Aberystwyth University is a public university in Wales, established in 1872, making it the first university in the country. Located in the coastal town of Aberystwyth, it has a reputation for academic excellence and a strong student experience, attracting students from over 130 countries. The university is known for its world-leading research, particularly in areas like climate change, global health, and space exploration.
| Acronym | Aber |
| Motto / Slogan | A world without knowledge is no world at all |
| Colour | yellow and navy, with secondary options of teal, grey, light blue, orange, red, and green |
| Founded | 1872 |
| Undergraduate Programmes | |
| Postgraduate Programmes | 79 |
| Location | Aberystwyth, Wales, United Kingdom |
| Address | Aberystwyth University, Reception, Penglais, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 3FL |
Aberystwyth University's mission statement is to deliver inspirational education and research in a supportive, creative, and exceptional environment in Wales.
Aberystwyth University's vision statement is to contribute to society in Wales and the wider world by applying its knowledge to local and global challenges.
Aberystwyth University aims to build a sustainable, flexible, and future-focused institution.
At Aberystwyth, they offer a range of courses which are designed to give you as much choice and flexibility as possible. Their award-winning teaching is informed by their cutting-edge research that feeds directly into their courses, helping you to uncover new skills and solve real-world problems.
Students on almost all degree programmes will have an opportunity to study or work abroad. Many of their courses include an integrated year studying abroad.
In the most recent National Student Survey, they've ranked Top in Wales for student satisfaction. At Aberystwyth, they strive to offer an unrivalled student experience. Their Students’ Union is home to over 100 clubs and societies.
Aberystwyth is surrounded by a beautiful environment. Nestled between the Cambrian Mountains and Cardigan Bay, their location provides a rugged landscape of rolling hills, valleys, sand, and sea. Snowdonia and Pembrokeshire National Parks sit just a short distance north and south of Aberystwyth too.
The entry requirements vary widely depending on the specific course, view the course page for more information.
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FOR UNDERGRADUATE: Applications are made directly to the school or via UCAS.
FOR POSTGRADUATE: Applications for postgraduate study should be made online via the Postgraduate Admissions Application Portal. Visit the Course Pages and find the details of the course for which you wish to apply. Once you have found your chosen Course Page, select the “Apply Now” button to start your application.
Email: [email protected]
Phone : +44 (0)1970 622367
Jon is Vice-Chancellor of Aberystwyth University and has over 25 years experience working in higher education.
Jon is Professor of Intelligent and Adaptive Systems, with research in biologically inspired systems including artificial immune systems, swarm and evolutionary robotics, software engineering for robotics and computational immunology.
Sophie is a lecturer in Management and Business, specialising in Organisational Behaviour. Her teaching areas are broadly in organisational psychology and Human Resource Management.
Led by London Welshman Hugh Owen, a small group of patriots sought from the 1850s onwards to raise enough money by public and private subscription to establish a college of university status in Wales. A project of enormous ambition, the University opened its doors in 1872 initially with a handful of teachers and just 25 students in what was then a half-finished hotel building (‘the Old College’) on the seafront.