Aberystwyth University offers an excellent university experience and is consistently ranked amongst the best universities in the UK. The most recent National Student Survey placed Aberystwyth Top in England and Wales for Student Satisfaction.
The university is committed to delivering outstanding teaching in an environment that is welcoming, supportive and inclusive. Aberystwyth’s teaching quality is consistently ranked amongst the best in the UK and 98% of the university’s research is identified as being of an internationally recognised standard or higher (Research Excellence Framework 2021). This means that students on undergraduate programmes are taught by leading experts in their fields, within departments at the forefront of emerging research.
Student life at Aberystwyth is second to none. The main university buildings are located on the Penglais campus, within easy walking distance of the university’s accommodation and the town centre. The campus also boasts the largest arts centre in Wales, the university’s sports centre, the students’ union and many food and drink outlets. The Aberystwyth Students’ Union is also home to over 100 clubs and societies, where students can discover new passions and continue lifelong interests.
Aberystwyth itself is a small, welcoming and friendly student town located on the west coast of Wales. Situated between the mountains and the sea, the surrounding area offers opportunities to explore the great outdoors while the town itself is an inclusive and vibrant environment in which to relax and socialise. The university’s location means much of Aberystwyth’s teaching takes place in natural surroundings, providing an invaluable dimension to students’ studies.
Reviews:
“The campus itself is beautiful and has everything you could need, the lecturers are all friendly and willing to help too. The students union always puts on brilliant events like superteams and creates a real feel for community within the university.”
“Excellent general experience, interesting topics and subjects and great learning experience. Passionate lecturers and great sense of community. “
““Really putting the students first. The town has a really lovely community atmosphere and students are at the centre of this.”
You'll be shocked by the number of clubs and societies on offer at Aberystwyth University. There's something for everyone! As well as being able to pick different clubs and societies, most courses let you choose modules at different points through your degree.
As well as personalising your course through optional modules, you may have the chance to do a work placement during your studies. Developing your professional skills through work placements is a great way to add to your CV and boost your employability.
If you want a job you love (and who doesn't?), getting a job in a field you're passionate about is a great place to start. By studying a subject you really enjoy, you'll be qualified for a range of jobs relating to that subject, which you'll hopefully love.
For those who aren't ready to give up on education after an undergraduate degree, you'll have the opportunity to progress to postgraduate study such as a master's or even a PhD.
Aberystwyth University's accommodation is designed to be as straightforward and stress-free as possible. All your bills are included in your rent, you'll have free WiFi and your rent also includes security and maintenance.
You'll have access to communal areas like kitchen and dining facilities, where you can socialise with other students you're living with. Disabled students will find several rooms adapted in accessible halls to suit a range of access requirements.
