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University of Aberdeen

Aberdeen · QS World #288

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University of Greenwich

London · QS World #791

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 10 datapoints

We looked at 10 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

7/10

Aberdeen

scored higher in 7 categories

VS

3/10

Greenwich

scored higher in 3 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Aberdeen leads in 7 of 10 categories where both have data (ranking, established, satisfaction, graduate salary, courses). University of Greenwich is ahead on employment, international, scholarship.

University of Aberdeen vs University of Greenwich at a glance

University of Aberdeen and University of Greenwich both teach 41 subject areas, the largest being Law, Management and Computer Science. University of Aberdeen offers 597 courses across 80 subject areas; University of Greenwich offers 272 courses across 72 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,800 a year at University of Aberdeen and £17,980 at University of Greenwich: University of Greenwich is about £2,820 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £23,000 a year at University of Aberdeen and £19,450 at University of Greenwich: University of Greenwich is about £3,550 a year cheaper.

Of the 26 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Aberdeen is higher in 15 and University of Greenwich in 11. The widest gap is in Education Studies: £31,000 three years after graduating from University of Aberdeen, against £22,000 from University of Greenwich. Of the 28 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Aberdeen is higher in 16 and University of Greenwich in 10, with 2 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#288
QS World
#791
#201
THE World
#601
#22
Guardian UK
#79
1495
Established
1890
No
Russell Group
No
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TEF Rating
Gold

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

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

University of Aberdeen

University of Greenwich

89.2%
84.6%

Satisfaction

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

£37,600
£32,800

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

78.3%
78.8%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

18.8%
34.6%

International

International student share

597
272

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

3
19

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.

Aberdeen

81 countries · 18.8% international

  • 🇨🇳China20.2%
  • 🇮🇳India14.1%
  • 🇺🇸United States8.8%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria7.3%
  • 🇸🇦Saudi Arabia3.1%
VS

Greenwich

101 countries · 34.6% international

  • 🇮🇳India51.1%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria6.1%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan5.6%
  • 🇧🇩Bangladesh4.9%
  • 🌐Nepal4.2%

Subjects

41 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.

University of Aberdeen

University of Greenwich

Also taught at both: Film Production & Cinematography, Mathematics, Ancient Languages, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Accounting, Forensic Science, Linguistics, Marketing, General Engineering, Information Systems & Data Science, Biochemistry, Biology, Music, Pharmacology, Building & Construction, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Human Resource Management, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Creative Writing, Environmental Sciences, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Chemistry, Media & Film Studies, Nutrition & Dietetics, Specialist Clinical Nursing.

Only at University of Aberdeen

Only at University of Greenwich

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

University of Aberdeen
£20,800
University of Greenwich
£17,980

University of Greenwich is about £2,820 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

University of Aberdeen
£23,000
University of Greenwich
£19,450

University of Greenwich is about £3,550 a year cheaper.

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.

University of Aberdeen

University of Greenwich

  • Law

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£25,500
    92%Satisfaction85%

  • Management

    £27,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
    79%Satisfaction87%

  • Computer Science

    No dataSalary (3 years)£27,000
    77%Satisfaction77%

  • Business Studies

    £28,500Salary (3 years)£25,000
    100%Satisfaction84%

  • Economics

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£28,000
    90%Satisfaction89%

  • English Studies

    £20,500Salary (3 years)£24,000
    98%Satisfaction98%

  • Finance & Actuarial Science

    £31,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
    84%Satisfaction88%

  • Chemical Engineering

    £32,000Salary (3 years)£37,750
    83%Satisfaction81%

  • Civil Engineering

    £32,000Salary (3 years)£31,500
    92%Satisfaction93%

  • Education Studies

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£22,000
    95%Satisfaction96%

  • Teacher Training

    £31,500Salary (3 years)£25,000
    95%Satisfaction89%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
    88%Satisfaction100%

Showing the 12 largest of 28 shared subjects with published outcomes.

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

University of Aberdeen

Aberdeen Global Scholarship - Postgraduate

£8,000

Deadline: N/A

Aberdeen Global Scholarship - Postgraduate

£8,000

Deadline: N/A

Aberdeen Global Scholarship - Undergraduate and PGDE

£6,000

Deadline: N/A

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University of Greenwich

Stephen Lawrence Scholarship (Architecture)

£19,580

Deadline: N/A

EU Bursary

£10,500

Deadline: N/A

Aziz Foundation Scholarship

100%

Deadline: N/A

Chevening Scholarships

100%

Deadline: N/A

The Sanctuary Scholarship

£10,000

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

University of Aberdeen vs University of Greenwich: common questions

Is University of Aberdeen or University of Greenwich cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,800 a year at University of Aberdeen and £17,980 at University of Greenwich: University of Greenwich is about £2,820 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £23,000 a year at University of Aberdeen and £19,450 at University of Greenwich: University of Greenwich is about £3,550 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 University of Aberdeen and University of Greenwich?

Both universities teach 41 subject areas: Law, Management, Computer Science, Business Studies, Economics, English Studies, Finance & Actuarial Science, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Education Studies, Teacher Training, Politics & International Relations and 29 more.

Is University of Aberdeen or University of Greenwich better for Law?

Law graduates earn a median £26,500 three years after graduating from University of Aberdeen, and £25,500 from University of Greenwich. Student satisfaction with teaching is 92% at University of Aberdeen and 85% at University of Greenwich. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does University of Aberdeen or University of Greenwich offer more courses?

University of Aberdeen lists 597 courses on CourseOptions and University of Greenwich lists 272 courses.

What can you study at University of Aberdeen but not at University of Greenwich?

University of Aberdeen teaches 39 subject areas that University of Greenwich does not, including French, Anthropology, German & Scandinavian Studies, Celtic Studies, Physics, Philosophy, Scottish Gaelic, Theology & Religious Studies and 31 more.

What can you study at University of Greenwich but not at University of Aberdeen?

University of Greenwich teaches 31 subject areas that University of Aberdeen does not, including Hospitality, Events & Tourism, Healthcare Science, Architecture, Design & Fashion, Agriculture & Land Management, Animal Science, Applied Psychology, Food & Beverage Studies and 23 more.

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University of Aberdeen597 courses · 3 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Greenwich272 courses · 19 scholarshipsBrowse Courses