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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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University of Winchester

Winchester · Guardian UK #106

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

Winchester

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 Winchester is ahead on established.

Aberystwyth University vs University of Winchester at a glance

Aberystwyth University and University of Winchester both teach 25 subject areas, the largest being History, Politics & International Relations and Computer Science. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; University of Winchester offers 131 courses across 42 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £16,700 at University of Winchester: University of Winchester is about £4,020 a year cheaper.

Of the 16 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Winchester is higher in 15 and Aberystwyth University in 0, with 1 about level. The widest gap is in Film Production & Cinematography: £17,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £23,500 from University of Winchester. Of the 20 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 14 and University of Winchester in 4, 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
#1201
#62
Guardian UK
#106
1872
Established
1840
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 Winchester

No data
84.2%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£28,800

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
84.9%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
5.1%

International

International student share

414
131

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

    Winchester

    25 countries · 5.1% international

    • 🇺🇸United States17.1%
    • 🇳🇴Norway15.7%
    • 🇮🇳India14.3%
    • 🇯🇵Japan8.6%
    • 🇨🇳China4.3%

    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 Winchester

    Also taught at both: English Literature, Media & Film Studies, Applied Psychology, Business & Management (General), Finance & Actuarial Science, Film Production & Cinematography, Mental Health Nursing, Adult Nursing, Management, Philosophy.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at University of Winchester

    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 Winchester
    £16,700

    University of Winchester is about £4,020 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    University of Winchester
    £17,450

    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 Winchester

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
      92%Satisfaction86%

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£22,500
      92%Satisfaction81%

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)No data
      84%Satisfaction53%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£21,000
      87%Satisfaction88%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
      87%Satisfaction84%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
      81%Satisfaction93%

    • Creative Writing

      £15,500Salary (3 years)£20,500
      93%Satisfaction84%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£22,000
      91%Satisfaction86%

    • Marketing

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
      95%Satisfaction79%

    • Accounting

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
      98%Satisfaction96%

    • Drama & Theatre

      £17,000Salary (3 years)£19,500
      92%Satisfaction90%

    • Economics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
      73%Satisfaction82%

    Showing the 12 largest of 20 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 Winchester

    Winchester Widening Participation Bursary

    £750

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs University of Winchester: common questions

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

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £16,700 at University of Winchester: University of Winchester is about £4,020 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 Winchester?

    Both universities teach 25 subject areas: History, Politics & International Relations, Computer Science, Law, Sociology & Criminology, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Creative Writing, Psychology (General), Business Studies, Marketing, Accounting, Drama & Theatre and 13 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or University of Winchester better for History?

    History graduates earn a median £19,500 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £21,000 from University of Winchester. Student satisfaction with teaching is 92% at Aberystwyth University and 86% at University of Winchester. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or University of Winchester offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and University of Winchester lists 131 courses.

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

    Aberystwyth University teaches 41 subject areas that University of Winchester does not, including Mathematics, Physics, Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Animal Science, Physical Geography & Climate, Ecology & Conservation, Human Geography & Environment and 33 more.

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

    University of Winchester teaches 17 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Archaeology, Teacher Training, Music, Theology & Religious Studies, Anthropology, Geography (General), Social Work, Children's Nursing and 9 more.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University of Winchester131 courses · 1 scholarshipBrowse Courses