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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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University of Warwick

Coventry · QS World #68

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.

2/6

Aberystwyth

scored higher in 2 categories

VS

4/6

Warwick

scored higher in 4 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Warwick leads in 4 of 6 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, courses). Aberystwyth University is ahead on established, scholarship.

Aberystwyth University vs University of Warwick at a glance

Aberystwyth University and University of Warwick both teach 43 subject areas, the largest being Childhood & Youth Studies, Politics & International Relations and Computer Science. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; University of Warwick offers 436 courses across 73 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £35,530 at University of Warwick: Aberystwyth University is about £14,810 a year cheaper.

Of the 21 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Warwick is higher in 21 and Aberystwyth University in 0. The widest gap is in Economics: £22,500 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £45,000 from University of Warwick. Of the 23 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Warwick is higher in 13 and Aberystwyth University in 10.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#68
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THE World
#122
#62
Guardian UK
#8
1872
Established
1965
No
Russell Group
Yes
Gold
TEF Rating
Gold

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Aberystwyth University

University of Warwick

No data
89.5%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£44,500

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
80.1%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
34%

International

International student share

414
436

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
1

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

    Warwick

    101 countries · 34% international

    • 🇨🇳China37.9%
    • 🇮🇳India16.6%
    • 🇲🇾Malaysia4.1%
    • 🇭🇰Hong Kong3.3%
    • 🇪🇸Spain2.2%

    Subjects

    43 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 Warwick

    Also taught at both: Finance & Actuarial Science, Philosophy, Biology, Business & Management (General), Creative Writing, Drama & Theatre, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Human Geography & Environment, Management, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Ancient Languages, English Studies, Environmental Sciences, French, Media & Film Studies, Biochemistry, History of Art & Design, Computing & IT, English Literature, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Spanish & Portuguese, Film Production & Cinematography, Applied Psychology, Humanities, Biological Sciences (General), English Language, Mental Health Nursing, Software Engineering.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at University of Warwick

    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 Warwick
    £35,530

    Aberystwyth University is about £14,810 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    University of Warwick
    £27,950

    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 Warwick

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£31,500
      92%Satisfaction90%

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£49,000
      84%Satisfaction85%

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£29,000
      92%Satisfaction94%

    • Mathematics

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£39,500
      97%Satisfaction93%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£35,500
      87%Satisfaction89%

    • Economics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£45,000
      73%Satisfaction93%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£27,500
      91%Satisfaction87%

    • Physics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£33,500
      91%Satisfaction88%

    • Accounting

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£41,000
      98%Satisfaction90%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£25,500
      87%Satisfaction91%

    • Education Studies

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£23,000
      83%Satisfaction90%

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£37,000
      89%Satisfaction82%

    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 Warwick

    Warwick Postgraduate Taught Sanctuary Scholarship

    See details

    Deadline: Jun 2026

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs University of Warwick: common questions

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

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £35,530 at University of Warwick: Aberystwyth University is about £14,810 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 Warwick?

    Both universities teach 43 subject areas: Childhood & Youth Studies, Politics & International Relations, Computer Science, History, Mathematics, Law, Business Studies, Economics, Psychology (General), Physics, Accounting, Sociology & Criminology and 31 more.

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

    Politics & International Relations graduates earn a median £22,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £31,500 from University of Warwick. Student satisfaction with teaching is 92% at Aberystwyth University and 90% at University of Warwick. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or University of Warwick offer more courses?

    University of Warwick lists 436 courses on CourseOptions and Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses.

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

    Aberystwyth University teaches 23 subject areas that University of Warwick does not, including Agriculture & Land Management, Animal Science, Physical Geography & Climate, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Ecology & Conservation, Zoology & Animal Biology, Fine Art, Marketing and 15 more.

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

    University of Warwick teaches 30 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including General Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, Chemistry, Classical Studies, Italian, German & Scandinavian Studies, Statistics, Civil Engineering and 22 more.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University of Warwick436 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses