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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: The Students' Union, Queen Margaret University

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How students describe this university

We asked more than 11,000 undergraduates to say how far they would describe their uni as having the following characteristics. We carry out this analysis where we have scores from at least 30 students. You can also see whether these ratings are high, medium or low compared to other universities.

Varied union activities

68%

Medium

Sporty

72%

Medium

Political

48%

Low

Diverse local nightlife

65%

Medium

Creative

71%

High

Vital stats

Sources: NSS, DLHE & HESA
% of graduates in work or further study 97% Medium
Average graduate salary £20.5k Medium
Student satisfaction score 77% Low

Number of students

6,250

students attended last year

Undergraduate / Postgraduate

63%

of students are undergrads

Full-time / Part-time

13%

of students are part-time

Male / Female

21%

of students are male

Young / Mature

45%

of students aged over 21

UK / Non-UK

16%

of students here are from outside the UK

What students say about this university

31 comments (10 students)
    • Results always given back in good time. Course structure flowed well. Good number of modules within each semester, not too many.

      2023, Graduate, Biology

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    • Student union very good. Therapy dogs is the best! Good selection of clubs for all to join and socialise.

      2023, Graduate, Biology

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    • Tutors always available to ask questions.

      2023, Graduate, Biology

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    • Student union good and lively. Maggies also good. Not too far from Edinburgh city centre.

      2023, Graduate, Biology

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    • Library good and spaced out. Lots of book available and easy to find. Rooms usually always available to book. Canteen and shop has a good selection. Very good coffee!

      2023, Graduate, Biology

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    • Travel costs may be quite high, worth looking into staying on campus.

      2023, Graduate, Biology

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