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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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University of Roehampton

London · QS World #1001

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.

5/6

Aberystwyth

scored higher in 5 categories

VS

1/6

Roehampton

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

Aberystwyth University leads in 5 of 6 categories where both have data (ranking, TEF, courses, scholarship). University of Roehampton is ahead on established.

Aberystwyth University vs University of Roehampton at a glance

Aberystwyth University and University of Roehampton both teach 31 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Law and Psychology (General). Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; University of Roehampton offers 296 courses across 56 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £16,950 at University of Roehampton: University of Roehampton is about £3,770 a year cheaper.

Of the 15 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Roehampton is higher in 15 and Aberystwyth University in 0. The widest gap is in English Studies: £18,500 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £26,000 from University of Roehampton. Of the 22 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 17 and University of Roehampton in 5.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#1001
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THE World
#801
#62
Guardian UK
#77
1872
Established
1841
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 Roehampton

No data
85%

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
79.1%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
46.5%

International

International student share

414
296

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

    Roehampton

    60 countries · 46.5% international

    • 🇮🇳India45.8%
    • 🌐Nepal20.6%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria9.4%
    • 🇵🇰Pakistan5.6%
    • 🇨🇳China2.6%

    Subjects

    31 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 Roehampton

    Also taught at both: Media & Film Studies, Zoology & Animal Biology, Ecology & Conservation, Finance & Actuarial Science, English Literature, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Software Engineering, Applied Psychology, Computing & IT, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Film Production & Cinematography, Biological Sciences (General), Mental Health Nursing, Adult Nursing, English Studies, Management.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at University of Roehampton

    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 Roehampton
    £16,950

    University of Roehampton is about £3,770 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    University of Roehampton
    £11,250

    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 Roehampton

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)No data
      84%Satisfaction78%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)No data
      87%Satisfaction71%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
      91%Satisfaction83%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
      87%Satisfaction81%

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
      92%Satisfaction84%

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
      92%Satisfaction98%

    • Business Studies

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
      93%Satisfaction89%

    • Accounting

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£29,000
      98%Satisfaction88%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
      81%Satisfaction94%

    • Education Studies

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£21,500
      83%Satisfaction94%

    • Marketing

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
      95%SatisfactionNo data

    • Economics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
      73%Satisfaction82%

    Showing the 12 largest of 23 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 Roehampton

    Fulbright-University of Roehampton Postgraduate Award in Dance

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    Academic Excellence Scholarship

    £3,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Southlands College Teaching Scholarships

    £2,500

    Deadline: N/A

    Care Leaver Bursary

    £2,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Undergraduate Travel Bursary

    £40

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs University of Roehampton: common questions

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

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £16,950 at University of Roehampton: University of Roehampton is about £3,770 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 Roehampton?

    Both universities teach 31 subject areas: Computer Science, Law, Psychology (General), Business & Management (General), Sociology & Criminology, Politics & International Relations, History, Business Studies, Accounting, Childhood & Youth Studies, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Creative Writing and 19 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or University of Roehampton better for Psychology (General)?

    Psychology (General) graduates earn a median £18,500 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £23,500 from University of Roehampton. Student satisfaction with teaching is 91% at Aberystwyth University and 83% at University of Roehampton. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or University of Roehampton offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and University of Roehampton lists 296 courses.

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

    Aberystwyth University teaches 35 subject areas that University of Roehampton does not, including Mathematics, Physics, Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Animal Science, Physical Geography & Climate, Drama & Theatre, Human Geography & Environment and 27 more.

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

    University of Roehampton teaches 25 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Civil Engineering, Dance, Biomedical Sciences, Games Design & Computer Animation, Building & Construction, Design & Fashion, Architecture, Human Resource Management and 17 more.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University of Roehampton296 courses · 5 scholarshipsBrowse Courses