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Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh

(5)
7 reviews
Guardian University Guide 2026 ranking
96
114
66

Overview

Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh information

Level of study
Undergraduate59%Postgraduate41%
Mode of study
Full-time83%Part-time17%
Gender ratio
Female78%Male21%Other0%
Where students come from
International13%UK87%
Number of students
6,830
Source: HESA

About Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh

UCAS code: Q25

Queen Margaret University Edinburgh is one of the newest universities in the country. QMU combines a relevant education, a high standard of living, a great student experience and a phenomenal employability rate to create a unique university for the 6,000 students who study here. Nearly 80% of our student population is female, all enjoying what Edinburgh has to offer as a top student city.

Source: Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh

Tuition fees at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh

  • First year tuition fees for UK students range from £1,820 to £9,535 with the most common fee for a course being £9,535.
  • International students pay between £9,725 and £17,325 in the first year, with most courses having a fee of £9,725.

Job prospects

Undergraduate

£24.1k

Average graduate salary

88%

Graduates in work or further study

Postgraduate

92%

Graduates in work or further study

Average graduate salary is determined 12 months after a student graduates from Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh

Graduates in work or further study percentage is determined 15 months after a student graduates from Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh

Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh open days

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Before you do, it's a good idea to go to an open day. You can have a good look around campus, getting a better idea of what it's like to study there. You'll meet current students and staff and get the chance to ask them questions.

Universities will list upcoming open days on their websites. Most will also have virtual open days; these are a great alternative if you really can't get there in person. For tips on preparing for open days, check the advice section here on The Uni Guide.

Courses

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Here are Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh's top 20 courses, based on UCAS points

136 UCAS points
Physiotherapy

MPhysio 4 Years full-time 2026

Queen Margaret University

120 UCAS points
Speech and Language Therapy

BSc (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2026

Queen Margaret University

120 UCAS points
Theatre and Film

BA (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2026

Queen Margaret University

120 UCAS points
Drama

BA (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2026

Queen Margaret University

112 UCAS points
Primary Education

BA (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2026

Queen Margaret University

112 UCAS points
Psychology

BSc (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2026

Queen Margaret University

104 UCAS points
Diagnostic Radiography

MDRad 4 Years full-time 2026

Queen Margaret University

104 UCAS points
Radiotherapy and Oncology

MRad 4 Years full-time 2026

Queen Margaret University

104 UCAS points
Digital and Graphic Design

BA (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2026

Queen Margaret University

104 UCAS points
Occupational Therapy

BSc (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2026

Queen Margaret University

104 UCAS points
Business Management with Finance

BA (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2026

Queen Margaret University

104 UCAS points
Film and Media

BA (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2026

Queen Margaret University

104 UCAS points
Dietetics

MDiet 4 Years full-time 2026

Queen Margaret University

104 UCAS points
Costume Design and Construction

BA (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2026

Queen Margaret University

104 UCAS points
Nursing BSc (Hons)

BSc (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2026

Queen Margaret University

104 UCAS points
Nutrition

MNutr 4 Years full-time 2026

Queen Margaret University

104 UCAS points
Business Management with Analytics

BA (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2026

Queen Margaret University

104 UCAS points
Business Management with Human Resource Management

BA (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2026

Queen Margaret University

104 UCAS points
Business Management with Digital Marketing

BA (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2026

Queen Margaret University

104 UCAS points
Business Management

BA (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2026

Queen Margaret University

Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh student reviews

(5)
Based on 7 reviews from Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh's students and alumni
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Graduate

3 years ago

Results always given back in good time. Course structure flowed well. Good number of modules within each semester, not too many.

(5)
Course

Graduate

3 years ago

Uni very easy to get to be train and bus, transport links right on campus which is ideal. Great coffee and lunches and snacks available. Library spaced out good. Rooms always available to book.

(5)
Overall

National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

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How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

89%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

93%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

88%

med

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

87%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

89%

med

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

88%

med

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

84%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

86%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

77%

med

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

81%

low

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

87%

med

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

77%

med

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

74%

low

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

82%

med

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

86%

med

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

88%

med

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

78%

med

How well organised is your course?

67%

low

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

87%

med

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

87%

med

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

85%

med

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

64%

med

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

88%

med

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

83%

med

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

84%

high

Overall, I am satisfied with the quality of the course.

80%

med

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

80%

med

My contribution during placement(s) as part of the clinical team was valued.

82%

med

I was given opportunities to meet my required practice learning outcomes / competences.

84%

med

I was allocated placement(s) suitable for my course.

79%

low

I received sufficient preparatory information prior to my placement(s).

72%

med

I received appropriate supervision on placement(s).

82%

med

My practice supervisor(s) understood how my placement(s) related to the broader requirements of my course.

79%

med

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