How much will I pay in annual tuition for a taught Master's in Scotland as an international student?
International students at many Scottish universities can expect to pay roughly GBP 26,000 to 39,000 or more per year for a taught Master's, and Glasgow charges GBP 26,460 to 38,670 for its MSc programmes. Fees vary by university and subject, so check your programme page.
You can typically expect a taught Master's in Scotland to cost roughly GBP 26,000 to 39,000 or more (approx INR 33.11 L to 49.66 L) per year as an international student at many Scottish universities. Where you land in that range depends on your university, your subject and the city you choose.
Annual tuition fee ranges in Scotland
| Programme | Annual tuition (GBP) |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 15,000 to 25,000 (approx INR 19.10 to 31.83 L) |
| Postgraduate (taught Master's, many universities) | 26,000 to 39,000 (approx INR 33.11 to 49.66 L) |
| MBA | 22,000 to 45,000 (approx INR 28.01 to 57.30 L) |
| PhD | 14,000 to 22,000 (approx INR 17.83 to 28.01 L) |
Other yearly costs to plan for
- Student accommodation: around GBP 450 to 800 (approx INR 57,298 to 1.02 L) per month.
- Books and study materials: around GBP 300 to 600 (approx INR 38,199 to 76,398) per year.
- Student visa application: GBP 558 (approx INR 71,050).
- Health surcharge: GBP 776 (approx INR 98,808) per year.
My Advice
Shortlist two or three Scottish universities and read each fee page for your exact course, because the range is wide. Add the health surcharge, visa fee and a monthly rent budget to your tuition figure so you know your true first-year cost before you plan your loan or savings.
This information is available on: gov.uk, gla.ac.uk
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