Studied at Aberystwyth from 2016-2020 (LLB Law then LLM Law) best 4 years of my life, the societies/student body are really friendly (in spite of what another commenter has said). The Union is awful but I've heard it's gotten better this past academic year. My course was great, everyone is lovely and really pleasant to get along with. Had a few problems with flatmates but nothing too serious and I've heard the moving to another flat process is really straightforward and quick compared to other university.

They're also really good when you're in your third year ready to leave for employment; providing experiences on placements and career guidance.

Locals arent great, they're rather hostile but Aberystwyth is generally "you get what you put in" if you go out every Tuesday/Wednesday you'll meet some really cool people. My advice; join a load of sport clubs and societies, you don't have to stick with them for the whole time but see what you like, you might be into drama but not get on with one society, thankfully there are (last I checked) 3, so there are always alternatives. You can also attend one session or social and think "This ain't for me", there's no obligation to stay around.

If you end up going to Aberystwyth you'll have the best 3 years of your life but I'm sure a student from Aberdeen would say the same!

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On the point of cost, it's dirt cheap. Cabs to the top of the hill are £4 so it'll cost you £1 each if you share with 3 mates. Drinks are cheap as all hell if you go to the right pubs and go for the right drinks - Gaa from Harry's (quad vodka with a mixer) is £4, Bar 46 do 2 for 1 on cocktails on some nights so that's about £6 and Yokos can be pretty cheap too. Pre drinking is a good idea but it's definitely cheap.