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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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University of Hertfordshire

Hatfield · QS World #851

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.

5/6

Aberystwyth

scored higher in 5 categories

VS

1/6

Hertfordshire

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

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

Aberystwyth University vs University of Hertfordshire at a glance

Aberystwyth University and University of Hertfordshire both teach 41 subject areas, the largest being Childhood & Youth Studies, Computer Science and Law. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; University of Hertfordshire offers 468 courses across 86 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £15,500 at University of Hertfordshire: University of Hertfordshire is about £5,220 a year cheaper.

Of the 22 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Hertfordshire is higher in 21 and Aberystwyth University in 1. The widest gap is in Sociology & Criminology: £20,500 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £28,500 from University of Hertfordshire. Of the 27 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 18 and University of Hertfordshire in 9.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#851
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THE World
#601
#62
Guardian UK
#69
1872
Established
1952
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 Hertfordshire

No data
86.4%

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
83.1%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
57.5%

International

International student share

414
468

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

    Hertfordshire

    77 countries · 57.5% international

    • 🇮🇳India44.6%
    • 🇵🇰Pakistan26.4%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria10.3%
    • 🇧🇩Bangladesh5.5%
    • 🇨🇳China1.8%

    Subjects

    41 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 Hertfordshire

    Also taught at both: Welsh Studies, Creative Writing, Accounting, Human Geography & Environment, Sociology & Criminology, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Finance & Actuarial Science, Media & Film Studies, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Ecology & Conservation, Economics, Film Production & Cinematography, Fine Art, English Literature, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Education Studies, Mental Health Nursing, Biology, Computing & IT, Software Engineering, Philosophy, English Language, Humanities, Adult Nursing, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Heritage & Conservation.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at University of Hertfordshire

    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 Hertfordshire
    £15,500

    University of Hertfordshire is about £5,220 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    University of Hertfordshire
    £18,000

    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 Hertfordshire

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£32,000
      84%Satisfaction78%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
      87%Satisfaction89%

    • Mathematics

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
      97%Satisfaction85%

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£28,500
      92%Satisfaction95%

    • Business Studies

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
      93%Satisfaction91%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£23,000
      91%Satisfaction86%

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£25,000
      92%Satisfaction97%

    • Manufacturing & Production Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£30,000
      85%Satisfaction77%

    • Health Sciences & Paramedic Science

      No dataSalary (3 years)£32,000
      95%Satisfaction89%

    • Physics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£29,000
      91%Satisfaction89%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£25,000
      81%Satisfaction82%

    • Marketing

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
      95%Satisfaction90%

    Showing the 12 largest of 27 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 Hertfordshire

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs University of Hertfordshire: common questions

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

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £15,500 at University of Hertfordshire: University of Hertfordshire is about £5,220 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 Hertfordshire?

    Both universities teach 41 subject areas: Childhood & Youth Studies, Computer Science, Law, Business & Management (General), Mathematics, Politics & International Relations, Business Studies, Psychology (General), History, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Physics and 29 more.

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

    Computer Science graduates earn a median £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £32,000 from University of Hertfordshire. Student satisfaction with teaching is 84% at Aberystwyth University and 78% at University of Hertfordshire. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or University of Hertfordshire offer more courses?

    University of Hertfordshire lists 468 courses on CourseOptions and Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses.

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

    Aberystwyth University teaches 25 subject areas that University of Hertfordshire does not, including Agriculture & Land Management, Animal Science, Physical Geography & Climate, Drama & Theatre, Zoology & Animal Biology, Information & Library Studies, Biochemistry, Geology & Earth Sciences and 17 more.

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

    University of Hertfordshire teaches 45 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Design & Fashion, Aerospace Engineering, Clinical Specialities, Biotechnology, Music, Human Resource Management, Mechanical Engineering, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning and 37 more.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University of Hertfordshire468 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses