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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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University of Sunderland

Sunderland · Guardian UK #86

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 5 categories

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Sunderland

scored higher in 0 categories

Quick Verdict

Aberystwyth University leads in 5 of 5 categories where both have data (ranking, TEF, established, courses, scholarship). University of Sunderland does not lead in any category where both have data.

Aberystwyth University vs University of Sunderland at a glance

Aberystwyth University and University of Sunderland both teach 30 subject areas, the largest being Law, Computer Science and Mathematics. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; University of Sunderland offers 193 courses across 56 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £17,500 at University of Sunderland: University of Sunderland is about £3,220 a year cheaper.

Of the 18 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Aberystwyth University is higher in 12 and University of Sunderland in 5, 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 Sunderland. Of the 25 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 15 and University of Sunderland 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
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THE World
#1501
#62
Guardian UK
#86
1872
Established
1901
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 Sunderland

No data
89.8%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£24,500

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
81.4%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
36.5%

International

International student share

414
193

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

    Sunderland

    56 countries · 36.5% international

    • 🌐Nepal29.5%
    • 🇮🇳India17.7%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria16.6%
    • 🇨🇳China7.3%
    • 🇵🇰Pakistan6.9%

    Subjects

    30 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 Sunderland

    Also taught at both: Finance & Actuarial Science, Business & Management (General), Film Production & Cinematography, Biochemistry, Geology & Earth Sciences, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Education Studies, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Applied Psychology, Software Engineering, English Studies, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Management, Mental Health Nursing, Adult Nursing.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at University of Sunderland

    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 Sunderland
    £17,500

    University of Sunderland is about £3,220 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    University of Sunderland
    £17,000

    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 Sunderland

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£19,000
      87%Satisfaction95%

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
      84%Satisfaction78%

    • Business Studies

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£20,000
      93%Satisfaction91%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£19,500
      81%Satisfaction86%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£19,000
      91%Satisfaction88%

    • Agriculture & Land Management

      £24,000Salary (3 years)No data
      92%Satisfaction97%

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£26,500
      89%Satisfaction76%

    • Accounting

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£20,000
      98%Satisfaction92%

    • Fine Art

      £16,500Salary (3 years)£16,000
      82%Satisfaction80%

    • Marketing

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£20,000
      95%Satisfaction91%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£18,500
      87%Satisfaction87%

    • Media & Film Studies

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£18,000
      95%Satisfaction93%

    Showing the 12 largest of 25 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 Sunderland

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs University of Sunderland: common questions

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

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £17,500 at University of Sunderland: University of Sunderland is about £3,220 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 Sunderland?

    Both universities teach 30 subject areas: Law, Computer Science, Mathematics, Business Studies, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Psychology (General), Agriculture & Land Management, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Accounting, Childhood & Youth Studies, Fine Art, Marketing and 18 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or University of Sunderland better for Law?

    Law graduates earn a median £20,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £19,000 from University of Sunderland. Student satisfaction with teaching is 87% at Aberystwyth University and 95% at University of Sunderland. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or University of Sunderland offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and University of Sunderland lists 193 courses.

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

    Aberystwyth University teaches 36 subject areas that University of Sunderland does not, including Politics & International Relations, History, Physics, Welsh Studies, Creative Writing, Animal Science, Physical Geography & Climate, Drama & Theatre and 28 more.

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

    University of Sunderland teaches 26 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Design & Fashion, Journalism, Chemistry, Health & Social Care, Nursing (General), Performing Arts (General), Human Resource Management and 18 more.

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    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 Sunderland193 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses