Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh
Total, Scotland
How much do Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh graduates earn by subject?
Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh graduates earn a median salary of £27,000 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Medical sciences at £37,200, while Sociology, social policy and anthropology graduates earn £24,500.
How competitive is Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh?
In 2024, Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh received 13,010 applications and accepted 1,980 students, giving an acceptance rate of 15.2%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
What are the employment outcomes at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh?
90% of Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 10 subjects with median salaries ranging from £24,500 to £37,200. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Medical sciences | 95.5% | £37,200 |
| Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy | 84% | £34,500 |
| Nursing and midwifery | 93.9% | £33,400 |
| Allied health | 90.7% | £31,800 |
| Biosciences | 82.4% | £29,400 |
| Business and management | 84.7% | £27,200 |
| Psychology | 80.5% | £25,600 |
| Media, journalism and communications | 76.1% | £25,200 |
| Performing arts | 84% | £24,800 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 75% | £24,500 |
* 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.
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Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Medical sciences £37,200
- 2 Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy £34,500
- 3 Nursing and midwifery £33,400
- 4 Allied health £31,800
- 5 Biosciences £29,400
Quick Facts
Tuition Fees
UK students: £9,250/year (government-capped)
International students: £15,000–£40,000+/year (varies by course)
Check the university website for exact international fees.
Data Source
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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