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Cheapest universities for a postgraduate degree
Where are the cheapest postgraduate courses in the UK? Our countdown of the most affordable universities will tell you.


A postgraduate degree lets you explore your subject to a deeper level and makes you stand out in the tough job market. It all comes at a cost though, so consider this list of the cheapest universities in the UK for taught postgraduate degrees (fees are per academic year for UK/EU students studying a full-time postgraduate taught degree, commencing their course in 2020).
10. Liverpool Hope University
Current cost: £5,200–6,000
Alongside affordable tuition fees, Liverpool Hope University teaches a variety of exciting postgraduate courses. Designed to boost your career prospects, you can enjoy idyllic campus living while being in close proximity to a thriving cosmopolitan city.
9. University of Cumbria
Current cost: £5,040
8. University of the Highlands and Islands
Current cost: £5,000–5,850
The University of the Highlands and Islands is made up of 13 colleges and research centres, along with more than 70 local learning centres. It offers many online and part-time course options, helping you fit your studies around your lifestyle and other commitments.
7. Newman University
Current cost: £5,000
Located in a peaceful area but close to Birmingham city centre, Newman University provides a good balance between quiet study and metropolitan excitement. Founded in 1968, today the modern campus is home to around 2,700 students.
6. Leeds Trinity University
Current cost: £4,500–6,500
Leeds Trinity University focuses on the employability of its students. Postgraduates from the university have become published authors, award-winning journalists and pioneers in their research fields.
5. Middlesex University
Current cost: £4,350–14,000
The most affordable postgraduate taught courses in the UK can be found at Middlesex University, which lies northwest of London. With courses designed in line with industry needs and packed full of practical experiences, Middlesex is a worthwhile choice for taking your career to the next level.
4. York St John University
Current cost: £4,333–18,400
York St John University's impressive facilities include laboratories, studios, IT suites and more, giving you the support you need for a quality learning experience. As a postgraduate student, you can also take advantage of the university’s industry links and entrepreneurship opportunities.
Bangor University
Current cost: £4,084–9,500
Bangor University is first among universities in Wales for affordable postgraduate taught degrees. It offers a large variety of courses that are supported by modern facilities and gold-rated teaching (Teaching Excellence Framework 2018), all at a location set between the mountains and the sea. Unsurprisingly, student satisfaction rates here are quite high.
Teesside University
Current cost: £3,850–9,250
At Teesside University in Middlesborough, you'll benefit from a recently developed £275m city-centre campus. The university also plans to invest a further £300m in student facilities over the next ten years. A variety of postgraduate options are available, from MBA to DClinPsy.
ECC University College
Current cost: £2,520–9,250
The most affordable postgraduate taught courses in the UK are at AECC University College, Bournemouth. AECC offers a thorough specialist health education that's enhanced by industry-standard facilities, such as digital x-ray equipment, an on-site clinic and a Human Performance Laboratory.
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