biological Sciences (General), Applied Psychology, Computing & IT, Education Studies, French, Genetics & Genomics, Celtic Studies, English Language, Software Engineering, Adult Nursing.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at University of Exeter

    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 Exeter
    £24,950

    Aberystwyth University is about £4,230 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    University of Exeter
    £25,550

    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 Exeter

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£30,500
      92%Satisfaction88%

    • Mathematics

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£32,500
      97%Satisfaction88%

    • Physics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£31,000
      91%Satisfaction94%

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£28,000
      92%Satisfaction92%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£32,000
      87%Satisfaction86%

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£40,500
      84%Satisfaction83%

    • Finance & Actuarial Science

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£39,000
      98%Satisfaction84%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£27,000
      87%Satisfaction91%

    • Economics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£40,000
      73%Satisfaction88%

    • English Studies

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£25,500
      92%Satisfaction92%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£27,000
      91%Satisfaction93%

    • History of Art & Design

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
      65%Satisfaction87%

    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

    View all scholarships →

    University of Exeter

    Bell Burnell Graduate Scholarship Fund

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

    Carolyn and Andrew Trevorrow Memorial Fund Travel Bursaries

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

    View all scholarships →

    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs University of Exeter: common questions

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

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £24,950 at University of Exeter: Aberystwyth University is about £4,230 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 Exeter?

    Both universities teach 50 subject areas: Politics & International Relations, Mathematics, Physics, History, Law, Computer Science, Business & Management (General), Finance & Actuarial Science, Sociology & Criminology, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Economics, English Studies and 38 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or University of Exeter better for Politics & International Relations?

    Politics & International Relations graduates earn a median £22,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £30,500 from University of Exeter. Student satisfaction with teaching is 92% at Aberystwyth University and 88% at University of Exeter. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or University of Exeter offer more courses?

    University of Exeter lists 873 courses on CourseOptions and Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses.

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

    Aberystwyth University teaches 16 subject areas that University of Exeter does not, including Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Fine Art, Astronomy & Astrophysics, English Literature, Information & Library Studies, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Plant Sciences and 8 more.

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

    University of Exeter teaches 41 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Classical Studies, General Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, Civil Engineering, Theology & Religious Studies, Archaeology, Chemical Engineering, Geography (General) and 33 more.

    Ready to explore courses?

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

    A
    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
    U
    University of Exeter873 courses · 2 scholarshipsBrowse Courses