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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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University of Portsmouth

Portsmouth · QS World #662

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.

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Aberystwyth

scored higher in 1 category

VS

4/5

Portsmouth

scored higher in 4 categories

Quick Verdict

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

Aberystwyth University vs University of Portsmouth at a glance

Aberystwyth University and University of Portsmouth both teach 45 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Politics & International Relations and Sociology & Criminology. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; University of Portsmouth offers 446 courses across 84 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £17,900 at University of Portsmouth: University of Portsmouth is about £2,820 a year cheaper.

Of the 31 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Portsmouth is higher in 27 and Aberystwyth University in 3, with 1 about level. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £25,500 from University of Portsmouth. Of the 37 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 24 and University of Portsmouth 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
#662
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THE World
#401
#62
Guardian UK
#55
1872
Established
1869
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 Portsmouth

No data
86.9%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£32,100

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
84.4%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
24.5%

International

International student share

414
446

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

    Portsmouth

    96 countries · 24.5% international

    • 🇮🇳India22.1%
    • 🇨🇳China11.6%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria7.8%
    • 🌐Kuwait7.1%
    • 🇵🇰Pakistan5.6%

    Subjects

    45 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 Portsmouth

    Also taught at both: Economics, Marketing, Psychology (General), Physics, Drama & Theatre, Ecology & Conservation, Finance & Actuarial Science, Physical Geography & Climate, English Literature, Environmental Sciences, Film Production & Cinematography, Human Geography & Environment, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Media & Film Studies, Ancient Languages, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Applied Psychology, Computing & IT, Counselling & Psychotherapy, English Language, Biochemistry, Biology, Geology & Earth Sciences, Information Systems & Data Science, Mental Health Nursing, Software Engineering, Adult Nursing, Anatomy & Pathology, GIS & Remote Sensing.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at University of Portsmouth

    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 Portsmouth
    £17,900

    University of Portsmouth is about £2,820 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    University of Portsmouth
    £18,600

    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 Portsmouth

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
      84%Satisfaction82%

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
      92%Satisfaction87%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
      87%Satisfaction87%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
      87%Satisfaction88%

    • Business Studies

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£27,000
      93%Satisfaction85%

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£33,500
      89%Satisfaction84%

    • Mathematics

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
      97%Satisfaction87%

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
      92%Satisfaction90%

    • Accounting

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
      98%Satisfaction93%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
      81%Satisfaction86%

    • Education Studies

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
      83%Satisfaction89%

    • Creative Writing

      £15,500Salary (3 years)£23,000
      93%Satisfaction86%

    Showing the 12 largest of 37 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 Portsmouth

    Portsmouth Football Club Partnership Scholarship

    £3,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Estée Lauder Companies - Whitman Scholarship

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

    Portsmouth Football Club Partnership Scholarship

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

    Sanctuary Language Bursary

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

    Sanctuary Scholarship

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs University of Portsmouth: common questions

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

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £17,900 at University of Portsmouth: University of Portsmouth is about £2,820 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 Portsmouth?

    Both universities teach 45 subject areas: Computer Science, Politics & International Relations, Sociology & Criminology, Law, Business Studies, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, History, Accounting, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Education Studies, Management and 33 more.

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

    Computer Science graduates earn a median £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £25,500 from University of Portsmouth. Student satisfaction with teaching is 84% at Aberystwyth University and 82% at University of Portsmouth. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or University of Portsmouth offer more courses?

    University of Portsmouth lists 446 courses on CourseOptions and Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses.

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

    Aberystwyth University teaches 21 subject areas that University of Portsmouth does not, including Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Animal Science, Zoology & Animal Biology, Fine Art, Information & Library Studies, History of Art & Design, Microbiology & Cell Biology and 13 more.

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

    University of Portsmouth teaches 39 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Building & Construction, Design & Fashion, General Engineering, Games Design & Computer Animation, Mechanical Engineering, Social Policy & Public Policy, Teacher Training, Human Resource Management and 31 more.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University of Portsmouth446 courses · 5 scholarshipsBrowse Courses