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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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University of Worcester

Worcester · THE World #1501

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.

3/4

Aberystwyth

scored higher in 3 categories

VS

1/4

Worcester

scored higher in 1 category

Quick Verdict

Aberystwyth University leads in 3 of 4 categories where both have data (TEF, established, courses). University of Worcester is ahead on scholarship.

Aberystwyth University vs University of Worcester at a glance

Aberystwyth University and University of Worcester both teach 39 subject areas, the largest being Business Studies, Sport & Exercise Sciences and Computer Science. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; University of Worcester offers 305 courses across 68 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £17,200 at University of Worcester: University of Worcester is about £3,520 a year cheaper.

Of the 23 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Worcester is higher in 16 and Aberystwyth University in 7. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £24,000 from University of Worcester. Of the 28 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 15 and University of Worcester in 12, with 1 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
#1501
#62
Guardian UK
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1872
Established
1946
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 Worcester

No data
87.8%

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
85.6%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
15.1%

International

International student share

414
305

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
39

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

    Worcester

    38 countries · 15.1% international

    • 🇮🇳India50.2%
    • 🌐Nepal15.1%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria11.3%
    • 🇬🇭Ghana1.5%
    • 🇺🇸United States1.5%

    Subjects

    39 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 Worcester

    Also taught at both: Media & Film Studies, Physical Geography & Climate, Accounting, Ecology & Conservation, English Literature, Fine Art, Human Geography & Environment, Biochemistry, Marketing, Biology, Business & Management (General), Counselling & Psychotherapy, Film Production & Cinematography, Finance & Actuarial Science, English Language, Mental Health Nursing, Adult Nursing, Applied Psychology, Software Engineering, Ancient Languages, Anatomy & Pathology, Management, Philosophy, English Studies.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at University of Worcester

    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 Worcester
    £17,200

    University of Worcester is about £3,520 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    University of Worcester
    £18,900

    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 Worcester

    • Business Studies

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
      93%Satisfaction62%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£18,500
      81%Satisfaction95%

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
      84%Satisfaction92%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)No data
      87%Satisfaction90%

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£18,500
      92%Satisfaction98%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
      91%Satisfaction85%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
      87%Satisfaction89%

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£21,500
      92%Satisfaction94%

    • Education Studies

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£21,500
      83%Satisfaction90%

    • Environmental Sciences

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£22,500
      95%Satisfaction86%

    • Health Sciences & Paramedic Science

      No dataSalary (3 years)£24,500
      95%Satisfaction79%

    • Creative Writing

      £15,500Salary (3 years)£20,000
      93%Satisfaction95%

    Showing the 12 largest of 28 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 Worcester

    Molly Haughton Scholarship

    £1,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Amity Le Grange Scholarship

    £1,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Emily Bennett Scholarship

    £1,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Eva Baldwin Scholarship

    £1,000

    Deadline: N/A

    Imogen Stanley Scholarship

    £1,000

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs University of Worcester: common questions

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

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £17,200 at University of Worcester: University of Worcester is about £3,520 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 Worcester?

    Both universities teach 39 subject areas: Business Studies, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Computer Science, Law, History, Psychology (General), Mathematics, Sociology & Criminology, Politics & International Relations, Education Studies, Environmental Sciences, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science and 27 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or University of Worcester better for Business Studies?

    Business Studies graduates earn a median £23,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £23,500 from University of Worcester. Student satisfaction with teaching is 93% at Aberystwyth University and 62% at University of Worcester. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or University of Worcester offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and University of Worcester lists 305 courses.

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

    Aberystwyth University teaches 27 subject areas that University of Worcester does not, including Physics, Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Animal Science, Economics, Zoology & Animal Biology, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Astronomy & Astrophysics and 19 more.

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

    University of Worcester teaches 29 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Health & Social Care, Teacher Training, Social Work, Design & Fashion, Journalism, Medical Sciences, Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Forensic Science and 21 more.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University of Worcester305 courses · 39 scholarshipsBrowse Courses