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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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University of the Arts London

London · QS World #851

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

Arts London

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

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

Aberystwyth University vs University of the Arts London at a glance

Aberystwyth University and University of the Arts London both teach 16 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Film Production & Cinematography and Drama & Theatre. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; University of the Arts London offers 183 courses across 29 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £30,890 at University of the Arts London: Aberystwyth University is about £10,170 a year cheaper.

Of the 7 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of the Arts London is higher in 5 and Aberystwyth University in 2. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £26,500 from University of the Arts London. Of the 6 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 6 and University of the Arts London in 0.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#851
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THE World
#1501
#62
Guardian UK
#52
1872
Established
1986
No
Russell Group
No
Gold
TEF Rating
Bronze

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Aberystwyth University

University of the Arts London

No data
83%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£28,500

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
80.8%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
54%

International

International student share

414
183

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

    Arts London

    84 countries · 54% international

    • 🇨🇳China55.7%
    • 🇮🇳India6%
    • 🇺🇸United States4.4%
    • 🌐Korea (South)3.9%
    • 🇭🇰Hong Kong3.3%

    Subjects

    16 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 the Arts London

    Also taught at both: Information Systems & Data Science.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at University of the Arts London

    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 the Arts London
    £30,890

    Aberystwyth University is about £10,170 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    University of the Arts London
    £30,890

    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 the Arts London

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
      84%Satisfaction80%

    • Film Production & Cinematography

      £17,000Salary (3 years)£20,500
      93%Satisfaction80%

    • Drama & Theatre

      £17,000Salary (3 years)£20,500
      92%Satisfaction76%

    • Fine Art

      £16,500Salary (3 years)£18,500
      82%Satisfaction79%

    • Marketing

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
      95%Satisfaction79%

    • Media & Film Studies

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
      95%Satisfaction80%

    • Information Systems & Data Science

      £31,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
      65%SatisfactionNo data

    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 the Arts London

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs University of the Arts London: common questions

    Is Aberystwyth University or University of the Arts London cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £30,890 at University of the Arts London: Aberystwyth University is about £10,170 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 the Arts London?

    Both universities teach 16 subject areas: Computer Science, Film Production & Cinematography, Drama & Theatre, Business Studies, Creative Writing, Fine Art, Marketing, Psychology (General), Economics, Media & Film Studies, Business & Management (General), Information & Library Studies and 4 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or University of the Arts London better for Computer Science?

    Computer Science graduates earn a median £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £26,500 from University of the Arts London. Student satisfaction with teaching is 84% at Aberystwyth University and 80% at University of the Arts London. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or University of the Arts London offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and University of the Arts London lists 183 courses.

    What can you study at Aberystwyth University but not at University of the Arts London?

    Aberystwyth University teaches 50 subject areas that University of the Arts London does not, including Mathematics, Politics & International Relations, History, Law, Physics, Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Accounting and 42 more.

    What can you study at University of the Arts London but not at Aberystwyth University?

    University of the Arts London teaches 13 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Design & Fashion, Music, Cultural Studies, Applied Computing, Games Design & Computer Animation, Journalism, Architecture, Performing Arts (General) and 5 more.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University of the Arts London183 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses