Abertay University
Total, Scotland
How much do Abertay University graduates earn by subject?
Abertay University graduates earn a median salary of £27,250 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Computing at £41,600, while Psychology graduates earn £24,800.
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How competitive is Abertay University?
In 2024, Abertay University received 10,150 applications and accepted 2,155 students, giving an acceptance rate of 21.2%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
What are the employment outcomes at Abertay University?
91% of Abertay University graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 11 subjects with median salaries ranging from £24,800 to £41,600. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Computing | 86.1% | £41,600 |
| Nursing and midwifery | 100% | £36,100 |
| Engineering | 92.6% | £32,800 |
| Agriculture, food and related studies | 92.9% | £31,200 |
| Biosciences | 78.9% | £29,600 |
| General, applied and forensic sciences | 88.5% | £28,800 |
| Sport and exercise sciences | 83.9% | £28,100 |
| Business and management | 88.3% | £27,400 |
| Creative arts and design | 82% | £27,000 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 95.1% | £25,600 |
| Psychology | 83.6% | £24,800 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
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Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Computing £41,600
- 2 Nursing and midwifery £36,100
- 3 Engineering £32,800
- 4 Agriculture, food and related studies £31,200
- 5 Biosciences £29,600
Quick Facts
Tuition Fees
UK students: £9,250/year (government-capped)
International students: £15,000–£40,000+/year (varies by course)
Check the university website for exact international fees.
Data Source
Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings 5 years after graduation for 2015-17 graduates.
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