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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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University of Strathclyde

Glasgow · QS World #230

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.

1/5

Aberystwyth

scored higher in 1 category

VS

4/5

Strathclyde

scored higher in 4 categories

Quick Verdict

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

Aberystwyth University vs University of Strathclyde at a glance

Aberystwyth University and University of Strathclyde both teach 36 subject areas, the largest being Law, Mathematics and History. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; University of Strathclyde offers 541 courses across 67 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £22,750 at University of Strathclyde: Aberystwyth University is about £2,030 a year cheaper.

Of the 21 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Strathclyde is higher in 20 and Aberystwyth University in 1. The widest gap is in Economics: £22,500 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £32,000 from University of Strathclyde. Of the 23 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 13 and University of Strathclyde in 8, with 2 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#230
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THE World
#351
#62
Guardian UK
#25
1872
Established
1796
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 Strathclyde

No data
89.6%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£37,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
84%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
18.8%

International

International student share

414
541

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

    Strathclyde

    86 countries · 18.8% international

    • 🇮🇳India31%
    • 🇨🇳China10.5%
    • 🌐Kuwait4.4%
    • 🇺🇸United States4.1%
    • 🌐Oman3.8%

    Subjects

    36 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 Strathclyde

    Also taught at both: Marketing, Finance & Actuarial Science, Business & Management (General), French, Creative Writing, Media & Film Studies, Sociology & Criminology, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Biochemistry, Human Geography & Environment, Information & Library Studies, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Management, Geology & Earth Sciences, Software Engineering, Spanish & Portuguese, Information Systems & Data Science, Humanities, Mental Health Nursing, Counselling & Psychotherapy.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at University of Strathclyde

    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 Strathclyde
    £22,750

    Aberystwyth University is about £2,030 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    University of Strathclyde
    £30,250

    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 Strathclyde

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
      87%Satisfaction94%

    • Mathematics

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
      97%Satisfaction87%

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£22,000
      92%Satisfaction94%

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£25,000
      92%Satisfaction91%

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£33,500
      84%Satisfaction82%

    • Physics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
      91%Satisfaction92%

    • Business Studies

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£29,000
      93%Satisfaction81%

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£34,000
      89%Satisfaction87%

    • English Studies

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£22,000
      92%Satisfaction91%

    • Accounting

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£32,000
      98%Satisfaction93%

    • Manufacturing & Production Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£32,000
      85%Satisfaction86%

    • Education Studies

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£25,500
      83%Satisfaction90%

    Showing the 12 largest of 24 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 Strathclyde

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs University of Strathclyde: common questions

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

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £22,750 at University of Strathclyde: Aberystwyth University is about £2,030 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 Strathclyde?

    Both universities teach 36 subject areas: Law, Mathematics, History, Politics & International Relations, Computer Science, Physics, Business Studies, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, English Studies, Accounting, Childhood & Youth Studies, Manufacturing & Production Engineering and 24 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or University of Strathclyde better for Law?

    Law graduates earn a median £20,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £26,500 from University of Strathclyde. Student satisfaction with teaching is 87% at Aberystwyth University and 94% at University of Strathclyde. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or University of Strathclyde offer more courses?

    University of Strathclyde lists 541 courses on CourseOptions and Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses.

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

    Aberystwyth University teaches 30 subject areas that University of Strathclyde does not, including Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Animal Science, Physical Geography & Climate, Drama & Theatre, Ecology & Conservation, Zoology & Animal Biology, Environmental Sciences and 22 more.

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

    University of Strathclyde teaches 31 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Teacher Training, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, General Engineering, Naval Architecture, Statistics and 23 more.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University of Strathclyde541 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses