Aberystwyth University
University’s presentation
Founded in 1872, Aberystwyth University is the oldest university in Wales. Today, beautiful old buildings remind students of our history.
Aberystwyth University is a centre of excellence for teaching and research, with many departments producing world leading research and teaching in their fields.
Located in a beautiful seaside town, the University is a gateway to the great outdoors. From surfing to horse riding, we have it covered.
Address
Aberystwyth University,
Penglais Campus,
Aberystwyth,
SY23 3FL
Website
Social Network
Fields of Education
- Arts and Humanities
- History
- Economic and Social Sciences
- Geography
- Sciences and Technologies
- Law and Political Sciences
Contact person for the incoming exchange students
Sarah Hosker - global@aber.ac.uk
Do you have a Buddy system?
No
Academic calendar (link)
Number of students in the institution
9000
Proportion of international students
20%
Main language of instruction for the courses open to international students
English
Level required
- B2
Official certification
Official certification asked
Other languages of instruction
Welsh
Level required for the other languages
- A1
Official certification for the other languages
Official certification not asked
Catalogue of courses taught in English
Clarifications about the courses
Nursing and Vet courses are not available to exchange students
Information about Online Courses & Distance Learning
Distance Learning Courses are not available to exchange students
Linguistic support
Pre-Sessional English courses are available at a cost, see here for more information: www.aber.ac.uk/en/international-english/courses/ipp/te/
The University also provides in-session modules and support, see here for more information: www.aber.ac.uk/en/student-learning-support/
Equivalence of university credits
20 AU credits = 10 ECTS credits
Additional fees
No
Services available on the campus
www.aber.ac.uk/en/study-with-us/student-life/support/
- Accessibility Service
- Advice & Money Service
- Careers Service
- Harassment & Misconduct
- Visa Support & Advice Service
- Wellbeing Service
- University Faith Space - www.aber.ac.uk/en/equality/faith-provision/
- Aberystwyth University Gym - www.aber.ac.uk/en/sportscentre/
- Aberystwyth Arts Centre - www.aberystwythartscentre.co.uk
Specific support or facilities for students with disabilities or ALD
On-campus accommodation solutions?
Yes
Accommodation solutions and amounts
All university accommodation is based either on campus or 5 minutes walk from campus. See here: www.aber.ac.uk/en/study-with-us/accommodation/