Aberystwyth University

General information, Aberystwyth University

Founded in 1872, Aberystwyth University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the the suburban setting of the medium-sized town of Aberystwyth (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Wales. Officially accredited/recognized by the Privy Council, Aberystwyth University (AU) is a medium-sized (enrollment range: 9,000-9,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Aberystwyth University (AU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 145 years old H.E. institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. AU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sport facilities and/or activities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

• Founded: 1872
• Motto: Nid Byd, Byd Heb Wybodaeth A world without knowledge is no world at all
• Colours: Green and red
• Admission Office: King Street Aberystwyth SY23 2AX
• Student Enrollment: 9,000-9,999
• International Students: Yes, international applicants are welcome to apply for admission
• Admission Selection: Yes, based on students' past academic record and grades
• Admission Rate: Not reported
• Academic Staff: 900-999
• Academic Calendar: Semesters
• Affiliations: Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU), Universities UK, University Alliance