Aberystwyth University has built a global reputation for teaching excellence and ground-breaking research for over 150 years. 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).
Students at Aberystwyth are taught by leading experts in their fields, within departments at the forefront of emerging research.
Many of the study programmes available at Aberystwyth University are ranked within the Top 10 (many in the Top 5) for their subject field in the UK by multiple publications – students who choose Aberystwyth will enjoy one of the best education available in the country.
And it’s not just academic publications that believe so – many of the same subjects also rank highly for overall satisfaction as part of the National Student Survey.
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.
