Aberystwyth University

🏆 Ranked 66th in UK by Guardian University Guide 2025 with QS five-star rating for employability.

💼 ABERcareers portal provides access to 7,000+ global job opportunities annually for students and graduates.

🌍 Students from 90+ countries; 10 departments ranked in top 50 UK for research quality.

🎓 Strong maritime and environmental research focus with dedicated biological sciences facilities.

🏘️ Waterfront Welsh campus overlooks Cardigan Bay; 50% of students engage in competitive sports.

⭐ Five-star QS rating across 9 areas including facilities; Year in Industry placements available.

The median fee for an undergraduate degree or diploma at Aberystwyth University is approximately GBP 19,190. The median fee for a postgraduate degree or diploma at Aberystwyth University is approximately GBP 20,805.

We have not identified any scholarships or discounts available at Aberystwyth University for international students. However, we are constantly updating this data from our university partners, so please check back for updates.

Aberystwyth University is accredited by the Higher Education Funding Council for Wales (HEFCW), and Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA).

The employment rate at Aberystwyth University is 96.8% within 6 to 12 months after graduation.

Yes, Aberystwyth University offers various work-integrated learning opportunities including internships, industry placements, and/or cooperative education programs. These are typically integrated into specific programs and help students gain practical experience in their field of study.

Aberystwyth University offers international students a comprehensive range of support services including:

• Visa and immigration advice from the International Student Advisory Service (ISAS), covering UK Student visa applications and compliance

• Financial support through the Aberystwyth University International Scholarship and emergency hardship funds for students in need

• Academic development through the Centre for Academic Success (CAS), offering English language tuition, writing workshops, and one-on-one study coaching

• Guaranteed on-campus accommodation for first-year international students with dedicated welfare support through the Residential Life team

• Cultural and social integration through the International Experience programme and student societies within Aberystwyth Students' Union

Some of the rankings of Aberystwyth University include:

#741-750 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026)

#601-800 in the world (Times Higher Education, World University Rankings 2026)

#45 in the UK (Complete University Guide 2026)

Post-study work permit options at Aberystwyth University in the United Kingdom depend on your qualification level: All graduates can work for 18 months after graduation.; PhD graduates can work for 3.0 years after graduation.

Note: If you are a doctor or nurse, or you work in health or adult social care, you may be eligible for the Health and Care Worker visa (lower cost and does not require IHS)

Work permissions for international students at Aberystwyth University in United Kingdom depend on your study level:

• For Diploma or certificate courses, students can work up to 10 hours per week during term time and can work full-time per week during breaks.

• For Degree courses, students can work up to 20 hours per week during term time and can work full-time per week during breaks.

No separate work permit is required. Part-time students cannot work. Students can't set up their own business or be self-employed (freelance).