The University of Glasgow
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How much do University of Glasgow graduates earn by subject?
University of Glasgow graduates earn a median salary of £30,000 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Medicine and dentistry at £55,800, while Performing arts graduates earn £26,900.
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How competitive is University of Glasgow?
In 2024, University of Glasgow received 73,660 applications and accepted 13,330 students, giving an acceptance rate of 18.1%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
How much does it cost for international students?
International undergraduate students pay £26,580 to £58,890 per year in tuition at University of Glasgow. Living costs are estimated at £10,000–£13,000 per year.
* Estimates based on 2025/26 fees. Actual costs may vary. View official fees →
What are the employment outcomes at University of Glasgow?
90% of University of Glasgow graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 27 subjects with median salaries ranging from £26,900 to £55,800. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine and dentistry | 93% | £55,800 |
| Economics | 84.1% | £55,800 |
| Computing | 83.4% | £47,800 |
| Veterinary sciences | 83.7% | £42,700 |
| Mathematical sciences | 90% | £42,300 |
| Business and management | 88.8% | £42,000 |
| Law | 85.1% | £40,500 |
| Engineering | 78.2% | £40,200 |
| Physics and astronomy | 80.9% | £39,400 |
| Education and teaching | 92.4% | £37,600 |
| Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy | 78.3% | £37,200 |
| Nursing and midwifery | 86.2% | £35,400 |
| Chemistry | 89.6% | £33,900 |
| Medical sciences | 82.2% | £32,100 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 83.9% | £31,400 |
| Geography, earth and environmental studies | 83.4% | £31,400 |
| Psychology | 86.4% | £31,200 |
| Politics | 79% | £31,000 |
| Biosciences | 78.9% | £30,300 |
| Creative arts and design | 76.3% | £30,300 |
| Languages and area studies | 77.6% | £30,200 |
| History and archaeology | 83.2% | £29,900 |
| English studies | 87.3% | £29,600 |
| Agriculture, food and related studies | 63% | £29,400 |
| Health and social care | 81.2% | £28,500 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | 78.5% | £28,100 |
| Performing arts | 85.9% | £26,900 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
Reference: A*=56, A=48, B=40, C=32 points. Example: AAA = 144 points. Calculate your tariff →
Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Medicine and dentistry £55,800
- 2 Economics £55,800
- 3 Computing £47,800
- 4 Veterinary sciences £42,700
- 5 Mathematical sciences £42,300
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Estimated Living Costs
Glasgow living costs estimate
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Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings 5 years after graduation for 2015-17 graduates.
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