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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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University of Stirling

Stirling · QS World #560

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.

3/5

Aberystwyth

scored higher in 3 categories

VS

2/5

Stirling

scored higher in 2 categories

Quick Verdict

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

Aberystwyth University vs University of Stirling at a glance

Aberystwyth University and University of Stirling both teach 39 subject areas, the largest being Politics & International Relations, Mathematics and Psychology (General). Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; University of Stirling offers 254 courses across 60 subject areas.

Of the 23 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Stirling is higher in 18 and Aberystwyth University in 2, with 3 about level. The widest gap is in Economics: £22,500 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £29,000 from University of Stirling. Of the 26 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 16 and University of Stirling in 10.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#560
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THE World
#501
#62
Guardian UK
#50
1872
Established
1967
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 Stirling

No data
85%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£31,000

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
80.5%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
18.4%

International

International student share

414
254

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
0

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

    Stirling

    75 countries · 18.4% international

    • 🇮🇳India17.1%
    • 🇵🇰Pakistan15%
    • 🇺🇸United States13.6%
    • 🇨🇳China7.6%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria5.8%

    Subjects

    39 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 Stirling

    Also taught at both: Finance & Actuarial Science, Physical Geography & Climate, French, Marketing, Animal Science, Childhood & Youth Studies, Ecology & Conservation, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, English Studies, Human Geography & Environment, Biology, Business & Management (General), Education Studies, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Applied Psychology, Humanities, Information Systems & Data Science, Mental Health Nursing, Philosophy, Adult Nursing, Software Engineering, Spanish & Portuguese, Veterinary Medicine, Management.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at University of Stirling

    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 Stirling
    No data

    We do not have reliable international fee data for University of Stirling 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 Stirling

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
      92%Satisfaction93%

    • Mathematics

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
      97%Satisfaction73%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
      91%Satisfaction87%

    • Business Studies

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£26,000
      93%Satisfaction80%

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£23,000
      92%Satisfaction94%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
      87%Satisfaction86%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
      87%Satisfaction86%

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£30,500
      84%Satisfaction68%

    • Accounting

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
      98%Satisfaction85%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
      81%Satisfaction84%

    • Economics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£29,000
      73%Satisfaction92%

    • Media & Film Studies

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£19,500
      95%Satisfaction84%

    Showing the 12 largest of 28 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 Stirling

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs University of Stirling: common questions

    What subjects can you study at both Aberystwyth University and University of Stirling?

    Both universities teach 39 subject areas: Politics & International Relations, Mathematics, Psychology (General), Business Studies, History, Law, Sociology & Criminology, Computer Science, Accounting, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Economics, Media & Film Studies and 27 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or University of Stirling better for Politics & International Relations?

    Politics & International Relations graduates earn a median £22,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £22,500 from University of Stirling. Student satisfaction with teaching is 92% at Aberystwyth University and 93% at University of Stirling. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or University of Stirling offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and University of Stirling lists 254 courses.

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

    Aberystwyth University teaches 27 subject areas that University of Stirling does not, including Physics, Welsh Studies, Drama & Theatre, Zoology & Animal Biology, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Fine Art, Astronomy & Astrophysics, English Literature and 19 more.

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

    University of Stirling teaches 21 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Journalism, Teacher Training, Human Resource Management, Planning & Housing, Publishing, Social Work, Applied Computing, Business Information Systems and 13 more.

    Ready to explore courses?

    Browse available courses, check entry requirements, and find scholarships at each university.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University of Stirling254 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses