Aberystwyth University

Since 1872, we have built a global reputation for teaching excellence and ground-breaking research. Today, we are home to students from all over the world. We pride ourselves on our welcome and inclusivity, while at the same time being a university rooted in excellence and research. About Us As the first University College in Wales, we have a long-standing reputation for delivering academic excellence, an exceptional student experience and world-leading research. Research at Aberystwyth Research and innovation are the lifeblood of Aberystwyth University. They deepen our knowledge and understanding, inform our teaching and enhance your learning experience, and deliver real benefits to everyday lives in Wales and the wider world. For Aberystwyth University, research really matters. Our Strategic Plan & Mission Our mission is clear: to deliver inspirational education and research in a supportive, creative and exceptional environment in Wales. Building on our historical strengths and our reputation for excellence, we will contribute to society in Wales and the wider world by applying our knowledge to local and global challenges. Working within a welcoming and bilingual community, we will use our expertise to cultivate critical thinking, independent questioning and skills that equip our learners for lives of success. Our History As the first University College in Wales, Aberystwyth has a long and distinguished tradition of teaching and research, and our establishment in the 19th century is one of the great stories of pioneering achievement in modern Welsh history.