Rankings
How every major ranking places Aberystwyth University. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2025):
Postgraduate courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humanities & languages | 17 | $24,322 | See → |
| Business & management | 13 | $27,964 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 13 | $24,322 | See → |
| Education & teaching | 12 | $24,322 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 9 | $27,439 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 8 | $25,426 | See → |
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 8 | $27,439 | See → |
| Arts, design & creative studies | 7 | $24,322 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 7 | $27,439 | See → |
| Social sciences | 7 | $26,530 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 6 | $28,577 | See → |
| Psychology | 3 | $24,322 | See → |
| Engineering & technology | 2 | $28,577 | See → |
| Public health & allied health | 2 | $27,439 | See → |
Costs and entry
8 courses mention scholarships. 5 publish an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at Aberystwyth University
The job market for Aberystwyth University's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in the UK.
Questions students ask
How much does a postgraduate course at Aberystwyth University cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $26,530 a year; half of Aberystwyth University's postgraduate courses with a published fee cost between $24,322 and $27,439. Most courses last 1 year. Fees vary by field: computer science & data technology courses are typically $28,577, humanities & languages $24,322.
How is Aberystwyth University ranked?
In the UK it is #45 in the Complete University Guide (2026) and #62 in the Guardian University Guide (2026). Its strongest QS subjects include Geography (#201–250) and Politics & International Relations Studies (#201–250).
What IELTS score does Aberystwyth University need for a postgraduate course?
Most postgraduate courses (100 of the 133 that list it) ask for IELTS 5.5 overall with no band below 5.5.
How many postgraduate courses does Aberystwyth University offer?
111 postgraduate courses across 14 fields; the largest are humanities & languages (17), business & management (13) and law, politics & governance (13).
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Updated 6 August 2026. Courses and fees from Aberystwyth University's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: Complete University Guide 2026, Guardian University Guide 2026, QS subject rankings 2025. Always confirm fees and requirements on the university's website.