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

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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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University of Glasgow

Glasgow · QS World #80

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.

1/6

Aberystwyth

scored higher in 1 category

VS

5/6

Glasgow

scored higher in 5 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Glasgow leads in 5 of 6 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, established, courses). Aberystwyth University is ahead on scholarship.

Aberystwyth University vs University of Glasgow at a glance

Aberystwyth University and University of Glasgow both teach 54 subject areas, the largest being History, Mathematics and Law. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; University of Glasgow offers 1,022 courses across 97 subject areas.

Of the 30 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Glasgow is higher in 29 and Aberystwyth University in 1. The widest gap is in Economics: £22,500 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £34,500 from University of Glasgow. Of the 32 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 20 and University of Glasgow in 11, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#80
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THE World
#84
#62
Guardian UK
#12
1872
Established
1451
No
Russell Group
Yes
Gold
TEF Rating
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Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.

Aberystwyth University

University of Glasgow

No data
86.1%

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
81.9%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
35.9%

International

International student share

414
1022

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
4

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

    Glasgow

    121 countries · 35.9% international

    • 🇨🇳China51.9%
    • 🇺🇸United States7.4%
    • 🇮🇳India7%
    • 🌐Kuwait1.7%
    • 🇭🇰Hong Kong1.5%

    Subjects

    54 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 Glasgow

    Also taught at both: Human Geography & Environment, Philosophy, English Language, Drama & Theatre, Education Studies, Accounting, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Finance & Actuarial Science, Ancient Languages, Business Studies, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, French, Creative Writing, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Animal Science, Information & Library Studies, Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Ecology & Conservation, Childhood & Youth Studies, Environmental Sciences, Media & Film Studies, Software Engineering, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Zoology & Animal Biology, Marketing, Anatomy & Pathology, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Biochemistry, Business & Management (General), Geology & Earth Sciences, GIS & Remote Sensing, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Computing & IT, Veterinary Sciences & Nursing, Film Production & Cinematography, Genetics & Genomics, Mental Health Nursing, Veterinary Medicine.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at University of Glasgow

    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 Glasgow
    No data

    We do not have reliable international fee data for University of Glasgow yet.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    University of Glasgow
    £15,160

    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 Glasgow

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
      92%Satisfaction90%

    • Mathematics

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£30,500
      97%Satisfaction82%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
      87%Satisfaction86%

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
      92%Satisfaction88%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
      91%Satisfaction91%

    • Physics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£30,000
      91%Satisfaction83%

    • Spanish & Portuguese

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£26,000
      88%Satisfaction83%

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£32,500
      84%Satisfaction85%

    • Economics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£34,500
      73%Satisfaction79%

    • Information Systems & Data Science

      £31,000Salary (3 years)£33,500
      65%Satisfaction90%

    • English Literature

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£21,500
      90%Satisfaction93%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£23,000
      87%Satisfaction91%

    Showing the 12 largest of 33 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 Glasgow

    Minerva Scholarships

    £22,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Excellence Bursaries

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    Travel Bursaries

    £50

    Deadline: N/A

    School of Computing Science postgraduate research excellence bursaries

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs University of Glasgow: common questions

    What subjects can you study at both Aberystwyth University and University of Glasgow?

    Both universities teach 54 subject areas: History, Mathematics, Law, Politics & International Relations, Psychology (General), Management, Physics, Spanish & Portuguese, Computer Science, Economics, Information Systems & Data Science, English Literature and 42 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or University of Glasgow better for History?

    History graduates earn a median £19,500 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £23,500 from University of Glasgow. Student satisfaction with teaching is 92% at Aberystwyth University and 90% at University of Glasgow. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or University of Glasgow offer more courses?

    University of Glasgow lists 1,022 courses on CourseOptions and Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses.

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

    Aberystwyth University teaches 12 subject areas that University of Glasgow does not, including Physical Geography & Climate, Fine Art, Biology, Applied Psychology, Plant Sciences, Biological Sciences (General), Humanities, Adult Nursing and 4 more.

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

    University of Glasgow teaches 43 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Classical Studies, Eastern European Languages, Teacher Training, Theology & Religious Studies, Music, Scottish Gaelic, Social Policy & Public Policy, Archaeology and 35 more.

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    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 Glasgow1,022 courses · 4 scholarshipsBrowse Courses