University fees in the United Kingdom in 2026
A detailed analysis of the tuition fees of the 132 institutions in the United Kingdom that published their fees: bachelor, master, doctorate, public vs private.
Fee summary in the United Kingdom
According to our data, the average bachelor fee in the United Kingdom is 18,621 GBP per year, for the 132 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 7,000 GBP per year, with a maximum observed of 45,000 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 132 universities
From
7,000
GBP
Average
18,621
GBP
Up to
45,000
GBP
Master's degree
Based on 132 universities
From
8,000
GBP
Average
20,500
GBP
Up to
90,000
GBP
Doctorate
Based on 94 universities
From
9,000
GBP
Average
20,543
GBP
Up to
40,000
GBP
Public vs Private — Bachelor fees
Average bachelor fee
Minimum bachelor fee
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Cheapest universitiesFrequently asked questions about fees in the United Kingdom
How much does a bachelor's degree cost in the United Kingdom?
A bachelor's degree in the United Kingdom costs between 7,000 and 45,000 GBP per year, with an average of 18,621 GBP, depending on the institution and field.
Are public universities cheaper in the United Kingdom?
Yes, generally. On average, a bachelor's degree costs 18,496 GBP at a public university versus 19,368 GBP in the private sector, a difference of 4.7%.
How much does a master's or doctorate cost in the United Kingdom?
For a master's, fees range from 8,000 to 90,000 GBP per year. A doctorate costs between 9,000 and 40,000 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 132 universities in the United Kingdom that published their minimum bachelor fees. Only the first 30 are shown — use the button to reveal more.
The Open University
The London Institute of Banking & Finance
University of West London
St Mary's University College, Belfast
Newman University
Plymouth Marjon University
London South Bank University
St Mary's University, Twickenham
University of Chichester
University of Arden
Liverpool Hope University
Stranmillis University College
University of Bedfordshire
University of Gloucestershire
BPP University
De Montfort University
Staffordshire University
University for the Creative Arts
Leeds Beckett University
University of Derby
Royal Agricultural University
University of Sunderland
University of Hertfordshire
Manchester Metropolitan University
Edge Hill University
London Metropolitan University
University of Chester
University of Greater Manchester
University of East London