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
Aberystwyth
Wales
SY23 3FL
Services are available on your campus
Aberystwyth University is a campus based university which means that all of our teaching and administrative buildings are all on 1 site, with university accommodation being only 5 minutes walk from campus. To the North of the campus, we have Aberystwyth Arts Centre, which hosts a wealth or classes, concerts, and other events as well as having it's own cinema, art gallery, cafe's and more. Next door you can find the university main Hugh Owen Library, where students can check out books, reserve study spaces and use on site computers/printers. In this area you can also find the Students Union, student shop, and careers advisors. To the south of campus you can find Aberystwyth University's Sport Centre, and a little further the National Library of Wales, one of only 6 copyright library's in the UK, which is a great resource for students. We also have various hospitality outlets across campus serving hot and cold food and drinks.
Contact person for the incoming exchange students
Sarah Hosker
Do you have a Buddy system ?
No
Fields of Education
- Arts and Humanities
- History
- Economic and Social Sciences
- Geography
- Sciences and Technologies
- Law and Political Sciences
Link towards the catalogue of courses
Proportion of international students
12.5%
Number of students in the institution
9000
Level required
- B2
Official certification
Official certification asked
Main language of instruction for the courses open to international students
English