Studying in Scotland

Bangladesh Student Guide to Scotland

There are 15 higher education institutions to choose from in Scotland, including world-famous universities such as the University of St Andrews, University of Glasgow and University of Edinburgh. Scottish universities offer some of the highest rates of student satisfaction for teaching in the UK, while graduates enjoy the highest rate of employment or further study in the whole of the UK.

Scottish universities are associated with excellence and each institution undertakes intensive research, meaning students are taught in an environment that is shared by academics looking to push boundaries in their field. Research at Scotland’s universities has led to inventions and innovations such as the MRI scanner and the development of keyhole surgery.

Scotland’s is less than one hour from London via plane and just over 90 minutes from Paris. With international airports close by and a host of European cities a short flight away, Scotland is the perfect base to explore the best locations in Europe. Scotland’s fantastic pedigree in education, coupled with its vast history, make it a fantastic place for any international student to study and call home.

Scholarships and funding in Scotland

There are a variety of scholarship and funding options available to international students studying in Scotland at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Commonwealth Scholarship Fellowship Plan allows citizens of Commonwealth countries to study in Scotland. Depending on which commonwealth country you are from, scholarships are available at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Chevening Scholarships are the UK government’s global scholarship programme and fund full or part-time courses at the postgraduate level in any subject and any university.
Royal Society Grants support international students studying science programmes in Scotland.
Tullow Scholarships are available at postgraduate level for students from Africa and South America.

Tuition fees in Scotland

Tuition fees in Scotland for international students are dependent on whether you are from the EU or the rest of the world.

International students from outside the EU are required to pay tuition fees at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. Tuition fees vary depending on your chosen institution.

Living as a student in Scotland

Scotland has a rich and historic culture and heritage and is a fantastic place for an international student to learn, with a wide variety of activities to enjoy away from study. Scotland’s seven cities - Edinburgh, Glasgow, Dundee, Stirling, Aberdeen, Inverness and Perth – all offer traditional metropolitan life to varying degrees, but Scotland’s real beauty is to be found in its mountains, countryside and scenic landscapes.

The country is overflowing with monuments, castles, museums and striking architecture, paying homage to a long and storied history. Many of Scotland’s galleries and museums are free of charge and, whether it is kilt-wearing bagpipe players or traditional ceilidh dances, your stay in Scotland will be a memorable one.

Scotland University Rankings

Rank	Name
2	University of St Andrews
15	University of Aberdeen
16	University of Glasgow
17	University of Edinburgh
20	University of Strathclyde
36	University of Dundee
44	Glasgow Caledonian University
51	Heriot-Watt University
59	Edinburgh Napier University
61	Robert Gordon University
63	University of Stirling
74	Abertay University
105	Queen Margaret University
121	University of the West of Scotland