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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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University of York

York · QS World #158

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

York

scored higher in 4 categories

Quick Verdict

University of York 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 York at a glance

Aberystwyth University and University of York both teach 47 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Mathematics and Politics & International Relations. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; University of York offers 532 courses across 82 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £27,500 at University of York: Aberystwyth University is about £6,780 a year cheaper.

Of the 27 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of York is higher in 27 and Aberystwyth University in 0. The widest gap is in Economics: £22,500 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £35,500 from University of York. Of the 29 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 15 and University of York in 13, with 1 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#801
QS World
#158
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THE World
#154
#62
Guardian UK
#20
1872
Established
1963
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 York

No data
87.1%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£34,700

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
80.2%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
18.6%

International

International student share

414
532

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

22
3

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

    York

    97 countries · 18.6% international

    • 🇨🇳China44.1%
    • 🇮🇳India7.2%
    • 🇺🇸United States5.7%
    • 🇭🇰Hong Kong4.3%
    • 🌐Korea (South)2.2%

    Subjects

    47 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 York

    Also taught at both: History of Art & Design, Childhood & Youth Studies, Education Studies, Environmental Sciences, Psychology (General), Creative Writing, Ecology & Conservation, Accounting, Biology, Drama & Theatre, Finance & Actuarial Science, Media & Film Studies, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Marketing, Film Production & Cinematography, French, Management, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Ancient Languages, Biochemistry, Humanities, Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Microbiology & Cell Biology, English Literature, Mental Health Nursing, Heritage & Conservation, Applied Psychology, Genetics & Genomics, Information Systems & Data Science, Adult Nursing, English Language, Spanish & Portuguese.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at University of York

    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 York
    £27,500

    Aberystwyth University is about £6,780 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    University of York
    £27,250

    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 York

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£40,000
      84%Satisfaction73%

    • Mathematics

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£28,500
      97%Satisfaction86%

    • Politics & International Relations

      £22,000Salary (3 years)£27,500
      92%Satisfaction91%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£30,500
      87%Satisfaction89%

    • History

      £19,500Salary (3 years)£25,500
      92%Satisfaction93%

    • Physics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£30,000
      91%Satisfaction89%

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£33,000
      89%Satisfaction88%

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
      87%Satisfaction90%

    • Physical Geography & Climate

      £24,000Salary (3 years)£26,000
      96%Satisfaction82%

    • English Studies

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£24,500
      92%Satisfaction89%

    • Human Geography & Environment

      £23,500Salary (3 years)£26,000
      94%Satisfaction82%

    • Economics

      £22,500Salary (3 years)£35,500
      73%Satisfaction75%

    Showing the 12 largest of 31 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 York

    Care Leavers and Estranged Students Bursary

    £3,000

    Deadline: N/A

    York Bursary

    £1,000

    Deadline: N/A

    York Futures Scholarship

    See details

    Deadline: N/A

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs University of York: common questions

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

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £27,500 at University of York: Aberystwyth University is about £6,780 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 York?

    Both universities teach 47 subject areas: Computer Science, Mathematics, Politics & International Relations, Law, History, Physics, Business & Management (General), Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Sociology & Criminology, Philosophy, Physical Geography & Climate, English Studies and 35 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or University of York better for Computer Science?

    Computer Science graduates earn a median £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £40,000 from University of York. Student satisfaction with teaching is 84% at Aberystwyth University and 73% at University of York. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or University of York offer more courses?

    University of York lists 532 courses on CourseOptions and Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses.

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

    Aberystwyth University teaches 19 subject areas that University of York does not, including Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Animal Science, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Zoology & Animal Biology, Fine Art, Information & Library Studies, Computing & IT and 11 more.

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

    University of York teaches 35 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Chemistry, Music, Archaeology, Social Policy & Public Policy, Linguistics, Biomedical Sciences, Forensic Science, German & Scandinavian Studies and 27 more.

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    Aberystwyth University414 courses · 22 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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    University of York532 courses · 3 scholarshipsBrowse Courses