United Kingdom — university guide
The 132 universities in the United Kingdom in 2026
An informative guide to the 132 higher education institutions in the United Kingdom: international rankings, tuition fees, programs and practical information for your orientation.
132
Universities
113
Public
19
Private
#3
Best ranking
University of Cambridge
7,000 GBP
Min bachelor fee
64
Programs
Bachelor fee range in the United Kingdom
Based on the 132 universities in the United Kingdom that published their fees.
Min7,000 GBPMax45,000 GBP
Universities in the United Kingdom: public, private, rankings, fees and programs
113
Public universities
The public institutions in the United Kingdom
113universities
19
Private universities
The private institutions in the United Kingdom
19universities
91
Best universities
Ranked by overall average
91universities
132
The cheapest
Universities with the lowest fees
132universities
132
University fees
Tuition fee analysis
132universities
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Programs
Fields offered in the United Kingdom
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List of universities in the United Kingdom in 2026
132 universities listedGoldsmiths, University of London
#401Public10 programs· Public UK university of reference in arts, humanities, and creativity.
British Institute of Technology
Private14 programs· Private institute specializing in technological and professional training.
New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE)
Private10 programs· Private institute specializing in engineering and applied technologies.
Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts
Private4 programs· Private UK institute, global leader in performing arts and performance.
King's College London
#56Public9 programs· Public UK university, Russell Group member, renowned for medicine and humanities.
The London Institute of Banking & Finance
Private5 programs· Private UK institute specializing in finance, banking, and financial services.
Richmond, The American International University in London
Private8 programs· Private UK university offering international and liberal education.
Royal Holloway, University of London
#501Public10 programs· Public UK university, Russell Group member, renowned for arts and humanities.
SOAS University of London
#326Public10 programs· Public UK university specializing in Asian, African, and Middle Eastern studies.
Anglia Ruskin University
#903Public10 programs· Public UK university, modern and employability-focused.
Aston University
#422Public9 programs· Public UK university, renowned for business, engineering, and health.
BPP University
Private7 programs· Private UK university specializing in law, business, and finance.
Brunel University London
#368Public9 programs· Public UK university, renowned for engineering, design, and innovation.
Canterbury Christ Church University
#1330Public8 programs· Public UK university committed to education and health.
University of Arden
Private8 programs· Private UK university specializing in online and flexible education.
University of East Anglia
#284Public10 programs· Public UK university, Group of Eight member, research-reputed.
University of Exeter
#142Public9 programs· Public UK university, Russell Group member, research-reputed.
University of Oxford
#4Public20 programs· World-leading university of excellence in research and teaching in Oxford.
Oxford Brookes University
#501Public8 programs· Public UK university, modern and employability-focused.
Ulster University
#759Public19 programs· Public Northern Irish university, reputed for engineering, arts, and health programs.
University of York
#134Public10 programs· Public UK university, Russell Group member, renowned for interdisciplinary research.
University of Bath
#217Public10 programs· Public UK university, Russell Group member, renowned for engineering and sciences.
University of Birmingham
#94Public10 programs· Public UK university, Russell Group member, renowned for research and innovation.
Bournemouth University
#450Public8 programs· Coastal university renowned for tourism, management, and media.