University fees in Scotland in 2026
A detailed analysis of the tuition fees of the 16 institutions in Scotland that published their fees: bachelor, master, doctorate, public vs private.
Fee summary in Scotland
According to our data, the average bachelor fee in Scotland is 18,313 GBP per year, for the 16 universities that published their fees. Costs vary considerably by institution, field of study and public or private status.
The most attractive bachelor fee starts at 13,000 GBP per year, with a maximum observed of 24,000 GBP per year. This range illustrates the gap that can exist between public institutions and private schools.
Fees by study level
Bachelor's degree
Based on 16 universities
From
13,000
GBP
Average
18,313
GBP
Up to
24,000
GBP
Master's degree
Based on 16 universities
From
15,000
GBP
Average
19,705
GBP
Up to
25,000
GBP
Doctorate
Based on 15 universities
From
13,950
GBP
Average
19,948
GBP
Up to
26,000
GBP
Public vs Private — Bachelor fees
Average bachelor fee
Minimum bachelor fee
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Cheapest universitiesFrequently asked questions about fees in Scotland
How much does a bachelor's degree cost in Scotland?
A bachelor's degree in Scotland costs between 13,000 and 24,000 GBP per year, with an average of 18,313 GBP, depending on the institution and field.
Are public universities cheaper in Scotland?
Yes, generally. On average, a bachelor's degree costs 18,067 GBP at a public university versus 22,000 GBP in the private sector, a difference of 21.8%.
How much does a master's or doctorate cost in Scotland?
For a master's, fees range from 15,000 to 25,000 GBP per year. A doctorate costs between 13,950 and 26,000 GBP per year.
Do these amounts include all fees?
No. The fees shown correspond to the tuition announced by the institutions. Application, housing, living and insurance costs remain the student's responsibility and vary by city and lifestyle.
Universities included in this analysis
The 16 universities in Scotland that published their minimum bachelor fees. Only the first 16 are shown — use the button to reveal more.
University of the Highlands and Islands
University of the West of Scotland (UWS)
Glasgow Caledonian University
Abertay University
University of Stirling
Queen Margaret University
Edinburgh Napier University
Robert Gordon University
Heriot-Watt University
University of Dundee
University of Strathclyde
University of Aberdeen
University of Glasgow
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
University of Edinburgh