Bachelor's
Aberystwyth International Scholarship
GBP 2,000 off per year (up to GBP 8,000)
Aberystwyth University
Aberystwyth, United Kingdom
"A seaside Welsh university founded in 1872"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#741 (QS)
PSW VISA
18 months (PhD 3 years)
About Aberystwyth University
Aberystwyth University opened in 1872 with 26 students and was a founding member of the former University of Wales. It has three academic faculties and 17 departments, with students and staff from more than 100 countries. The main Penglais campus overlooks Cardigan Bay, and the university is known for politics, geography, veterinary science, earth and marine sciences and remote sensing.
Rankings & Recognition
#741
Ranked #741-750 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 (#801-850 in QS 2027) and #601-800 in THE World Rankings 2026.
Accreditations & Memberships
Public university, Wales
Founding member of the University of Wales
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Aberystwyth University's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
1872
Founded
approx. 8,000+
Total Students
100+ (students and staff)
Countries
3
Faculties
17
Departments
Popular Programs
Politics and International Relations
Geography and Earth Sciences
Veterinary Science
Marine and Environmental Sciences
Business and Management
MBA
Application Details
Application Route
Direct online or UCAS
Intakes
September, January
Foundation Year Fee
GBP 5,760 (2026/27)
Standardized Test Requirements
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IELTS / TOEFL
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Accepted - score depends on course |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
95%
I-20 Processing
Student visa (CAS from university)
Post-Study Work
18 months (PhD 3 years)
Green Card Pathway
Skilled Worker visa
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
Up to GBP 8,000 (UG)
Career Outcomes
11%
Placement Ratio
18 months (PhD 3 years)
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
The main Penglais campus overlooks Cardigan Bay on the Welsh coast. Llanbadarn is home to the equine teaching centre and the Gogerddan campus houses the Institute of Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences.
Campus Details
Penglais
campus overlooking Cardigan Bay
Llanbadarn
equine centre
Gogerddan
research campus
Campus Forecast
Mild maritime climate
Cool summers
Rain through the year
Windy sea-front
Student Life & Housing
Housing
University halls on campus
International Accommodation Award can cover halls
Dining
Campus cafes and canteens
Town centre restaurants
Health & Wellness
Student support services
Student wellbeing team
Activities & Clubs
Students Union societies
Sports clubs
Music and arts events
Cardigan Bay and Cambrian Mountains trips
Diversity & Demographics
Countries
100+ (students and staff)
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition - Bachelor's 2026/27
approx. GBP 19,190 / year
Tuition - Master's 2026/27
approx. GBP 20,805 / year
Foundation Year 2026/27
GBP 5,760
Home UG Fee 2026/27
GBP 9,790
Intakes & Deadlines
Aberystwyth admits international students in September and January. January 2027 and September 2027 entries are billed at the 2026/27 fee rate. UG fees are frozen at the entry level for later years.
Scholarships at Aberystwyth University
3 scholarships available
Master's
/ PhD GBP 2,000 off per year
AberGrad International Scholarship
All Levels
International Accommodation Award
Free halls or GBP 2,000 discount
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Entry needs vary by course. IELTS or TOEFL accepted. A foundation year is available.
Postgraduate
Relevant bachelor's degree and English proof. MSc and MBA routes available.
English Proficiency
IELTS / TOEFL
Accepted - score depends on courseRequired Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts and certificates
English test result (IELTS / TOEFL)
Personal statement
Academic reference
CV (postgraduate)
Passport photo
Application Process
1
Choose course
Pick a course on the university website.
2
Apply online
Apply directly or through UCAS for undergraduate courses.
3
Offer
Receive an offer and accept it.
4
Pay deposit
Pay the tuition deposit if the university asks for one.
5
Get CAS
Receive the Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS).
6
Student visa
Apply for the UK Student visa, then arrive and enrol.
Campus & Location
The main Penglais campus overlooks Cardigan Bay on the Welsh coast. Llanbadarn is home to the equine teaching centre and the Gogerddan campus houses the Institute of Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences.
Master's
3
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Master's
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Master's
Business and Management
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