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Aberystwyth University

Aberystwyth · QS World #801

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Wrexham University

Wrexham · Guardian UK #110

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.

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Aberystwyth

scored higher in 4 categories

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Wrexham

scored higher in 0 categories

Quick Verdict

Aberystwyth University leads in 4 of 4 categories where both have data (ranking, established, courses, scholarship). Wrexham University does not lead in any category where both have data.

Aberystwyth University vs Wrexham University at a glance

Aberystwyth University and Wrexham University both teach 25 subject areas, the largest being Computer Science, Law and Sport & Exercise Sciences. Aberystwyth University offers 414 courses across 66 subject areas; Wrexham University offers 159 courses across 52 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £12,750 at Wrexham University: Wrexham University is about £7,970 a year cheaper.

Of the 12 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, Aberystwyth University is higher in 11 and Wrexham University in 1. The widest gap is in Computer Science: £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, against £23,000 from Wrexham University. Of the 17 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, Aberystwyth University is higher in 12 and Wrexham University in 5.

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
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#62
Guardian UK
#110
1872
Established
1887
No
Russell Group
No
Gold
TEF Rating
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Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

Aberystwyth University

Wrexham University

No data
86.9%

Satisfaction

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

No data
£24,800

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

No data
81.9%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

No data
22.9%

International

International student share

414
159

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

    Wrexham

    19 countries · 22.9% international

    • 🇮🇳India66.8%
    • 🇩🇪Germany7.7%
    • 🇳🇬Nigeria7.7%
    • 🇧🇩Bangladesh7.4%
    • 🇵🇰Pakistan1.8%

    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

    Wrexham University

    Also taught at both: Film Production & Cinematography, Media & Film Studies, Adult Nursing, Software Engineering, Computing & IT, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Management, Applied Psychology, Mental Health Nursing, Veterinary Sciences & Nursing.

    Only at Aberystwyth University

    Only at Wrexham University

    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
    Wrexham University
    £12,750

    Wrexham University is about £7,970 a year cheaper.

    Postgraduate

    Aberystwyth University
    No data
    Wrexham University
    £12,500

    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

    Wrexham University

    • Computer Science

      £34,000Salary (3 years)£23,000
      84%Satisfaction60%

    • Law

      £20,000Salary (3 years)No data
      87%Satisfaction85%

    • Sport & Exercise Sciences

      £21,000Salary (3 years)£20,500
      81%Satisfaction95%

    • Psychology (General)

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£15,500
      91%Satisfaction88%

    • Accounting

      £23,000Salary (3 years)£19,500
      98%Satisfaction81%

    • Animal Science

      £20,000Salary (3 years)£18,000
      90%SatisfactionNo data

    • Sociology & Criminology

      £20,500Salary (3 years)£22,000
      87%Satisfaction96%

    • Electronic & Electrical Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£41,500
      89%Satisfaction75%

    • Fine Art

      £16,500Salary (3 years)£15,500
      82%Satisfaction100%

    • Health Sciences & Paramedic Science

      No dataSalary (3 years)£19,500
      95%Satisfaction91%

    • Education Studies

      £18,500Salary (3 years)£17,000
      83%Satisfaction95%

    • Manufacturing & Production Engineering

      No dataSalary (3 years)£41,500
      85%Satisfaction75%

    Showing the 12 largest of 19 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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    Wrexham University

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    FAQ

    Aberystwyth University vs Wrexham University: common questions

    Is Aberystwyth University or Wrexham University cheaper for international students?

    For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,720 a year at Aberystwyth University and £12,750 at Wrexham University: Wrexham University is about £7,970 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 Wrexham University?

    Both universities teach 25 subject areas: Computer Science, Law, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Business Studies, Psychology (General), Accounting, Animal Science, Sociology & Criminology, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Fine Art, Business & Management (General), Childhood & Youth Studies and 13 more.

    Is Aberystwyth University or Wrexham University better for Computer Science?

    Computer Science graduates earn a median £34,000 three years after graduating from Aberystwyth University, and £23,000 from Wrexham University. Student satisfaction with teaching is 84% at Aberystwyth University and 60% at Wrexham University. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

    Does Aberystwyth University or Wrexham University offer more courses?

    Aberystwyth University lists 414 courses on CourseOptions and Wrexham University lists 159 courses.

    What can you study at Aberystwyth University but not at Wrexham University?

    Aberystwyth University teaches 41 subject areas that Wrexham University does not, including Mathematics, Politics & International Relations, History, Physics, Welsh Studies, Agriculture & Land Management, Creative Writing, Physical Geography & Climate and 33 more.

    What can you study at Wrexham University but not at Aberystwyth University?

    Wrexham University teaches 27 subject areas that Aberystwyth University does not, including Games Design & Computer Animation, Building & Construction, Social Work, Biomedical Sciences, Creative Arts (General), Design & Fashion, Health & Social Care, Forensic Science and 19 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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    Wrexham University159 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses