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University of Aberdeen

Aberdeen · QS World #288

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University of Roehampton

London · QS World #1001

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

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3/10

Roehampton

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 Roehampton is ahead on employment, international, scholarship.

University of Aberdeen vs University of Roehampton at a glance

University of Aberdeen and University of Roehampton both teach 33 subject areas, the largest being Law, Psychology (General) and English Studies. University of Aberdeen offers 597 courses across 80 subject areas; University of Roehampton offers 296 courses across 56 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,800 a year at University of Aberdeen and £16,950 at University of Roehampton: University of Roehampton is about £3,850 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £23,000 a year at University of Aberdeen and £11,250 at University of Roehampton: University of Roehampton is about £11,750 a year cheaper.

Of the 15 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Aberdeen is higher in 7 and University of Roehampton in 5, with 3 about level. The widest gap is in Biomedical Sciences: £36,000 three years after graduating from University of Aberdeen, against £22,500 from University of Roehampton. Of the 16 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Aberdeen is higher in 13 and University of Roehampton in 3.

World & National Rankings

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

#288
QS World
#1001
#201
THE World
#801
#22
Guardian UK
#77
1495
Established
1841
No
Russell Group
No
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TEF Rating
Silver

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 Roehampton

89.2%
85%

Satisfaction

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

£37,600
£29,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

78.3%
79.1%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

18.8%
46.5%

International

International student share

597
296

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

3
5

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

Roehampton

60 countries · 46.5% international

  • 🇮🇳India45.8%
  • 🌐Nepal20.6%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria9.4%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan5.6%
  • 🇨🇳China2.6%

Subjects

33 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 Roehampton

Also taught at both: Accounting, Theology & Religious Studies, Biomedical Sciences, Building & Construction, Media & Film Studies, Marketing, Health & Social Care, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Human Resource Management, Ecology & Conservation, Nutrition & Dietetics, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Zoology & Animal Biology, Computing & IT, General Engineering, Social Policy & Public Policy, Creative Writing.

Only at University of Aberdeen

Only at University of Roehampton

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 Roehampton
£16,950

University of Roehampton is about £3,850 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

University of Aberdeen
£23,000
University of Roehampton
£11,250

University of Roehampton is about £11,750 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 Roehampton

  • Law

    £26,500Salary (3 years)No data
    92%Satisfaction71%

  • Psychology (General)

    £23,500Salary (3 years)£23,500
    88%Satisfaction83%

  • English Studies

    £20,500Salary (3 years)£26,000
    98%Satisfaction84%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
    88%Satisfaction84%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £23,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
    90%Satisfaction81%

  • Computer Science

    No dataSalary (3 years)No data
    77%Satisfaction78%

  • Economics

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£23,500
    90%Satisfaction82%

  • Education Studies

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£21,500
    95%Satisfaction94%

  • Business Studies

    £28,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
    100%Satisfaction89%

  • History

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£24,000
    92%Satisfaction98%

  • Film Production & Cinematography

    £20,500Salary (3 years)£21,000
    91%Satisfaction83%

  • Teacher Training

    £31,500Salary (3 years)£29,500
    95%SatisfactionNo data

Showing the 12 largest of 17 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 Roehampton

Fulbright-University of Roehampton Postgraduate Award in Dance

100%

Deadline: N/A

Academic Excellence Scholarship

£3,000

Deadline: N/A

Southlands College Teaching Scholarships

£2,500

Deadline: N/A

Care Leaver Bursary

£2,000

Deadline: N/A

Undergraduate Travel Bursary

£40

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

University of Aberdeen vs University of Roehampton: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,800 a year at University of Aberdeen and £16,950 at University of Roehampton: University of Roehampton is about £3,850 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £23,000 a year at University of Aberdeen and £11,250 at University of Roehampton: University of Roehampton is about £11,750 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 Roehampton?

Both universities teach 33 subject areas: Law, Psychology (General), English Studies, Politics & International Relations, Sociology & Criminology, Computer Science, Economics, Management, Education Studies, Business Studies, Civil Engineering, Finance & Actuarial Science and 21 more.

Is University of Aberdeen or University of Roehampton better for Psychology (General)?

Psychology (General) graduates earn a median £23,500 three years after graduating from University of Aberdeen, and £23,500 from University of Roehampton. Student satisfaction with teaching is 88% at University of Aberdeen and 83% at University of Roehampton. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Aberdeen lists 597 courses on CourseOptions and University of Roehampton lists 296 courses.

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

University of Aberdeen teaches 47 subject areas that University of Roehampton does not, including French, Anthropology, German & Scandinavian Studies, Chemical Engineering, Celtic Studies, Ancient Languages, Mathematics, Physics and 39 more.

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

University of Roehampton teaches 23 subject areas that University of Aberdeen does not, including Business & Management (General), Dance, Games Design & Computer Animation, Childhood & Youth Studies, Design & Fashion, Architecture, Software Engineering, Counselling & Psychotherapy and 15 more.

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