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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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University of Kent

Canterbury · QS World #415

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.

4/6

Aberystwyth

scored higher in 4 categories

VS

2/6

Kent

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

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

Aberystwyth University vs University of Kent at a glance

Aberystwyth University and University of Kent both teach 37 subject areas, the largest being Politics & International Relations, Computer Science and Mathematics. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; University of Kent offers 335 courses across 63 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £23,500 at University of Kent: Aberystwyth University is about £2,780 a year cheaper.

Of the 25 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Kent is higher in 25 and Aberystwyth University in 0. The widest gap is in Finance & Actuarial Science: £23,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £41,500 from University of Kent. Of the 27 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 21 and University of Kent in 6.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#415
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THE World
#401
#62
Guardian UK
#47
1872
Established
1965
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 Kent

No data
84%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£33,600

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
80%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
16%

International

International student share

414
335

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

    Kent

    85 countries · 16% international

    • 🇮🇳India9.9%
    • 🇨🇳China6.8%
    • 🇹🇭Thailand6.6%
    • 🇫🇷France5.7%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria5.3%

    Subjects

    37 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 Kent

    Also taught at both: Ecology & Conservation, Biology, Marketing, Applied Psychology, Drama & Theatre, Animal Science, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Biochemistry, Business & Management (General), English Literature, Environmental Sciences, Management, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Film Production & Cinematography, Media & Film Studies, Ancient Languages, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Software Engineering, French, Genetics & Genomics, English Studies, Spanish & Portuguese.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at University of Kent

    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 Kent
    £23,500

    Aberystwyth University is about £2,780 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    University of Kent
    £20,700

    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 Kent

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
      92%Satisfaction87%

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£37,000
      84%Satisfaction79%

    • Mathematics

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£32,000
      97%Satisfaction87%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£26,000
      87%Satisfaction86%

    • Economics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£32,500
      73%Satisfaction85%

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£25,000
      92%Satisfaction93%

    • Physics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£28,000
      91%Satisfaction82%

    • Finance & Actuarial Science

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£41,500
      98%Satisfaction81%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
      87%Satisfaction83%

    • Business Studies

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£28,500
      93%Satisfaction82%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
      91%Satisfaction77%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£24,500
      81%Satisfaction88%

    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 Kent

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs University of Kent: common questions

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

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £23,500 at University of Kent: Aberystwyth University is about £2,780 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 Kent?

    Both universities teach 37 subject areas: Politics & International Relations, Computer Science, Mathematics, Law, Economics, History, Physics, Finance & Actuarial Science, Sociology & Criminology, Business Studies, Psychology (General), Sport & Exercise Sciences and 25 more.

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

    Politics & International Relations graduates earn a median £22,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £25,500 from University of Kent. Student satisfaction with teaching is 92% at Aberystwyth University and 87% at University of Kent. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or University of Kent offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and University of Kent lists 335 courses.

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

    Aberystwyth University teaches 29 subject areas that University of Kent does not, including Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Physical Geography & Climate, Human Geography & Environment, Zoology & Animal Biology, Childhood & Youth Studies, Fine Art, Information & Library Studies and 21 more.

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

    University of Kent teaches 26 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Architecture, Chemistry, Cognitive & Experimental Psychology, Forensic Science, Pharmacy, Social Sciences (General), Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and 18 more.

    Ready to explore courses?

    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 Kent335 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses