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Birmingham · QS World #416
Glasgow
Head-to-Head Summary
Based on 7 datapoints
We looked at 7 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.
3/7
Aston
scored higher in 3 categories
4/7
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
scored higher in 4 categories
Quick Verdict
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland leads in 4 of 7 categories where both have data (established, satisfaction, international, scholarship). Aston University, Birmingham is ahead on employment, graduate salary, courses.
Aston University, Birmingham vs Royal Conservatoire of Scotland at a glance
Aston University, Birmingham and Royal Conservatoire of Scotland both teach 2 subject areas, the largest being Management and Media & Film Studies. Aston University, Birmingham offers 169 courses across 51 subject areas; Royal Conservatoire of Scotland offers 72 courses across 8 subject areas.
For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £22,580 a year at Aston University, Birmingham and £28,920 at Royal Conservatoire of Scotland: Aston University, Birmingham is about £6,340 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £24,000 a year at Aston University, Birmingham and £28,400 at Royal Conservatoire of Scotland: Aston University, Birmingham is about £4,400 a year cheaper.
World & National Rankings
Compare world and national league table positions, TEF ratings, and Russell Group membership.
Visual Breakdown
Key metrics at a glance
Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.
Aston University, Birmingham
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
Satisfaction
Student satisfaction with teaching (NSS Survey, out of 100%)
Graduate Salaries (5y)
Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation
Employment
Graduate employment rate
International
International student share
Course Counts
Number of courses offered
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.
Aston
67 countries · 22.1% international
- 🇮🇳India40.8%
- 🇳🇬Nigeria10.2%
- 🇵🇰Pakistan5.9%
- 🌐Kuwait4.2%
- 🇻🇳Vietnam4%
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
23 countries · 26% international
- 🇨🇳China26.6%
- 🇺🇸United States18.8%
- 🇺🇦Ukraine6.2%
- 🇦🇺Australia4.7%
- 🇮🇪Ireland4.7%
Subjects
2 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.
Aston University, Birmingham
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
Management
Media & Film Studies
Only at Aston University, Birmingham
Only at Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
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
- Aston University, Birmingham
- £22,580
- Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
- £28,920
Aston University, Birmingham is about £6,340 a year cheaper.
Postgraduate
- Aston University, Birmingham
- £24,000
- Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
- £28,400
Aston University, Birmingham is about £4,400 a year cheaper.
Scholarships for International Students
ExclusiveAston University, Birmingham
View all scholarships →Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
WM Mann Scholarship for Postgraduate Indonesian Students
75%
Deadline: N/A
Cowrie Scholarship Foundation
See details
Deadline: N/A
James McAvoy Drama Scholarship
See details
Deadline: N/A
Pamella Dow Scholarship
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Deadline: N/A
Pauline Knowles Scholarship
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Deadline: N/A
FAQ
Aston University, Birmingham vs Royal Conservatoire of Scotland: common questions
Is Aston University, Birmingham or Royal Conservatoire of Scotland cheaper for international students?
For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £22,580 a year at Aston University, Birmingham and £28,920 at Royal Conservatoire of Scotland: Aston University, Birmingham is about £6,340 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £24,000 a year at Aston University, Birmingham and £28,400 at Royal Conservatoire of Scotland: Aston University, Birmingham is about £4,400 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 Aston University, Birmingham and Royal Conservatoire of Scotland?
Both universities teach 2 subject areas: Management and Media & Film Studies.
Does Aston University, Birmingham or Royal Conservatoire of Scotland offer more courses?
Aston University, Birmingham lists 169 courses on CourseOptions and Royal Conservatoire of Scotland lists 72 courses.
What can you study at Aston University, Birmingham but not at Royal Conservatoire of Scotland?
Aston University, Birmingham teaches 49 subject areas that Royal Conservatoire of Scotland does not, including Business Studies, Politics & International Relations, Chemical Engineering, Economics, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Finance & Actuarial Science, Marketing, Psychology (General) and 41 more.
What can you study at Royal Conservatoire of Scotland but not at Aston University, Birmingham?
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland teaches 6 subject areas that Aston University, Birmingham does not, including Music, Drama & Theatre, Dance, Education Studies, Social Work and Teacher Training.
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