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University of Aberdeen

Aberdeen · QS World #288

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University of Strathclyde

Glasgow · QS World #230

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 9 datapoints

We looked at 9 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

6/9

Aberdeen

scored higher in 6 categories

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3/9

Strathclyde

scored higher in 3 categories

Quick Verdict

University of Aberdeen leads in 6 of 9 categories where both have data (ranking, established, graduate salary, courses, scholarship). University of Strathclyde is ahead on ranking, satisfaction, employment.

University of Aberdeen vs University of Strathclyde at a glance

University of Aberdeen and University of Strathclyde both teach 45 subject areas, the largest being Teacher Training, Law and English Studies. University of Aberdeen offers 597 courses across 80 subject areas; University of Strathclyde offers 541 courses across 67 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,800 a year at University of Aberdeen and £22,750 at University of Strathclyde: University of Aberdeen is about £1,950 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £23,000 a year at University of Aberdeen and £30,250 at University of Strathclyde: University of Aberdeen is about £7,250 a year cheaper.

Of the 25 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, University of Strathclyde is higher in 14 and University of Aberdeen in 8, with 3 about level. The widest gap is in Pharmacology: £35,000 three years after graduating from University of Aberdeen, against £26,000 from University of Strathclyde. Of the 26 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, University of Strathclyde is higher in 12 and University of Aberdeen in 11, with 3 about level.

World & National Rankings

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

#288
QS World
#230
#201
THE World
#351
#22
Guardian UK
#25
1495
Established
1796
No
Russell Group
No
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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.

University of Aberdeen

University of Strathclyde

89.2%
89.6%

Satisfaction

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

£37,600
£37,200

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

78.3%
84%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

18.8%
18.8%

International

International student share

597
541

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

3
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.

Aberdeen

81 countries · 18.8% international

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

86 countries · 18.8% international

  • 🇮🇳India31%
  • 🇨🇳China10.5%
  • 🌐Kuwait4.4%
  • 🇺🇸United States4.1%
  • 🌐Oman3.8%

Subjects

45 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 Strathclyde

Also taught at both: Psychology (General), Manufacturing & Production Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Accounting, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Chemistry, General Engineering, Marketing, Media & Film Studies, Sociology & Criminology, Social Policy & Public Policy, Forensic Science, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Geology & Earth Sciences, Human Geography & Environment, Human Resource Management, Spanish & Portuguese, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Biomedical Sciences, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science, Information & Library Studies, Pharmacology, Building & Construction, Information Systems & Data Science, Planning & Housing, Biotechnology, Creative Writing, Sport & Exercise Sciences.

Only at University of Aberdeen

Only at University of Strathclyde

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 Strathclyde
£22,750

University of Aberdeen is about £1,950 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

University of Aberdeen
£23,000
University of Strathclyde
£30,250

University of Aberdeen is about £7,250 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 Strathclyde

  • Teacher Training

    £31,500Salary (3 years)£31,000
    95%Satisfaction93%

  • Law

    £26,500Salary (3 years)£26,500
    92%Satisfaction94%

  • English Studies

    £20,500Salary (3 years)£22,000
    98%Satisfaction91%

  • French

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    95%Satisfaction95%

  • Economics

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£32,000
    90%Satisfaction84%

  • Education Studies

    £31,000Salary (3 years)£25,500
    95%Satisfaction90%

  • Politics & International Relations

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£25,000
    88%Satisfaction91%

  • History

    £24,000Salary (3 years)£22,000
    92%Satisfaction94%

  • Chemical Engineering

    £32,000Salary (3 years)£33,000
    83%Satisfaction85%

  • Business Studies

    £28,500Salary (3 years)£29,000
    100%Satisfaction81%

  • Finance & Actuarial Science

    £31,500Salary (3 years)£32,500
    84%Satisfaction84%

  • Mathematics

    £28,000Salary (3 years)£26,500
    88%Satisfaction87%

Showing the 12 largest of 26 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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FAQ

University of Aberdeen vs University of Strathclyde: common questions

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

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £20,800 a year at University of Aberdeen and £22,750 at University of Strathclyde: University of Aberdeen is about £1,950 a year cheaper. For postgraduate study, the typical published international fee is £23,000 a year at University of Aberdeen and £30,250 at University of Strathclyde: University of Aberdeen is about £7,250 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 Strathclyde?

Both universities teach 45 subject areas: Teacher Training, Law, English Studies, French, Economics, Education Studies, Politics & International Relations, History, Management, Chemical Engineering, Business Studies, Finance & Actuarial Science and 33 more.

Is University of Aberdeen or University of Strathclyde better for Teacher Training?

Teacher Training graduates earn a median £31,500 three years after graduating from University of Aberdeen, and £31,000 from University of Strathclyde. Student satisfaction with teaching is 95% at University of Aberdeen and 93% at University of Strathclyde. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

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

University of Aberdeen lists 597 courses on CourseOptions and University of Strathclyde lists 541 courses.

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

University of Aberdeen teaches 35 subject areas that University of Strathclyde does not, including Anthropology, German & Scandinavian Studies, Celtic Studies, Ancient Languages, Film Production & Cinematography, Linguistics, Philosophy, Scottish Gaelic and 27 more.

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

University of Strathclyde teaches 22 subject areas that University of Aberdeen does not, including Childhood & Youth Studies, Business & Management (General), Naval Architecture, Statistics, Personal & Professional Development, Pharmacy, Biomedical Engineering, Social Work and 14 more.

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University of Aberdeen597 courses · 3 scholarshipsBrowse Courses
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University of Strathclyde541 courses · 0 scholarshipsBrowse Courses