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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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University of West London

London · Guardian UK #108

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.

4/5

Aberystwyth

scored higher in 4 categories

VS

1/5

West London

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

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

Aberystwyth University vs University of West London at a glance

Aberystwyth University and University of West London both teach 33 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Law and Business Studies. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; University of West London offers 338 courses across 68 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £16,750 at University of West London: University of West London is about £3,970 a year cheaper.

Of the 17 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of West London is higher in 10 and Aberystwyth University in 6, with 1 about level. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £28,000 from University of West London. Of the 23 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 13 and University of West London in 6, with 4 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
#1201
#62
Guardian UK
#108
1872
Established
1860
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 West London

No data
88.2%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£29,600

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
78.4%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
27.1%

International

International student share

414
338

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 London

    64 countries · 27.1% international

    • 🇮🇳India47.8%
    • 🌐Nepal33.1%
    • 🇨🇳China2%
    • 🇺🇸United States1.8%
    • 🇵🇰Pakistan1.6%

    Subjects

    33 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 West London

    Also taught at both: Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Marketing, Biological Sciences (General), Finance & Actuarial Science, Genetics & Genomics, Adult Nursing, Childhood & Youth Studies, Education Studies, Biochemistry, Film Production & Cinematography, Information & Library Studies, Business & Management (General), Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Software Engineering, Computing & IT, Applied Psychology, Mental Health Nursing, Management.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at University of West 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 West London
    £16,750

    University of West London is about £3,970 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    University of West London
    £17,250

    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 West London

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£28,000
      84%Satisfaction85%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
      87%Satisfaction85%

    • Business Studies

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
      93%Satisfaction88%

    • Mathematics

      £23,500Salary (3 years)No data
      97%Satisfaction92%

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
      92%Satisfaction88%

    • Drama & Theatre

      £17,000Salary (3 years)£18,500
      92%Satisfaction92%

    • Physics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
      91%Satisfaction90%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£21,500
      91%Satisfaction91%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£24,500
      87%Satisfaction88%

    • Accounting

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
      98%Satisfaction96%

    • Creative Writing

      £15,500Salary (3 years)No data
      93%Satisfaction75%

    • Information Systems & Data Science

      £31,000Salary (3 years)£33,000
      65%Satisfaction85%

    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 West London

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs University of West London: common questions

    Is Aberystwyth University or University of West London cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £16,750 at University of West London: University of West London is about £3,970 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 West London?

    Both universities teach 33 subject areas: Computer Science, Law, Business Studies, Mathematics, Politics & International Relations, Drama & Theatre, Physics, Psychology (General), Sociology & Criminology, Accounting, Creative Writing, Information Systems & Data Science and 21 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or University of West London better for Computer Science?

    Computer Science graduates earn a median £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £28,000 from University of West London. Student satisfaction with teaching is 84% at Aberystwyth University and 85% at University of West London. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or University of West London offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and University of West London lists 338 courses.

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

    Aberystwyth University teaches 33 subject areas that University of West London does not, including History, Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Animal Science, Physical Geography & Climate, Ecology & Conservation, Human Geography & Environment, Zoology & Animal Biology and 25 more.

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

    University of West London teaches 35 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Music, Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Design & Fashion, Civil Engineering, Building & Construction, Games Design & Computer Animation, Aerospace Engineering, Learning Disabilities Nursing and 27 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 West London338 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses