Aberystwyth University has been named one of the top tertiary educational institutions in Wales by The Sunday Times.

The university was named alongside other high-performing spots like Cardiff University.

Aberystwyth University, which came third in the Welsh ranking, placed 48th across the UK.

Helen Davies, editor of The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide, said:  “The best universities — whether they were founded in the 15th century or 2005 — are local and global powerhouses of intellectual thought and creativity, from the arts to science, that can power economic regeneration and lead the way to a better life. But what and where to study — and how to pay for it — has never been tougher. This is where our comprehensive guide can help. 

“This year we have tweaked our methodology to keep up with contemporary concerns around climate change and careers and have added in a sustainability metric, teaming up with People & Planet, and boosted the weighting of graduate prospects.  

“The higher education sector is facing unprecedented challenges from debates on free speech to financial stability, but it is important to remember the force for good that going to university can be. See how the universities compare subject by subject, a guide on campus life, and what scholarships and bursaries may be on offer online.” 

See the top universities in Wales named by The Sunday Times

These are the top eight universities, including Aberystwyth University, to attend in Wales for 2025:

1 - Cardiff University 

2 - Swansea University 

3 - Aberystwyth University 

4 - Bangor University 

5 - Cardiff Metropolitan University 

6 - University of South Wales 

7 - University of Wales Trinity St David 

8 - Wrexham University 

The Good University Guide is released annually and aims to highlight to best universities to attend in the UK.