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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 Lincoln

Lincoln · QS World #851

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.

3/5

Aberystwyth

scored higher in 3 categories

VS

2/5

Lincoln

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

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

Aberystwyth University vs University of Lincoln at a glance

Aberystwyth University and University of Lincoln both teach 46 subject areas, the largest being Mathematics, Computer Science and Politics & International Relations. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; University of Lincoln offers 343 courses across 81 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £18,300 at University of Lincoln: University of Lincoln is about £2,420 a year cheaper.

Of the 25 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Lincoln is higher in 18 and Aberystwyth University in 6, with 1 about level. The widest gap is in Creative Writing: £15,500 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £21,000 from University of Lincoln. Of the 32 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 19 and University of Lincoln in 12, with 1 about level.

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
#38
1872
Established
1861
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 Lincoln

No data
84.2%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£29,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
83.3%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
20.5%

International

International student share

414
343

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
21

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

    Lincoln

    47 countries · 20.5% international

    • 🇮🇳India34.9%
    • 🇵🇰Pakistan24.4%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria22.2%
    • 🇻🇳Vietnam2.4%
    • 🇨🇳China2.2%

    Subjects

    46 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 Lincoln

    Also taught at both: Agriculture & Land Management, Childhood & Youth Studies, Drama & Theatre, Ecology & Conservation, Economics, Physical Geography & Climate, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Marketing, Media & Film Studies, Business & Management (General), Fine Art, Biochemistry, Biology, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, English Literature, Film Production & Cinematography, Finance & Actuarial Science, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Philosophy, Computing & IT, Education Studies, Geology & Earth Sciences, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Applied Psychology, Heritage & Conservation, Anatomy & Pathology, Counselling & Psychotherapy, English Studies, Mental Health Nursing, Veterinary Medicine.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at University of Lincoln

    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 Lincoln
    £18,300

    University of Lincoln is about £2,420 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    University of Lincoln
    £18,800

    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 Lincoln

    • Mathematics

      £23,500Salary (3 years)No data
      97%Satisfaction88%

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£29,500
      84%Satisfaction73%

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
      92%Satisfaction92%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
      87%Satisfaction89%

    • Physics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
      91%Satisfaction89%

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
      92%Satisfaction83%

    • Animal Science

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£18,500
      90%Satisfaction94%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£23,000
      81%Satisfaction95%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£21,500
      91%Satisfaction82%

    • Business Studies

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£24,500
      93%Satisfaction83%

    • Creative Writing

      £15,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
      93%Satisfaction99%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
      87%Satisfaction73%

    Showing the 12 largest of 32 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 Lincoln

    Chevening Scholarships

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    Canada Scholarship

    £5,000

    Deadline: N/A

    European Union Scholarship

    £5,000

    Deadline: N/A

    South Asia Scholarship

    £5,000

    Deadline: N/A

    South East Asia Scholarship

    £5,000

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs University of Lincoln: common questions

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

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £18,300 at University of Lincoln: University of Lincoln is about £2,420 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 Lincoln?

    Both universities teach 46 subject areas: Mathematics, Computer Science, Politics & International Relations, Law, Physics, History, Animal Science, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Psychology (General), Business Studies, Creative Writing, Sociology & Criminology and 34 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or University of Lincoln 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 Lincoln. Student satisfaction with teaching is 84% at Aberystwyth University and 73% at University of Lincoln. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or University of Lincoln offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and University of Lincoln lists 343 courses.

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

    Aberystwyth University teaches 20 subject areas that University of Lincoln does not, including Welsh Studies, Environmental Sciences, Information & Library Studies, History of Art & Design, Ancient Languages, French, Information Systems & Data Science, Plant Sciences and 12 more.

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

    University of Lincoln teaches 35 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Chemistry, Design & Fashion, Journalism, Biomedical Sciences, Mechanical Engineering, Pharmacology, General Engineering, Architecture and 27 more.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University of Lincoln343 courses · 21 scholarshipsBrowse Courses