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Aberystwyth University

A public research university on the Welsh coast, founded in 1872 and a founding institution of the federal University of Wales.

GESCO is listed as an official representative on Aberystwyth University's website
QS World #801-850QS World Rankings 2027
From GBP 19,190Undergraduate fee per year
Founded 1872Public university
11,170Students

About the university

Why students choose Aberystwyth University

A public research university on the Welsh coast, founded in 1872 and a founding institution of the federal University of Wales. Known for international politics, geography and agricultural sciences, in a small seaside town where the university dominates.

Both direct entry and foundation or pathway routes are available here. If your grades or English score fall short of direct admission, the pathway route is a genuine alternative to waiting a year.

Tuition, entry requirements and intake dates differ by programme and change each year. Ask us for the current figures for the course you are considering rather than relying on published averages.

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Photos: Aberystwyth University, used with permission. Founding year and student numbers are from Wikidata.

Entry requirements

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Tawjihi

Tawjihi with at least 65% is accepted for bachelor's entry together with a recognised foundation programme.

International Foundation Programme

The September to June foundation needs a school certificate with 65% overall and in relevant subjects; the January to June FastTrack foundation needs 75%. Applicants who narrowly miss may be considered after an interview.

Master's

A degree equivalent to a UK 2:2 honours degree is needed; for some courses the minimum is a GPA of 2.83 or 71%, depending on the course.

Pre-sessional English

A 6-week or 12-week pre-sessional English course is available to raise your English level by the equivalent of 0.5 or 1.0 IELTS points.

Recent study

Applicants for foundation or direct bachelor's entry must have finished their last period of study within two years of the course start date.

Guidance only: meeting a requirement does not guarantee an offer, and each course sets its own grades and English level. Checked November 2026.

Programmes

Popular courses at Aberystwyth University

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A selection from the university's own course pages. Durations and intakes can change; we confirm the details for your year when we apply. Checked October 2026.

How it works

Your application to Aberystwyth University, step by step

  1. 1

    Free consultation

    We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether Aberystwyth University is realistic.

  2. 2

    Choose your course and route

    Direct entry if you meet the grades, or the foundation route if you are not there yet.

  3. 3

    Application and offer

    We prepare and submit the application and follow it through to an offer.

  4. 4

    Scholarship check

    We check the university's scholarships and discounts against your profile.

  5. 5

    Student visa

    Financial evidence and documents prepared to the current requirements.

  6. 6

    Arrival

    Accommodation, the pre-departure briefing and what to expect when you land.

Questions

Studying at Aberystwyth University: common questions

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Can I apply to Aberystwyth University with the Tawjihi?

Tawjihi with at least 65% is accepted for bachelor's entry together with a recognised foundation programme.

How much does Aberystwyth University cost for international students?

International undergraduate fees for 2026/27 start from GBP 19,190 a year and go up to GBP 21,875, depending on the course. Undergraduate international fees are frozen at the entry level for later years. MBA GBP 21,930.

Does Aberystwyth University offer scholarships to international students?

Yes. Aberystwyth Jordan Scholarship (GBP 2,000 off every taught year); Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship (GBP 2,000 to 3,000 off tuition); International Accommodation Award (Zero-cost university accommodation); International Family Award (GBP 1,000 off tuition). We check which ones fit your profile when we build your application.

Is there a foundation route into Aberystwyth University?

Yes. If your grades or English do not yet meet direct entry, a foundation or pathway programme leads into Aberystwyth University.

Where is Aberystwyth University?

Aberystwyth University is in Aberystwyth, United Kingdom. It was founded in 1872.

Does GESCO charge me to apply to Aberystwyth University?

The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to Aberystwyth University directly and is listed as an official representative on the university's website. Ask us about any service fees before you start.

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Interested in Aberystwyth University?

Tell us your grades and we will tell you honestly whether it is realistic, and what to do if it is not yet.

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