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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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University of Plymouth

Plymouth · QS World #691

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.

2/5

Aberystwyth

scored higher in 2 categories

VS

3/5

Plymouth

scored higher in 3 categories

Quick Verdict

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

Aberystwyth University vs University of Plymouth at a glance

Aberystwyth University and University of Plymouth both teach 41 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Mathematics and Law. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; University of Plymouth offers 310 courses across 78 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £19,200 at University of Plymouth: University of Plymouth is about £1,520 a year cheaper.

Of the 25 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Plymouth is higher in 20 and Aberystwyth University in 3, with 2 about level. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £28,000 from University of Plymouth. Of the 29 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 17 and University of Plymouth in 11, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#691
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THE World
#501
#62
Guardian UK
#56
1872
Established
1862
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 Plymouth

No data
86.6%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£30,300

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
84.2%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
11.9%

International

International student share

414
310

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
10

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

    Plymouth

    71 countries · 11.9% international

    • 🇳🇬Nigeria14.6%
    • 🇨🇳China12.2%
    • 🇮🇳India11%
    • 🇭🇰Hong Kong4.7%
    • 🌐Sri Lanka3.3%

    Subjects

    41 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 Plymouth

    Also taught at both: Human Geography & Environment, Accounting, Economics, Environmental Sciences, Zoology & Animal Biology, Childhood & Youth Studies, Drama & Theatre, Marketing, Finance & Actuarial Science, Fine Art, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Adult Nursing, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Education Studies, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, English Studies, Film Production & Cinematography, Management, Biology, Media & Film Studies, Mental Health Nursing, Software Engineering, Applied Psychology, Biological Sciences (General), Anatomy & Pathology, Heritage & Conservation.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at University of Plymouth

    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 Plymouth
    £19,200

    University of Plymouth is about £1,520 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    University of Plymouth
    £19,500

    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 Plymouth

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£28,000
      84%Satisfaction72%

    • Mathematics

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£25,000
      97%Satisfaction86%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£21,500
      87%Satisfaction84%

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
      92%Satisfaction86%

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£20,500
      92%Satisfaction94%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£21,500
      91%Satisfaction84%

    • Business Studies

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
      93%Satisfaction74%

    • Geology & Earth Sciences

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£24,500
      96%Satisfaction91%

    • Ecology & Conservation

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£20,500
      93%Satisfaction94%

    • Physical Geography & Climate

      £24,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
      96%Satisfaction94%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
      87%Satisfaction83%

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£32,000
      89%Satisfaction91%

    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 Plymouth

    GREAT Scholarships

    £10,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Sanctuary Scholarships

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    International Undergraduate Welcome to Plymouth Scholarship

    £6,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Tamar Engineering Project

    £4,500

    Deadline: Jun 2026

    International Postgraduate Welcome to Plymouth Scholarship

    £4,000

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs University of Plymouth: common questions

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

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £19,200 at University of Plymouth: University of Plymouth is about £1,520 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 Plymouth?

    Both universities teach 41 subject areas: Computer Science, Mathematics, Law, Politics & International Relations, History, Psychology (General), Business Studies, Geology & Earth Sciences, Business & Management (General), Ecology & Conservation, Physical Geography & Climate, Sociology & Criminology and 29 more.

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

    Computer Science graduates earn a median £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £28,000 from University of Plymouth. Student satisfaction with teaching is 84% at Aberystwyth University and 72% at University of Plymouth. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or University of Plymouth offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and University of Plymouth lists 310 courses.

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

    Aberystwyth University teaches 25 subject areas that University of Plymouth does not, including Physics, Welsh Studies, Animal Science, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Astronomy & Astrophysics, English Literature, Information & Library Studies, Biochemistry and 17 more.

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

    University of Plymouth teaches 37 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Design & Fashion, Biomedical Sciences, Civil Engineering, Nutrition & Dietetics, Dentistry, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Marine Engineering & Technology, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation and 29 more.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University of Plymouth310 courses · 10 scholarshipsBrowse Courses