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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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University of South Wales

Pontypridd · QS World #1201

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.

4/5

Aberystwyth

scored higher in 4 categories

VS

1/5

South Wales

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

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

Aberystwyth University vs University of South Wales at a glance

Aberystwyth University and University of South Wales both teach 29 subject areas, the largest being Law, Psychology (General) and Business & Management (General). Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; University of South Wales offers 331 courses across 63 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £16,200 at University of South Wales: University of South Wales is about £4,520 a year cheaper.

Of the 18 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Aberystwyth University is higher in 8 and University of South Wales in 5, with 5 about level. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £19,500 from University of South Wales. Of the 21 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of South Wales is higher in 13 and Aberystwyth University in 8.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#1201
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THE World
#1201
#62
Guardian UK
#83
1872
Established
1913
No
Russell Group
No
Gold
TEF Rating
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Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.

Aberystwyth University

University of South Wales

No data
86.7%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£27,400

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
84.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
22%

International

International student share

414
331

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
23

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

    South Wales

    71 countries · 22% international

    • 🇳🇬Nigeria17.6%
    • 🇧🇩Bangladesh16.6%
    • 🇮🇳India16.1%
    • 🇵🇰Pakistan15.7%
    • 🌐Sri Lanka6.6%

    Subjects

    29 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 South Wales

    Also taught at both: Marketing, Animal Science, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Human Geography & Environment, Media & Film Studies, Education Studies, Finance & Actuarial Science, Fine Art, Software Engineering, Biology, Information Systems & Data Science, Management, English Studies, Veterinary Sciences & Nursing.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at University of South Wales

    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 South Wales
    £16,200

    University of South Wales is about £4,520 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    University of South Wales
    £17,900

    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 South Wales

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£20,000
      87%Satisfaction96%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£19,500
      91%Satisfaction90%

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£19,500
      84%Satisfaction90%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
      81%Satisfaction87%

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£19,500
      92%Satisfaction95%

    • Business Studies

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£19,000
      93%Satisfaction91%

    • Accounting

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£21,500
      98%Satisfaction90%

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£30,000
      89%Satisfaction94%

    • Health Sciences & Paramedic Science

      No dataSalary (3 years)£22,500
      95%Satisfaction97%

    • Sociology & Criminology

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

    • Drama & Theatre

      £17,000Salary (3 years)£17,500
      92%Satisfaction94%

    • Film Production & Cinematography

      £17,000Salary (3 years)£18,000
      93%Satisfaction87%

    Showing the 12 largest of 21 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 South Wales

    USW Postgraduate Refugee Sanctuary Scheme

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    USW Postgraduate Sanctuary Scholarship 2026/2027

    100%

    Deadline: Jul 2026

    USW Postgraduate Sanctuary Scholarship 2027/2028

    100%

    Deadline: Jul 2027

    USW Refugee Sanctuary Scheme

    100%

    Deadline: N/A

    Undergraduate Sanctuary Scholarship 2026/2027

    100%

    Deadline: Jul 2026

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs University of South Wales: common questions

    Is Aberystwyth University or University of South Wales cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £16,200 at University of South Wales: University of South Wales is about £4,520 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 South Wales?

    Both universities teach 29 subject areas: Law, Psychology (General), Business & Management (General), Computer Science, Sport & Exercise Sciences, History, Politics & International Relations, Business Studies, Accounting, Childhood & Youth Studies, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science and 17 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or University of South Wales better for Law?

    Law graduates earn a median £20,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £20,000 from University of South Wales. Student satisfaction with teaching is 87% at Aberystwyth University and 96% at University of South Wales. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or University of South Wales offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and University of South Wales lists 331 courses.

    What can you study at Aberystwyth University but not at University of South Wales?

    Aberystwyth University teaches 37 subject areas that University of South Wales does not, including Mathematics, Physics, Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Creative Writing, Physical Geography & Climate, Ecology & Conservation, Economics and 29 more.

    What can you study at University of South Wales but not at Aberystwyth University?

    University of South Wales teaches 34 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Healthcare Science, Aerospace Engineering, Nursing (General), Building & Construction, Design & Fashion, Teacher Training, Civil Engineering, Forensic Science and 26 more.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University of South Wales331 courses · 23 scholarshipsBrowse Courses