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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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University of Nottingham

Nottingham · QS World #97

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 7 datapoints

We looked at 7 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

3/7

Aberystwyth

scored higher in 3 categories

VS

4/7

Nottingham

scored higher in 4 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Nottingham leads in 4 of 7 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, courses). Aberystwyth University is ahead on TEF, established, scholarship.

Aberystwyth University vs University of Nottingham at a glance

Aberystwyth University and University of Nottingham both teach 50 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Electronic & Electrical Engineering and Mathematics. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; University of Nottingham offers 580 courses across 98 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £33,000 at University of Nottingham: Aberystwyth University is about £12,280 a year cheaper.

Of the 23 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Nottingham is higher in 23 and Aberystwyth University in 0. The widest gap is in Economics: £22,500 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £38,500 from University of Nottingham. Of the 26 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 16 and University of Nottingham in 9, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#97
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THE World
#145
#62
Guardian UK
#21
1872
Established
1881
No
Russell Group
Yes
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 Nottingham

No data
86.6%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£40,400

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
79.7%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
21.1%

International

International student share

414
580

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
5

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

    Nottingham

    98 countries · 21.1% international

    • 🇨🇳China42.6%
    • 🇮🇳India9%
    • 🇸🇦Saudi Arabia4.4%
    • 🇭🇰Hong Kong4%
    • 🇹🇷Turkey2.7%

    Subjects

    50 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 Nottingham

    Also taught at both: Business Studies, Creative Writing, Finance & Actuarial Science, Media & Film Studies, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Welsh Studies, Animal Science, Business & Management (General), Zoology & Animal Biology, Accounting, Ecology & Conservation, Environmental Sciences, Physical Geography & Climate, English Studies, History of Art & Design, Applied Psychology, Biochemistry, Management, Marketing, Veterinary Medicine, Anatomy & Pathology, Biology, English Literature, Education Studies, Geology & Earth Sciences, Information Systems & Data Science, Mental Health Nursing, Ancient Languages, French, Genetics & Genomics, English Language, Film Production & Cinematography, Adult Nursing, Counselling & Psychotherapy.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at University of Nottingham

    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 Nottingham
    £33,000

    Aberystwyth University is about £12,280 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    University of Nottingham
    £30,800

    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 Nottingham

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£36,000
      84%Satisfaction79%

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£35,500
      89%Satisfaction86%

    • Mathematics

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£33,500
      97%Satisfaction81%

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£29,500
      92%Satisfaction88%

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
      92%Satisfaction89%

    • Physics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£31,000
      91%Satisfaction88%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£34,000
      87%Satisfaction89%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£25,500
      91%Satisfaction83%

    • Economics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£38,500
      73%Satisfaction83%

    • Human Geography & Environment

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£30,500
      94%Satisfaction92%

    • Manufacturing & Production Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£33,500
      85%Satisfaction92%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£32,500
      87%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 Nottingham

    Taiwan Research Hub PhD Scholarship 2026/27

    £11,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Molson Coors Award

    50%

    Deadline: N/A

    The Witty Entrepreneurial Scholarship

    £750

    Deadline: N/A

    Hillsborough Trust Memorial Bursary

    £500

    Deadline: N/A

    PhD Scholarships

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs University of Nottingham: common questions

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

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £33,000 at University of Nottingham: Aberystwyth University is about £12,280 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 Nottingham?

    Both universities teach 50 subject areas: Computer Science, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Politics & International Relations, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, History, Physics, Law, Psychology (General), Childhood & Youth Studies, Economics, Human Geography & Environment and 38 more.

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

    Computer Science graduates earn a median £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £36,000 from University of Nottingham. Student satisfaction with teaching is 84% at Aberystwyth University and 79% at University of Nottingham. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or University of Nottingham offer more courses?

    University of Nottingham lists 580 courses on CourseOptions and Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses.

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

    Aberystwyth University teaches 16 subject areas that University of Nottingham does not, including Agriculture & Land Management, Drama & Theatre, Fine Art, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Information & Library Studies, Computing & IT, Plant Sciences, Biological Sciences (General) and 8 more.

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

    University of Nottingham teaches 48 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Biotechnology, Linguistics, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, Clinical Specialities and 40 more.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University of Nottingham580 courses · 5 scholarshipsBrowse Courses