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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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University of the West of Scotland

Paisley · Guardian UK #115

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 4 datapoints

We looked at 4 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 4 categories

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West of Scotland

scored higher in 0 categories

Quick Verdict

Aberystwyth University leads in 4 of 4 categories where both have data (ranking, established, courses, scholarship). University of the West of Scotland does not lead in any category where both have data.

Aberystwyth University vs University of the West of Scotland at a glance

Aberystwyth University and University of the West of Scotland both teach 25 subject areas, the largest being Business Studies, Mathematics and Politics & International Relations. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; University of the West of Scotland offers 119 courses across 49 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £15,500 at University of the West of Scotland: University of the West of Scotland is about £5,220 a year cheaper.

Of the 8 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Aberystwyth University is higher in 3 and University of the West of Scotland in 3, with 2 about level. The widest gap is in Sociology & Criminology: £20,500 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £23,000 from University of the West of Scotland. Of the 10 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 5 and University of the West of Scotland in 5.

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
#601
#62
Guardian UK
#115
1872
Established
1897
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 the West of Scotland

No data
89%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£31,134.9

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
81.8%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
30.3%

International

International student share

414
119

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

    West of Scotland

    33 countries · 30.3% international

    • 🇵🇰Pakistan36.2%
    • 🌐Nepal20.4%
    • 🇮🇳India19.3%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria7.4%
    • 🇧🇩Bangladesh5.3%

    Subjects

    25 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 West of Scotland

    Also taught at both: Marketing, Applied Psychology, Business & Management (General), Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Media & Film Studies, Biology, Education Studies, Mental Health Nursing, Adult Nursing, English Language.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at University of the West of Scotland

    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 West of Scotland
    £15,500

    University of the West of Scotland is about £5,220 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    University of the West of Scotland
    £16,280

    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 West of Scotland

    • Business Studies

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
      93%Satisfaction75%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
      87%SatisfactionNo data

    • Physics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£23,000
      91%Satisfaction95%

    • Accounting

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
      98%Satisfaction86%

    • Sociology & Criminology

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

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
      81%Satisfaction91%

    • Zoology & Animal Biology

      £19,000Salary (3 years)£19,000
      89%SatisfactionNo data

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£26,500
      89%Satisfaction80%

    • Health Sciences & Paramedic Science

      No dataSalary (3 years)£24,500
      95%Satisfaction99%

    • Biology

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£20,500
      77%Satisfaction99%

    • Education Studies

      £18,500Salary (3 years)No data
      83%Satisfaction96%

    • Mental Health Nursing

      No dataSalary (3 years)£28,500
      97%Satisfaction91%

    Showing the 12 largest of 13 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 the West of Scotland

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs University of the West of Scotland: common questions

    Is Aberystwyth University or University of the West of Scotland cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £15,500 at University of the West of Scotland: University of the West of Scotland is about £5,220 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 the West of Scotland?

    Both universities teach 25 subject areas: Business Studies, Mathematics, Politics & International Relations, Law, Physics, Accounting, Psychology (General), Sociology & Criminology, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Childhood & Youth Studies, Zoology & Animal Biology, Human Geography & Environment and 13 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or University of the West of Scotland better for Business Studies?

    Business Studies graduates earn a median £23,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £21,000 from University of the West of Scotland. Student satisfaction with teaching is 93% at Aberystwyth University and 75% at University of the West of Scotland. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or University of the West of Scotland offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and University of the West of Scotland lists 119 courses.

    What can you study at Aberystwyth University but not at University of the West of Scotland?

    Aberystwyth University teaches 41 subject areas that University of the West of Scotland does not, including Computer Science, History, Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Creative Writing, Animal Science, Physical Geography & Climate, Drama & Theatre and 33 more.

    What can you study at University of the West of Scotland but not at Aberystwyth University?

    University of the West of Scotland teaches 24 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Teacher Training, Applied Computing, Business Information Systems, Chemistry, General Engineering, Social Sciences (General), Social Work, Aerospace Engineering and 16 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 the West of Scotland119 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses