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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 Hull

Hull · QS World #575

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.

4/5

Aberystwyth

scored higher in 4 categories

VS

1/5

Hull

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

Aberystwyth University leads in 4 of 5 categories where both have data (ranking, established, courses, scholarship). University of Hull is ahead on ranking.

Aberystwyth University vs University of Hull at a glance

Aberystwyth University and University of Hull both teach 38 subject areas, the largest being Law, Computer Science and Mathematics. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; University of Hull offers 328 courses across 61 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £17,500 at University of Hull: University of Hull is about £3,220 a year cheaper.

Of the 29 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Hull is higher in 17 and Aberystwyth University in 6, with 6 about level. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £28,000 from University of Hull. Of the 33 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 22 and University of Hull 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
#575
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THE World
#501
#62
Guardian UK
#65
1872
Established
1927
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 Hull

No data
88.2%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£29,600

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
80.5%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
29.9%

International

International student share

414
328

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
3

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

    Hull

    71 countries · 29.9% international

    • 🇳🇬Nigeria18.3%
    • 🇵🇰Pakistan18.2%
    • 🇮🇳India15.6%
    • 🇨🇳China12.7%
    • 🇬🇭Ghana4.2%

    Subjects

    38 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 Hull

    Also taught at both: Sport & Exercise Sciences, Economics, Marketing, Creative Writing, Ecology & Conservation, Geology & Earth Sciences, Zoology & Animal Biology, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Drama & Theatre, Management, Software Engineering, Finance & Actuarial Science, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Biochemistry, Biology, Media & Film Studies, English Literature, Applied Psychology, English Studies, Mental Health Nursing, Philosophy, Adult Nursing.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at University of Hull

    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 Hull
    £17,500

    University of Hull is about £3,220 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    University of Hull
    £18,500

    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 Hull

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
      87%Satisfaction87%

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£28,000
      84%Satisfaction82%

    • Mathematics

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£21,500
      97%Satisfaction91%

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
      92%Satisfaction84%

    • Education Studies

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£18,500
      83%Satisfaction79%

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
      92%Satisfaction96%

    • Physics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£26,000
      91%Satisfaction97%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£21,500
      91%Satisfaction78%

    • Physical Geography & Climate

      £24,000Salary (3 years)£23,000
      96%Satisfaction92%

    • Human Geography & Environment

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
      94%Satisfaction92%

    • Accounting

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
      98%Satisfaction82%

    • Business Studies

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
      93%Satisfaction81%

    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 Hull

    GREAT Scholarship

    £10,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Alumni Postgraduate Scholarship

    20%

    Deadline: N/A

    Cost of Living Bursary 2026

    £1,500

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs University of Hull: common questions

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

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £17,500 at University of Hull: University of Hull is about £3,220 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 Hull?

    Both universities teach 38 subject areas: Law, Computer Science, Mathematics, Politics & International Relations, Education Studies, History, Physics, Psychology (General), Physical Geography & Climate, Childhood & Youth Studies, Human Geography & Environment, Accounting and 26 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or University of Hull better for Law?

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

    Does Aberystwyth University or University of Hull offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and University of Hull lists 328 courses.

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

    Aberystwyth University teaches 28 subject areas that University of Hull does not, including Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Animal Science, Fine Art, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Information & Library Studies, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Computing & IT and 20 more.

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

    University of Hull teaches 23 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Games Design & Computer Animation, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Music, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Sciences and 15 more.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University of Hull328 courses · 3 scholarshipsBrowse Courses