Scotland — university guide
The 16 universities in Scotland in 2026
An informative guide to the 16 higher education institutions in Scotland: international rankings, tuition fees, programs and practical information for your orientation.
16
Universities
15
Public
1
Private
#29
Best ranking
University of Edinburgh
13,000 GBP
Min bachelor fee
54
Programs
Bachelor fee range in Scotland
Based on the 16 universities in Scotland that published their fees.
Min13,000 GBPMax24,000 GBP
Universities in Scotland: public, private, rankings, fees and programs
15
Public universities
The public institutions in Scotland
15universities
1
Private universities
The private institutions in Scotland
1universities
13
Best universities
Ranked by overall average
13universities
16
The cheapest
Universities with the lowest fees
16universities
16
University fees
Tuition fee analysis
16universities
54
Programs
Fields offered in Scotland
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List of universities in Scotland in 2026
16 universities listedRoyal Conservatoire of Scotland
Private4 4 programs· Private UK conservatoire, leader in music, dance, and performing arts.
Abertay University
Public22 22 programs· A public university in Dundee, Scotland, world pioneer in video games education and cybersecurity, known for its close student support.
Glasgow Caledonian University
#701Public16 16 programs· Public Scottish university, leader in health, engineering, and business.
University of Aberdeen
#153Public8 8 programs· Public UK university, ancient and prestigious, Russell Group member.
University of Edinburgh
#29Public10 10 programs· Public UK university, Russell Group member, among the oldest and most prestigious.
University of Dundee
#217Public10 10 programs· Scottish university renowned for medicine, law, and engineering.
University of Glasgow
#87Public10 10 programs· Public Scottish UK university, Russell Group member, among the oldest.
University of the West of Scotland (UWS)
#801Public39 39 programs· One of Scotland's largest public universities, with campuses in Paisley, London and abroad: business, engineering, health and creative industries.
University of St Andrews
#66Public9 9 programs· Public UK university, Scotland’s oldest, Russell Group member.
University of Stirling
#586Public10 10 programs· Public UK university recognized for its idyllic setting and academic excellence.
University of Strathclyde
#284Public10 10 programs· Public Scottish UK university, leader in engineering and technology.
University of the Highlands and Islands
Public9 9 programs· Public Scottish university specializing in environmental sciences and rural studies.
Edinburgh Napier University
#751Public10 10 programs· Public UK university specializing in computing, engineering, and business.
Heriot-Watt University
#434Public10 10 programs· Public Scottish UK university, leader in engineering and business.
Queen Margaret University
#1006Public10 10 programs· Public UK university specializing in health, arts, and media.
Robert Gordon University
#801Public10 10 programs· Public Scottish UK university renowned for engineering and health.