University fees in the United Kingdom in 2026
A detailed analysis of the tuition fees of the 154 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 18,500 GBP per year, for the 154 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 154 universities
From
7,000
GBP
Average
18,500
GBP
Up to
45,000
GBP
Master's degree
Based on 154 universities
From
8,000
GBP
Average
20,299
GBP
Up to
90,000
GBP
Doctorate
Based on 113 universities
From
9,000
GBP
Average
20,442
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 18,500 GBP, depending on the institution and field.
Are public universities cheaper in the United Kingdom?
Yes, generally. On average, a bachelor's degree costs 18,351 GBP at a public university versus 19,500 GBP in the private sector, a difference of 6.3%.
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 154 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
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
University of the Highlands and Islands
Wrexham University
St Mary's University College, Belfast
Newman University
Plymouth Marjon University
University of South Wales
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