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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 Huddersfield

Huddersfield · QS World #521

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 5 datapoints

We looked at 5 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

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Aberystwyth

scored higher in 2 categories

VS

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Huddersfield

scored higher in 3 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Huddersfield leads in 3 of 5 categories where both have data (ranking, established). Aberystwyth University is ahead on courses, scholarship.

Aberystwyth University vs University of Huddersfield at a glance

Aberystwyth University and University of Huddersfield both teach 36 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Education Studies and Business Studies. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; University of Huddersfield offers 413 courses across 76 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £17,600 at University of Huddersfield: University of Huddersfield is about £3,120 a year cheaper.

Of the 22 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Huddersfield is higher in 10 and Aberystwyth University in 9, with 3 about level. The widest gap is in Software Engineering: £31,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £21,500 from University of Huddersfield. Of the 28 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 21 and University of Huddersfield in 7.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#521
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THE World
#501
#62
Guardian UK
#51
1872
Established
1841
No
Russell Group
No
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 Huddersfield

No data
81.8%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£27,700

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
79.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
18.2%

International

International student share

414
413

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

    Huddersfield

    49 countries · 18.2% international

    • 🇵🇰Pakistan26.6%
    • 🇮🇳India18.4%
    • 🇨🇳China16.9%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria8.9%
    • 🇧🇩Bangladesh3.5%

    Subjects

    36 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 Huddersfield

    Also taught at both: Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Drama & Theatre, Economics, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Human Geography & Environment, Biology, Fine Art, English Literature, Finance & Actuarial Science, Childhood & Youth Studies, Biochemistry, Media & Film Studies, Software Engineering, Computing & IT, Adult Nursing, Film Production & Cinematography, Mental Health Nursing, Genetics & Genomics, Counselling & Psychotherapy, English Studies.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at University of Huddersfield

    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 Huddersfield
    £17,600

    University of Huddersfield is about £3,120 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    University of Huddersfield
    £18,700

    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 Huddersfield

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£29,500
      84%Satisfaction72%

    • Education Studies

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£18,500
      83%Satisfaction93%

    • Business Studies

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
      93%Satisfaction77%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£20,000
      87%Satisfaction85%

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£20,000
      92%Satisfaction93%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£20,500
      91%Satisfaction87%

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£23,500
      89%Satisfaction75%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£19,500
      87%Satisfaction82%

    • Marketing

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
      95%Satisfaction70%

    • Accounting

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£22,000
      98%Satisfaction69%

    • Information Systems & Data Science

      £31,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
      65%Satisfaction83%

    • Health Sciences & Paramedic Science

      No dataSalary (3 years)£28,000
      95%Satisfaction84%

    Showing the 12 largest of 28 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 Huddersfield

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs University of Huddersfield: common questions

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

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £17,600 at University of Huddersfield: University of Huddersfield is about £3,120 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 Huddersfield?

    Both universities teach 36 subject areas: Computer Science, Education Studies, Business Studies, Law, History, Mathematics, Politics & International Relations, Psychology (General), Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Sociology & Criminology, Marketing, Accounting and 24 more.

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

    Computer Science graduates earn a median £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £29,500 from University of Huddersfield. Student satisfaction with teaching is 84% at Aberystwyth University and 72% at University of Huddersfield. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or University of Huddersfield offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and University of Huddersfield lists 413 courses.

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

    Aberystwyth University teaches 30 subject areas that University of Huddersfield does not, including Physics, Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Animal Science, Physical Geography & Climate, Ecology & Conservation, Zoology & Animal Biology, Environmental Sciences and 22 more.

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

    University of Huddersfield teaches 40 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Design & Fashion, Music, Chemistry, Nursing (General), Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Health & Social Care, Architecture and 32 more.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University of Huddersfield413 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses